Join the Montgomery Parks as we take to the road! Come with us as we explore the past around us. Experience the Underground Railroad Experience Trail at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park in Sandy Spring, or follow in the footsteps of a Union soldier along the Potomac. Find out what it was like to live on a farm years ago. Prepare to be inspired by Josiah Henson at the Josiah Henson Museum in Bethesda! Fee includes admission to all museums. [Fieldtrips subject to change]

Want to become an awesome camp counselor and earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours while learning? The first week of this two week program you will learn the basics in archaeological methods, get CPR/ First Aid Training, and practice creating and planning camp activities. The second week, you will dig into the real thing! You'll assist camp staff while you work with campers and have an opportunity to ask questions and get feedback in our counselors' afternoon roundtables.

2nd WEEK: June 24th - June 28th from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Calling all creative children who love to make art and don’t mind getting dirty! Explore the garden from an artist’s perspective through different artistic techniques and various media each day. From painting to gardening, campers will unleash their inner artists to craft works of art inspired by horticulture and nature.

Let us cultivate your children’s interest in the natural sciences with hands-on, inquiry based experiments and activities in a beautiful garden setting! Each day, campers will unlock the scientific mysteries found in the gardens through experiments, observations, games and more.

Take action and understand our impact on climate and the environment in this week-long camp. Each day will examine a different environmental issue through indoor and outdoor activities with a focus on actions you can take to make a positive change in the world around you. Campers will earn 10 SSL hours based on participation in the service component each day.

Join us for our first action and service camp! Campers can earn service hours while making friends, learning new skills, all while having fun. We’ll kayak around the lakeshore picking up trash as we go, brainstorm ideas and make improvements to our Nature Play Spaces, and work on other projects in Parks. Campers will also meet park staff from Pope Farm, Community Gardens, and other park units, learning about their jobs, and how they are working to improve Parks and our local environment. This is an awesome opportunity to give back to your community while having fun and practicing your stewardship skills. FOBH $295

THIS CAMP IS FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR ADULT GUARDIAN. Hand in hand, adults and children will explore, laugh, play, and learn about the natural world. Arts and crafts, hikes, and story times will keep adults and children busy. Whether it’s a messy moment or animal movement warm-up, you and your little one will enjoy this introduction to nature summer camp!

Your camper will enjoy exploring and investigating the outdoors through hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and group games at Brookside Nature Center. Each day campers will explore a different nature theme and aspect of Wheaton Regional Park on our mission to become life-long nature enthusiasts!

Prerequisite: Passed Youth Ice Skating 4. This camp will introduce figure skaters to a variety of types of figure skating. Skaters will work on freestyle skills (jumps and spins), beginning ice dance, moves in the field, synchronized skating, and choreography. It will be a great opportunity for skaters to try many new elements and types of skating! Camp is designed for skaters at the Youth 5 to Free Skate 3 levels. Please bring sneakers for off-ice workouts, snack, and a water bottle.

Skaters who participate in a Cabin John specialty hockey or figure skating camp in the morning may register and join the fun at our Summer Fun Ice Skating Camp in the afternoon! Campers will enjoy skating practice and games, outdoor activities, arts & crafts and more. Only open to campers registered for a hockey or figure skating camp in the corresponding morning. This camp will end at 5:00 pm. Please bring a non-perishable lunch (no nut products please), snacks and water bottle each day.

For kids who want to try golf but don't want to spend all day at it, this great combo camp is a 50/50 split that will keep them interested all day long. With the help of a Montgomery County Golf Academy instructor, all campers will practice putting, chipping, driving, and using irons and woods at the Driving Range, and then on Friday, we will go to a nearby golf course to play a round of 9 holes. Golf equipment will be provided to those who don't have their own golf clubs. Each camper will receive professional instruction, tees, and Golf balls. In the afternoon, full-day campers will participate in group activities such as field games (examples: soccer, basketball, kick ball, etc.), mini-golf, and water fun at the South Germantown Splash Park. Please note that all activities will be held outside, and can vary depending on the weather. Bring a non-perishable lunch and snack, water bottle, sunscreen, bathing suit, and towel. Fee covers instruction, tees, golf balls, and transportation to the golf course on Friday. Don't want full day camp? Sign up for half-day camp and concentrate on golf!

For kids who want to try golf but don't want to spend all day at it, this great camp will introduce them to the game with the help of a Montgomery County Golf Academy instructor. All campers will practice putting, chipping, driving, and using irons and woods at the Driving Range, and then on Friday, we will go to a nearby golf course to play a round of 9 holes. Golf equipment will be provided to those who don't have their own golf clubs. Each camper will receive professional instruction, tees, and Golf balls.

Take your game to the next level while making new friends in this fun, week-long (and air-conditioned) camp for kids ages 8 to 14. Campers will be divided by age and experience. Younger campers and beginners will enjoy games-based activities that teach the fundamentals: eye-hand coordination, movement, and basic tennis strokes plus parts of the court, scorekeeping, and etiquette. Older and more experienced players will be grouped to ensure they get a good challenge during drills and point play with peers while working to improve technique, consistency, and competitive strategy. There will be plenty of time for warm-ups, cardio, and cool down throughout the day, along with breaks for snacks and lunch plus some off-court fun. Totally Tennis campers will enjoy a positive learning environment that not only builds tennis skills, but also fosters teamwork, self-confidence, and sportsmanship. Fridays at Totally Tennis will finish with a mini tournament featuring match play and large group games adapted for all ages and levels. Sneakers and comfortable clothing are a must. If you need to borrow a racquet, we are happy to loan you one. Please bring a non-perishable lunch (peanut free due to allergies), a refillable water bottle, and snacks to last for a full day of camp.

Cool down this summer at Wheaton Ice Arena! This full-day camp is for all, from absolute beginners to up-and-coming ice skating stars. Campers will skate twice every day in the morning and afternoon including a 30 minute ice skating lesson taught by a professional instructor and ice time during the public session to practice the skills learned. Lesson groups will be divided based on age and skating ability and skaters will be evaluated at the end of the week to determine their current skating level. We'll also do lots of fun indoor and outdoor off-ice activities, including stretching and fun fitness activities! Please bring comfortable athletic shoes, a non-perishable lunch (no nut products please), snack and water bottle each day. Rental skates will be provided, if needed.

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 2 or equivalent. If your child loves hockey, why not treat them to a week long hockey camp! This camp will focus on improving individual player skills and teaching game concepts. Skaters will have stations on skating, stick handling, shooting, passing as well as games to improve team play and strategy. Each camper will receive a hockey jersey and will be assigned to groups according to skill level. Full hockey gear is required for camp including a mouth guard. Rental skates are available for use during camp. Please bring athletic shoes for off-ice workouts, snacks, and a water bottle.

Passed Youth Ice Skating 5. This camp will teach skaters how to express emotion and exhibit true artistry on the ice and provide an exciting performance opportunity. Throughout the week, skaters will work on music interpretation, choreography, and rehearse for the end of the week performance. Please bring sneakers for off-ice workouts, snack, and a water bottle.

Prerequisite: Passed Youth Ice Skating 4. Develop and improve your short track technique and racing skills in this speed skating clinic. Aspiring and current skaters will receive daily on ice training to improve skills, stamina, and strength with a professional US Speed Skating Coach. This half-day clinic also includes dryland training and conditioning to maximize the skaters development.

Skaters who participate in a Wheaton specialty hockey or figure skating camp in the morning may register and join the fun at our Cool Fun Ice Skating Camp in the afternoon! Campers will enjoy skating practice and games, outdoor activities, arts & crafts and more. Only open to campers registered for a hockey or figure skating camp in the corresponding morning. This camp will end at 5:00 pm. Please bring a non-perishable lunch (no nut products please), snacks and water bottle each day.

Join us this summer at the Wheaton Sports Pavilion for the camp of a lifetime! Each day, campers will enjoy the freedom of the outdoors by taking nature walks through the beautiful areas of Wheaton Regional Park. During the week, campers will participate in Public Skate Sessions at the Wheaton Ice Arena, enjoy fun scavenger hunts, ride on the Miniature Train and Carousel, and even take a field trip to the South Germantown Splash Park (weather permitting of course!). Campers will participate in traditional camp games and activities. Campers will be extremely active so plan to wear your most comfortable walking or athletic shoes!