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Explorer Camp Ages 5-6
Multi-Activity | Same Group | Swimming Option | Extended Care | Staff Ratios 1:9 | Campers must be five by Dec. 1, 2010
Attention all five- and six-year olds! Come make new friends, play sports, and learn new skills in a supportive atmosphere designed just for you! So parents, whether your child is a first-timer or an experienced Explorer camper, our exciting and active program is sure to create lasting memories for your child for years to come. Explorer camp employs a superb and highly-trained group of instructors and group leaders to be there every step of your child's camp experience.
2010 Session Dates & Cost
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Dates |
Days |
Time |
Fee |
Code |
Register |
| 6/14 - 6/25 |
M-F |
9:00-4:00PM |
$480 |
STEXP0103 |
Opens Dec.1 |
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6/28 - 7/9* |
M-F |
9:00-4:00PM |
$440 |
STEXP0109 |
Opens Dec.1 |
| 7/12 - 7/23 |
M-F |
9:00-4:00PM |
$480 |
STEXP0115 |
Opens Dec.1 |
| 7/26 - 8/6 |
M-F |
9:00-4:00PM |
$480 |
STEXP0121 |
Opens Dec.1 |
| 8/9 - 8/20 |
M-F |
9:00-4:00PM |
$480 |
STEXP0127 |
Opens Dec.1 |
* No camp on Mon., July 5th
2010 Session One-Week Camp
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Dates |
Days |
Time |
Fee |
Code |
Register |
| 6/21 - 6/25# |
M-F |
9:00AM-4:00PM |
$295 |
STEXP2103 |
Opens Dec.1 |
# Swimming not guaranteed with one week camp option
Camp Videos & Photos
Curious to see all the fun that goes on at our camps? Click on the links below to see videos and photos from our camps. No download necessary.
Camp Details
- Campers take part in approximately eight fun-filled activities, including American Red Cross swimming lessons.
- Campers are assigned to specific activities from a large selection of exciting sports and recreation activities.
- Campers are grouped by age and are co-ed. A highly-trained and nurturing group leader is assigned to each group to guide the campers throughout the exciting camp day.
- Held at our Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area (SCRA)
- Camp Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00A-4:00P
- Campers must be five by December 1, 2010
Themes Add Excitement & Fun to your Child's Camp Experience
- Each camp session features an exciting theme.
- Our dedicated and animated staff dress up on special days throughout the session and create activities related to the theme to make the experience fun and interesting for your child.
- Past themes have included: American Barnyard, Wild African Safari, Around the World in 14 Days, Castles and Dragons, and Adventures on the High Seas.
- Each session comes to a close with an Explorer Camp carnival.
Sports and Recreation Activities
- Explorer Camp is a highly structured and active camp. Most activities take place outdoors where campers enjoy the sunshine and fresh air.
- Campers take part in approximately eight 30 minute, fun-filled activities each day, including American Red Cross swimming lessons.
- This schedule is designed to provide just the right amount of time developmentally for our young campers to maintain their focus during the activitites. Eight activities enables campers to experience a variety of different sports. Also, this schedule provides ample opportunities for water and potty breaks between each activity.
- Our swimming lessons are taught by a highly qualified group of swim instructors who will help your child develop their swimming skills.
- Whether your child is new to the pool or a "fish out of water," our instructors will see to it that lessons are tailored to your child's swimming ability.
Other activities offered may include the following:
- To encourage learning, a camper's activity schedule generally stays the same for the entire session.
- Campers are assigned to specific activities by the Explorer Coordinator one week prior to the beginning of the session from a list of activities which may include: arts and crafts, basketball, cooperative games, dance, drama, football, frisbee golf, music, nature, rugby, soccer, swimming lessons, t-ball, track and field, and volleyball.
- Care is taken to provide a schedule for your child that includes a mixture of active (e.g. soccer, basketball) and less active activities (e.g. nature, arts and crafts) throughout the day.
- Specialized instructors, with the support from your child's group leader, teach the activities.
- Selection of activities each session is partially based upon staff expertise and availability, and facility availability.
Explorer Camp Organization
- Explorer campers are placed into groups by age and are co-ed.
- To help foster friendships, campers remain in the same group for the entire session.
- Group assignments and activity schedules are generally given to campers and their parents between 8:45 and 9:00 AM on the first day of each session.
- Group assignments are given in advance to those parents who attend camp orientation on an evening scheduled several days prior to the start of a session.
- Does your child have a friend that's going to camp too? Then let us know during the enrollment process and we will make every effort to put your child in the same group as their friend. (Please note, children must be of the same age) May request up to three friends.
Extended Care
If your child needs supervision outside of our regularly scheduled hours, sign up for our Extended Care program. Our staff engage campers in active or quiet play during our morning (7:30 - 9:00am), or evening (4:00 - 5:30pm) Extended Care programs
Daily Extended Care Option
If you will not need extended care for the whole camp session, you have the option of signing up on a daily basis. To use our extended-care drop-in option, simply go to the camp office, complete our "Drop-In or Daily Extended Care" form and include your payment ($15.00 per time slot per day, include exact change or credit card information only).
What Parents Say About Exlorer Camp
"My son absolutely loved Explorer Camp. He jumped out of bed every morning excited to attend. I'd recommend it to anyone." - Parent of Explorer Camper
"Fantastic, she can't wait to go each morning and can't stop talking each afternoon." - Explorer Camp Parent
How to Sign Up
There are four ways to sign up.
1 Online
This is the fastest and easiest way to sign up. Click the Sign Up Online link above. Payment accepted by credit card only.
2. By Mail
Mail the completed registration form (download below) to: University of California, Berkeley | Attention: Enrollment Center | Strawberry Canyon Center | Centennial Drive #4430 | Berkeley, CA 94720-4430
3. By Fax
Fax the completed registration forms (download from Member Resources box on right) to: 510.642.8343
4. In Person
Bring completed registration form (download from Member Resources box on right) to the Stawberry Canyon Enrollment Center (see address above). Payment accepted by cash, credit card or check.
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