2013 Decatur Park District Day Camp Booklet

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4th of July Activities at Nelson ParkOn Thursday, July 4, enjoy a family-friendly Independence Day celebration at Nelson Park, with the Staley Firecracker Road Run, concerts by the Decatur Park Singers and Young Park Singers, Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car Show, and a spectacular fireworks display!

Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car ShowJuly 4 w 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. w Nelson ParkNelson Park will be filled with all makes and models of cars in the 3rd Annual Richie Hammel Fore on the Floor Car Show, which memorializes Decatur’s golf legend Richie Hammel. All proceeds benefit the Decatur Chapter of First Tee Golf. For sponsorship information or registration details, please call 422-5911.

Decatur Park District ScholarshipsFun for All ScholarshipsThe Decatur Park District recognizes that financial assistance may be required for some individuals to participate in Park District programs. A Fun for All financial assistance program has been established for Decatur residents. Eligibility is based upon family size and income level and is awarded without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability or national origin. For more information, call Becky Newton 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. 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. Limited scholarships are available. Call Kathy Winter at 421-7435 for details.

Entertainment in Your Backyard!Head out to your neighborhood park for summer concerts and movies presented by the Decatur Park District! All Park Singers concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and movies begin at 8:30 p.m. For changes or cancel-lations due to inclement weather, visit decatur-parks.org.

Decatur Park Singers Concerts in the ParksSaturday, June 15 Millikin Homestead Tuesday, June 18 MonroeTuesday, June 25 Hess ParkWednesday, June 26 Kiwanis Thursday, July 4 Nelson ParkTuesday, July 9 Oak GroveWednesday, July 10 South Shores Friday, July 12 Sounds of Summer Saturday, July 13 FairviewWednesday, July 17 SinawikMonday, July 29 Mueller Wednesday, July 31 CresthavenTuesday, August 6 Fairview Lantern Parade

Movies in the Parks (on the HUGE inflatable screen!)Wednesday, June 26 Kiwanis Wednesday, July 10 South Shores Saturday, July 13 FairviewWednesday, July 17 Sinawik

Summer Activities

Join us for summer fun!

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Camp Dates: May 28 - August 16Camp Times: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Spectacular Day Camp Daily Activities6:30 - 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 Group #1 & #2 Group Games & Activities Group #3 & #4Tuesday/Thursday Swimming Group #3 & #4 Group Games & Activities Group #1 & #2Friday Field Trip (schedule will vary)3 - 3:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday Prepare to return to DISC & camp snackFriday Leave field trip location to return to DISC3:30 - 5 p.m. Group games5 - 6 p.m. Free play

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 Boot Camp Day, Ice Cream Sundae Day, Wild West Day, Christmas in July, Willy Wonka Day, and Halloween in July! Join us!

This summer, spend time with your friends at the DISC’s activity-filled camp that combines nature, recreation and sports! Designed for youth aged 5 - 11, Spectacular Summer Day Camp helps you develop new skills while playing sports, taking field trips, and participating in fun activities.

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

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, First Tee golf, swim lessons, B.O.S.S., Greater Decatur Youth Band, and Greater Decatur 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, www.decatur-parks.org.

Dance & Drama CampJune 21 - July 17Take 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, modern, and theatre classes will be offered in 4-week sessions. For more information, call Ms. Megan at 421-6648, ext. 3.

Junior Park Singers CampJuly 22 - 29Sing and dance with the Decatur Park Singers! Participants in grades 1st - 7th will learn choreography and lyrics to perform on stage at the Park Singers concert at Mueller Park on July 29! Sign up online at www.decatur-parks.org or call 429-3472.

Swim LessonsThe Decatur Park District offers swim 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 RegisterSession 1-A M/W 6/3 - 6/26 3/15 - 5/31Session 1-B T/Th 6/4 - 6/27 3/15 - 5/31Session 2-A M/W 7/1 - 7/24 6/25 - 6/28Session 2-B T/Th 7/2 - 7/30 6/20 - 7/1

Greater Decatur Summer StringsJune 3 - 28If you’re looking for top-notch orchestra instruction, join the Greater Decatur 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 meet Monday - Thursday.

Greater Decatur Youth BandJune 5 - August 3Students in grades 5 - 10 can tune up with friends in the Greater Decatur Youth Band. This program is designed for instrumentalists who are looking for superior summer instruction and a chance to perform at various special events. Dr. Gary Shaw, Millikin University Director of Bands, directs.

Best of Summer Stock (B.O.S.S.)June 17 - July 28Participants 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 7.

Free Preview PerformanceJuly 12 at noon in Central Park

2013 B.O.S.S. PerformancesB.O.S.S., Jr. - Disney’s The Aristocats KIDSJuly 26 at 7 p.m. July 27 at 2 p.m.

Tickets for B.O.S.S. performances may be purchased starting July 1 at the Park District office (620 E. Riverside) or online (decatur-parks.org). Cost is just $7.00 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. - TBAJuly 27 at 7 p.m. July 28 at 2 p.m.

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

Zoo CampsZoo KidsIn this exciting week-long educational program, at Scovill Zoo, children (aged 7 - 8) will explore the five senses and learn how animals use each to survive.

Zoo CampA week-long adventure awaits you! Kids aged 9 - 10 will explore the importance of food webs to all ecosystems.

Zoo CrewZoo Crew is a hands-on educational experience that involves classroom instruction, interaction with ani-mals, and time outdoors. Participants (aged 11 - 13) will learn about unique animals and zoo ecology.

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

First Tee GolfLearn life lessons through the game of golf with the nationally acclaimed First Tee program!

• Golf lessons from Park District PGA professionals• Reduced greens fees and driving range use• Leadership training and skills development

First Tee Golf CampJune 3 - 6, 8:45 - 11 a.m.Get into the swing of golf with this 4-day, week-long camp! Beginners focus on co-ordination, 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.

First Tee Junior GolfJune 11 - August 19 - 10:30 a.m. Interactive classes with Park District golf pros are designed to help kids with their form and fundamentals.

TennisTen and Under Tennis with USTAJune 4 - July 23 or June 6 - July 25Ten and Under will divide courts into segments and allow youth aged 6 - 10 to use smaller areas, smaller nets, and youth-friendly racquets.

Beginner TennisJune 3 - July 24This 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 3 - July 24Teens (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

June

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

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Flag Football&

Newspaper Hats

Volcanos &

Rock Wall

Boot Camp Day

(Wear camo)

Community Service Project

Bowling (Bring socks)

Capture the Flag &

Sun Catchers

Silly Putty Flubber

&Fishing

Dr. Seuss Day

Library(Bring your library card)

&Cooking Project

Zoo

Basketball &

Tie Dying(Bring a white shirt to dye)

Playdoh, Slime&

Hiking

Dance Party(Bring your favorite CD)


Children’s Museum

&Garcia’s Pizza

Kickball &

Recycled Crafts

Rocket Balloons, Pop Rockets

& Fishing

Icky Sticky Ooey Gooey

Day

Library(Bring your library card)

& Cooking Project

Roller Skating(Bring socks)

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Soccer &

Friendship Bracelets

Eggs-periments&

Rock Wall

Campers’ Choice

Camp ClosedBloomington

Pool

DISC Golf&

Fuse Beads

Lemon Experiments

& Fishing

Ice CreamSundaes

(Bring a topping to share)


Putt Putt Golf

Fitness Skillastics

& Bumper Stickers

Lip Gloss,Marble Garble

Science &

Hiking

Wild West

Library(Bring your own

library card) &

Cooking Project

Rock Springs(Wear socks and

tennis shoes)

Capture the Flag

Elephant’s Toothache

Science&

Fishing

Slumber Party(Wear PJ’s)

Christmas in July

(Bring a canned good to donate)

Camp Cook Out

Baseball&

Paper Crafts

Soup Souffle&

Hiking

Halloween in July

(Bring a costume)

Camp Calendar - July

July


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Camp Calendar - August

August

$35 per day ($30 with resident discount)$142 per week ($122 with resident discount)

Note: Fee includes field trips. Meals are not included; please bring a sack lunch. 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.



Field Trip

Baseball&

Designer Projects

Lava Lamps,Liquid Layers

&Rock Wall

Camp Carnival

Readers & Writers Camp

& Cooking

Camp

Field Trip

Dodgeball &

Lana’s Cake Walk

Mad Science&

Rock Wall

Willy Wonka Day

Campers’ Choice

Camp Awards

Registration 9

Registration FormFor daily or weekly registration, please select the dates you prefer. Day Camp prefix: #410007; Teen Club prefix: #420007. Registration begins May 1.

Week #1May 28May 29May 30May 31

Week #7July 8July 9July 10July 11July 12

Week #4June 17June 18June 19June 20June 21

Week #10July 29July 30July 31August 1August 2




Week #11August 5August 6August 7August 8August 9



Week #6July 1July 2July 3July 5

Week #12August 12August 13August 14August 15August 16

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Teenq 01q 02q 03q 04

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Teenq 54q 55q 56q 57q 58

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 or a fee of $10.00

must be added.

10 Registration Form

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) Class Code Class Name School Shirt

Size Fee

□M □F

□M □F

□M □F

□M □F

□M □F

□M □F

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:

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 that you look at your own insurance policy to be sure you are adequately covered. The Park District assumes no responsibility for personal injuries or loss of personal property.

11Paul’s & Dunn’s and Swimming

Join us for summer fun at Paul’s Puttin’ Place and Dunn’s Dugout! Perfect for family or church outings, date night – any occasion! Great birthday party packages are available, too! Call 429-7750 for party rates.

HoursSpring (April 20 - May 24) Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: noon - 9 p.m.Summer (May 25 - August 18) Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday: noon - 10 p.m. SpecialsThursdays 2 golfers for the price of 1 adultSundays Family Special (4 golfers for $10.00)

Special EventsMay 12 Moms golf for free with a paid childJune 16 Dads golf for free with a paid childJuly 4 2 golfers for the price of 1 adultSeptember 8 Grandparents golf free with a paid child

Paul’s & Dunn’s Teen Nights!June 7 & August 9, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Students in grades 6 - 12 will enjoy a fun-filled evening with snacks, pop and pizza, a DJ, and un-limited mini golf and batting cages. Price is $5/person (excluding concessions). Snacks, pop, and pizza will be available for an additional fee. Stu-dents must show school ID or be signed in by a parent. Pick-up is at 8:30 p.m.; for their safety, students will not be allowed to walk home without a parent note.

Paul’s Puttin’ Place& Dunn’s Dugout!

Pool Phone: 421-7431

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

6 - 8 a.m. Lap Swim(6/3 - 8/9)

Lap Swim(6/3 - 8/9)

Lap Swim(6/3 - 8/9)

9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Toddler Time(7/5 - 8/9)

Family Swim(6/1 - 8/10)

9:45 - 11:05 a.m. Swim Lessons Swim Lessons Swim Lessons Swim Lessons

noon - 2 p.m. Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim Open Swim

2:15 - 3:45 p.m.Family Swim

or Season PassFamily Swim




or Season Pass

Family Swim or Season Pass (2 - 4:45 p.m.)

Family Swim or Season Pass (2 - 4:45 p.m.)

4 - 5 p.m.Adult Swim or

Season PassAdult Swim or




Season Pass

5 - 6 p.m. Adult Swim or Season Pass

Adult Swim or Season Pass

5:45 - 7:05 p.m. Swim Lessons Swim Lessons Swim Lessons Swim LessonsRentals

(6 - 9 p.m.)Rentals

(6 - 9 p.m.)Rentals

(6 - 9 p.m.)7:15 - 9 p.m. RentalsLap Swim(6/4 - 8/6)

Rentals Family Swim(6/6 - 8/8)

2013 Summer Pool Schedule

Punch Cards - 10 visitsAdult Pass - $30.00 or Youth Pass - $25.00Great gift idea! Purchase at Paul’s/Dunn’s.

Documents

2013 Decatur Park District Day Camp Booklet