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Sat, 7/12/2025
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Camp Invention Summer 2025
Camp Invention: National
Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available.
The Nuts and Bolts of Robots at Brentwood Parks and Recreation
Mad Science of St. Louis
Embark on a week of exhilarating robot exploration made just for kids! Get ready to be awed as we delve into the fascinating world of robotics. Get hands-on as you make gears and set things into motion. Unite as a team to craft your very own circuits, unveiling the intricate web of connections that power robots. Delve into the mesmerizing world of sensors and witness how robots use them to navigate and interact with their surroundings. Discover the countless roles robots play in our daily lives.
Mad Science Secret Agent Lab at St. Charles Community College
Mad Science of St. Louis
Ever dreamed of becoming a secret agent? We'll start with the basics: From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, campers have the opportunity to check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets like spy glasses! Step into the shoes of a detective as you uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis! Figure out the science of forensics in a hands-on look at crime scenes!
Mad Science Wings and Things - 5 Day - Full Day at The Center of Clayton
Mad Science of St. Louis
From the earliest flying machines to the first rocket flights, this week long, hands-on program will give children a bird's eye view of the history and science of flight. Your child will build many different flying devices and explore the science of aerodynamics and flight with the help of Newton's laws. We don't stop there, though, because we're heading out of the atmosphere with a look at rockets and our Galactic neighborhood!
Super Gross Science! at Community School
Mad Science of St. Louis
Miss Manners might not approve, but your child definitely will! Super Gross Science is a week of learning about our gross bodily functions. Burping, boogers, excrement, gas, saliva, germs and how our brain, cells, heart, organs and blood contribute. Entering K-5th. Program descriptions are based on a full day program. Half day programs will not include all activities listed.
Mad Inventors Camp! - 4 day - Full-Day at Lindbergh Summer Camp (Dressel Elementary School)
Mad Science of St. Louis
Creative Contraption Warning! This is a camp designed by you--the Inventor! Each day you'll be given a series of challenges which must be overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from the world of famous inventors, and the most important thing of all--your mind. With a little bit of ingenuity, you'll construct forts and then lay siege with a catapult, create a mini boat, and assemble a working light saber to take home.
Mad Science “Make It” Camp - Full-Day at Saint Louis University *FULL*
Mad Science of St. Louis
Roll up your sleeves, put on your maker's cap, and get ready to create! This is our most hands-on camp! Who can build the strongest bridge? Can your bridge withstand the shake rattle and roll challenge? Explore the world of birds and beasts. Discover what Hooty the owl had for dinner? Kids will dissect owl pellets and reconstruct Hooty’s dinner. Enter the Mad Science chemistry lab and mix, mash, and brew concoctions! Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, and simple machines!
Summer Break Climbing Camp
Upper Limits - Chesterfield
ROCK CLIMBING SUMMER CAMPS Upper Limits Summer Camps are created by climbers, for climbers. Five-day sessions start June 2nd, 2025, and are organized into two age groups. Choose between Half and Full day sessions. Be sure to act fast and save 10% if you book before March 31st!
Summer Camp at Miss Kelly's Gym - Now Enrolling!
Miss Kelly's - The Gym For Kids
Camps at Miss Kelly's Gym are a super fun way for kids ages 3-10 years to stay active (and cool) over the summer!
Summer Camp-Competitive Team Gymnastics-St. Louis Spirits Gymnastics Club
St. Louis Spirits Gymnastics Club
This summer, give your competitive gymnast the ultimate training experience at our Summer Gymnastics Camp—featuring special guest coach and former Olympian Terin Humphrey! Athletes will refine their skills, elevate their routines, and gain insight from an Olympic medalist, all in a high-energy, supportive environment. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to train with the best!
Forsyth Summer Discovery
Forsyth School
Forsyth Summer Discovery provides a balance of structure and age-appropriate freedom, offering children age 3 through Grade 7 a largely “unplugged” experience with a neighborhood feel.
Crayola® Artist’s Passport - 4 Day - 1/2 Day at Mehlville Summer Camp - Point Elementary
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis
Embark on an around-the-world cultural adventure - explore far-off places & learn about the people who live there, from the Americas to the Ivory Coast, from the cosmopolitan to the countryside. Experiment with Crayola® products, while trying art techniques developed by local artists and artisans. Make a different masterpiece each day, including a dot art canvas, a mud art painting on fabric, & an imperial Russian egg! Bring the unique creations home & build a globally-inspired art gallery.
Crayola® Legends and Lore - 5 Day Full Day Camp at New City School
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis
From sea creatures of the deep to phoenixes in the sky, every society has its legends and lore. We’ll tell their stories through paintings, sculptures and other works of art. Each day, kids learn about a different legend and create a unique art project based on that myth. These legends may inspire awe, curiosity or surprise, but they all inspire our imaginations! Let your imagination soar. Before-care (7 am - 9 am) and after-care (3 pm - 6 pm) is available for this camp
Crayola® World of Design Camp - 5 Day - Full Day at Faust Park
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis
Take a journey to the farthest reaches of the imagination while learning about the ocean, the rainforest, Mars, a futuristic city, and more! Use the design thinking process to solve real-world problems in these different environments. Experiment with Crayola® products and many art techniques like sculpting, storyboarding, collage, and mixed media. Discover design careers like graphic design, universal design, urban design, and product design. All this, plus games, creative free play, and more!
Crayola® Artblazers - 5 Day - Full Day at SLU
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy of St. Louis
History is full of revolutionary artists. Discover the inspiring artworks and artists who have changed the world of art, and the world as we know it - from Frida Kahlo’s self-portraits to Keith Haring’s street art. Experiment with art techniques, and use Crayola® art supplies to express your ideas. Design a different unique, artist-inspired creation each class. Create the change you want to see in the world!
STL Summer Sports Camps
MICDS
Stay active this summer at one of our high-energy STL Summer Sports Camps! Athletes train closely with local top-notch coaches and student-athletes. Campers focus on developing skills and improving technique.
Mario Brothers
Bricks 4 Kidz St Louis
In this interactive building summer camp, campers use LEGO bricks to build different characters from their favorite video games. Super Mario Bros! These games more come to life using our robotics, mosaics, and 3D art, all made out of bricks. Each day will be a new adventure as the virtual and LEGO world combine!
Camp Whitfield
The Whitfield School
Led by Whitfield faculty, staff, and alumni counselors, campers engage in hands-on activities, projects and experiments each day from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Before and aftercare available. Lunch is included!
Ryze Summer Adventure Camps
RYZE Adventure Park
St. Louis Summer Camps at RYZE Adventure will surely engage your child in an unforgettable experience!
MICDS Eliot Summer Academy
MICDS
Growth, learning, and fun don’t stop over the summer at MICDS. Eliot Summer Academy challenges middle and high school students with an array of opportunities. Academic and enrichment courses allow students to stretch their limits both in and out of the classroom.
ESNS Summer Camp
Ethical Society Nursery School
Seven weeks of fun summer camp, lots of outdoor play and great themes.
CURSIVE HANDWRITING + DRAWING AMERICAN HISTORY
Foundations Classical Academy
In this live online course, we improve our print and cursive handwriting through reading and writing about people and events from American history as well as drawing them. Why drawing? Drawing develops some of the same muscle groups used for handwriting. It's also lots of fun! Recommended for ages 11-18. An ADULT SECTION is also available (meeting time is different. It will start at 9:30 AM PST and end at 10:30 AM PST).
CMS Summer Composition Intensive
Community Music School of Webster University (CMS)
Develop your compositional voice and explore melody, harmony and orchestration with guidance from experienced composers. The camp concludes with each student’s original composition recorded by professional musicians - a lasting showcase! Must be able to read music and play an instrument or sing.
Sappington Child Care Center and Summer Day Camp 2025
Sappington Child Care Center
Summer day camp M-F, 6 to 6, full summer and weekly for first thru sixth grade. On-premises in-ground pool, swimming 2-3 times per day. Weekly field trips for additional fee. Special guests and activities.
MICDS Camp Pegasus
MICDS
Campers explore an array of exciting activities in the arts, sciences, technology, sports, and swimming to ensure their brains and bodies are actively engaged throughout the day. Caring instructors and counselors serve as positive role models and lead the way to fun new experiences! All programs are full-day with lunch included. Before and aftercare options are also available.
Ursuline Academy Cheer Camp | 3rd-8th Grade
Ursuline Academy Saint Louis
Participants will be broken up into groups based on age. Each group will learn a cheer routine including stunts, pyramid, jumps, tumbling, dance, and a cheer to be performed on the final day.
ADAPTED CLASSICS: The Iliad, The Odyssey, and Greek History (online camp in the liberal arts)
Foundations Classical Academy
The purpose of this live ONLINE course is to spark pre-teen/early teenage students' interest in reading classic books and to teach them to engage in Socratic discussion about themes, characters, plot, etc. We will also focus on history related to the stories. Our summer 2025 readings are selections from Homer’s The Iliad and The Odyssey. The cost is $150 for 22.5 hours of instruction June 16-Aug. 13, 2025.
Hazelwood Summer Day Camp 2025
City of Hazelwood Parks and Recreation
The Hazelwood Summer Day Camp program is a fun, educational program open to youth ages 6-11 in Hazelwood and St. Louis County. The program is available in week-long sessions for a total of eight weeks in June, July, and August.
Unleashing Potential Summer Camp at Immanuel UCC
Unleashing Potential
Get ready for adventure! From June 16-August 1, campers who have completed K-5th grade, will explore exciting destinations and topics with our "Summer Road Trip" theme. During camp, students will team up to build their own unique cardboard boats for our 2nd Cardboard Boat Regatta that will be held on Saturday, July 26 at 11AM.
Fun Ceramics Camps for Kids!
Wildwood Green Arts
Join us this summer for week-long ceramic camps designed for ages 7-15! Young artists will discover the essentials of ceramics while they create unique, fun projects to take home!
Ursuline Academy Tumbling Camp
Ursuline Academy Saint Louis
Participants will be broken into groups based on skill level. Each group will work on appropriate tumbling skills for their level. Campers will also learn partner acro tricks and cheer jumps.
Balls-n-Strikes Ballwin Summer Camp
Balls-n-Strikes Ballwin
Registration is now open for our Signature Program: Balls-n-Strikes Summer Camp! Join us for a week or more of taking your game to the next level. Players ages 5-12 will rotate through stations each day learning hitting, throwing, fielding, base running, agility and much more! Early registration rates now through April 15. To receive your multi-camp discounts, please call 636-394-2255 or mail in your registration.
Unleashing Potential Summer Camp at Hope United Church of Christ
Unleashing Potential
Get ready for adventure! From June 16-August 1, campers who have completed K-5th grade, will explore exciting destinations and topics with our "Summer Road Trip" theme. During camp, students will team up to build their own unique cardboard boats for our 2nd Cardboard Boat Regatta that will be held on Saturday, July 26 at 11AM.
SAINT LOUIS BALLET Storybook Camps and Summer Dance Intensive
Saint Louis Ballet
Elevate Your Dance Skills This Summer! Saint Louis Ballet, a trusted source for dance education, offers a variety of summer programs for all ages and skill levels. From magical Storybook Camps to our intensive training programs, we have something for every dancer. Join us and make this summer unforgettable!
Jr Robotics
Bricks 4 Kidz St Louis
How would you like to turn your next LEGO® creation into a robot, programmed to do exactly what you tell it to do? Join us for this fun robotic engineering camp where campers will build a new robot each day while learning programming on powerful software including LEGO® WeDo and Scratch programming platforms. This is a great camp to introduce students to the world of programming.
Camp Ben Frankel: First Session
Camp Ben Frankel
Camp Ben Frankel is a coed, overnight, non-denominational Jewish summer camp located two hours south of St. Louis, MO in Southern Illinois. We serve children entering 3rd through 12th grades (current 2nd-11th graders). We offer 100+ activities throughout the summer and campers are able to select their activities each week.
Little Dance Stars!
Mid-County Dance
An introduction to dance perfect for your little one!
Summer Camps at The Green Center
The Green Center
Spend the summer at one of The Green Center’s Nature Explorer Camps! Each camp will have students explore our prairie, forest, wetland, greenhouse and discovery garden outdoor classrooms.
YogiSmart Summer Camp
YogiSmart
Join us for a summer of joy, creativity, and mindful movement! YogiSmart makes yoga a playful adventure, blending yoga history, breath work, fun poses, and calming meditation with art, music, and games. Highlights: Playful yoga: animal poses, partner yoga, and yoga games. Nutrition fun: explore healthy snacks and habits. Creative crafts: yoga-inspired crafts and mindfulness jars.
STEAM In the Wild
Endangered Wolf Center
Join us for an unforgettable summer at the Endangered Wolf Center’s Wolf Camp! During this week-long, outdoor day camp, your child will learn about the fascinating biology, behavior, and ecology of wolves and foxes. Each day will be filled with interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and exciting outdoor games. We will explore the science behind wolf packs, their role in the ecosystem, and how they interact with other animals.
Minecraft Bricks
Bricks 4 Kidz St Louis
Join us to build lots of Minecraft characters out of LEGO bricks and play Minecraft. We will build different characters every day. Take home a mini creeper built from LEGOs.
Camp Ben Frankel: First Session
Camp Ben Frankel
Camp Ben Frankel is a coed, overnight, non-denominational Jewish summer camp located two hours south of St. Louis, MO in Southern Illinois. We serve children entering 3rd through 12th grades (current 2nd-11th graders). We offer 100+ activities throughout the summer and campers are able to select their activities each week.
CMS Summer Jazz Choir - NEW!
Community Music School of Webster University (CMS)
Explore the rhythm, harmony, melodies, and history of jazz by enrolling in our Summer Jazz Choir! Perfect for intermediate level vocalists ages 14 and up, this dynamic ensemble blends classic jazz standards with soul and pop styles. Under the guidance of Michael Engelhardt, you’ll explore advanced vocal techniques, the art of fine tuning, and even dip your toe into the pool of scat singing. Audition not required.
St. Louis Aquarium Foundation Camp Fins & Friends
St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Join us for our aquatic animal themed summer camp, Camp Fins & Friends, for kids ages 7-12! With the choice of five different themes across ten weeks of programming, campers will learn all about the plants and animals we share our planet with through games, conservation projects, animal experiences and more! Camp Fins & Friends features five unique session themes that rotate weekly to keep every new and returning camper engaged - we encourage campers to attend multiple sessions!
Scratch Ninja - Scratch Coding (Beginner to Advanced)
Create & Learn
Learn Scratch - the most popular kids coding platform, in small groups of 3-5 students. Create games, stories, animations and have fun!
Summer Break Climbing Camp
Upper Limits - Maryland Heights
ROCK CLIMBING SUMMER CAMPS Upper Limits Summer Camps are created by climbers, for climbers. Five-day sessions start June 2nd, 2025, and are organized into two age groups. Choose between Half and Full day sessions. Be sure to act fast and save 10% if you book before March 31st!
Camp Taum Sauk
Camp Taum Sauk - Lesterville
Our Goals is : To provide a memorable experience in a safe, nurturing, and cooperative atmosphere. To provide a safe environment where campers are encouraged to try new activities, foster friendships, and develop self-confidence. To help campers gain respect for others, the community, and the environment. To introduce campers to new experiences, activities, and places. To encourage campers to create lasting friendships.
A "WICKED" Summer of Dance!
Mid-County Dance
Join us for a summer full of Wicked fun! Dance and more based off the hit Broadway show and now box office hit musical "Wicked"!
Craft Alliance Summer Art Camps
Craft Alliance
Help your children, ages 7 to 18, ignite their creativity in our engaging art summer camps! Whether they’re experienced artists or just starting to explore, they’re sure to find the perfect fit in our clay, fibers, glass, metals, or print & paper studios.
St. Charles Community College Summer Camps
St. Charles Community College - Community Education
Immerse your child in a world of excitement, creativity, and friendship! Engaging and educational experiences in culinary arts, science & technology, robotics, performing arts, circus, visual arts, sports & games, literary and pop culture favorites, plus much more for campers ages 5-14.
Summer Camp 2025 Child of God
Child of God Lutheran School
Preschool age explores weekly themed activities, daily Jesus crafts, in house field trips, games, and water play. K-4th explores for the month of June a variety of mini camps such as soccer, dance, STEAM, and animals. July will be a themed splash-tastic water camp which includes: water experiments, outdoor water play, nature walks, and weekly water themed art projects!
Scratch Junior
Create & Learn
A fun ScratchJr coding class for kindergarteners and 1st graders.
Camp Manitowa 2025
Camp Manitowa
At Camp Manitowa our summer camp near St. Louis in Southern Illinois strive to provide campers an environment that fosters all the skills parents want their kids to develop early on in life. Our Rend Lake camp is a non-religions program that serves campers 2nd to 9th-grade. Kids gain independence, build self-esteem, and learn about cooperation and problem-solving, all while making new, lifelong friends. We offer a small community for campers so that they feel like they are part of the Manitowa family. By offering structured free choice activities, we encourage kids to feel a sense of belonging and control over their experience, which leaves them feeling empowered and able to learn and grow. View a typical day at Camp Manitowa and a map of the grounds. With so many water, art, sports, and nature activity options, campers will want to return to Manitowa for years to come. We serve campers from St. Louis, Indianapolis, Chicago, Kansas City, Louisville, Nashville, Knoxville, Denver, and the many communities of Southern and Central Illinois.
Art & Storytime for Elementary Kids
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
Even older kids love stories- just not baby stories! Popular stories, fun facts, making art, show and tell and more fun and interactive activities will keep your child engaged, and creating!
Summer Camp- Stacey's Gymnastics
Stacey's Gymnastics
Summer Camp 2025! Daily gymnastics, activities, and games with fun weekly themes. Students must bring a water bottle, sack lunch and snack daily. ATTIRE: Shorts, T-shirt and closed-toed shoes are suitable. A leotard is recommended for girls. Some activities may be unavailable to students with loose or baggy clothing for safety purposes.
Traditional Summer Day Camp: Chesterfield YMCA
Chesterfield Family YMCA
Offered throughout the summer, Traditional Camps at the Chesterfield Y are designed for a wide variety of conventional interests that may include arts & crafts, group games, nature exploration, swimming, field trips, and more. Camps are themed weekly. Most activities are held outdoors with indoor activities provided based on the day and theme. Campers are divided into groups by grade level or age.
Minecraft Modding Quest
Create & Learn
Solve puzzles, build, and create games with fun coding in Minecraft
Foundry Art Camp
Foundry Art Centre
Foundry Art Camp offers children ages 6 to 16 a chance to immerse themselves in creative activities that foster collaboration, enhance artistic abilities, and highlight the powerful role art plays in the world. Campers will dive into art by exploring the Foundry’s exhibitions, learning about art history, and engaging in discussions with the Foundry’s studio artists. From painting and sculpture to tie-dye and clay work, they’ll create unique pieces to take home and share with loved ones. This hands-on experience across various artistic mediums will inspire and nurture their creative potential. The Foundry’s week-long, full-day Art Camps are led by skilled art instructors who foster a supportive environment for artistic growth. Campers are grouped by age, with all materials provided. Registration also includes a Camp T-shirt.
Camp Weloki for Girls
Camp Weloki for Girls
Embark on a journey of self-discovery, leadership, and friendship! For 34 years the owners, Dr. Tim and Anne Jordan who are experts on raising girls, have been providing camp experiences offering safe, fun communities for girls. One week summer camps and overnight weekend retreats near STL are available. We teach leadership, communication, and self-awareness in a traditional camp setting. Our activities include, swimming, hiking, sports, camp fires, creative arts, team building games, and so much more! We have a 2.5-to-1 ratio of campers to counselors. Our lodging facilities have indoor bathrooms with plumbing and air conditioned cabins. Dates and pricing on website for weekend retreats and summer camps.
ASL Club for Families
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
This “ASL Club for Families” focuses on developing American Sign Language skills using a combination of games, storytelling, and art, so that the entire family can connect and improve communication with their Deaf or pre-verbal child. *Families comprised solely of hearing individuals are also welcome.*
Camp Brookdale Summer Adventure 2025
Brookdale Farms
Discover Camp Brookdale Summer Adventure near St. Louis! Our kids’ summer camp offers exciting outdoor activities, including Animal Encounters, Hiking, Big Games, Hayrides, Archery, Crafts, and more. Sign up now for an unforgettable summer experience!
Summer Camp at THE HEIGHTS
THE HEIGHTS: Richmond Heights Community Center
Come experience the BEST SUMMER EVER at THE HEIGHTS! Weekly camp themes will include “Carnival”, “First Responders”, “Under the Sea”, “Superheroes”, and more! Campers can expect to learn new games, swim at MFAC, and make crafts and memories that will last a lifetime.
Webster University Summer Camps
Webster University Summer Camps
Summer camp at Webster University expands well beyond the traditional camp experience. Our camps showcase a wide variety of programs that Webster University offers academically, providing a taste of what students experience when studying at Webster. With a passion for the arts and value for STEM, commitment to innovation and creativity, character- and skill-building … Webster camps promote individual excellence, connection, and friendship.  
Tuolumne Family Camp
City of Berkeley, CA
Tuolumne Family Camp offers an unforgettable adventure nestled in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, where families can connect with nature and each other. With activities like hiking, campfire stories, and swimming in Tuolumne Meadows, it's a perfect escape for outdoor lovers of all ages. Experience the magic of the high country in a cozy, community-oriented setting that makes every moment feel special.
Auttie World Virtual Art Summer Camp
Auttie World, Inc.
Join us on Saturdays for a Virtual Art Summer Camp that provides students (6-15 yrs.) an opportunity to come online (ZOOM), to do activities that are centered around Visual Traditional Art, Holistic Art, and FUN! At Auttie World, children are viewed as unique and gifted individuals. We feel each child’s development is best supported through an emergent & creative Holistic curriculum.
iD Tech On Campus Camps- Multiple locations (2025)
ID Tech Camps- Multiple locations
Register today for camps held at 75+ inspiring universities! Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic that’s made us the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Summer Fun on Your Child’s Dream Campus This is more than a camp. It’s a chance for your child to come face-to-face with friends and mentors who share their interests, all in an inspiring setting that excites them for the future. Between sessions of hands-on STEM fun, they’ll get the ultimate taste of collegiate life, from campus exploration and iconic architecture to meals in the dining halls and sweet dreams in the dorms. You get more. A LOT more. iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Our on-campus programs include an exclusive package designed for maximum inspiration and long-term success.
Teenage Ninja Turtles
Bricks 4 Kidz St Louis
Don’t be “shell”-tered from brick world. Join other builders fighting crime as teenage turtle brothers. Build your minifigures and enter the battles! This camp is filled with games and challenges. All campers take home a custom-made mini figure.
Summer Arts Camp at GCAA
Confluence Academies
Discover your creativity this summer at Grand Center Arts Academy's Summer Arts Camp—grades 5-12 can explore music, theater, dance, and art, culminating in a showcase at the Sun Theater!
Young Writers Summer Camps
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Lighthouse offers a wide array of full and half-day summer camps from June through August for young writers ages eight to 18. Whether they've got a few novels under their belt, are new but curious about poems, or are a reluctant writer, our camps offer a fun, creative, and challenging way for young people to explore and express who they are, build new friendships, and create truly beautiful works of art.
INDIAN HILLS SWIM CLUB SUMMER CAMP
INDIAN HILLS SWIM CLUB
Get to the next swim level at this FUN camp designed for ages 5-13. Kids LOVE IHSC Summer Camp!