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Almaden Equestrian Center 2013 Summer Horse Camp

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photo: Almaden Summer Horse CampAlmaden Summer Horse Camp is for kids, ages 6-16, who like horses, crafts, and more! Almaden Summer Horse Camp is hosted at Almaden Equestrian Center in the Almaden Valley. The camp is a fantastic way for children to learn riding or develop higher level riding skills.

The camp offers lots of fun with riding and instruction on caring for some very sweet horses. Lessons include western, english, or bareback, and start at beginning and advance to higher levels. Each child is evaluated for his/her ability and placed in a group that matches the age and skill of the child.

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Almaden Swim & Racquet Club Junior Tennis Summer Camp with Cool Off Swimming – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Swim & Racquet ClubAlmaden Swim & Racquet Club has a number of Junior Tennis Camps this Summer for kids ages 7-12.

Campers will learn the basics in a fun and low-key atmosphere. What is really special about this summer camp is the optional extra hour of recreational swimming (supervised) to cool off after the tennis activities!

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Almaden Valley Video Game Design Camp

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Video Game Design campers will learn how to design the concept and elements of basic, two-dimensional computer / video games. The instructor will help guide the software development, with design input and guidance from the students. Students will work in small groups to collaborate on at least one finished game. The camp is for kids ages 7-11.

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SonRise National Park Vacation Bible School Camp for Summer 2012

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Holy Spirit Church invites your children to SonRise National Park Vacation Bible School. The campers will participate in Bible adventures, crafts, recreation, songs, and enjoy tasty snacks. The camps is for kids ages Pre-K (4 years old as of 10/1/12) through kids entering 5th grade.

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Almaden Valley TechKnowHow LEGO® 2012 Summer Camps – UPDATED 2022

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logo: TechKnowHowTechKnowHow is offering LEGO® Summer Camps for boys and girls ages 5-9 years old. [NOTE: CLICK HERE FOR MORE RECENT SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS BY TechKnowHow.]

TechKnowHow’s special half-day camps include “Simple Bots: Remote-Controlled LEGO® Projects” and “Master Builders: Advanced LEGO® Building and Game Design.” Each class has five LEGO building projects, one per day. The camp offers entirely new projects and activities each year.

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Junior Tennis Camp at Almaden Swim & Racquet Club – Summer 2011 – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Almaden Swim & Racquet ClubAlmaden Swim & Racquet Club has a number of Junior Tennis Camps this Summer for kids ages 7-12.

Campers will learn the basics in a fun and low-key atmosphere. The camps are taught by Kathy Barnes, USPTA Licensed Teaching Professional.

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Summer 2011 Horse Camp at Almaden Equestrian Center – UPDATED 2022

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photo: Almaden Summer Horse CampAlmaden Summer Horse Camp is for kids, ages 6-16, who like horses, riding, and creating friendships and experiences that be will cherished forever.

Children will have fun learning to ride and improving their riding skills. Kids can learn Western, English, or Bareback. The camp is suited for beginners and advances to higher skill levels. Each child is evaluated for his/her ability and placed in a group that matches their age and skill level.

Children will also learn what it takes to properly care for our equine buddies. This season’s Summer Camp will also feature fun activities and entertainment, including exciting shows, demonstrations, horse related games, crafts, and more.

Almaden Summer Horse Camp is at Almaden Equestrian Center in Almaden Valley. Each Summer Horse Camp session is Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm. Extended care is available Monday through Friday 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm.

Each 5-day session is $450 per child. You can register online. Ask about sibling discounts. Refer 3 friends and receive $50 off upon their paid enrollment in one or more sessions in the 2011 Summer Camp season.

Following are the 5-day Summer Camp sessions available for 2011:

Session 1: June 13 – June 17, 2011
Session 2: June 20 – June 24, 2011
Session 3: June 27 – July 1, 2011

Session 4: July 5 – July 8, 2011 (4 days @ $360)
Session 5: July 11 – July 15, 2011
Session 6: July 18 – July 22, 2011
Session 7: July 25 – July 29, 2011

Session 8: August 1 – August 5, 2011
Session 9: August 8 – August 12, 2011
Session 10: August 15 – August 19, 2011

For more information, contact the Summer Camp Program Director, Patricia Jamison, at (408) 927-0232 or info@almadensummerhorsecamp.com. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

About Almaden Equestrian Center
Almaden Equestrian Center is a friendly, family orientated 6-acre ranch that features a horse boarding facility, large outdoor arena, smaller covered arena, round pen, and plenty of room for riding horses. AEC also has a community snack shack with a full size refrigerator, microwave, and running water. The shaded picnic area is perfect for eating lunch and taking breaks.

Play-Well TEKnologies’ Engineering with LEGO® 2011 Summer Camps in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Play-WellPlay-Well TEKnologies Summer Camps are back in Almaden Valley. Designed by engineers, the curriculum challenges both new and returning students.

The camps explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture through fun-filled projects that:

  • Develop and enhance problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • Expose children to concepts and vocabulary of Engineering, Architecture, and Physics
  • Provide an opportunity to have a great time with a terrific and versatile building system

The following week-long Engineering with LEGO® camps are available: [CLICK HERE FOR 2022 SUMMER CAMPS]

PRE-Engineering with LEGO® (5-6 years olds)

  • 6/27/2011 – 7/1/11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 7/11/2011 – 7/15/11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 7/18/2011 – 7/22/11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 8/1/2011 – 8/5/11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • 8/15/2011 – 8/19/11, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO® (7-9 years olds)

  • 6/27/2011 – 7/1/11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 7/11/2011 – 7/15/11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 7/18/2011 – 7/22/11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 8/1/2011 – 8/5/11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • 8/15/2011 – 8/19/11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

 

Summer 2011 Camp Galileo at Almaden Country School in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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logo: Camp GalileoAt Camp Galileo in Almaden Valley campers engage in hands-on art, science, and outdoor activities every day. They also have tons of fun with camp traditions like dress up days, water day, and the rubber chicken cheer.

Camp Galileo offers four unique weeks, each with their own engaging curriculum theme. You can sign-up for one or multiple weeks.

Each week of camp is built around an intriguing storyline and art and science theme. As the week progresses, activities become more sophisticated and build toward a culminating project.

The 2011 themes include the following:

  • Lost in the Forbidden City: Chinese Art & Building Design
  • Inventor’s Workshop: The Art & Science of Toy Design
  • Detective in Paris: Impressionism & The Science of Sleuthing
  • We Built This City: Urban Art & Environmental Engineering

Camp Galileo is for kids Pre-Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Campers are grouped by grade level into teams that stay together throughout the week.

As campers advance through the three age groups, they delve deeper into science and art concepts, use more advanced materials, and work on more complex team-building challenges.

Camp Galileo is at Almaden Country School from June 20, 2011 through August 5, 2011. Camp is Monday through Friday from 9:00am–3:00pm. Full day and part day programs are offered. Extended care is also available from 8:00am–9:00am and 3:00pm-5:30pm. See the detailed schedule. [EVENT IS CLOSED]

The price varies depending on the number of weeks your child attends and whether you choose the full day or part day program.

Enroll online now to ensure a spot for your camper in the session of your choice. Campers who attend for 4 weeks receive a $50 discount off their 3rd and 4th weeks, and save 50% off extended care.

Update on March 17, 2011: Camp Galileo is now offering a $100 Discount for Nebula campers this Summer 2011. Use code: NEBULA2011. The offer expires April 30, 2011.

Galileo Financial Assistance is still available for a limited time. If you are interested in applying or know someone else who might be, visit the Financial Assistance section of our website to fill out our easy online application.

TechKnowHow LEGO® 2011 Summer Camps in Almaden Valley – UPDATED 2022

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logo: TechKnowHowTechKnowHow is offering LEGO® Summer Camps for boys and girls ages 6-9 years old. [NOTE: CLICK HERE FOR MORE RECENT SUMMER CAMP OFFERINGS BY TechKnowHow.]

TechKnowHow’s special half-day camps include LEGO Spybots and Master Builders. Each class has five LEGO building projects, one per day.

LEGO Spybots is for kids ages 6-9. The camp is June 20 – June 24, 2011, 2-5pm. Extended care is available from school’s on-site provider.

Master Builders is for kids ages 7-9. The camp is June 27 – July 1, 2011, 2-5pm. Extended care is not available for this session.

TechKnowHow classes enable students to learn technology skills while engaging in fun and interesting projects. Each day the students learn new skills and solidify those learned earlier in the camp. The atmosphere is supportive and fun.

Each class begins with a quick overview of key concepts. Students then begin working on their projects, with the teachers assisting them and answering their questions.

At appropriate stages of each project, students test the performance of what they are creating, while interacting with other campers and teachers.

Each camp is $200 per child for the week. Both camps are at Holy Spirit School in Almaden Valley. You can register online. For more information call Holy Spirit School at 408-268-0794. [EVENT IS CLOSED]