SUMMER 2012 SPECIALTY CAMPS for youth
	• Canoe Camps	• Fly-fishing for Trout Camp
	• Kayak Camps	• Fly-fishing for Bass Camp
	• Wonderful Wetlands Camp	• Geo-caching Adventure Camp
	• Nature Art Camps	• Youth Martial Arts & Culture Camp
	• Time Travelers Camp	• Outdoor Explorer Camp
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Camp registrations opened on Feb. 1, 2012. If full, waitlists are available. REGISTRATION OPTIONS                           REGISTRATION POLICIES (Payments, Transfers, Refunds) Resident rates are available only to residents of State College Borough and the Townships of College, Ferguson, Harris and Patton. Proof of residency must be available at the time of registration, otherwise the Nonresident rate applies.
2012 DURATION  2012 SPECIALTY CAMP SCHEDULE Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 June 18-22 June 25 - 29 July 2-6 (omit Wed Jul 4) July 9-13 (Arts Fest Week) July 16-20 July 23-27 July 30-Aug 3 Aug 6-10 Full Day (8am-5pm) Kayak Camp #1 Prog # 33150 Fly Fishing for Trout Prog # 33136 Canoe Camp #1 Prog # 33146 Canoe Camp #2 Prog # 33147 Fly Fishing for Bass Prog # 33137   Kayak Camp #2 Prog # 33151 Wetlands Camp Prog # 33126 AM Only Nature Art Camp #1 Prog # 33155     Camp Bill Prog # 43662 Martial Arts Camp Prog # 43651 Time Travelers Camp Prog # 33170   Martial Arts Camp Prog # 43652 Martial Arts Camp Prog # 43650 Camp Bill Prog # 43660 PM Only Nature Art Camp #2 Prog # 33156     Outdoor Explorers Prog # 33165   GeoCaching Adventures Prog # 33160

CRPR Canoe Camps             for Youth Entering Grades 6-9

This week-long camp is designed for beginners to learn the exciting sport of paddling and canoeing. Techniques in recreational canoeing on flat and Class 1 & 2 moving water will be addressed during daily field trips to area waterways. Participants will enjoy being out on the water, learning paddling with their peers, and spending the week on the water! Both weeks of camp offer the same content. (A Swim Safety Evaluation must be scheduled for each camper prior to the start of camp.)  10 campers a week can be accommodated.

This (PDF) Health & Safety Form should be submitted to the CRPR office in advance of camp.

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CRPR Kayak Camps                for Youth Entering Grades 7-12

This week-long camp is designed for teens to learn paddling and kayaking skills. Participants will enjoy a week on the water while exploring different types of water environments and learning to paddle a kayak. Techniques in recreational paddling on flat and Class 1 & 2 moving water will be addressed during daily field trips to area waterways. Some experience is helpful. Both weeks of camp offer the same content. (A Swim Safety Evaluation must be scheduled for each camper prior to the start of camp.)  10 campers a week can be accommodated.

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Wonderful Wetlands Camp                   Entering Grades 1-5

This action packed, exciting camp offers nature explorations and hands-on learning mixed with fun games, creative crafts, and recreational activities while teaching about wetlands and the natural world. Children should dress for the weather and be prepared for this outdoor camp. Held at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center.

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“Nature Adventures”Art Camp            Entering Grades 6-12

This great camp is open to teens who wish to try various art mediums “en plein air” at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Campers will work with local artist Susan Nicholas Gephart to explore their artistic side while exploring the marsh. Susan believes in nurturing the “Artist’s Spirit” of the individual artist. Her love of the environmental is laced through her landscape paintings and shared in her teaching. Susan will share “tried and true” tips for “plein air” painting in the positive and enriching environment of Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Teens must be able to work independently and creatively and focus on both guided and free art activities for the four-hour period.  12 campers a session can be accommodated.

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CRPR and SCCTU Youth Fly Fishing for Trout Camp     Entering Grades 5-8

This exciting camp, offered in partnership with the Spring Creek Chapter of Trout Unlimited, is a great way for teens to learn the lifelong hobby of fly-fishing, casting, fly-tying, and more from local instructors and volunteers at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Camp includes hands-on instruction, field trips to local waterways and presentations by experienced local flyfishers. In addition to fly-fishing techniques, lessons will focus on water conservation, stream ethics and more! (A Swim Safety Evaluation must be scheduled for each camper prior to the start of camp.)  18 campers can be accommodated.

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CRPR Youth Fly Fishing for Bass Camp              Entering Grades 7-12

This great camp is a chance for young flyfishers to take the next step and learn about warm water species, fishing with warm water fly tackle, tying poppers and more! A full day experience that includes trips to local waterways. This camp is a great way for teens to learn the lifelong hobby of fly-fishing, casting, fly-tying, and more from local instructors and volunteers at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. (A Swim Safety Evaluation must be scheduled for each camper prior to the start of camp.) 10 campers can be accommodated.

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CRPR Geo-Caching Adventure Camp                      Entering Grades 6-8

This great summer camp is a fun way to learn about using both GPS devices and compasses to explore local parks and enjoy the active sport of Geo-caching!  Participants will learn basics about how to use a GPS unit, travel to find local geo-caches, and design/place their own temporary caches during camp.  10 campers can be accommodated.

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Outdoor Explorer Camp                                      Entering Grades 5-8

This action packed, exciting camp offers nature explorations and hands-on learning mixed with fun games and recreational activities while teaching about the natural world. Topics will include Leave No Trace, compass skills, how to pack a backpack, knot tying, weather reading and more! Activities will be held at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center with two day trips to local parks for hikes. Camp will not include climbing or other hazardous activities. Children should dress for the weather and be prepared for this outdoor camp. 10 campers can be accommodated.

Time Travelers Camp                           Entering Grades 5-8

This fun new camp will offer hands-on learning mixed with fun games, creative crafts, and recreational activities while teaching about the history of the area. Topics will include history of the area, archaeology and Native American discovery, plus day trips to local museums! Activities will be held at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center with two day trips. Children should dress for the weather and be prepared for this outdoor camp. 10 campers can be accommodated.

Youth Martial Arts & Culture Camp                   For Ages 5 & older

Take a week long educational trip into the world of Martial Arts & Culture. Campers will learn various techniques and dive into the history & culture of this amazing sport! Full of physically challenging and mentally stimulating material, this camp will be a part of your child’s summer that they will never forget. Offered in partnership with Titan Fitness Center. Participants may register for any number of weeks. 15 campers a week can be accommodated.

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“Camp Bill” Youth Theatre Camp (Shakespeare)      For Ages 8 - 12

Camp Bill is a unique theatre camp experience for youth ages 8-18. Campers will combine voice, Camp Bill is a unique theatre camp experience for youth ages 8-12. Campers will combine voice, movement, dance, puppetry, stage combat and text, as well as incorporate exercises used by the Royal Shakespeare Company. There will be a “share and tell” at the end of the session for an invited audience, as well as the incredible opportunity to develop and perform before the Nittany Valley Shakespeare Festival Production of “Twelfth Night” in August. No acting experience is necessary and all skill levels are welcome! Please visit www.ShakespeareFestival.us for more information. Offered in partnership with the Nittany Valley Shakespeare Festival. 20 campers a week can be accommodated.
Update 24 Apr 2012: These camps are currently full, but waitlists are available.

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Camp Policies and Information

INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

• Registration receipts (paper or electronic) will include additional details specific to each camp.
  
• A 2012 Health & Safety Form (PDF) is required for each camper.
• Youth Scholarship Info.

DAY CAMP REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY (for all camps)
• Program fees may not be prorated, refunded or credited based upon attendance.
• A $5 processing fee will be charged for each week that is cancelled.
• If a refund request is made 6 business days or more before the first day of camp, a full refund (less a $5 administrative processing fee) will be provided for the Camp.
• If a refund request is made 5 business days or less before the first day of camp, a full refund (less a $5 administrative processing fee) will be provided for the Camp ONLY IF a participant from the wait list can be placed in the reserved slot. If no replacement can be found, no refund can be provided.
• Transfers from one week to another or from one CRPR camp to another will only be made if an opening exists and a transfer request is received at the CRPR office at least 1 week prior to the start of the earliest week. A $5.00 Camp Transfer Fee will be charged (per child) for each session transfer.
• Camp registrations are not transferable to another individual.

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