Our camp directory continues to grow as we update the listing. A comprehensive list is available below, enabling you to make the decision for your child’s camping experience easier than ever.

DAY CAMPS:
Almost Heaven Farm - 610-845-3442, Barto, PA for beginner to adult. Summer camp, horseback riding lessons – English & Western.

Bounce U – 717-838-0848, 318 Taxiway Dr., Annville (website: www.bouncu.com). Camp gives kids a daily balance of playtime and artistic expression, the perfect tandem for any growing imagination. It’s part inspiration, part perspiration, and a whole bunch of fun. In addition to bouncing, laughing, and exploring their inner artists, kids will enjoy an array of games and activities, plus lunch and snacks. Create and Bounce is a one-of-a-kind camp experience they’ll simply never forget. See ad on page 16.

Camp Invention – 1-800-968-4332, Inspire a passion for science in your child. Kids, ages 6-12 in grades 1-6 participate in 5 exciting, hands-on classes each day! Focus on invention, critical thinking skills, creative problem solving, and teamwork. Take things apart, create inventions, experiment with the science of superheroes, follow the trail of the Vikings to discover their treasure, and build a land sled to race in an X-treme obstacle course. A nationally-acclaimed science and creativity camp from the National Inventors Hall of Fame Foundation, presented by local teachers. Offered at 50+ sites in PA, including Boyertown, Douglasville and Lebanon. Colonial Sports Summer Day Camp - 610-777-9651, Rte. 724, Sinking Spring (website: chbsports.com (for ages 5-12 years. The proper balance of exercise, learning and fun in a safe, structured environment. Weekly field trips, swimming and park days. Large, air conditioned indoor sports and play area. Outdoor playground and pavillion. Themed activities each week. Easter Seals’ Camp Lily Too - 610-775-1431, 1040 Liggett Avenue, Reading, www.esep.easterseals.com, for ages 3-7 years. 1/2 Day Camp, June 15-July 2, 9 am-12 noon. Games, guests, water fun. (Also Special Needs Camp).

Happy Campers - 610-678-6590, 132 W. Wyomissing Blvd., West Lawn. Services provided by Sunshine and Stars Childcare and Youthwise, for ages 4-16 (13-16), ACA standards, CIT Program. Website: sunshineandstarschildcare.com. Real camping and outdoor experience at local camp site, not stuck inside a buiilding all day. Camp crafts, nature lore, swimming, cookouts, group sports. Additional field trips and educational activities. (Also residential).

History Day Camp at the Daniel Boone Homestead - 610-582-4900, 400 Daniel Boone Rd., Birdsboro. For ages 8-11 years. History Day Camp is a colonial adventure where kids will experience and learn what Daniel Boone did while he was growing up here. Each day of camp will cover a different theme of Daniel’s childhood life–from his chores to his free time, to his time in the great outdoors–and will feature many hands-on activities and demonstrations.

Heron Mead Farm Summer Horse Camps - for all levels and ages (5-18) 610-488-8978 – located near Bernville and Blue Marsh Lake. Campers enjoy learning about the world of horses and developing the lifelong skills of riding and horsemanship. With 20+ years of experience teaching horsemanship through lesson and camp programs, our former students include successful show riders through national levels, professional instructors and trainers, vet school graduates and many more who simply enjoy riding for pleasure. (www.heronmeadfarm.com).
Irish Creek Stables Summer Day Camp - 610-926-1261, Mohrsville. Appropriate for ages 6-15 years. Campers will enjoy a full day of horse-related activities. Paired with an Irish Creek Camp horse, each student will learn basic riding skills at the walk & trot. Games & crafts are also offered on a daily basis. Each week ends with a “camp horse show.” If you want to have a great time learning to ride, Irish Creek is the place to be.

Kenbrook Bible Camp – 717-865-4547, 190 Pine Meadow Road, Lebanon, www.kenbrook.org. Summer just wouldn’t be the same without a great summer camp experience. Ad on page 12.

Ozzy’s Family Fun Center - 610-926-6162, 5411 Pottsville Pike, Leesport, www.playozzys.com, for ages 5-12 years. Ozzy’s Summer Day Camp is hailed by all its participants as “the best summer camp in the world.” Great staff, great weekly themes, swimming, field trips and a giant 10-acre property with 80,000 sq. ft. under roof for a great time, rain or shine.

Penn State Middle School Camps - 610-396-6225, www.berks.psu.edu/ce. Explore your options – learn about our environment through hands-on activities, using Knex’s and other materials, learn basic engineering principles, actively participate in makiing a video production and other imagery or choose the world of Harry Potter and learn basic science principles and participate in related games and crafts.

Riverview Christian “Kids Camp” - 610-921-0285, Reading. Summer “Kids Camp” 2009, for ages 5-13 years. June 8-August 14, 9 am-4 pm with before and after care available. Kindergarten - 7th grade. Come one week or attend all 10 weeks. Bible adventures, music, art, drama, nature, field trips and fun!!!

Roving Nature Center Day Camps - 610-374-8839, Berks County Heritage Center, 1102 Red Bridge Rd., Reading, www.countyofberks.com/parks, for ages 4-9 years. These 1/2 day camp sessions offer children an opportunity to experience the natural features and habitats of our park through interactive games, stories, hikes, crafts, projects and special investigations.

Spring Valley Day Camp - 610-678-0484, 4920 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, www.svathleticclub.com, ages 5-12 years. Spring Valley provides the best way for active kids to spend the summer. Weekly themes, weekly field trips and two days of swimming! The best way for your 5-12 year old to spend the summer.
Summer Adventure – 610-376-2100, Bozy Zone, 3103 Paper Mill Rd., Wyomissing. Full or 1/2-day–ages 6-13; 1/2-day– ages 3-5. Swimming, ice skating, arts, crafts, field trips more.

Summer Day Camp Albright College - 610-921-9324, 3040 Kutztown Rd., Reading. Appropriate for ages 6-12 years. Activities include cooking, water day, special visitors, science & nature, arts & crafts and much more! For enrollment information call!

Summer Day Camp at Creative Beginnings - 610-375-9080, 2390 Bernville Road, Reading. For ages 6-12 years. Activities include arts & crafts, science, & nature, special visitors, water day, cooking, and much more! For enrollment information call.
Valley Mist Farm – 484-824-1110, 125 Boyer Rd., Oley, for ages 3-16 years. Daily riding lessons, arts & crafts, trail rides, plus much more.

RESIDENTIAL & DAY CAMPS AND SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPS:
Camp Adahi – 610-856-7250, Mohnton, www.campfireadahi.org. Award-winning family services. Nearly a century of experience in youth development. Greatest rates in Berks! Meals included. Open house on April 26, 1-3 pm.

Camp Manatawny – 610-689-0173, 33 Camp Rd., Douglassville. Week-long program in a beautiful Mana-tawny Creek setting for school age grades 1-12. We exist to provide a wholesome, enjoyable experience to help young people spiritually, mentally, physically and socially with Jesus. (Also General Interest Day Camp).

Aaron’s Acres - 717-917-6101, www.aaronsacres.org, for ages 5-21 years. Comprehensive and structured program that focuses on communication and socialization of children with developmental disabilities. Profes-sional staff includes social workers, special education teachers, nurses, music therapists, and occupational therapists. A staff-to-child ratio of one on one or one to two. Camps held at Schuylkill Valley Elementary School, Lancaster and Harrisburg Jewish Community Centers.

DDS Summer Stars Day Camp – 717-274-3493, 1126 Walnut St., Lebanon, www.ddslebanon.org. Appropriate for ages 4 and up. Developmental & Disability Services of Lebanon Valley is offering day camps for the summer. This is an inclusive program to serve children of all abilities. Day camps will include a wide range of activities & day trips. See ad on page 18.

Gretna Glen Camp & Retreat Center – 717-273-6525, 87 Old Mine Road, Lebanon, www.gretnaglen.org. We offer both residential & day camps for general interest, sport and art/music. Appropriate for ages 4 & up. Our mission is to share the joy of knowing and following Jesus Christ. Ad on page 5.

SPECIALTY CAMPS
Chess Camp – 888-65-CHESS. Three locations & dates: Wyndcroft School, Pottstown, June 15-19; Springside School, Philadelphia, June 29-July 2; Harrisburg Academy, Harrisburg, July 6-10. Chess is a great way to hone strategic thinking skills! Morning, afternoon & all-day sessions are available. Anyone (co-ed ages 5-16 yrs.) including beginners are welcome. Group & sibling discounts available. Register at www.chesscamp.com.

Computer Animation Story Camp – 1-888-652-4377, www.gamebuildercamp.com. In Pottstown Wyndcroft School: 6/15-6/19 & Philadelphia, Springside School: 6/29-7/2.
Gamebuilder Creation Camp – 888-652-4377.Wyndcroft School, Pottstown, June 15-19; Springside School, Philadelphia, June 29-July 2; Harrisburg Academy, Harrisburg, July 6-July 10. We combine learning and fun and bring it to a whole new level. Your child (co-ed ages 5-16 yrs.) will actually design, develop and create a one-of-a-kind video game. Who thought learning could be this fun? Register online at www.gamebuildercamp.com/video.htm.

Goggle Works Center for the Arts – 610-374-4600, 201 Washington St., Reading, www.goggleworks.org. Ceramics, painting, drawing and more. Wyomissing Institute of the Arts – 610-376-1576, 1100 Belmont Ave., Wyomissing. For toddler to young adult: music, dance, theater, visual arts, literature. Preview camp on March 20, 4-7 pm.

Car Race Video Game Creation – 1-888-652-4377, www.gamebuildercamp.com, Philadelphia, Springside School: 6/29-7/2.

Gamebuilder Creation Camp – 888-652-4377.Wyndcroft School, Pottstown, June 15-19; Springside School, Philadelphia, June 29-July 2; Harrisburg Academy, Harrisburg, July 6-July 10. We combine learning and fun and bring it to a whole new level. Your child (co-ed ages 5-16 yrs.) will actually design, develop and create a one-of-a-kind video game. Who thought learning could be this fun? Register at
www.gamebuildercamp.com/video.htm.

Splat Studio Kid’s Art Camps - 717-679-4294, Paramount Sports Complex, 21 Landings Dr., Annville, www.splatstudio.net. Appropriate for ages 5-12. Spirited people learning artfulness together. Camps have been designed to provide children with a broad spectrum of quality creative opportunities. Kids can express their individual ideas through the use of unique materials & techniques. Open House on Sunday, May 3, 1-3 pm. Tuition discounts for summer camp at open house. See website for description of each camp. See ad on page 3.d on

Young Villagers Workshop – 717-949-2244, Alexander Schaeffer Farm, Historic Schaefferson. For children entering grades 4, 5, 6, & 7. July 27-30, 10 am-3 pm. Hands on experience learning the crafts of the 1700s; Fraktur, cooking over an open fire, horses, homemade ice cream, colonial games and toys, trapping, weaving & spinning wool. See ad on page 19.

SPORT CAMPS:
BNW Tennis Camps - 484-824-5029. Tennis Camps for junior players ages 7-15. Instructed by Brian Wardhammar, USPTA, BNW Tennis Service, Sinking Spring. Six weeks to choose from, beginning June 15. Camps held at Green Valley Counry Club. Call for registration form.

Dance Team Bootcamp - 610-207-4682 or 610-914-0713, 1037 A. MacArthur Rd., Reading (website academyofmovement.net), for ages 13-18. Pro staff from NBA dance team. You will learn 3 full routines with fresh choreography, plus talk to current pro dancers, ask them questions, and get advice. Performance showcase at the end of 3 day’s camp. Will receive a 2009 camp t-shirt, 3-days of lunch & 2009 camp CD.

Kids/Ladies Football Camps - 610-372-7277, Sovereign Center, Reading (website: expressindoorfootball.com) for kids ages 5, 6, 7 on March 28, 9 am-12 pm; for kids ages 8, 9, 10 on April 11, 9 am-12 pm; for Ladies on May 9, 9 am-12 pm.
Movement Mania Camp - 610-914-0713 or 610-207-4682, 1037 A. MacArthur Rd., Reading (website academyofmovement.net), for ages 5-12. Learn exciting cheers, dance to hip hop and your favorite tunes. All dancers receive 2009 camp CD & t-shirt. Camp will culminate in performance showcase for parents.

Rage Soccer Camp - 828-308-7562, Berks County, for ages 4-18. The Rage Soccer Club offers a variety of camps for players and teams of all levels and abilities. Camps are run by licensed and professional Rage Soccer coaches and PDL players. For additional information on any camp and to register, go to www.bsarage.com for registration or contact Ged Quinn at gquinn@bsarage.com.

Martial Arts Summer Camp - 717-272-9890 www.liks.net, at Lebanon Isshinryu Karate School Inc., Quentin Circle, 970 Isabel Drive, Lebanon. Ad on page 22.