Summer Camps

 

CAMP STRUCTURE

 

Half and full-day camp options are available. Half day camp schedule is 7:30am – noon or 12:45pm – 5:15pm, full-day camp schedule 7:30am – 5:15pm. Campus Recreation will not provide snacks or lunch to campers. Half-day campers must bring a snack every day, full-day campers two snacks and a brown bag lunch every day.

 

CAMP DESCRIPTIONS

 

Mountain Lion Adventures (ages 5 and up)

This half- or full-day camp option allows children to develop physical and social skills by participating in a variety of activities and organized sports. Daily activities include swimming, climbing, arts and crafts, teambuilding games and a theme-based educational session. The focus is on fun and entertainment in a non-competitive environment. Half-day campers must bring a snack every day, full-day campers two snacks and a brown bag lunch every day.

 

Mountain Lions in Motion (ages 5 and up)

This half- of full day camp option’s focus is fitness and wellness, incorporating structured physical activity, mind/body, aquatic and nutrition-based programs and educational sessions. Daily activities include swimming, arts and crafts, teambuilding games and a nutrition-based educational session. Fitness-based programs and activities offered throughout the week include yoga for kids, kickboxing, aqua running, Zumba® and a variety of challenge courses. Half-day campers must bring a snack every day, full-day campers two snacks and a brown bag lunch every day.

 

Outdoor Exploration (ages 10 and up)

Hike, bike and explore the great outdoors during this full-day camp designed to provide campers with experience in safely enjoying the natural beauty of Colorado while providing education about the plants, animals, weather and other elements that shape the landscape. A field trip to a local natural area or wildlife center will add to the experience of the week. Outdoor Exploration campers must bring two snacks and a brown bag lunch every day.   

 

CAMP DATES

 

June 10 – 14:      Mountain Lion Adventures

June 10 – 14:      Mountain Lions in Motion

 

June 24 – 28:      Outdoor Exploration

 

July 15 – 19:        Mountain Lion Adventures

July 15 – 19:        Mountain Lions in Motion

 

July 29 – Aug 2: Mountain Lion Adventures

July 29 – Aug 2: Mountain Lions in Motion

 

CAMP SCHEDULE

 

7:30am                 Child drop-off and free play

8:00am                 Structured camp activities and sessions start

10:15am               Snack

Noon                     Morning half-day campers parent pick-up starts

12:15pm               Morning half-day camps end. Full-day campers lunch

12:20pm               Late pick-up policy enforced

12:30pm               Afternoon half-day camps parent drop-off starts

12:45pm               Structured camp activities and sessions start for full-day and afternoon half-day campers

3:00pm                 Snack

5:00pm                 Parent pick-up starts

5:15pm                 Camp day officially ends

5:20pm                 Late pick-up policy enforced      

 

 

CAMPUS RECREATION SUMMER CAMP POLICIES

 

Registration confirmation. Campus Recreation summer camp staff will confirm registration by contacting parents individually via e-mail. Both the "registration form" and "waiver" have to be filled out for registration to be considered completed.

 

Camp cancellation policy. If the minimum number of camp registrations has not been met, Campus Recreation reserves the right to cancel camp. Parents will be informed of the cancellation via e-mail the Tuesday prior to the first day of camp.

 

Camp change requests. Camp change requests must be made via e-mail, at latest, one week prior to the camp’s start. A $15 administrative fee will be charged in the case of camp change requests. Contact  Annette Biggs, Associate Director at abiggs @ uccs.edu

 

Refund policy. If Campus Recreation cancels a camp due to low registration numbers, a full refund will be issued. Other refund requests, subject to administrative costs, will be handled on an individual basis. Contact Annette Biggs, Associate Director at abiggs @ uccs.edu

 

Drop off and pick up times. The below are the only times parents or authorized parties can drop off or pick up campers. Special requests must be submitted, in writing, 24 hours prior to the requested time to Annette Biggs at abiggs @ uccs.edu

 

Half-day morning and full-day campers drop-off:           7:30am – 8:00am

Half-day morning campers pick-up:                                Noon – 12:15pm

Half-day afternoon campers drop off:                            12:30pm – 12:45pm 

Half-day afternoon and full-day campers pick-up:          5:00pm – 5:15pm

 

Picture ID required. Only registered and authorized parents and parties can pick up and drop off campers. Government issued picture ID must be presented at the time of pick up or drop-off. No exceptions.

 

Inclement weather. Summer camp staff will move planned outside activities and sessions indoors in case of inclement weather. If field trips are affected by inclement weather and can no longer take place, comparable programs and activities are planned. Refunds will not be issued if field trips are canceled.

 

Late pick-up policy. The late pick-up policy is in effect 5 minutes following the conclusion of camp. A $1 fee will be charged for every minute authorized parent or party is late. Fees are payable immediately upon arrival at the camp location.

 

PARENT INFORMATION

 

Camp location. UCCS Recreation Center, 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO 80918

 

Parking. The parking lot adjacent to the UCCS Recreation Center, Lot 5, is a contract lot. It is monitored and ticketed by UCCS Public Safety. Parents and authorized parties must park in the designated parking spots labeled “Summer Camp Drop-off” only. Failure to do so may result in a ticket, for which Campus Recreation will not be held responsible.

 

Check-in and check-out. A staffed check-in table will be located at the entrance of the UCCS Recreation Center A valid, government-issued ID is required to pick up and drop off campers. No exceptions.

 

Bring the following every day:

Swim suit and towel

Snack(s): half-day campers one snack, full-day campers two snacks 

Lunch: full-day campers

Athletic clothing

Athletic, closed toe shoes 

Backpack with extra clothing

 

Do not bring:

Toys or personal sports equipment 

Any electronic devices, e.g. cell phones, iPods, DVD players, laptops, tablets, Nintendo, etc. 

Weapons or toy renderings of weapons

 

Our commitment to safety. All camp, activity, instructor and lifeguard staff are experienced and trained in delivering programs and services to children. All are certified in First Aid, CPR and AED.

 

Child health and wellness. In the event of any of the following, we ask that you not bring your child(ren) to camp: 

Fever of 100 Fahrenheit or higher 

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cold/flu symptoms 

Unexplained rash 

Lice 

Exposure to communicable disease

 

Special Accommodations. Please contact Annette Biggs, Associate Director at abiggs @ uccs.edu

 

CAMP PRICING

 

Half day camp, morning or afternoon   $90

Full-day camp                                       $180

 

CAMP REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT

 

Print and fill out both forms below, a separate set of forms for each child. The deadline for registration is May 8^th, 2013.

 

Summer Camp Registration Form

Summer Camp Waiver

 

Campus Recreation accepts cash, check and credit cards (Visa, Mastercard). Please write checks to “UCCS Campus Recreation”.

 

Submit registration form, waiver and payment by

 

Snail mail:

Summer Camp Registration

Attn: Annette Biggs

UCCS Recreation Center

1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

 

In-person:

UCCS Recreation Center

1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

 

EMPLOYMENT

 

Campus Recreation is currently seeking candidates for the position of summer camp mentor. Deadline to apply is March 6^th, 2013. Visit our employment page for more information.