Decatur Park District 2015 Spectacular Summer Day Camp & Teen Club

Spectacular SummerDAY CAMPTEEN CLUB

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4th of July Activities at Nelson ParkFamily-friendly activities will fill the Independence Day holiday at Nelson Park! Join us at the lake!8 a.m. - Staley Firecracker Road Run10 a.m. - Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car Show7 p.m. - Concert Fireworks display over Lake Decatur at dusk

Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car ShowJuly 4 w 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. w Nelson ParkCars, trucks, motorcycles, and more will fill Nelson Park for the 5th Annual Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car Show, which memorializes Decatur’s golf legend Richie Hammel. Highlights: Soul Purpose from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Macon County Sheriff’s Department K-9 dem-onstration, concessions, and Hickory River barbecue. All proceeds benefit the Park District’s athletic programs.

Decatur Park District ScholarshipsYouth Scholarship ProgramThe Decatur Park District recognizes that financial assistance may be required for some individuals to participate in Park District programs. The Youth Scholarship program has been established for Deca-tur residents. Eligibility is based upon family size and income level and is awarded without regard to race, color, religion, disability or national origin. For more information, call Barb Kessinger at 422-5911.

The Jerry Menz ScholarshipThe Jerry Menz Arts Scholarship provides opportuni-ties for talented youth to succeed at the highest pos-sible levels in the arts by offering scholarships for the Park District’s programs in voice, music, theatre and dance. Scholarship applications for the summer and fall are due May 5, 2015. Please contact Marie Jagger-Taylor at 421-6648 for applications and details.

Zoo Education ScholarshipsScovill Zoo’s education programs offer opportunities for animal lovers of all ages to discover the animal kingdom. Call Kathy Winter at 421-7435 for details.

Kite Day at Sinawik ParkDozens of kites will paint the sky for this annual spring tradition, sponsored by the Illinois Association of Park Districts and celebrated by park districts state-wide. Bring your kite and enjoy professional flying demonstrations. Date: April 25Time: 1 - 3 p.m.Location: Sinawik Park

Movies in the Parks (on the HUGE inflatable screen!)Bring your blanket, snacks, and the entire family to the Park District’s Movies in the Park! Admission is free and all shows begin at dusk. Visit the Decatur Park District Facebook page for weather updates.Date LocationJune 10 Nelson ParkJuly 1 Kiwanis ParkAugust 12 Fairview Park

Greater Decatur Youth Band ConcertsDate Time LocationJuly 1 6 p.m. Kiwanis Park Ice Cream SocialJuly 15 6 p.m. Cresthaven ParkJuly 22 6 p.m. Millikin University QuadAugust 5 5 p.m. Fairview Park Lantern Parade

Summer Activities

Join us for summer fun!

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Camp Dates: May 26 - August 14Camp Times: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Spectacular Day Camp Daily ActivitiesSample Schedule6:30 - 8 a.m. Arrival at the DISC, free play8 - 8:30 a.m. Group fitness8:30 - 9 a.m. Daily overview9 - 9:30 a.m. Transportation to Kiwanis Park9:30 - 11:15 a.m. Daily Camp activity11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Lunch!

11:45 a.m. - 12 p.m. Prepare for afternoon activities12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Monday/Wednesday Swimming: Groups Red & Blue Group Games & Activities: Group YellowTuesday/Thursday Swimming: Group Yellow Group Games & Activities: Groups Red & Blue Friday Field Trip (schedule will vary)3 - 3:30 p.m. Prepare to return to DISC & camp snack3:30 - 5 p.m. Organized play5 - 6 p.m. Free play & pick-up

Summer Teen Club (ages 12 - 14)Want to meet new friends, swim at Fairview pool, take great field trips, climb the DISC rock wall, and play soccer, volleyball and basketball? If you’re between the ages of 12 and 14, the DISC’s Summer Teen Club is just for you!

Don’t miss our fun theme days, including Harry Potter Day, Ice Cream Sundae Day, Glow-In-The-Dark Day, and Favorite Sports Team Day! Join us!

This summer, spend time with your friends at the DISC’s activity-filled camp that combines nature, art & recreation! Designed for youth aged 5 - 14, Spectacular Summer Day Camp helps you develop new skills while playing sports, taking field trips, and participating in fun activities. Ages 12 - 14 can enjoy our Summer Teen Club with new and different activities made just for them. Participants are separated into 3 groups: red (5 - 6 years old), yellow (7 - 11 years old), and blue (12 - 14 years old).

Transportation is provided free of charge to the Park District’s summer programs like junior golf, tennis, Zoo Crew, B.O.S.S., Greater Decatur Youth Band and more!

*Schedule subject to change based on weather, group color, and other factors. Check the weekly schedule for up-to-date activities.

Spectacular Summer Day Camp & Teen Club

Don’t forget a sack lunch for your camp day!

Day Camp & Teen Club Activities

We’ll Take You there!

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Create-a-Camp OptionCreate-a-camp by adding on your favorite Park District programs like Zoo Kids, Zoo Crew, junior golf, swim lessons, B.O.S.S., Greater Decatur Youth Band, and Summer Strings! Transportation for Summer Day Camp and Teen Club participants is provided free of charge to and from other Park District activities. Sign up to add all of your favorite programs to your camp experience. Registration is quick and easy at the DISC, 1295 W. Wood, or online at www.decatur-parks.org.

Dance & Drama CampJune 19 - July 16Take part in the Park District’s Dance & Drama Camp! Classes are available for beginners to advanced, preschool to adult. Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical, and theatre classes will be offered in 4-week sessions. For more information, call 421-6648.

First Gig Rock N’ Roll CampJuly 6 - 11Sound, compose, produce, and perform like a rock star! With the help of musicians with years of studio and live performance experience, students aged 10 - 18 will enjoy a week of learning and fun. Campers will be assigned to a band, led by an experienced professional. Space is limited. For details, visit decatur-parks.org or contact Mike Schoneman from The Chicago Blackhawks Band at [email protected].

Swimming & Diving LessonsThe Decatur Park District offers swimming and diving lessons for ages 6 months through adult at the Fairview Family Aquatic Center! If you have questions regarding placement, call the DISC at 429-3472. Register at the DISC (1295 W. Wood) and online at decatur-parks.org.Session Class Day Session Dates RegisterSession 1-A M/W 6/1 - 6/24 3/13 - 6/1Session 1-B T/Th 6/2 - 6/25 3/13 - 6/2Session 2-A M/W 7/6 - 7/29 6/25 - 7/6Session 2-B T/Th 7/7 - 7/30 6/25 - 7/7

Summer StringsJune 9 - 25 & July 7 - 23If you’re looking for top-notch orchestra instruction, join the Summer Strings program! Summer Strings allows youth in grades 1 - 9 to enhance their skills and perform at special events. Instructed by Jason Zimmerman. All sessions are on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Greater Decatur Youth BandJune 10 - August 8Gary Shaw, Millikin Director of Bands, returns to direct the Greater Decatur Youth Band! This program is designed for instrumentalists who are looking for superior summer instruction and includes performances at local parks and events throughout the summer. Register by June 12.

Best of Summer Stock (B.O.S.S.)June 22 - August 2Participants will sing, dance and act as they bring a musical to life! Actors will learn teamwork, musical theatre technique, and skills in preparation for an exciting final show with sets, costumes, props and lights. Each camp is directed by our professional, experienced musical theatre staff. The program is directed by Marie Jagger-Taylor. Registration ends June 15.

Free Preview PerformanceNoon - 12:45 p.m., July 17

2015 B.O.S.S. PerformancesB.O.S.S., Jr. - Dinosaurs Before DarkJuly 31 at 7 p.m. Aug. 1 at 2 p.m.

Tickets for B.O.S.S. performances may be purchased starting June 29 at the Park District office (620 E. Riverside), by phone (422-5911), or online (decatur-parks.org). Cost is just $7 for reserved seats at the Civic Center Theatre. Tickets will also be available at the door one hour prior to show times.

B.O.S.S., Sr. - Legally Blonde! Jr.August 1 at 7 p.m. August 2 at 2 p.m.

5Create-a-Camp: Zoo, Tennis, Golf, Soccer

Zoo CampsZoo KidsHouses, homes, and habitats will be the focus of this week-long, fun-filled camp for kids aged 7 & 8. Learn the ways animal homes are very different from ours!

Zoo CampCan fish have fur? Can rabbits have feathers? Animals have unique characteristics and campers aged 9 - 10 will explore their classifications in this week-long adventure.

Zoo CrewWant to learn about all that it takes to be a zoo director? Youth aged 11 - 13 will be exploring all the different jobs at the zoo and design their own exhibit to get a feel of what it would be like to run the zoo.

Zoo SafariZoo Crew & Zoo Teens participants can conclude their summer experience at Scovill Zoo with a Zoo Safari that includes extra adventures and activities such as visits to other Central Illinois zoos and nature centers!

Junior GolfJunior Golf CampJune 2 - 4, 9 - 10:15 a.m.Get into the swing of golf with this exciting 3-day camp! Beginners focus on coordination, simple techniques and motor skills. More advanced players take their swing to the next level, with golf pros on hand to further develop each individual’s game.

LPGA Junior Girls Golf of DecaturJune 11 - July 16, 10:45 a.m. - noonGirls aged 5 - 17 will enjoy personalized instruction to enhance their golf game on Thursdays from 10:45 a.m. - noon at Hickory Point Golf Course. Beginners will learn the basics, while intermediates will focus on course play. Call 421-7444 for more information.

Decatur Golf AcademyJune 16 - July 30, 9 - 10:15 a.m.Develop your golf skills in this fun and friendly environment! Interactive classes with Decatur Park District golf pros are designed to help youth aged 5 - 17 with their form and fundamentals through focus on player development activities and life skills.

TennisTen & Under Tennis with USTAJune 9 - July 28 or June 11 - July 30Ten & Under will divide courts into segments and allow youth aged 6 - 10 to use smaller areas, smaller nets, and youth-friendly racquets.

Beginner TennisJune 8 - July 29This class is designed for players aged 11 - 12 and meets twice a week for 1 hour. Learn a new sport and make great new friends!

Teen TennisJune 9 - July 30Teens (aged 13 - 18) can improve their tennis skills twice a week.

Junior Lifeguard classes begin in June. Call 429-3472!

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Camp Calendar - June

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Activities & events subject to change. Check the weekly schedule for up-to-date activities.

CommunityService Project

Movie Super Hero/Princess Day

Kickball Rock Wall& Inflatablesat the DISC

Foot Murals Water Games Wacky Tacky Day

Capture the Flag

Mini Golf

Next of Kiln Moss Graffiti Harry Potter Day

Ultimate Frisbee

Safety Day

Tye-Dye Day(Bring a white

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Hiking & Fishing

Favorite Sports Team

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Obstacle Course

Scovill Zoo

Pop Bottle Rockets

Water Games

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Camping Day Outdoor Flag Tag

George’s Skate Center

Community Service Project

Outdoor Fort Building

Glow-In-The-Dark Day

Backyard Games

Children’s Museum

Mad Scientist Mud Paint Willy Wonka Day

Camper’s Choice

Safety Day

Door Dangles & Decorations

Water Games Carnival Prison Ball Bloomington Pool

DIY Sculpters Hiking & Fishing

Holiday Extravaganza

Kickball Luau Cookout

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$37 per day ($32 with resident discount)$155 per week ($135 with resident discount)

Note: Fee includes field trips. Meals are not included; please bring a sack lunch. Afternoon snack and drink provided. Transportation is provided to and from other Park District programs.

Camp Rates (15% discount for each additional child)

Need more info? Call the DISC at 429-3472.


Community Service Project

Twig Art Camp Olympics

Handball Bowling(Bring socks)

Bubble Fun Movies Minute toWin It

Tag Games Ice Cream Sundaes

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Registration FormFor daily or weekly registration, please select the dates you prefer. Day Camp prefix: #410009; Teen Club prefix: #420009.

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Daily RegistrationTo guarantee a spot, participants are asked to pay

and register 2 business days prior (48 hours) to the day the participant is attending. After 48 hours, we

cannot guarantee we will have space available.

Please note for weekly session registration.

Payment must be made by 5:00 p.m. the Wednesday before the start of the next week.

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Family Information (please print clearly)

Parent/Guardian Name: □ Park District Resident □ Non-resident

Address: City: Zip:

Phone: (Home) (Work) (Cell)

Email:

Payment Information□ Cash

□ Check (please make checks payable to Decatur Park District)

Check #: Driver’s License #: Exp:

□ Credit Card

□ Visa □ MasterCard □ Discover □ American Express Card #: CVV#: Exp.: Signature:

Waiver & Release of All Claims and Assumptions of RiskPlease read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in this program, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with this program, including transportation services and vehicle operations, when provided. I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in this program, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive and relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in this program against the Decatur Park District, including its officials, agents, volunteers and employees (hereinafter collectively referred as “Decatur Park District”). Photo Disclaimer: I understand that my child/ward or I may be photographed or videotaped while participating in a Decatur Park District program. I give permission for photos and videotapes of my child/ward or me to be used to promote the Park District. Such photos and videotapes will remain the property of the Decatur Park District. I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the Decatur Park District from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward and arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with this program/activity. I have read and fully understand the above waiver and release of all claims and assumption of risk.

Signature (18 years or older or Parent/Guardian) Date

NOTE: The Decatur Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for its participants. The cost of such insurance would make programs cost prohibitive. We suggest

Participant Registration *Please indicate if shirt size is a youth or an adult size, if applicable to class.

Participant’s Full Name Gender Birth Date (mm/dd/yy)

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I would like to contribute to the Park District’s Fun for All Scholarship Program to enable economically disadvantaged youth the opportunity to participate. (Please enclose tax-deductible donation). Thank you!

□Please contact me regarding ADA accommodations.A minimum of $8.00 will be charged for all refunds. Total Payment:

*Outstanding balances due to the Decatur Park District must be paid in full before enrollment and/or participation in other Park District activities. Thank you for your understanding.

11Overlook Adventure Mini Golf

Watch out for the snapping alligator, the mischievous red panda, and the crazy goat that keeps eating the turf! If you’ve always wanted to play 36 holes of mini golf with the animals from Scovill Zoo, they are ready to make your day a fun, challenging adventure! Gather your friends and play a round; then grab CherryBerry frozen yogurt and a quick bite at Ted’s Taters. Call 422-2316 for party rates.

Spring Hours (April 3 - May 24) Monday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m.Summer Hours (May 25 - August 30) Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 10 p.m.

Rates Ages 13 and older $6.50 Seniors 65+ $6.00 Children ages 4 - 12 $5.50 Ages 3 & under Free Second Game $4.50

Loyalty CardGolf 12 rounds, and the 13th round is free! Pick up your Loyalty Card at the Overlook Adventure Mini Golf counter.

Weekly SpecialsThursdays Two golfers for the price of 1 adultSundays Family Special - 4 golfers for $20 (children must be under age 12)

Special EventsMay 10 Moms golf free with a paid childMay 25 All military personnel and veterans golf for freeJune 15 Dads golf for free with a paid childSeptember 7 Grandparents golf free with a paid child

Disc Golf in Nelson ParkLooking for an exciting, active sport? Try disc golf at Nelson Park! This popular activity is enjoyed by people of all ages and is played much like traditional golf, but instead of a ball and clubs, players use a flying disc or Frisbee. Discs can be rented at Overlook Adventure Mini Golf. For more information about the Nelson Park disc golf course, distances, and a scorecard, visit decatur-parks.org.

Park District PartiesCreative Arts Party Your 2-hour party at the Poage Arts & Recreation Center will include themed activities, crafts, games, and costumes. Call Jen Theis at 421-6648 for more information!

Sports/Bounce House Party at the DISCYour guests can play on an inflatable bounce house, climb the rock wall, use the batting cage, and play basketball, volleyball, and soccer! Add the Party Room for an additional minimal cost. Call the DISC at 429-3472 today!

On Safari Party at Scovill ZooIncluded are 20 zoo admission and train passes for your guests, a gift for the birthday child, and use of the outdoor deck or Shilling Environmental Education Center. Call 421-7435 for more information!

Overlook Adventure Mini GolfEnjoy mini golf, snacks and drinks. Call 422-2316 to schedule your party at Overlook Adventure Mini Golf!

Pool PartyEnjoy sun and fun at your own pool party! Offered 2-3 hours on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evenings at Fairview Pool. Rental includes private use of the pool, lifeguards, sand volleyball court, playground, and patio area. Call Danita at 429-3472 to schedule your party!

at Millikin University

Decatur Indoor Sports Center • 1295 West Wood • Decatur, IL 62522(217) 429-3472 • Fax (217) 421-6642 • www.decatur-parks.org

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