Spring Break Camps & Activities

FREE SPRING BREAK DAY CAMP | Boys and girls, grades K-5. Join Yakima Parks and Recreation’s AmeriCorps staff for crafts, games and trips to the pool. Meets from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 29 to April 2 at the Southeast Community Center gymnasium, 1211 S. Seventh St., Yakima. For more information, call Kim Lopez at 575-6020.

LEARN TO SWIM WEEK | Boys and girls, ages 3-14. The YMCA offers a week of free swimming lessons. Classes meet for 30 minutes each day, March 29 through April 2. Register at the Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 248-1202.

STAYCATION @ THE LIBRARY | The downtown Yakima Library and Selah Library are each hosting free daily activities the week of March 29 through April 2 for families who are staying close to home. Here’s the schedule:

Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 698-7345.

• Monday — 10 a.m. Nature Collage Craft: Make a beautiful picture using things found in your yard.
• Tuesday — 2 p.m. Butterfly Crafts: Make butterfly crafts and see an antique butterfly collection.
• Wednesday — 10 a.m. Fruit Day: Make fruit stamps and drink smoothies.
• Thursday — 10 a.m. Rock Painting: Create rock buddies.
• Friday — 2 p.m. Planting Flowers: Children of all ages may learn how plants grown and start their own garden.

Yakima Library, 102 N. Third St., Yakima; 452-8541.

• Monday — 2 p.m. Fun with Paper Airplanes: School-age children are invited to fold paper planes and have fun at the library.
• Tuesday — 2 p.m. Take Me Out to the Ballgame: School-age kids are invited to have some baseball fun at the library.
• Wednesday — 2 p.m. Campout! School-age kids are invited to a camping-themed activity at the library.
• Thursday — 2 p.m. Luau Fun: Children of all ages are invited to a Hawaiian Spring Break celebration.
• Friday — 2 p.m. Movie Day: Bring friends and enjoy a movie at the library.

KIDS CASTLE SPRING BREAK HOURS | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 29-April 2. On Monday, March 29, Kids Castle prices are $2.50 all day for children 2 and under, ages 3 and up are $5.25 for an hour or $8 unlimited. The rest of the week is open gym: Up to age 2, $3 for an hour or $4.25 all day; ages 3 and up are $6 for one hour or $9 all day. Every Wednesday, two kids play for the price of one. Kids Castle will be closed April 4 for Easter. Clean socks are required. Located inside Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 453-8126.

STRIKERS SOCCER CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 1-8. Improve your skills at this three-day camp presented by Yakima Parks and Recreation and the Sun City Strikers Soccer Club. Meets March 30 to April 1 at Chesterley Park. Grades 1-4 meet from 8 a.m. to noon; grades 5-8 meet from 1-5 p.m. Cost: $60-$72, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt, water and snacks. Register with Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

FISHER GOLF SPRING BREAK SPECIAL | The week of March 27 to April 4, juniors pay $5 green fees for nine holes of golf at Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075. The season opens March 26.

YMCA hosts camp registration night

The Yakima Family YMCA will kick off registration for its summer day camp and residential camp programs with an event from 4-7 p.m. March 23. Families can drop in to learn about the camp programs offered by the Y and get started with a cookie dough sale fund-raiser.

The YMCA offers local day camps throughout the summer as well as various overnight sessions at Camp Dudley, a traditional overnight summer camp on Clear Lake. Camp directors Mikeal Doyle and Matt Rusch will be available at the March 23 meeting to answer questions.

For information about day camps, call Doyle at 972-5251. Reach Camp Dudley director Rusch at 972-5271.

Yakima Parks offers winter break camps

Instead of staying home alone, children ages 5-12 can play and make crafts with friends at this Yakima Parks & Recreation winter day camp program, which offers supervised activities at the Southeast Community Center, 1211 S. Seventh St., Yakima.

The camp will meet from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 21-23 and 8:30 a.m. to noon Dec. 24. Participants should bring a sack lunch.

To register, or for more information, call Yakima Parks at 575-6020.

Dudley will host Winter Camp

The Yakima Family YMCA will offer a two-night Winter Camp for youth ages 7-15 in December.

Campers will sleep in the lodge and participate in camp activities such as sledding, snowball fights and a movie night.

The camp will meet Dec. 28-30 at Camp Dudley. Cost is $85; YMCA membership is not required. For more information, call Matt Rusch at 972-5271.

Families invited to Mountain Meadow Christmas Camp

Families are invited to decorate gingerbread houses, go sledding and warm up with cocoa and carols by the fire at Ghormley Meadow Christian Camp’s Mountain Meadow Christmas the weekend of Dec. 4-6, 2009.

Participants can visit for the day or enjoy up to two nights in restroom-equipped cabins, which start at $25 for a private room in a cabin with a shared bath. Buffet-style meals are served in the dining hall; kids ages 6 and younger are free.

Activities include cutting your own Christmas tree, board games, hay rides and Sunday morning worship service. Ghormley Meadow is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Yakima.

Prices vary depending on activities and accommodations. To register, or for more information, call Julia at 672-4311 or visit ghormleymeadow.org.

Tomahawks Football Camp

SELAH TOMAHAWKS FOOTBALL CAMP | Boys, ages 8-13. Cost: $25 for returning players, otherwise $30; includes a T-shirt. Conditioning camp with an emphasis on offensive position skills. Meets 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 3-6 at the Selah Junior High football field; registration at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 3. Loren Wood: 949-8867. selahtomahawks.org

Gene Straughan’s Air It Out Football Academy

GENE STRAUGHAN’S AIR IT OUT FOOTBALL ACADEMY | Boys, grades 3-12. 4-8 p.m. Aug. 8-9. Quarterback and receiver camp in Selah. Cost: $45. airitoutfootballacademy.com

Summer ‘09 Day Camps

ART CAMP: NOW YOU’RE COOKING | This delicious four-day camp combines art and drama. Participants will decorate an apron, make an accordion-fold recipe book and create a clay snack bowl. The camp wraps up with a family performance of “The King’s Dessert” and a taste of the king’s royal treat.
DETAILS: Girls and boys, ages 9-11. Meets 1-4 p.m. July 27-30 at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Cost: $65. CONTACT: alliedartsyakima.org; 966-0930.

ART CAMP: SUPERHERO TRAINING | Participants will design their own cape, mask and illustrated comic in this heroic camp that combines drama and art. On the final day, campers will wrap up with a family performance of “Funnyman.”
DETAILS: Girls and boys, ages 9-11. Meets 1-4 p.m. Aug. 3-6 at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Cost: $65. CONTACT: alliedartsyakima.org; 966-0930.

ART & SCIENCE CAMP | Crafty kids can explore art and science through hands-on projects at this downtown studio. New themes and projects each week. Offered by Red Art Gallery and Mad Science of Yakima Valley.
DETAILS: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday. New sessions weekly, June 29-Aug. 17. Ages 6-18. Cost: $65. Preregistration required; limited space available. Red Art Gallery, 30 N. Third St., Yakima. CONTACT: Mindy Clark, 469-2766.

Looking for more summer activities? Find a list of summer art classes HERE.

CAMP HORSEPOWER | Participants will build new friendships – two- and four-legged – at this camp, which aims to foster relationships and respect in a nurturing, safe environment. Campers will learn to dress the horses and work with them on the ground; not a riding camp.
DETAILS: Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Sessions: June 15-18, ages 8-12; June 22-25, ages 12-15; July 13-16, ages 8-12; July 20-23, ages 12-15. Or, schedule a private camp with group of five. Cost: $100; partial scholarships available. Camp located four miles north of Selah. CONTACT: Jayne Beebe, 831-2407.

CARROLL CHILDREN’S CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP | All-day program for school-aged kids includes weekly field trips, crafts, science and other themed activities.
DETAILS: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, June 15-Aug. 21. Open to students entering first grade through 12 years. Meets at Englewood Christian Church, 511 44th Ave., Yakima. Cost: $125 per week, includes lunch and snacks; family discount available. Preregistration required. CONTACT: Carroll Children’s Center, 965-7104.

EARTH GIRLS: KEEPIN’ IT GREEN | Girls ages 5-17 can make toys and crafts from recycled items and learn how to save the planet with Girl Scouts.
DETAILS: Meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 22-26 in the Franklin Middle School commons, 410 S. 19th Ave., Yakima. Cost: $10 per day or $40 for the week; one-time $10 fee for non-registered Girl Scouts. Preregistration required. Girls who participate at least three days receive Earth Girls participation patch. CONTACT: Lisa Tapia, 834-9785.

FREE SUMMER DAY CAMPS | Instead of staying home alone, kids ages 5-12 can play and make crafts with friends at this Yakima Parks program, which offers supervised activities at local parks.
DETAILS: Weekdays, June 15-July 29. Free; lunch provided. Locations: Milroy Park, N. 16th and Lincoln avenues (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday); Southeast Community Center, S. Eighth Street and Arlington (9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.); Kissel Park, 32nd and Mead avenues (9:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.). CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6114.

GYMKIDS CHEER CAMP | Pep up the summer with these “cheer”-ful day camps for kids ages 5-12.
DETAILS: Meets 10 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday at Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Center, Selah. Two sessions: June 29-July 2, Aug. 17-20. Call for fees. CONTACT: Selah GymKids, 698-5437.

GYMNASTICS DAY CAMPS | Ages 5 and up. Sponsored by the Gymnastics Plus Booster Club, three one-day camps will be held this summer at Gymnastics Plus: June 19, July 24, Aug. 14. Meets from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is $35 per session or $90 for all three; includes T-shirt and a picture. Participants will learn new skills with the guidance of safety-certified coaches. Demonstrations by competition team members. For more information, call Shannon at 453-8126 or Ava at 945-0845.

GYMNASTICS PLUS SUMMER SCHOOL | Ages 5-10. Morning and afternoon sessions each weekday, June 15-Aug. 28. The morning session, which includes Kids Castle games, meets from 8 a.m. to noon. Afternoon session, including swim time, meets from 1-5 p.m. Other activities include gymnastics instruction, crafts, science and guest speakers. Cost is $20 per four-hour session; 10 percent discount when you register for 10 sessions. Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 453-8126.

IKE DRAMA CAMP | All the world’s a stage at this camp, where participants will learn about singing, dancing, acting, costuming, sets, props and improvisation in a fun, supportive atmosphere.
DETAILS: Ages 7-13. Meets from 9 a.m. to noon, June 15-19 at the Eisenhower High School Little Theatre, 702 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. Performance for friends and family at 11 a.m. June 19. Cost: $65, includes T-shirt and snacks. CONTACT: 833-7676.

INTERMEDIATE SUMMER BAND | Middle-school students, including incoming sixth-graders, can toot their own horns (and other instruments) at this two-week camp.
DETAILS: Meets 9-10:30 a.m. weekdays, June 15-26, at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Cost: $65. CONTACT: Allied Arts, 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org.

JAZZ BAND | Musical middle-school students, including incoming sixth-graders, can jazz up their summer at this two-week camp.
DETAILS: Meets 11 a.m. to noon weekdays, June 15-26, at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Cost: $25. CONTACT: Allied Arts, 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org.

KIDS SEWING CAMP | These three-day workshops will have you in stitches! Students ages 8-16 will practice basic sewing techniques using sewing machines, sergers and embroidery machines.
DETAILS: Several camps offered in July. Call for details. B & C Sewing & Vacuum Center, 613 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. CONTACT: 453-8301.

LITTLE GREEN THUMBS PRESCHOOL CAMP | Pre-K and kindergarten students can learn about the science of seeds, weather and bugs in the garden.
DETAILS (Selah): Ages 3-6 years. Meets 9-11:30 a.m. at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah. Multiple sessions: June 15-19, July 6-10, Aug. 3-7 Cost: $64. CONTACT: Mad Science, 966-3015; madscience.org/yakima
DETAILS (West Valley): Ages 3-6 years. Meets 9-11:30 a.m. at West Valley Community Park, 323 S. 80th Ave., Yakima. Multiple sessions: June 29-July 3, July 27-31, Aug. 10-14. Cost: $83 Yakima resident; $95 nonresident. CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

NASA: JOURNEY INTO OUTER SPACE CAMP | Hands-on program for kids ages 5-12 will explore the Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system. Learn about planets, comets and the forces of flight; participate in a rocket launch.
DETAILS (Selah): 9 a.m. to noon at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah. Multiple sessions: June 15-19, July 6-10, Aug. 3-7. Cost: $84. CONTACT: Mad Science, 966-3015; madscience.org/yakima.
DETAILS (West Valley): 9 a.m. to noon at West Valley Community Park, 323 S. 80th Ave., Yakima. Multiple sessions: June 23-26, July 27-31, Aug. 10-14. Cost: $107 Yakima resident; $122 nonresident. CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

READING & SPELLING CAMP | Tackle phonics, spelling and penmanship at this private summer school for students in grades 1-4. All skill levels welcome.
DETAILS: Weekday mornings, June 22-July 21, except July 3 and 6; meets at Yakima Adventist Christian School, 1200 City Reservoir Road in Naches Heights. Cost: $360 per student; materials $60 per family. Register by June 10. CONTACT: Verlene Hartwig, 829-6224.

SUMMER IN THE PARK | Enjoy games, crafts and other supervised activities at Selah’s Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St. Weekly themes. At 1 p.m., the pool opens next door.
DETAILS: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday, June 15-July 24. Ages 6-12. Cost: $38-$50, depending on residency; fee covers entire summer and includes a T-shirt. Scholarships available. Register at the Selah Civic Center, 216 S. First St. Friday field trips available for extra fee. CONTACT: Selah Parks, 698-7300.

SUMMER ORCHESTRA | This camp might prove instrumental for middle-school students, including incoming sixth-graders, who want to bring their playing to a new level.
DETAILS: Meets weekday mornings, June 15-26, at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Two levels: Intermediate meets 8:15-10:15 a.m.; advanced meets 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $75. CONTACT: Allied Arts, 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org.

SUMMER SCIENCE FUN FOR GIRLS | Girls ages 5-17 who participate in this Girl Scout day camp will conduct summer science experiments, including water rockets.
DETAILS: Meets 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays, July 9-30 at Central Lutheran Church, corner of 16th and Yakima avenues, Yakima. Cost: $2 each day; one-time $10 fee for non-registered Girl Scouts. CONTACT: Lisa Tapia, 834-9785.

SUMMER SCIENCE IN THE PARK | Girls ages 5-17 will conduct fun science experiments at this free drop-in Girl Scout program in the parks.
DETAILS: Multiple sessions and locations. Meets 1-2:30 p.m. Mondays, June 15-July 6, at Milroy Park, corner of 16th and Lincoln avenues, Yakima; 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays, June 23-July 14, (same time as the ArtsVan) at Southeast Community Park, S. Eighth Street and Arlington, Yakima; and 10 a.m. to noon Fridays, July 10-31, at Applewood Park, Naches. CONTACT: Lisa Tapia, 834-9785.

SUMMER SHAKESPEARE CAMP | Students at this two-week camp will learn to deciper “ye olde” Elizabethan language, appreciate the complexity of Shakespeare’s characters and get a taste of some of the planet’s greatest literature, one bite at a time. Performance-based class with lots of stage time. The camp’s own Shakespeare in the Park festival will be at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6.
DETAILS: Boys and girls, ages 9-18. Meets 9 a.m. to noon July 27-31 and Aug. 3-7 at Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. Cost: $120. CONTACT: alliedartsyakima.org; 966-0930.

TREK ‘N’ TRAVEL TROLLEY | Young explorers can hit the road with this day-trippin’ Washington tour bus.
DETAILS: Weeklong sessions offered June 29-July 3, July 27-31 and Aug. 10-14. Ages 8-12 years. Register early; space is extremely limited. Cost: $115 Yakima resident, $137 non-resident. CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP | Kids participating in this popular summer program will visit area parks and pools each day and take a major field trip each week.
DETAILS: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 15-Aug. 21. Ages 5 through fifth grade. Cost per week: $124 YMCA family members, $135 YMCA members, $153 program participants; bring a sack lunch, water and sunscreen. This program fills up; register as soon as possible. Meets at the Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima. CONTACT: Mikeal Doyle, 972-5251; yakimaymca.org.

Vacation Bible School

Crikey! Looks like friendly crocodiles are the backdrop for teaching kids about Christ at several of this summer’s local Bible camps. Other programs will visit the Old West, dig into Rome’s underground church and explore outer space. Sounds like a blast!

Whichever adventure you choose, there’s sure to be lots of songs, skits, prayer and praise at each of the following programs. Preregistration is always appreciated.

JUNE 14-18
WILEY HEIGHTS COVENANT CHURCH | 12504 Gilbert Road, Yakima. Sherrin Melcher: 966-2383. “The Old West”: Mosey through the imaginary town of Trinity. Meets 6:30-8 p.m. Ages 4 years-entering fifth grade. No charge. wileyheightscovenant.org

JUNE 22-26
BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH | 20 Tibbling Road, Selah; 697-8895. “Down By The Sea.” Meets 7-8:15 p.m. Ages 5-12 years. No charge; penny drive. Popcorn, sno-cones daily; 100-foot ice cream sundae Friday. Prizes for bringing visitors. selahbaptist.org

CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH | 1604 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. Nathan Gerhart: 575-6490. Kelli Olsen: 877-7643. “Camp Lutherhaven: Restore!” Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 4 years-entering sixth grade. Cost: $10 donation. Lunch and snack provided. Thursday evening program and ice cream social. Water play Friday. centrallutheranyakima.org

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima. Kathy Eaton: 248-7940, ext. 114. “Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-entering fifth grade. Cost: $20. fpcyakima.com

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY CHURCH | VBS location is Tieton Square, Tieton. Nikki Keller: 673-2585. “Quest Camp: Son Rock.” Meets 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 3 1/2 years (born 2005)-entering seventh grade. No charge. hcc-cowiche.org

HOLY FAMILY PARISH | 5315 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 966-0788. “A Blast from the Past: Jesus as a Young Child.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10 parishioners, $20 non-parishioners. Preregistration required.

SELAH COVENANT CHURCH | 560 McGonagle Road, Selah; 697-6116. “Rome: Paul and the Underground Church.” Meets 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4-11 years. No charge. selahcov.com

JULY 6-10
MOUNTAINVIEW CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP | 7105 Alpine Way, Yakima; 966-5422. “Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light.” Meets 6-8 p.m. Pre-K through fifth grade. No charge.

MT. OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH | 7809 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 966-2190. “Camp Lutherhaven.” Meets 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Entering kindergarten-seventh grade; kinders leave at noon. No charge.

TRINITY FAMILY FELLOWSHIP | 603 S. 13th Ave., Yakima; 248-9405. “Boomerang Express.” Meets from 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 4 years-entering fifth grade. No charge. trinityyakima.com

JULY 13-16
SUN VALLEY CHURCH | 103 S. Third St., suite 200, Yakima. Bryan Pichura: 965-6800. “Hidden Treasure.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-entering sixth grade. No charge. sunvalleychurch.net

JULY 13-17
CALVARY CHAPEL YAKIMA VALLEY | 1021 S. 40th Ave., Suite No. 7, Yakima. Tom Morris: 249-1464. “Operation Space: A Close Encounter with God’s Word.” Meets 9:30 a.m. to noon. Ages 4-12 years. No charge. ccyakimavalley.com

WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 966-1900. “Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-entering fifth grade. Cost: $15 for one child, $25 family. westpress.org

YAKIMA FOURSQUARE CHURCH | 700 N. 40th Ave., Yakima. Susan: 575-1490. “Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Entering K-third grade. Cost: $10; preregistration required. yakimafoursquare.org

JULY 19-23
WESLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 14 N. 48th Ave., Yakima; 966-2370. “Rome: Paul and the Underground Church.” Meets 6-8:30 p.m., includes dinner. Families are encouraged to attend together. Ages 4 years-entering sixth grade. No charge.

AUG. 2-6

SUMMITVIEW CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH | 6711 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 966-1630. “Creation Celebration.” Meets 6-8 p.m. Free, all-ages family event with a lite supper served from 6-6:30 p.m.

AUG. 3-7
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH | 91 Wernex Loop, Selah. Lisa Ulstad: 453-8450. “Camp Lutherhaven.” Meets 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and snack provided. Kindergarten-sixth grade. No charge. peacelutheranselah.org

WESTPARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 3902 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Michele Piguet: 966-1632. “Crocodile Dock: Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4-11 years. Cost: $10 donation per child.

AUG. 17-20
NACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 210 E. Second St., P.O. Box 246, Naches; 653-2527. “Crocodile Rock: A Journey through the Holy Land.” Meets 6:15-8:30 p.m. No charge.

Overnight Summer Camps

CAMP DUDLEY | Sleep in bunks, sing, swim and participate in other traditional camp activities at the Yakima Family YMCA’s camp on Clear Lake, near White Pass. A variety of sessions offered for kids ages 5-15, with a special backpacking trip for teens ages 13-17 the week of Aug. 2.
DETAILS: Mini-session June 30-July 2 (ages 5-10). Regular sessions begin each week, July 5-Aug. 16; themes and ages vary. Cost: $275-$308; multi-week discounts and scholarships available. CONTACT: Matt Rusch, 972-5271; yakimaymca.org

CAMP FOUR ECHOES | Affiliated with Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington North Idaho. Located on Lake Coeur d’Alene in northern Idaho, this outdoor skills and waterfront camp focuses on teaching girls valuable life-long skills, positive self image and confidence.
DETAILS: Open to all girls, grades 2-12. Sessions range from four to 21 days and begin June 21. Cost: $160-$440, varies by session. Discounts available for weeks 1-3 and for multiple camp sessions. CONTACT: Marcy Mastel, 800-827-9478; campfourechoes.com

CAMP ROGANUNDA | Camp Fire USA’s overnight camp on Chinook Pass encourages children to “Explore Your World,” developing leadership skills while participating in classic camp activities, such as swimming and archery.
DETAILS: Ages 5-17. All Girls Week, July 5-11. Coed Week, July 12-18. Cost: $325; additional fees for some activities, including horseback rides. CONTACT: 453-9151; yakima-campfire.com

CAMP WAHOO | ‘Tweens and teens can learn the ropes of living in the wilderness at this horse camp near Cle Elum. Campers will care for horses, cook with a Dutch oven and learn other survival skills.
DETAILS: Ages 10-16, all-girls and coed sessions available. Multiple sessions for each skill level and age group start weekly, June 28-Aug 23. Cost: $850-$1,025; $50 sibling discount. CONTACT: 888-235-0111; highcountry-outfitters.com

GHORMLEY MEADOW CHRISTIAN CAMP | Faith-based camp near Rimrock Lake. Activities include canoeing and sliding on a zipline. Special adventure camps for teens.
DETAILS: Owned by First Presbyterian Church of Yakima. Sessions begin weekly, July 5-Aug. 2. Co-ed sessions available for grades 2-12. Cost: $165-$390, varies by session; scholarships available. CONTACT: 509-672-4311; ghormleymeadow.org

LAZY F | Faith-based camp in the Manastash Canyon near Ellensburg. Activities include inner-tubing creek, fishing pond, archery hill, campfires and worship.
DETAILS: Affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Co-ed sessions begin weekly, June 28-Aug. 9. Sessions offered for grades 1-13; family Grand Camp is July 6-9. Cost: $215-$555, varies by session and sliding scale. CONTACT: 509-962-2780; lazyfcamp.org

Summer sport camps, lessons and leagues

From A to V, here’s our list of summer sports camps, lessons and leagues:

ATHLETICS, GENERAL

JUNIOR ATHLETIC CONDITIONING | Boys and girls, ages 9-11. Meets 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Two sessions: June 16-30, July 21-Aug. 13. Focus on fitness with exercises, obstacle courses and games. Cost: $60 YAC member, $70 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YOUTH FITNESS ACADEMY | Boys and girls, ages 12 and up. Meets 3-4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, June 16-Aug. 13. Instructed by a Certified Personal Trainer. Cost: $99 YAC members, $109 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Two locations: Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; or, YAC Fitness, 2500 Business Lane, Yakima. For details, call 453-6521 or visit yakimaathletic.com.

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BASEBALL

BEGINNER PEE WEE T-BALL | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Introduces basic skills; instruction and game each night. Meets 6:15-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 5-26. Cost: $15 Yakima resident, $20 non-resident. Register by July 31. Call for location. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

YMCA BASEBALL | Boys and girls, ages 5-10. The Yakima Family YMCA is organizing baseball leagues in Yakima and West Valley. Divisions include T-ball, ages 5-7; Coach Pitch, ages 6-8; and Minors, ages 9-10. League play will be July 13-Aug. 21. Cost is $35 YMCA family members, $45 YMCA members, $50 non-members; an additional $10 fee applies to registrations received after June 27. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register at the YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima. For more information call Tyler Johnson, 972-5273.

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BASKETBALL

CADET BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-9. Skills camp led by Ike coaches and players. Meets June 15-18 at Eisenhower High School, 702 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. Grades 3-6: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Grades 7-9: 1-4 p.m. Cost: $65, includes T-shirt and ball. Call 966-3516.

DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, grades 2-12. Grades 2-5 meet 8-10 a.m. Grades 6-12 meet 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The younger girls are coached by Davis players; the older campers will be coached by the Davis girls’ basketball staff. Camps are June 15-18 at Davis High School, 212 S. Sixth Ave., Yakima. Cost: $40. For more, contact Davis Girls’ Basketball Coach Quantae Anderson at 573-2500.

NBC BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys and girls, ages 8-14. Meets July 20-24 at Eisenhower High School. Energetic camp provides training in speed, skill development and sports psychology Cost: $250. Register at nbccamps.com or 800-406-3926; local contact Eddie Allen, 594-9365.

ONE-ON-ONE GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, ages 8-12. Meets 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 3-5 at the YVCC Sherar Gym. Individual skills coaching focuses on ball handling, attacking the basket, effective passing and more. Cost: $75, includes a T-shirt. Contact Becky Jones at 480-1002.

WEST VALLEY GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, grades 3-8. Learn basketball skills, including teamwork, ball-handling, shooting and sportsmanship from WVHS coaches and players. Meets June 29-July 2 at West Valley Junior High School. Grades 3-5 meet 9 a.m. to noon. Grades 6-8 meet 1-4 p.m. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written evaluation. Limited to 60 campers; pre-registration deadline is June 10. For more, call Kellee Toner at 966-8578.

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FOOTBALL

YMCA FLAG FOOTBALL | Boys and girls, ages 6-11. The Yakima Family YMCA is organizing flag football leagues in Yakima and West Valley. Divisions are ages 6-7, ages 8-9 and ages 10-11. League play will be July 13-Aug. 21. Cost: $35 YMCA family members, $45 YMCA members, $50 non-member; an additional $10 fee is charged for players who register after June 27. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register at the YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima. For more information, call Tyler Johnson at 972-5273.

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GOLF

THE FIRST TEE OF YAKIMA | Boys and girls, ages 5-17. Non-profit organization teaches life skills, including manners and responsibility, through the game of golf. Meets are several area parks and golf courses. Cost: $50; full-fee scholarships available to all who ask. The First Tee of Yakima, thefirstteeyakima.org; 949-6349.

FISHER JUNIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT SERIES | Boys and girls, ages 6-16. Enjoy friendly competition and win prizes in this three-part tournament series, held June 25, July 23 and Aug. 13. Ages 6-9: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 9-12: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 12-16: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $15, includes T-shirt. Space is limited; register early. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

FISHER PARK FAMILY GOLF MONTH | Weekends in July, children 17 and under play nine holes of free golf when accompanied by a parent. Also, the week of July 6-10 is “Take Your Daughter to the Course Week”: Free green fees for young ladies accompanied by a paying adult.

FISHER PARK PARENT/CHILD TOURNAMENTS | Parent with child under 14 years. Two 9-Hole Scramble tournaments are scheduled this summer at Yakima’s Fisher Park Golf Course. The tourneys begin at 1 p.m. July 12 and Aug. 16. Cost: $15 pair. The course is located at 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

INTRODUCTION TO GOLF (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 6-15. Meets 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 16, at River Ridge Golf Course, 295 Golf Course Loop Road, Selah. Golf fundamentals, rules and etiquette. Cost: $80; provide your own clubs. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 8-16. Play nine holes and keep score. Special prizes given out throughout the league. Meets Tuesdays, June 23-Aug. 11. Ages 8-12 play 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 13-16 play 2-4 p.m. Cost: $8 per day. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 6-16. Yakima Parks and Recreation classes focus on proper etiquette, swings, stance and confidence. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays; multiple times and sessions. Cost: $44 Yakima resident, $53 non-resident. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

PEEWEE GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Games and activities introduce golf basics. Meets 9:30-10 a.m., multiple sessions: Tuesdays, July 7-28 or Aug. 4-25; Thursdays, July 9-30 or Aug. 6-27. Cost: $24 Yakima resident, $29 non-resident. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

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SKATEBOARDING

INTRODUCTION TO SKATEBOARDING (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 6-12. Meets 10-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday, June 23-July 23, at Selah Skate Park in Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road. Learn basic skateboarding techniques. Cost: $15-$20, depending on residency. Helmets required. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

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SOCCER

GOAL-LINE SOCCER CAMPS | Boys and girls, ages 6-14. Hone your soccer skills at these personalized clinics. All clinics meet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chesterley Park. North 40th Avenue and River Road, Yakima. Ages 6-14, two sessions: July 13-17 and July 20-24. Ages 11-14: July 20-24. Goal-Line: 541-753-5833. goal-line.com

ITTY BITTY SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 3-4. Class introduces dribbling, passing and shooting through exercises and games. Parents encouraged to participate. Meets 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, July 28-Aug. 25. Cost: $40 Yakima resident, $48 non-resident; includes T-shirt and ball. Call for location. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

PEEWEE SOCCER LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Improve basic soccer skills and encourage sportsmanship in non-competitive games. Meets 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, July 30-Aug. 27. Call for location. Cost: $40 Yakima resident, $48 non-resident; includes T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

TINY TYKES SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Learn the basics of passing, dribbling and shooting, as well as teamwork and sportsmanship. Meets 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 13-22, at Eisenhower High School soccer field Cost: $28 Yakima resident, $34 non-resident; includes T-shirt. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

WEST SIDE SOCCER CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 1-5. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 22-26 at West Side Baptist Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Soccer skills, Christian coaches, Bible messages, camp T-shirt. Cost: $65 until June 7; $75 beginning June 8. Sponsored by West Side Baptist Church, in conjunction with Uncharted Waters Sports Camps of Colorado Springs, Colo. Contact Suzanne Dieker, Children’s Ministry Director, 965-2800. Download registration at westsidechurch.info.

YAC PEEWEE SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Meets 4-5 p.m. July 13-16. Cost: $45 YAC member, $55 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 10 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC SOCCER CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 1-5. Meets 10 a.m. to noon July 6-10. Focus on soccer skills and fun. Cost: $100 YAC member, $110 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Bring a soccer ball, shin guards and cleats. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

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SWIMMING

SWIM LESSONS | For our guide to summer swim lessons, click here.

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TENNIS

YAC LITTLE HITTERS TENNIS | Boys and girls, ages 4 and up. Meets 9-10:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Introduction to tennis basics, supervised play. Cost: $25 YAC member, $35 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS 1 | Boys and girls. Meets 10-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Designed for students with little or no tennis experience, class covers stroke, match play and etiquette. Cost: $42 YAC member, $52 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS 2 | Boys and girls. Meets 10 a.m. to noon Monday-Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Designed for students with tennis experience, working toward mastery of all basic strokes. Focus on stroke production, introduction to competitive play. Cost: $50 YAC member, $60 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS CAMPS | Boys and girls, ages 4-15. Meets 9 a.m. to noon, three sessions: July 20-23, July 27-30, Aug. 3-6. Improve skills while playing inventive games. Water activities, too. Cost: $70 YAC members, $80 non-member; includes T-shirt and water bottle. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 15 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAKIMA PARKS TENNIS LESSONS | Yakima Parks and the Yakima Community Tennis Association will team up to offer youth tennis lessons (three skill levels) at Kissel Park, S. 32nd Avenue and Mead, Yakima. Morning and evening classes available; call for times. Four sessions: June 22-July 3, July 3-24, July 27-Aug. 7, Aug. 10-21. Cost: $30 Yakima resident, $36 non-resident. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS (SELAH) | Boys and girls, grades 3-8. Two sessions, both meet Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: June 16-25, July 21-30. Grades 3-5: 9-10 a.m. Grades 6-8: 10-11 a.m. Instruction, games and matches. Cost: $18-$30, depending on residency; bring a racket and one unopened can of tennis balls. Meets at Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road, Selah. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

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TRACK & FIELD

YAKIMA YOUTH TRACK | Boys and girls, preschool and up. Three-week program allows anyone old enough to run the opportunity to learn, practice and enhance skills for track and field. Practice Monday and Tuesday evenings with all-comers meets on Wednesdays, July 13-29, at Kumler Field on S. Cornell Avenue, between Tieton Drive and Nob Hill Boulevard, in Yakima. Cost: $40; $120 maximum per family. Monday/Tuesday practice schedule: 6:30-7:30 p.m. preschool-fifth grade; 7:30-8:45 p.m. sixth grade-adult. All-comers meets ($5 fee for non-YYT members): 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, July 15, 22 and 29. All participants receive ribbons. For more, call Jennifer Wells at 678-5680.

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VOLLEYBALL

EISENHOWER VOLLEYBALL CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 5-9. Meets 3:30-6:30 p.m. June 4-5 and 8-9 at Eisenhower High School, 702 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. Skills camp led by Ike coaches and players. Cost: $60, includes T-shirt and snacks. Call 573-2629.

Looking for Spring Break activities?

Looking for something to keep the kids busy during Spring Break? Try these fun options:

FISHER PARK $5 GREEN FEES | During Spring Break (March 28-April 5), junior golfers can play nine holes at Yakima’s Fisher Park Golf Course for $5. Juniors are 9-18 years old; they usually play for $8.25. The fee for youth golfers, ages 4-8, to play 9 holes is $4.75. Fisher Park, 823 S. 40th Ave., is open from 7 a.m. to dusk, March-October, weather permitting. Fisher Park: 575-6075.

LEARN TO SWIM WEEK | Boys and girls, ages 3-17. The YMCA offers a week of free swimming lessons. Classes meet for 30 minutes each day, March 30-April 3. Call in March to register. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 248-1202. On the Web: yakimaymca.org.

RED ART GALLERY | Grades 1-6. This downtown Yakima studio and Mad Science are teaming up to offer “Super Structures and Simple Shapes,” a morning art and science camp. Meets from 9 a.m. to noon March 30-April 2 at Red Art Gallery, 30 N. Third St., Yakima. Cost is $65 for the week. To register, call Red at 469-2766.

YAKIMA PARKS AND RECREATION | Grades K-5. The Yakima Parks AmeriCorps team will offer a free drop-in Spring Break Day Camp. Space is limited so pre-registration is strongly encouraged. Meets from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 30-April 3 at the Southeast Community Center, 1211 S. Seventh St., Yakima. Participants should bring a sack lunch with their name on it. To register, call Kim or Amy at 575-6114.

Spring Break Soccer Camp (Selah)

SPRING BREAK SOCCER CAMP (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 3-18. Selah Football Club will host a day camp emphasizing technical and tactical skills with application of skills during match play. Meets from 10 a.m. to noon, March 30-April 3 at the Lince School field. Cost is $60-$70, depending on residency. Register by March 20. Selah Parks: 698-7300.

Mountain Meadow Christmas Camp

Families are invited to cut their own Christmas trees, decorate gingerbread houses and sing carols by the fire at Ghormley Meadow Christian Camp’s Mountain Meadow Christmas the weekend of Dec. 5-7, 2008.

The winter retreat for families is a first-ever event for the Rimrock camp, which is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Yakima. Participants can visit for the day or enjoy up to two nights in restroom-equipped cabins. Meals and transportation from Yakima are available.

Activities include sledding, hay rides and Sunday morning worship service.

Prices vary depending on activities and accommodations. Rates and registration are available on the camp’s Web site.

For more information, call Julia at 509-672-4311 or visit ghormleymeadow.org.

YMCA Winter Leadership Camp

The Yakima Family YMCA will offer a weekend Winter Leadership Camp for youth ages 10-14 in December.

The camp is designed to give youth a push in the right direction on making healthy decisions, but also features camp activities such as snowball fights, sledding and a movie night.

The camp will meet Dec. 26-28, 2008, at Camp Dudley. Cost is $85 to $100; YMCA membership is not required. For more information, call Matt Rusch at 972-5271.

Family Camps

CAMP DUDLEY
End the summer with a memorable weekend at the Yakima Family YMCA’s Labor Day Family Camp on Clear Lake, near White Pass.
DETAILS: Aug. 29-31. Cost for a family of four: $175-$200.
CONTACT: Matt Rusch, 972-5271; yakimaymca.org

GHORMLEY MEADOW CHRISTIAN CAMP
Raft, bike and worship together during the “Ride & Slide Family Weekend” at Rimrock Lake.
DETAILS: Affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Yakima. Aug. 30-Sept. 1. Call for fees.
CONTACT: 672-4311; ghormleymeadow.org

LAZY F FAMILY VACATION PACKAGE
Spend some quality time in the great outdoors at this faith-based family camp in the Manastash Canyon near Ellensburg.
DETAILS: Affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Aug. 8-11. Cost for a family of four: $420.
CONTACT: 962-2780; lazyfcamp.org

Band Camps

It’s totally OK — expected, really — for students to make some noise at these instrumental programs. However, by the end of the week, the noise should have the sound of music.

BAND EXPLORATION CAMP
A three-day introduction to woodwind, brass, string and percussion instruments. Open to students in grades K-8; no experience needed.
DETAILS: 10-11:30 a.m. Aug. 12-14. Cost: $20 plus tax. Ted Brown Music, 2612 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.
CONTACT: 248-6015; tedbrownmusic.com

BEGINNING GUITAR
Students interested in learning to play the guitar will be pickin’ and grinnin’ at this two-week workshop led by Cathy Kloster. They’ll learn how to read music and basic techniques.
DETAILS: 11 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday, June 23-July 3. Cost: $90; acoustic guitar and method book required. Register by June 13. Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.
CONTACT: 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org

JAZZ BAND CAMP
Players entering grades 8-12 can jazz up their summer and improve their skills at this two-week camp led by Dave Walter.
DETAILS: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays, June 16-27. Cost: $25; fees and applications due June 6. Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.
CONTACT: 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org

MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS
Middle school students, including incoming sixth-graders, can practice tooting their own horns (and other band/orchestra instruments) at these camps led by Dave Walter, Christy Baisinger and Ed Cunnington.
DETAILS: Weekdays, June 16-27. Intermediate: 8:15-10:15 a.m. Advanced: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $75; fees and applications due June 6. Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.
CONTACT: 966-0930; alliedartsyakima.org

SUMMER BAND
Students in grades 6-8 should play with fewer squeaks and squawks after practicing with this three-week program.
DETAILS: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays, July 15-31. Cost: $75 plus tax. Ted Brown Music, 2612 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.
CONTACT: 248-6015; tedbrownmusic.com

Vacation Bible School

Kids can expect an adventure this summer at vacation Bible school, where local churches will lead treks through the rain forest, host Olympic-style “Son Games” and dig into God’s word in ancient Egypt. There’s sure to be lots of songs, skits, prayer and praise at each of the following programs. Preregistration is appreciated.

JUNE 8-SEPT. 7
WEST VALLEY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE | 7109 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. “Son World Adventure Park.” Meets 9-11:15 a.m. Sundays. Ages 3 years-sixth grade. Free. 966-1550, ext. 14.

JUNE 16-20
WILEY HEIGHTS COVENANT CHURCH | 12504 Gilbert Road, Yakima. “SCUBA: Super Cool Undersea Bible Adventure.” Meets 6-8 p.m. Ages 4 years-fifth grade. Donations accepted. 966-2383. wileyheightscovenant.org

WILEY UNION CHURCH | 3004 S. Wiley Road (at Ahtanum Road), Yakima. “The Life of the Prophet Daniel.” Meets 9:30-11:30 a.m. Ages 3 years-sixth grade. Free. 453-4244. wileyunionchurch.com

JUNE 22-26
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH | 5606 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. “Rain forest Adventure.” Meets 5-8:30 p.m. Preschool-fifth grade. Free, includes a light meal. 966-1720. christlutheranyakima.com

JUNE 23-27
CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH | 1604 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. “The Trek.” Meets 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; ages 4-5 leave at noon. Ages 4 years-sixth grade. $10 suggested donation, lunch provided. 575-6490. centrallutheranyakima.org

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima. “Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-sixth grade. $20, includes T-shirt; $30 after June 16. 248-7940.

HOLY FAMILY CHURCH | 5315 Tieton Drive, Yakima. “The Wizard of Oz.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4 years-fifth grade. $20; preregistration required. Rose Meyer, 966-0788.

SELAH COVENANT CHURCH | 560 McGonagle Road, Selah. “Jerusalem Marketplace.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Preschool-fifth grade. Donations accepted. 697-6116.

WESTPARK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH & CHRISTIAN ACADEMY | 3902 Summitview Ave., Yakima. “Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4 years-fifth grade; preschoolers must be able to use restroom on their own. $10 suggested donation. 966-1632. diversityexcels.org

YAKIMA ALLIANCE CHURCH | 902 S. 36th Ave., Yakima. “Son Harvest County Fair.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 3 years-fifth grade. Free. 966-5707. yakimaalliancechurch.com

JUNE 27-28
WEST VALLEY MISSIONARY CHURCH | 11107 Wide Hollow Road, Yakima. “Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power.” Power Up Family Fun Night: 6-8 p.m. June 27. Power Lab Super Saturday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 28. Ages 4 years-fifth grade. Free. 966-6322. westvalleymc.org

JULY 7-11
ST. TIMOTHY’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH | 4105 Richey Road, Yakima. “Veggie Tales: The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 3 years-sixth grade. $20 suggested donation. 966-7370.

JULY 14-18
MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH | 7809 Tieton Drive, Yakima. “The Trek.” Meets 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; kindergartners leave at noon. Grades K-sixth grade. Free, includes lunch. 966-0685. mtoliveyakima.com

WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima. “Rain forest Adventure.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-fifth grade. $15. 966-1900; 698-6245. westpress.org

YAKIMA FOURSQUARE CHURCH | 700 N. 40th Ave., Yakima. “Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Entering K-fourth grade. $20. Pastor Susan, 575-1490.

AUG. 4-8
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH | 91 Wernex Loop Road, Selah. “The Trek.” Meets 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 4 years-sixth grade. Free, lunch provided. 697-4353.

SUN VALLEY CHURCH | Church office at 103 S. Third St., Suite 200, in Yakima; VBS will meet in Moxee. “Son Games 2008.” Meets 9-11:30 a.m. Ages 4 years-sixth grade. $5. 965-6800. sunvalleychurch.net

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH | Corner of 13th Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima. “Egypt Expedition.” Meets 6-8:30 p.m. Ages 4-12. Free. 248-9405. yakimatbc.org

WEST SIDE BAPTIST CHURCH | 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima. “Galilee By-the-Sea.” Meets 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 4 years-fifth grade. Free. 965-2800; 307-3761. westsidechurch.info

Overnight Camps

CAMP DUDLEY
Sleep in bunks, sing, swim and participate in other traditional camp activities at the Yakima Family YMCA’s camp on Clear Lake, near White Pass. A variety of sessions offered for kids ages 5-15, with a special backpacking trip for teens ages 13-17 the week of Aug. 3.
DETAILS: Mini-sessions offered June 29-July 1 (ages 8-10) and July 1-3 (ages 5-7). Regular sessions begin each week, July 6-Aug. 10; themes and ages vary. Cost: $275-$297; multi-week discounts and scholarships available.
CONTACT: Matt Rusch, 972-5271; yakimaymca.org

CAMP PRIME TIME
Children who are seriously ill or disabled can enjoy nature and outdoor activities at this free summer camp, especially for families with special needs. Enjoy boating, fishing and stories around the campfire in an accessible, rustic setting.
DETAILS: Groups and individual families can reserve space at this camp, located on Clear Lake near White Pass. Expect a waiting list; priority is given to children with especially serious or life-threatening illnesses.
CONTACT: 248-2854; campprimetime.org

CAMP ROGANUNDA
Camp Fire USA’s overnight camp on Chinook Pass helps boys and girls “Reach for the Stars,” developing leadership skills while participating in classic camp activities, such as swimming and archery.
DETAILS: Girls’ camp, July 6-12. Co-ed camps throughout the summer, June 29-Aug. 9. Ages 5-15. Cost: $225 for four-night mini sessions (recommended for ages 5-6), $325 for six nights. Additional fees for some activities, including horseback rides.
CONTACT: 453-9151; yakima-campfire.com

CAMP WAHOO
Tweens and teens can learn the ropes of living in the wilderness at this horse camp near Cle Elem. Campers will care for their camp horse, cook with a Dutch oven and learn survival skills.
DETAILS: All-girls and coed sessions, June 29-Aug. 29. Ages 10-16. Cost: $805-$975. Special family rides available to former campers.
CONTACT: 888-235-0111; campwahoo.com

COLUMBIA GORGE SCHOOL OF THEATRE
Expect some drama at this White Salmon residential camp for young thespians, ages 8-18. Professional instructors lead daily classes on acting, singing, dance and other subjects associated with show biz.
DETAILS: No experience necessary. One- to six-week sessions held throughout the summer, June 30-Aug. 10. Cost: Up to $800 per week; significant savings for early registration. Some scholarships available.
CONTACT: 509-493-1213; theatrecamp.com

CYBERCAMPS ACADEMY
Techies, this program claims it’s not your typical computer camp. Kids ages 10-17 can specialize in Web design, game design or programming, but the camp also promises a healthy dose of outdoor activities, including games of laser tag and capture the flag, and other “responsible frolicking.”
DETAILS: Sessions begin weekly, June 23-Aug. 11. Held at the University of Washington in Seattle. Cost: $947.
CONTACT: 888-904-2267; cybercamps.com

GHORMLEY MEADOW CHRISTIAN CAMP
Campers will investigate the “Mystery” of the Gospel at this faith-based summer camp on Rimrock Lake. Visiting detectives will help campers analyze evidence and clues. Outdoor activities include canoeing and sliding on a zipline.
DETAILS: Affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Yakima. Various sessions throughout the summer for campers in grades 2-12. Cost: $155-$330. A Water Adventure Camp (coed, grades 9-13, Aug. 3-9) includes a two-day trip to Hood River, Ore. Cost: $425.
CONTACT: 672-4311; ghormleymeadow.org

LAZY F CAMP
Enjoy the great outdoors at this faith-based camp in the Manastash Canyon near Ellensburg. Activities include tubing in the creek, hiking, skits and other classic camp fun.
DETAILS: Affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Various sessions offered for students in grades K-13. Cost: $150-$535 per session, tiered pricing.
CONTACT: 509-962-2780; lazyfcamp.org

NORTHWEST MINISTRY NETWORK KIDS’ CAMP 2008
Students entering grades 3-7 can join the “Ultimate Expedition” at this faith-based summer camp on Silver Lake. Traditional camp activities include swimming, foosball tournaments and Frisbee.
DETAILS: Affiliated with Yakima’s Stone Church Assembly of God. July 28-Aug. 1. Cost: $195. Register by June 20.
CONTACT: Shannon Bowen, 575-3720.
OPERATION PURPLE
Free summer camps for military kids with parents who have been or will be deployed. Campers enjoy a week of fun and adventure with a focus on learning coping skills to better deal with a parent’s deployment.
DETAILS: Organized by the National Military Family Association, Operation Purple offers 100 weeks of camps nationwide. Deadline to register is typically early May.
CONTACT: 800-260-0218; operationpurple.org

SPACE CAMP
Experience weightlessness and sample space food at this overnight camp for budding astronauts. Programs offered for cadets ages 9-18 specialize in aviation, space or robotics.
DETAILS: Three- and six-day camps offered throughout the year. Other programs include parent/child camp (kids ages 7-12), and camps for adults, educators, and students with visual or hearing impairments. Located at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Ala.
CONTACT: 800-63-SPACE; spacecamp.com

TROLLBACKEN SWEDISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE CAMP
Release your inner Viking at this residential camp for kids ages 7-13 featuring Scandinavian crafts, food, dance and storytelling.
DETAILS: Aug. 18-23. Located at Menucha Retreat in Corbett, Ore., about an hour east of Portland. Cost: $350.
CONTACT: Tina Kreft-Tengblad, 503-296-4884; trollbacken.org

Day Camps

ART DAY CAMP
Crafty kids can explore mixed-media arts — including computer graphics, sculpture and painting — at this downtown studio. Short- and long-term projects offered, so students participating multiple weeks won’t need to repeat. Monthly themes explore theater, science and myths.
DETAILS: 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday. New sessions weekly, June 16-Aug. 18. Ages 6-18. Cost: $50; fee and registration due the week prior to camp. Red Art Gallery, 30 N. Third St., Yakima.
CONTACT: Mindy Clark, 469-2766.

CARROLL CHILDREN’S CENTER SUMMER DAY CAMP
This all-day program for school-aged kids includes trips to the library and pool, as well as crafts, science and dramatic activities arranged around weekly themes.
DETAILS: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays, June 16-Aug. 22. Open to students entering first grade through 12 years. Meets at Englewood Christian Church, 511 44th Ave., Yakima. Cost: $125 per week, includes lunch and snacks; family discount available. Preregistration required.
CONTACT: Carroll Children’s Center, 965-7104.

FREE SUMMER PLAYGROUNDS
Instead of staying home alone, kids ages 5-12 can play and make crafts with friends at this Yakima Parks program, which offers supervised activities at local parks.
DETAILS: Weekdays, June 16-July 30. Free; lunch provided. Locations: Milroy Park, N. 16th and Lincoln avenues (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.); Southeast Community Park, S. Eighth Street and Arlington (10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.); Kiwanis Park, Fair Avenue and E. Maple (10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.).
CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

KIDS SEWING CAMP
These three-day workshops will have you in stitches! Students ages 8-16 will practice basic sewing techniques using sewing machines, sergers and embroidery machines.
DETAILS: Several camps offered in July and August. Call for details. B & C Sewing & Vacuum Center, 613 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima.
CONTACT: 453-8301.

READING & SPELLING CAMP
Tackle phonics, spelling and penmanship at this private summer school for students in grades 2-12. After 11 years in Tri-Cities, this program organized by the Writing Road Connection is new to Yakima this year. All skill levels welcome.
DETAILS: Weekday mornings, July 7-Aug. 1; meets at Yakima Adventist Christian School, 1200 City Reservoir Road in Naches Heights. Cost: $360 per student; materials $60 per family. Register by June 25.
CONTACT: Verlene Hartwig, 829-6224.

SHAKESPEARE CAMP FOR KIDS
This performance-based workshop will help students decipher Elizabethan language and appreciate the complexity of Shakespeare’s characters and themes. They’ll hold an evening Shakespeare in the Park festival and receive awards for outstanding performances.
DETAILS: Dates not available at press time; call for more. Grades 4-12. Cost: $120. Allied Arts, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.
CONTACT: 966-0930.

SIMPLY SPANISH
Little amigos will have fun learning Español at this hands-on program led by a state-certified and licensed bilingual teacher. Vocabulary will focus on weekly themes such as colors, parts of the body and foods.
DETAILS: 9-11 a.m. Tuesdays-Thursdays, June 17-July 31. Sign up for one week or more. Ages 4-8 years. Cost: $60 weekly. Limited to five students per session. Meets in a West Valley home.
CONTACT: Tamara Thornell, 388-7434.

SUMMER IN THE PARK
School-age kids can enjoy games, crafts and other supervised activities at Selah’s Wixson Park. At 1 p.m., the pool opens next door.
DETAILS: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, June 16-July 24. Ages 6-12. Cost: $35-$47, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt. Register at the Selah Civic Center, 216 S. First St. Friday field trips available for extra fee.
CONTACT: Selah Parks, 698-7300.

TREK N TRAVEL TROLLEY
Young explorers can hit the road with this day-trippin’ tour bus exploring Washington locations, including Mount Rainier and the Moses Lake Aquatic Center.
DETAILS: Week-long sessions offered June 23-27, July 28-Aug. 1 and Aug. 11-15. Ages 8-12 years. Register early; space is extremely limited. Call for fees.
CONTACT: Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMP
Kids participating in this popular summer program will visit area parks and pools each day and take a major field trip each week.
DETAILS: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., June 16-Aug. 22. Ages 5 through fifth grade. Cost per week: $118 YMCA family members, $128 YMCA members, $145 program participants; bring a sack lunch. This program fills up; register as soon as possible. Meets at the Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave.
CONTACT: Mikeal Doyle, 972-5251; yakimaymca.org