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Don’t let the summer end in a haze! There’s still time to make more great memories with one more week of camp fun. Awesome August includes water activities, jumbo lawn games, free play, crafts, and active sports. Campers need to bring a water bottle, swimsuit, sunscreen, and towel daily. Awesome August does not provide transportation to/from specialty camps. See Before & After Care to extend your day. Space is limited!

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Get ready for high energy, non-stop action this summer while enjoying trips, sports, special events, and pool time. Choose 5, 3 or 2 days a week and don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of the camp that you help plan!

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Sponsored by Healthy Pi, Inc, learn to navigate your way via RTA/CTA buses, the Metra, and Chicago’s ‘L’ trains, using the Ventra App. Participants will see many of Park Ridge & Chicago’s most well-known attractions and discover some of its hidden treasures through public transportation. Some field trips may be located in the suburbs, but participants will still use public transportation. Fee includes all public transportation, an experienced Teen Coach, and admission to all sites and activities. Campers must be dressed for the weather, bring a swimsuit & towel, a nut-free lunch and beverage daily. *Please note: due to the nature of the class and the need to purchase travel & admission tickets, no refunds will be issued within 10 days prior to the start of camp.

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The Counselor in Training program provides a unique opportunity to develop skills necessary for working with children in a hands-on environment. CITs are involved in daily activities assisting camp staff with camp projects, activities, and lesson plans. CITs must be 13 years of age by the first day of camp. Here are the steps to becoming a CIT: 1. Informational packets are emailed in late April. Packets should be completed and brought with you to your interview. 2. In May, prospective CITs are contacted to schedule an interview. Bring all paperwork, along with three goals of what you would like to learn through this program. 3. Once the interviews are complete, CITs are notified of their status. Those selected need to attend the mandatory orientation. After the orientation, staff determines placement based on the CIT’s schedule and availability. CITs are not placed in older grade camps. A refund is issued if you are not accepted. CIT Orientation (Mandatory) - Thursday, May 22, 6:00pm-8:00pm at MPLC.

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For experienced riders only with their own bike & helmet. Learn to navigate your way via the most overlooked mode of transportation…the BIKE. We’ll visit lakes, parks, nature centers, and other exciting sites. Participants will ride their bikes every day (except in severe weather). Fee includes a free “safety check”, an experienced coach(es), and admission to all activities. Campers must bring a helmet, nut-free lunch and beverage daily. *Please note: due to the nature of the class and purchasing of admission tickets, no refunds will be issued after July 17th.

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