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CAMP IS FOR KIDS!
Camp registration begins January 26 for residents and January 27
for nonresidents! Register online at www.cityofmentor.com
Look for the Red Dot!
Take $5 off each camp marked with a red dot if you register before May 1!
SUMMER CAMPS:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DAY CAMPS
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Civic Center Day Camp
Rise & Shine /Cool Down Camp
Last Hurrah Camp
Operation Outrageous Fun
Wildwood Theatre Camp
Play Camp
Kid Quest Camp
SPORT CAMPS
5 Cleveland Indians Youth Baseball
5 Basketball
5 Mini-Hawk Basketball
5 Baton
5 Boating
CHEERLEADING
5 Preschool Cheerleading
6 Cheerleading, Jumps & Tumbling
6 Tumbling for Cheerleaders & Gymnasts
6 Fencing
6 Intermediate Fencing
6 USFTL Flag Football
6 Figure Skating & Hockey
7 Golf
7 Junior Golf League
7 Junior Specialized Golf
7 Horseback Riding
7 Scuba
7 PADI Seal Team Camp
8 Soccer
8 Special Needs Soccer
8 Junior Sports
8 Track & Field
VOLLEYBALL
8 Bump, Set, Spike for Beginners
8 Serving, Strategy & More
8 Volleyball for Advancing Players
DISCOVERY CAMPS
9 Grandparent & Me
9 Nature Craft 1.6
9 Little Nature Apprentice
9 Pinewood Derby Science
9 Superhero Academy
9 X-treme Science Challenge
9 Computer Programming
9 Video Game Design
10 Fun In The Kitchen
10 Spanish Immersion
10 Artists Camp
10 Master Artists Drawing
10 Birds - Multi-Media Drawing
10 Australian Adventures Drawing
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ABOUT OUR CAMPS
Mentor Parks & Recreation is dedicated to
providing an outstanding, fun and safe camp
environment and experience for all those who
participate. We offer exciting camp experiences
across many areas of interest designed to
promote physical activity, teach new skills, and
challenge kids to reach and grow and to make
new friends. To accomplish these goals while
maintaining safety, affordability and convenience,
we rely on a well-trained staff of adults and
college students who have a passion for working
with young people. Here’s a little more about
our staff:
• Staff members are primarily adults and college
students; a few high school students assist
• All staff members are CPR and first aid
certified
• Staff are knowledgeable and well-trained
• All staff members go through criminal
background checks before they are hired
• Emergency and safety procedures are reviewed
on a regular basis
• Staff members are available to answer your
questions at any time
• We maintain low staff to camper ratios to
provide the best experience possible
REGISTRATION
Camp registration begins January 26 for Mentor
residents and January 27 for nonresidents. All
camps require advance registration. Registration
for camps generally closes the Thursday before
it is scheduled to begin so that our staff can
prepare necessary paperwork, verify supplies
and maintain the correct staff to camper ratios.
Registration will not be accepted the day a camp
begins.
HOW TO REGISTER
Online: www.cityofmentor.com/play
By Phone: (440) 974-5720
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
In Person: Recreation Department:
8500 Civic Center Blvd., Mentor
Mentor Ice Arena:
8600 Munson Rd., Mentor (skating
camps and extended care only)
Main In: Mentor Recreation Department,
8500 Civic Center Blvd., Mentor, Ohio
44060
CAMP DEPOSIT
When registering for Civic Center Day Camp,
Operation Outrageous Fun or Extended Camp,
parents have the option to pay $25 of the camp
fee per week as a deposit and have until May 15 to
pay the balance on each week for which they’ve
registered. To register for a camp by deposit,
please contact the Recreation Department office
at (440) 974-5720. The deposit option is not
available for online registration.
2015 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
COMMUNICATION WITH CAMPERS
AND PARENTS
About four days before each of our camps
is scheduled to begin, parents and campers
can expect to receive information by email
with a reminder of where camp is held, what
to bring, as well as any updated information
you might need to make your child’s camp
experience the best. You will also receive an
Information and Emergency Form that will
need to be completed and turned in to the
camp director the first day of camp. It is
important that parents provide a valid email
address upon registration so that we can
deliver this important information to you.
CAMP CHANGES
On rare occasions, we may need to change
the start time or location of a camp. We
contact registered participants as soon as
possible by phone and/or email to notify of
any changes affecting a camp in which your
child is registered.
WHAT TO BRING/WEAR/REMEMBER
FOR CAMP:
For all camps: Wear loose, comfortable
clothing and tennis shoes (no sandals) each
day. Also, to stay properly hydrated, each
participant will need to bring a water bottle
with his/her name on it to camp every day.
For outdoor camps, please apply sunscreen 30
minutes before arriving at camp.
VOLUNTEERING
Mentor Recreation offers a Lend A Hand For
Summer volunteer program for young adults
over the age of 14 and having completed 9th
grade. Opportunities are available to volunteer
at Civic Center Day Camp, Garfield Play
Camp, Camp Wildwood, and with our Learn to
Swim lessons and special events. Interested
volunteers must apply and be selected to
participate in this program. An application
and detailed information is available at www.
cityofmentor.com/play/volunteer
Our full catalog of camps will be mailed to all
homes in the 44060 zip code the third week
in January. The catalog will also be available
online beginning January 22.
LOOK FOR THE RED DOT!
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Take $5 off each camp marked with a
red dot if you register before May 1!
WWW.CITYOFMENTOR.COM/PLAY
 Civic Center Day Camp
Grades K - 1; 2 - 3; 4 - 5
DAY CAMPS
Register early! Weekly maximum is 36 campers and we fill often!
Our largest and most popular day camp, Civic Center Day Camp has three different age-based camps:
Superstars are children having completed grades K & 1; Ventures have completed grades 2 & 3; and Explorers
are children having completed grades 4 & 5. All camps meet Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. daily
at Civic Center Park, a 90-acre park located in the heart of the Mentor Civic Center complex, where campers
have access to daily swimming, open green space, tennis, basketball and more! Camp counselors team up to
plan weekly activities following a unique theme.
Campers take field trips, participate in games and contests, arts and crafts, swim and play sports. We spend
our camp day outdoors in the park and have daily swim lessons, where the basics of Red Cross levels 1 through
6 lessons are reviewed by Water Safety Instructors. Field trips are also an exciting and integral part of camp
and campers take at least two trips each week.
Before and after camp care is offered for this program through the Mentor Ice Arena’s Rise and Shine and
Cool Down programs.
Camp Staff: Recreation Staff
Location: Civic Center Park
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Camp Dates
Superstar
June 1 - 5
#35307
June 8 - 12
#35308
June 15 - 19
#35309
June 22 - 26
#35310
June 29 - July 2*
#35311
July 6 - 10
#35312
July 13 - 17
#35313
July 20 - 24
#35314
July 27 - 31
#35315
August 3 - 7
#35316
Resident: $110 / Nonresident: $130
* Resident: $88 / Nonresident: $104
Venture
#35318
#35319
#35320
#35321
#35322
#35323
#35324
#35325
#35326
#35327
Explorer
#35328
#35329
#35330
#35331
#35332
#33533
#35334
#35335
#35336
#35337
Main Field Trip
Fun N Stuff
Wildwater Kingdom
Skyzone
Zip City
Cleveland Zoo
Pioneer Waterland
Zero Gravity
Fun N Stuff
Wildwater Kingdom
Bowling/Rollerskating
Rise & Shine / Cool Down Camp
Ages 5 - 12
Extended summer camp is available at the Mentor Ice Arena for campers in any camp
based at Civic Center Park (Day Camp, Outrageous Fun, and Figure Skating/Hockey) and
camps hosted at the Mentor Community Center. Before and after camp activities include
arts and crafts, games and swim time in the afternoon. Registration is for the entire week
(no daily rates). We must receive registration and payment at least one week in advance.
Rise & Shine Camp is 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Cool Down Camp is 3:15 - 5 p.m.
Camp Director: Holly Maher
Location: Mentor Ice Arena
Rise & Shine Cool Down
Combo (Both am and pm discounted)
#35387
#35397
#35407
June 1 - 5
#35388
#35398
#35408
June 8 - 12
#35389
#35399
#35409
June 15 - 19
#35390
#35400
#35410
June 22 - 26
#35391
#35401
#35411
*June 29 - July 2
#35392
#35402
#35412
July 6 - 10
#35393
#35403
#35413
July 13 - 17
#35394
#35404
#35414
July 20 - 24
#35395
#35405
#35415
July 27 - July 31
#35396
#35406
#35416
August 3 - 7
Rise & Shine: Resident: $30 / Nonresident: $40
Cool Down: Resident: $35 / Nonresident: $45
Combo (Both): Resident: $55 / Nonresident: $70
*Rise & Shine: Resident: $25 / Nonresident: $35
*Cool Down: Resident: $30 / Nonresident: $40
*Combo (Both): Resident: $45 / Nonresident: $60
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Last Hurrah Camp
Age 5-12
This camp is specially designed for campers to “LET THEIR HAIR DOWN
BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS.” Play in the morning, field trips every day
during the week, and afternoon swim time if weather permits! This
year we are going to Cleveland Zoo, Dave and Busters, Sky Zone, Wild
Water Kingdom and Pump It Up. This camp is tons of fun.
Camp Director: Holly Maher
Location: Mentor Ice Arena
#35417 August 10 - 14 Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Resident: $150 / Nonresident: $ 170
Or pay a per day fee
Resident: $40 / Nonresident: $50
 Operation Outrageous Fun
Grades 6-7
Register early! Weekly maximum is 32 kids and we fill often!
Operation Outrageous Fun is not your average camp experience! Just
for kids having completed grades 6 and 7, O.O.F. has all the fun of day
camp but dialed up to include many more activities, more time to hang
out with friends, and some really cool field trips kids will be talking
about all summer.
Camp Staff: Recreation Staff
Location: Civic Center Park
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Reg Code Camp Dates
Field Trips
#35297 June 8 - 12
Sky Zone
#35298 June 15 - 19
Cedar Point
#35299 June 22 - 26
Zip City
#35300 June 29 - July 2*
Whirlyball
#35301 July 6 - 10
Wildwater Kingdom
#35302 July 13 - 17
Pinnacle Woods Paintball
#35303 July 20 - 24
Dave & Buster’s
#35304 July 27 - 31
Kalahari Waterpark
Resident: $144 / Nonresident: $164
* Resident: $111 / Nonresident: $127
 Kid Quest Camp
Ages 6 - 9
Looking for a camp experience that is fun, unique and historical? Join us
this summer for our all new Kid Quest camps at the beautiful Wildwood
Cultural Center. This exciting camp experience will combine nature,
fun, friends and new learning adventures. Campers will take part in
new and imaginative experiences such as going on an archeological dig
to learning what it’s like to survive in the woods, who first settled
here, who lives here now and how to have fun in the woods! Did
you know that children can benefit in body, mind, and spirit in camp?
Outdoor play increases fitness levels and builds active healthy bodies,
and exposure to natural settings may enhance social interactions, value
for community and close relationships (National Wildlife Federation).
So what are you waiting for? Sign up today and enjoy nature at this
magnificent gem in the woods! The Wildwood Cultural Center is an
English Tudor Manor House with 34 acres of park property, located at
7645 Little Mountain Rd. Campers will will be bused to a Mentor pool
one day a week for swim time. Each child needs to bring a lunch and
dress appropriately for the weather. Tennis shoes only, please! Campers
must have completed Kindergarten.
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center
Instructors: Recreation Staff
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 Wildwood Theatre Camp
Ages 7-15
Students entering grades 3 and up
Discover the world of theater involving acting, role playing, audition
techniques, make-up and theatre set building. Camp will evolve from
the campers and their talents. It will be FUN and IMPROVISATIONAL.
Theater Camp will produce a stage presentation for friends and family
during the last week of camp. This revue will feature each and every
one of our stars. Each session is 3 weeks long.
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center
Director: Steve Couch
#35248 June 8 – 26
Monday – Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
#35249 July 6 – 24
Monday – Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
#35250 July 27 – August 14 Monday – Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Resident: $239 / Nonresident: $293
 Play Camp Ages 4 - 6
Just for ages 4 - 6, Garfield Play Camp provides organized play and
activities designed to provide campers an opportunity to interact with
children their own age in the exciting atmosphere of Garfield Park
and Pool. Play Camp includes games, arts and crafts, stories, nature
activities, and swimming.
Camp Director: Chelsea Seelinger
Location: Garfield Park Pavilion
Monday - Friday, 9:30 - 12:40 p..m.
#35286 June 8 - 12
#35287 June 15 - 19
#35288 June 22 - 26
#35293 June 29 - July 3
#35289 July 6 - 10
#35290 July 13 - 17
#35291 July 20 - 24
#35292 July 27 - 31
Resident: $57 /
Nonresident: $67
PIONEER KIDS:
#35252 June 8 - 12
MAKERS:
#35253 June 15 - 19
SURVIVAL:
#35254 June 22 - 26
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
ARCHAEOLOGY:
#35255 June 29 - July 2* Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WOODLAND CRITTERS:
#35256 July 6 - 10 EARLY SETTLERS:
#35257 July 13 - 17
CARNIVORE CARNIVAL:
#35258 July 20 - 24
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
1900’S OLYMPICS:
#35259 July 27 - 31
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Resident: $75 / Nonresident: $90
* Resident: $61 / Nonresident: $73
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 Baton Camp
Cleveland Indians Youth Baseball Camp
Ages 6 - 14
Come out and join the Cleveland Indians as you learn and improve
basic baseball skills using fun and informative drills. Baseball Camp
focuses on getting the best out of each player regardless of their skill
levels. Instruction will cover throwing, catching, fielding, hitting and
base running. At the completion of the second day of camp, each child
will receive a fair evaluation and additional advice on how to improve
their game. Each child will be encouraged to work hard, compete and
develop a passion for the game of baseball. Please bring a baseball
glove, a lunch and drink, and wear baseball pants. (Wearing an
athletic cup is suggested). Participants will receive a Cleveland Indians
baseball hat, Cleveland Indians replica jersey, a camp report cord and
a voucher for 2 tickets to Indians Youth Baseball Day on August 23 vs
the Houston Astros. ALL REGISTRATION FOR THIS CAMP MUST BE
COMPLETED AT WWW.INDIANS.COM/YOUTHBASEBALL prior to
June 10.
Camp Director: ACE Program Staff
Location: Garfield Park Field #3
June 15 - 19
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Camp fee: $199
 Basketball Camp
Ages 9 - 14
Camp is designed to help participants improve their basketball skills,
both as individuals and team players. Campers will receive daily
instruction and will learn fundamentals as well as advanced skills from
our staff of the finest coaches and players. Special features include
individual instruction, skills stations, lectures, drills, demonstrations
and multiple games daily. Also included are one on one, foul shooting,
three on three, spot shooting and other competition with recognition
for the winners. Take home a basketball and merit certificate. Please
wear loose comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. Please bring a
water bottle with your name clearly marked and don’t forget to wear
sunscreen.
Location: Walsh Park Basketball Court
Director: Skyhawks Sports Staff
#35339 July 6 - 10
Monday - Friday 1 - 4 p.m.
Resident: $120 / Nonresident: $130
 Mini -Hawk Basketball
Ages 5 - 8
Mini-Hawk is an introductory program for young children. Mini-Hawk
helps participants explore basketball in a day-program setting. There
is no pressure, just lots of fun, while these young athletes participate
through unique Skyhawks games. Our Mini-Hawk camp is committed
to helping children start off on the right foot, as they take their
first steps into athletics. Bring two snacks and a water bottle each
day. Wear appropriate basketball clothing and shoes. Take home
a basketball and merit certificate. Please wear loose comfortable
clothing and tennis shoes. Please bring a water bottle with your name
clearly marked and don’t forget to wear sunscreen.
Location: Walsh Park Basketball Court
Director: Skyhawks Sports Staff
#35340 July 6 - 10
Monday - Friday 9 - 12 p.m.
Resident: $120 / Nonresident: $130
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Ages 5 - 11
Has your daughter dreamed of becoming a majorette on the
football field, or twirling a baton in the parade? Come and learn
the fundamentals of baton twirling taught by United States Twirling
Association certified instructors. You’ll learn to roll, wrap, toss, and
twirl your baton. We’ll march in formation and twirl to the beat of
one of our favorite songs in our spectacular closing show for the
parents on the last day of camp. All campers will receive a t-shirt
and a merit award! Participants should bring/wear sunscreen, running
shoes, baton, snack, and water bottle.
Camp Director: Heidi Fosnaught, USTA
Location: Walsh Park
#35351 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday 9 - 11 a.m.
Resident: $57 / Nonresident: $67
 Boating Camp
Ages 10 - 14
During this hands-on boating program, students learn the basics of
how to paddle a kayak and canoe, row a row boat, sail a sailboat, and
drive a small electric motor boat all in one action packed week!
Each day students have ‘on the water’ time, learning the proper
way to use each type of watercraft. Time will be set aside for boating
related activities including PFD training, navigation rules, rigging boats,
capsizing drills, and wind orientation. An integral part of camp is
developing the knowledge to earn the State of Ohio Boaters Education
Course license which involves 8-hours of in-class instruction as well
as the hands-on training. After passing a written exam, students
are licensed by the State of Ohio to operate any watercraft over 10
horsepower! Prerequisite: Campers must hold a Red Cross Level 3 or
higher swimming certificate, be able to tread water for 2 minutes
and swim 25 yards at any speed using any stroke. All equipment is
provided.
Camp Director: Michelle Haag
Location: Mentor Lagoons Marina
#35973 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday
9:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Resident: $127 / Nonresident: $143
 Preschool Cheerleading Camp
Ages 4, 5 & 6
Preschoolers learn skills that are the foundation of physical movement,
coordination and body awareness while they are creatively having fun
learning preschool cheers, chants, motions, jumps and tumbling. On the
last day of this 6 hour camp, our cheerleaders will present a “picture
perfect moment” pep rally for family and friends! Wear tennis shoes
and bring identified pompoms. Morning campers bring identified water
bottle and lunch, and afternoon campers bring snacks and beverage. A
$5 insurance fee is due to instructor the first day of camp.
Camp Director: Northshore Preps Staff
Location: Garfield Park Lounge
#35295 June 22, 24, 26 Mon, Wed, Fri 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. #35296 July 20, 22, 24 Mon, Wed, Fri 1 - 3 p.m.
Resident: $45 / Nonresident: $54
FOR ALL CAMPS:
Wear loose, comfortable clothing and tennis shoes
(no sandals) each day. Also, to stay properly hydrated, each participant
will need to bring a water bottle with his/her name on it to camp
every day. For outdoor camps, please apply sunscreen 30 minutes before
arriving at camp.
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 Cheerleading, Jumps And Tumbling
Camp
Grades 1 - 3
Cheerleading is more than cheers, chants and motions. Jumps and
tumbling are the skills that make cheerleading a sport! PREPS offers
qualified professional, safety-conscious gymnastic instructors to teach
these skills. We teach cheers and chants with motions and jumps as
well as all the tumbling skills needed for today’s cheerleaders. Wear
tennis shoes and bring identified pompoms. Bring identified water
bottles and healthy snacks. AM campers bring lunch. A $5 insurance
fee is due to instructor the first day of camp.
Camp Director: Northshore Preps Staff
Location: Garfield Park Lounge
#35305 June 22 - 25 Monday - Thursday 1 - 3 p.m.
#35306 July 20 - 23 Monday - Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Resident: $51 / Nonresident: $63
 T umbling For Cheerleaders &
 USFTL Flag Football
Good tumbling skills are a must for today’s cheerleader. Tumbling skills
will include cartwheels, round offs, front and back handsprings, dive
rolls and handstands. This 8 hour camp will also include jumps. Wear
leotard or loose clothing with no belts and shirts that will stay tucked
in. Bring identified water bottle and healthy snacks. A $5 insurance
fee is due to instructor the first day of camp.
Camp Director: Northshore Preps Staff
Location: Taft Elementary, 1580 E. 332nd St., Eastlake
Grades 3 - 5
#35965 July 6 - 9 Monday – Thursday 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Grades 6 & 7
#35970 July 6 - 9 Monday – Thursday 3 - 5 p.m.
Resident: $51 / Nonresident: $63
Figure Skating & Hockey Camp
Gymnasts Camp
Grades 3 - 5 and 6 - 7
 Fencing Camp
Ages 8 - 14
Zorro won’t hold a candle to you after you learn the fundamentals
of modern foil fencing in this new day camp for kids ages 8 and
older. You’ll learn stretching, footwork, lunges, attack, parry-riposte,
strategy, tactics and bouting. Fun and safety are emphasized while
developing hand-eye coordination, agility, dexterity and stamina as
well as social skills and manners. All equipment is provided, so come
out and try something new. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing
and tennis shoes. Bring a water bottle with your name on it, too.
Camp Director: Tom Nagy
Location: Mentor Beach Park South Room
#35279 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday 9 - 11 a.m.
Resident: $69 / Nonresident: $85
 Intermediate & Advancing Fencing
Camp
Ages 8 - 14
If you’ve already studied basic fencing, this advanced camp will help
you learn more about the growing sport of fencing. This camp begins
where beginning fencing ends, concentrating on developing additional
parry strategies, bouting and learning more about penalties and how
they affect competition. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and
tennis shoes. Bring a water bottle with your name on it, too.
Camp Director: Tom Nagy
Location: Mentor Beach Park South Room
#35285 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday 11:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Resident: $69 / Nonresident: $85
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Ages 5 - 14
Join USFTL (United States Flag & Touch Football League) Directors,
USFTL Cleveland Flag Football Hall of Famers, and USFTL Coaches &
Counselors’ for four days of flag football fun! You learn and practice
flag football skills including throwing and catching, running with the
ball, how to run pass routes, and flag pulling, along with proper
stretching, warm-up routines, and teamwork - all while having fun!
Age groups will be organized for beginners and advanced athletes, and
we’ll have a camp scrimmage on Thursday.
Camp Director: USFTL Sports Staff
Location: Edward R Walsh Park
#35341 July 20 - 23
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Resident: $80 / Nonresident: $95
Ages 5 - 12
A day camp atmosphere with a focus on figure skating and hockey;
including crafts, swimming, and activities.
Campers will be asked to bring a bagged lunch and drinks. You may
register by the week or by the day to fit your summer schedule. To
register for Figure Skating / Hockey Camp, parents should contact
Skating Director Holly Maher at (440) 974-5730 or maher@cityof­
mentor.com to receive a more detailed description of the program.
Special arrangements can be made for those participating in other
programs (i.e. swim lessons, tennis, computer camps, etc.). The summer
program will be tailored to your skater’s needs. Off-ice classes are
also available including dance, ballet and jump. Prerequisite: Completed
Basic 2 or Tot 2
Camp Director: Holly Maher
Location: Mentor Ice Arena
#35372 June 1 - 5
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35359 June 8 - 12
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35360 June 15 - 19
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35361 June 22 - 26
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35362 *June 29 - July 2 Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35363 July 6 - 10
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35364 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35365 July 20 - 24
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35366 July 27 - July 31 Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
#35367 August 3 - 7
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Resident: $130 / Nonresident: $160
*Resident: $110 / Nonresident: $140
Or pay a per day fee
Resident: $35 / Nonresident: $45
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 Golf Camp
Ages 8 - 14
This concentrated instruction in golf will teach the junior golfer the
fundamentals of rules and etiquette. The camp will focus on swing
technique, and the short game, including chipping, pitching, sand shots,
and putting. The fee includes range balls. Campers are encouraged to
bring their own clubs, or loaner clubs will be provided. Camp will be
limited to 6 students per class.
Instructor: Black Brook Golf Academy Instruction Staff
Location: Black Brook Golf Course
Age 8 - 11
#34953 June 15 - 18
Monday - Thursday 9 - 10:30 a.m.
#34955 June 22 - 25
Monday - Thursday 9 - 10:30 a.m.
#34957 July 6 - 9
Monday - Thursday 9 - 10:30 a.m.
#34959 July 13 - 16
Monday - Thursday 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Resident: $127 / Nonresident: $143
Age 12 - 14
#34954 June 15 - 18 Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
#34956 June 22 - 25 Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
#34958 July 6 – 9
Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
#34960 July 13 – 16 Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Resident: $127 / Nonresident: $143
 Junior Golf League
Ages 12 - 18
Each Thursday morning in the summer, more than 100 juniors tee it up
for 9 holes of golf in this program designed for the experienced junior
golfer. The league includes instruction from the Professional Golf
Staff, skills contests, and regular course play. Entry fees are used
for prizes and awards throughout the season. End of season annual
cookout is August 6. Greens fees paid weekly. No play on July 16.
Instructor: Black Brook Golf Academy Instruction Staff
Location: Black Brook Golf Course
Age 10 - 12
#34962 June 4 – Aug 6 Thursday
9:30 a.m.
#34963 June 4 – Aug 6 Thursday
10 a.m.
#34964 June 4 – Aug 6 Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Ages 12 - 18
#34961 June 4 – Aug 6 Thursday
9 a.m.
League registration fee: $54
 J unior Golf Specialized Program
Ages 12 - 18
Do you want to try out for your high school golf team or play at a
higher level? This specialized program is just for you. You’ll have a 15
minute clinic with our pro each week covering everything from playing,
etiquette, and rules, then golfers will play 18 holes and record their
scores to establish a U.S.G.A. handicap. The program is open to boys
and girls ages 12 - 18 and is run by P.G.A. Professional Tim Ausperk.
No play on July 16. Greens fees paid weekly
Instructor: Black Brook Golf Academy Instruction Staff
Location: Black Brook Golf Course
#34967 June 4 – Aug 6 Thursday
8:30 a.m.
League registration fee: $54
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 Horseback Riding Camp
Ages 8 - 18
Maypine Farm’s camp program is a fun filled approach to horsemanship.
There are daily mounted lessons. Lessons in groundwork and games
on horseback. The ground lesson cover elements of horse care
from feeding, health care, grooming, show preparation and horse
management. There are exciting activities, such as horse painting
contests, observing veterinary and farrier visits as well as weekly
grooming contests We also schedule field trips to local horse show
events, pony farms, vet clinics and other equine related venues.
Maypine has built a national reputation for the highest level of
performance in the show ring. We have produced The Maclay National
Junior Champion, the USEF Medal Champion and The Young Riders
Gold Medal in jumping, the premier national junior titles. This level of
performance guides our teaching while still maintaining a level of focus
on fun and learning in a safe environment.
Instructor: Maypine Farms Staff
Location: Maypine Farms, 32700 White Rd., Waite Hill
#35342 June 8 - 11
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35343 June 15 - 19
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35344 June 22 - 26 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35345 July 6 - 10 * Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35346 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35347 July 20 - 24 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35348 July 27 - 31 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35349 August 3 - 7 Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
#35350 August 10 - 14 Monday –Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Resident / Nonresident: $370
* Advanced riders only
 Scuba Camp
Ages 10 - 14
You’ll learn all about how scuba diving can be the adventure of a
lifetime in this one-week camp. You’ll complete all the pool training
and classroom training needed to earn your PADI Open Water
Certification in a safe and enjoyable environment. You’ll learn about
dive safety, equipment and procedures as well as what it’s like diving
in the underwater world, how to communicate underwater, seeing and
hearing in the deep and how to stay fit and healthy for diving. Bring
a bag lunch, drink and towel each day and don’t forget to wear your
swimsuit each day too! Course fee includes manual, logbook and dive
tables, and all scuba equipment. Please have the camper’s height,
weight and shoe size when registering.
Instructor: Just Add Water Scuba Staff
Location: Civic Center Pool
#35284 July 20 - 24
Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Resident: $350 / Nonresident: $360
 The PADI Seal Team Camp
Ages 8 - 11
PADI Seal Team Camp is for young divers who are looking for an
action-packed, adventurous program filled with exciting scuba “Aqua
Missions.” A PADI Seal, will learn the basics of safe diving and will
later be able to explore different Aqua Missions or specialty dives
like; Wreck diving , Navigation, Underwater Photography, Fish ID and
Reef Awareness and more. Here’s your chance to explore cool Aqua
Missions, meet friends and share in the adventure of the underwater
world. And best of all - join a winning team - become a PADI Seal
Team Member!
Location: Civic Center Pool
#35419 July 13 - 17
Monday – Friday 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident: $274 / Nonresident: $280
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 Track and Field Camp
 Soccer Camp
Ages 6 - 12
Mentor Recreation will help you get ready for the fall soccer season
with this instructional soccer camp for boys and girls. Emphasis is
on skill development, teamwork, and sporting conduct. Coaches will
use circuit training to teach soccer fundamentals such as heading,
ball collection, passing, shooting, and dribbling. Campers practice and
develop skills in age and ability appropriate learning groups. Camp
provides opportunities for both beginning and advanced players to
improve and enhance their soccer playing abilities and be ready for
the field this fall. Small-sided matches will be played daily.
Camp Director: Mentor Soccer Club
Location: Krueger Park
#35358 July 27 - 31
Monday - Friday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident:$53 / Nonresident: $64
 Special Needs Soccer Camp
Ages 6 - 12
Campers will learn the basic skills needed for the game of soccer
including for running, kicking, and trapping a soccer ball. Through
physical activity, we’ll promote social skills and peer interactions too.
Campers will be required to attend camp with a parent or “buddy”. This
camp is run by Special Sports inc. a non-profit founded by Head Coach
Mindy Bakos. Her professional experiences in combination with her
experiences as a parent of a child with special needs will surely make
this camp a success. This camp is structured and adapted for kids with
autism, Down’s Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and other genetic disorders.
For more information or questions concerning the camp, Mindy Bakos
can be contacted at (440) 655-4144 or [email protected]
Instructor: Mindy Bakos, Special Sports Inc.
Location: Krueger Park
#35338 July 21 - August 6 Tuesday/Thursday 6 - 7 p.m.
Resident: $35 / Nonresident: $41
 Junior Sports Camp
Ages 4 & 5; 6 & 7
Learn the basics of all the sports you love to play! This camp gives
boys and girls the opportunity to experience a variety of different
sports in a fun and positive setting in just one week. Campers will
learn the basic skills of football, soccer, and baseball/softball and
have the opportunity to participate in game-like settings every day.
Campers will be placed in an environment that promotes learning,
positive reinforcement, team work and sportsmanship. Please wear/
bring to camp: tennis shoes, weather appropriate clothing, a water
bottle with your name on it, and sunscreen.
Camp Director: Branden Keeper
Location: Location: Edward R Walsh Park (formerly Bellflower Park)
Ages 4 & 5
#35275 June 15 - 19
Monday - Friday 9 - 10:15 p.m.
Ages 6 & 7
#35276 June 15 - 19
Monday - Friday 10:45 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Resident: $47 / Nonresident: $59
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Ages 7 - 14
At Track Camp, you will gain experience in track and field events
including sprints, hurdles, relays, high jump, long jump, and shot put.
They will learn about each event through circuit training and will
be grouped by age and experience. Campers receive a track camp
T-shirt. Junior High athletes should bring running shoes and track
spikes with 1/8’ spikes. Camp provides an excellent opportunity for
all 7 - 14 year olds to prepare for the City of Mentor Junior Olympic
Track Meet on Friday, June 26.
Camp Director: Rob Grove
Location: Mentor High School Stadium
#35357 June 22 - 25
Monday - Thursday 9 - 11 a.m.
Resident:$53 / Nonresident:$64
 Bump, Set, Spike - Volleyball
for Beginners Ages 8 - 12
Bump, set and spike your way through this camp as you learn the
basics of volleyball. Camp director Branden Keeper and his staff will
help beginner players learn rotation, positions, scoring and more to
develop strong volleyball skills. Each camper will receive a camp shirt.
Camp Director: Branden Keeper
Location: Ridge Middle School Gym
#35280 July 6 - 10
Monday – Friday 8:30 - 10:15 a.m.
Resident: $53 / Nonresident: $64
 Serving, Strategy & More Volleyball Camp
Ages 9 - 14
If you’ve got volleyball experience, this camp led by director Branden
Keeper will help you refine your skills and prepare for competitive
volleyball. Campers will practice and develop skills in age and ability
appropriate learning groups. Each camper will receive a volleyball
camp shirt.
Camp Director: Branden Keeper
Location: Ridge Middle School Gym
#35281 July 6 - 10
Monday - Friday 10:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Resident: $53 / Nonresident: $64
 Volleyball for Advancing Players Ages 9 - 14
If you’ve played on a team or have participated in previous camps, this
camp will help you refine your skills and prepare for more competitive
volleyball. Campers will practice and develop skills in age and ability
appropriate learning groups. We’ll work on cardiovascular conditioning,
jump drills and plyometrics too to develop strength and agility.
Camp Director: Branden Keeper
Location: Ridge Middle School Gym
#35282 July 6- 10
Monday - Friday 12:45 - 2:30 p.m.
Resident: $53 / Nonresident: $64
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DISCOVERY CAMPS
 Grandparent & Me Camp
Ages 5 & up with Grandparent
Grandparents and their grandkids can explore summer camp together
in this intergenerational camp experience. Meet at Wildwood Cultural
Center the first two days and participate in games and activities, create
a variety of arts & crafts, and go exploring in outdoor adventures
together. The last day will be spent at the Mentor Lagoons Nature
Preserve & Marina where kayaking, nature walks, a hayride and
campfire will complete the experience. Price of camp is per person.
Camp Director: Maggie Kuyasa
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center & Mentor Lagoons Marina
#35353 August 12 - 14
Wednesday - Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Resident: $57 / Nonresident: $72
 Nature Craft 1.6
Ages 7 - 12
Find the tools, learn the crafts, and use your Mine Craft know-how in
real life. You and your group will design your skins and then fill your
chests with all the artifacts (like pickaxes, compasses, granite, maps
and more) that you will need to explore, create and survive in the
lagoons biome. We’ll forage for food, make fires, build shelters and
even outsmart the monsters on our night hike. Be prepared though with
insect repellent, sunscreen and water gear, we’ll be hiking, swimming,
kayaking while we build our own community outside of the video game!
Camp Director: Michelle Haag
Location: Mentor Lagoons
# 35981 July 20-24
Monday - Friday 9:15 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Resident: $73 / Nonresident: $94
 Little Nature Apprentice Camp Ages 5 - 7
Little Nature Apprentice Camp will give the opportunity for children to
build a relationship with nature. We will get hands on with some of the
exciting plants and animals that can be found in the Mentor Lagoons
Nature Preserve and even get in a little exercise along the way! Whether
it is frog catchin’ or rock skippin’ we will be sure to have a fun time!
Please bring a snack and a water bottle with your child’s name on it.
Camp Director: Jake Kudrna
Location: Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve
# 35964 June 23 – 25
Tuesday - Thursday 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident: $57 / Nonresident:$66
 Pinewood Derby Science Camp Ages 8 - 12
This is not your typical pinewood derby camp! In this highly creative
camp, boys and girls ages 8 - 12 will work in a fun team environment
for two hours per day to learn about the requirements, brainstorm your
design, then design and build a powered pinewood derby car. You’ll learn
the basic stages for developing a new product and simple manufacturing
concepts while exploring various science and engineering topics such as
electric motors, thrust, gravity, and gearing. The final day of camp will
be used to determine what team has the fastest car on the track! Camp
will be instructed by Branden Keeper, an engineer with over 15 years of
design and manufacturing experience.
Instructor: Branden Keeper
Location: Mentor Beach Park
#35283 June 22 - 26
Monday - Friday 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident:$53 / Nonresident: $64
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 Superhero Academy
Ages 4 - 6
Look up in the sky, it’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s YOU! Join us for a
week for of Superhero adventures! We will create our own superhero
outfits, come up with our superhero names and learn how to defend
the universe against villains. All while having fun outdoors doing
superhero obstacle courses, crafts and games! Campers should bring a
superhero snack and water bottle with their name on it.
Camp Director: TBA
Location: Walsh Park
#35888 July 27-31
Monday - Friday 9 - 11 a.m.
Resident: $57 / Nonresident: $67
 X -treme Science Challenge Camp
Ages 8 - 12
Discover the exciting world of science with fun, hands-on challenges.
Instructor Branden Keeper will guide you through a new science
challenge each day. Through hands-on experience and problem solving,
you’ll learn about material strength, propulsion, acceleration, forces,
and pressure. Students will work in a kid friendly, collaborative team
environment. At the end of each day the teams will compete in a
science challenge. Challenges will include the Egg Drop Survival, the
Paper Tug-of-War, and the Catapult Launch along with other fun
challenges. Get ready to have some fun!
Camp Director: Branden Keeper
Location: Community Center
#35420 July 13 - 17
Monday - Friday 9 - 11 a.m.
Resident: $70 / Nonresident: $84
Computer Programming Tech Camp
Ages 9 - 13
We make computer programming simple and fun using Scratch software
technology. Campers are introduced to the essential building blocks
of computer programming by creating fun, interactive stories, art
and games. During Tech Camp, students will think creatively while
learning coding basics. By the end of this summer camp, these budding
programmers will be able to put their imagination into the form of a
computer program. Tech campers will also be able to take home a copy
of their own computer programs on a complimentary USB drive to show
the work they’re accomplishing each day, and keep after camp. ALL
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CAMP MUST BE COMPLETED AT WWW.
CLASSROOMANTICS.COM prior to June 10.
Camp Director: Classroom Antics Educator
Location: Community Center at Mentor Ice Arena
June 15 – June 19
Monday – Friday
9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Resident/Nonresident: $229
Video Game Design Tech Camp
Ages 10 - 13
Campers will learn video game design using GameMaker Studio, the
latest game design technology from YoYo Games. Our instructors lead
students through the full process of creating a game from beginning to
end, including developing characters, rooms, adding backgrounds, music,
sound effects and other great techniques. At the end of Tech Camp,
each camper is provided access to a copy of the GameMaker software
and a library of graphics and music files to continue to develop their
games and create new ones as well. Tech campers will also be able
to take home a copy of their own video games on a complimentary
USB drive to show the work they’re accomplishing each day, and keep
after Tech Camp. ALL REGISTRATION FOR THIS CAMP MUST BE
COMPLETED AT WWW.CLASSROOMANTICS.COM prior to June 10.
Camp Director: Classroom Antics Educator
Location: Community Center at Mentor Ice Arena
June 15 - June 19
Monday - Friday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Resident/Nonresident: $229
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 Fun in the Kitchen Cooking Camp for Kids  Artists Camp
Ages 6 - 12
Ages 7 - 12
Calling all young artists! Start your summer off with a week filled with fun
and creativity. Art educator and creative artist Jacqui Spetrino will guide
you in developing your drawing skills while experimenting with a variety
of fun art mediums. You’ll bring home five unique works of art that your
parents will cherish for a lifetime! We’ll end the week with an art show
so you can show your family all the wonderful work you’ve created!
Instructor: Jacqui Spetrino
Location: Community Center Woods Room
#35277
June 8 - 12 Monday - Friday 9 - 11:30 a.m.
Easy Desserts
Cookie Baking
In this class your child will get hands on This hands-on class is an introduction to #35278 June 15 - 19 Monday - Friday 9 - 11:30 a.m.
experience making a variety of desserts. cookie baking for your child. From rolled Resident: $104 / Nonresident: $109
Kids ages 6-12 will get to create, learn and experience cooking in our kitchen
instead of yours with lots of hands-on fun! There is an additional $6 Food fee
payable in cash to the instructor at each class. Each class features plenty of food
to sample and recipes to take home. Please remember to dress for a mess!
Instructor: Judi Strauss
Location: Wildwood Kitchen
Resident: $19 / Nonresident: $22 per class
All of them are tasty and some are even
good for you. There will be desserts to
sample in class and extras to take home.
There will also be recipes to take home
and share with the family. Food fee $6
#35263 July 6 Monday 1 - 3 p.m.
cookies to no-bake treats your child will
get a chance to make several different
types of cookies and will have both goodies
and recipes to take home. Food fee $6.
#35267 July 13 Monday 1 - 3 p.m.
Pasta
This dinner time staple is more popular
than ever. In class your child will learn
how to make pasta from scratch. Among
the pastas we’ll try are carrot, broccoli,
and sesame, whole-wheat, sour cream
and many more. There will be hands-on
pasta rolling and some recipes for using
store bought pasta, too. There will also be
recipes to take home. Food fee $6
#35265 July 8 Wednesday 1 - 3 p.m.
Cooking with Tortillas
They are one of the most versatile foods
around yet many of us only use tortillas
in Mexican cooking. In this class your
child will get to make pizzas, roll-ups and
even blintzes out of tortillas. There will
be plenty of hands-on fun in class and
recipes to take home. Food fee $6.
Ages 6 - 12
#35269 July 15
Budding artists will explore one subject matter from an assortment
Wednesday
1 - 3 p.m.
Piece a Pizza
Here is a chance for your child to get
hands on experience making pizza from
scratch including a tasty crust and terrific
toppings. Your child will also get instruction
on making Mexican pizza, pizza bagels and
more. There will plenty to taste in class
and recipes for home. Food fee $6
#35264 July 7 Tuesday 1 - 3 p.m.
Crazy for Chocolate
Chocolate is one of those foods that
almost everybody loves. Cooking with
chocolate can be enjoyable, too. From the
basics of working with chocolate to baked
treats this class will give your child plenty
of ways to indulge. They will get a chance
to taste plenty of chocolate treats and will
have recipes to take home. Food fee: $6
#35266 July 9 Thursday 1 - 3 p.m.
Where Do Bagels Come From?
We love them toasted with cream cheese
and jelly, or top browned with pizza sauce
and cheese, still how many of us have ever
made bagels? In this class your child will
learn how to make bagels from start to
finish. They will also get to sample their
bagels with assorted toppings. Recipes and
samples will be sent home, too. Food fee $6.
#35268 July 14 Tuesday 1-3 p.m.
Ages 6 - 12
Workshop
Fruit Bowl
Fruit is one of nature’s most perfect
foods. Chock full of vitamins, minerals,
and fiber. While most children like to eat
fruit, studies show American children are
not eating enough fruit. In class your child
will get hands on experience with new
and different fruit recipes with plenty of
recipes to bring home. Food fee $6.
#35270 July 16
Thursday 1 - 3 p.m.
Ages 5 - 13
Camp Globo’s Spanish immersion day camp provides your child with the
opportunity to learn and use the Spanish language while enjoying all
the fun and adventure of summer camp. The immersion method allows
children of all Spanish skill levels (even no experience with the language)
to enjoy and learn from the camp. Campers will spend their days
immersed in the Spanish language while enjoying the beautiful outdoors
of the Wildwood Cultural Center engaging in arts/crafts, games, music,
water play, and more! Weekly themes guide the activities. Children
should bring a packed a lunch, wear sunscreen, and bring a bathing suit
& towel for outdoor water play! Please visit www.CampGlobo.com for
more information on the program or contact [email protected] or
330-203-1514.
Instructor: Camp Globo
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
#35261 July 27 – 31 Monday - Friday Mexican Fiesta #35262 August 3 – 7 Monday - Friday Wild Woods of Wildwood Resident: $130 / Nonresident: $140
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Spend time learning about and replicating some Master Artists with
Young Rembrandts. We will draw a variety awe- inspiring images from
many familiar artistic masters, all while exploring different media. We
will create a large scene reminiscent to Roy Lichtenstein’s “Still Life
with Figurine” from 1974. We will explore the many ways to illustrate
shadow and light using techniques that Lichtenstein used. We become
caricaturists and create unique cartoons of many famous artists. The final
day allows us to explore pastels chalks as we learn about Paul Cezanne
and his mastery of light and color. We become Masters ourselves! No
experience necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock on the last day.
Instructor: Young Rembrandt’s staff
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center - Blue Room
#35355
August 3 - 7 Monday – Friday 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident: $70 / Nonresident: $80
 Birds Multi -Media Drawing
 Spanish Immersion Camp
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 Master Artists Drawing Workshop
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of directions in this five-day workshop. We will explore birds using
a different media or art technique each day. By Day 5, we will have
completed a wonderfully creative collection of bird drawings. We
will draw a flamingo, an eagle, a toucan, a dove, a wintry birdhouse
and more. Artists will use pencils, thin and broad-tipped markers,
SharpiesTM, color pencils, cut-paper and pastels. Outside of practicing
and refining our standard drawing and coloring skills, students will also
learn a style of cross-hatching, cut-paper mosaic and chalk pastel
techniques. Join us for a medley of birds as we master multi-media!
Instructor: Young Rembrandt’s staff
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center - Blue Room
#35354
July 13 - 17
Monday – Friday 10 - 11:30 a.m.
Resident: $70 / Nonresident: $80
 A ustralian Adventures Drawing
Workshop
Ages 6 - 12
We can’t wait to take a tour of Australia. This workshop will provide us
plenty of opportunity to try different techniques and media all in the hopes
of challenging our artistic skills. Day 1 highlights the Australian Opera House
and its unique shell shaped design. We will create a graphic version of this
remarkable structure for a dramatic representation. We will go Down Under as
we explore cartooning with Australian-related jokes and scenes. And we will
finish off this workshop with a powerful pastel drawing of a furry koala bear.
Pastels are a unique medium and allow us the opportunity to practice some
truly sophisticated techniques. We will walk away with several Australianthemed drawings to impress everyone. No experience necessary. Please wear
an old shirt or smock on the last day. Instructor: Young Rembrandt’s staff
Location: Wildwood Cultural Center - Blue Room
#35356 August 10 – 14
Monday – Friday
1 – 2:30 p.m.
Resident: $70 / Nonresident: $80
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Program Locations
Edward R Walsh Park
Black Brook Golf Course
Civic Center Park
Civic Center Waterpark
Civic Center Amphitheatre
Community Center
Eleanor B. Garfield Park
Krueger Park
Maypine Farm
Mentor Beach Park
Mentor Ice Arena
Mentor High School Stadium
Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina
Mentor Municipal Center
Morton Pool & Park
Old Council Hall
Taft Elementary School
Wildwood Cultural Center
7221 Bellflower Rd.
8900 Lakeshore Blvd.
8600 Munson Rd.
8600 Munson Rd.
8600 Munson Rd.
8600 Munson Rd.
7967 Mentor Ave.
7556 Chillicothe Rd.
32700 White Rd, Wlby Hills
7779 Lakeshore Blvd.
8600 Munson Rd.
6477 Center St.
8365 Harbor Dr.
8500 Civic Center Blvd.
9325 Rosemary Ln.
7250 Jackson St.
1580 E. 332nd St., Eastlake
7645 Little Mountain Rd.
season, or you can receive a full refund. It takes two
to three weeks to process a refund check. Credit
card payees will receive credit on their account
within a few days.
all 44060 zip codes are Mentor resident addresses.
Mentor School District and the City of Mentor
corporate limits are not the same. Mentor residents
receive priority in registration and discounted fees.
Course Refunds
Please choose your camps and courses carefully.
There is a $10 administative fee for courses and
camps canceled by the customer up to 24 hours
before the camp begins. No refunds will be issued
once a camp begins. (Camps beginning Monday
must be canceled before the previous Friday to
receive any refund). Participants may transfer the
full course amount to another trip/class/program
within the same season to avoid the administrative
fee. Students assume risk of change in personal
affairs or health.
Kirtland and Kirtland Hills Residents
The City of Mentor has a reciprocal agreement with
Kirtland and Kirtland Hills that allows the residents
of these communities to register for programs and
pay the resident fee. Residents of these cities must
wait until nonresident registration to register and
proof or residency is a current utility bill with name
and address on it and a photo identification may be
required. The City of Mentor’s reciprocal agreement
with the City of Mentor-on-the-Lake has ended and
will no longer be available.
Inclement Weather Cancellations
We make every attempt to hold camps as
scheduled. Contact the Recreation Department at
(440) 974-5720 to inquire concerning inclement
weather. Please do not assume a camp or course
is scheduled if the weather is bad. In case of “Act
of God” cancellations, the Recreation Department
Wildwood Members
reserves the right to terminate any class/activity
Current Wildwood Members may take a 10%
discount off the regularly charged fee (resident or that results in less than the scheduled number of
nonresident) on all programs offered at Wildwood sessions, without issuing a refund.
Cultural Center and may register on the first day of Photo Policy
resident registration.
We often take photos of our programs, special
events, camps and general activities. These photos
Mentor Residency
Mentor residents live within the corporate limits of are used exclusively by the City of Mentor and may
the City of Mentor. Proof of residency is a current appear in any of our publications, both electronic
utility bill with both name and address on it along and print , and our website. If you wish not to be
with photo identification and may be required. Not photographed, please tell the photographer.
People with Disabilities
We encourage persons with disabilities to participate
in all programs offered by the Parks & Recreation
Department. Please notify us in advance if special
arrangements should be arranged in order to make
participation possible. TDD available.
Questions? Call the Mentor Recreation Department a (440) 974-5720 or visit www.cityofmentor.com/play/summercamps. Make all checks payable to The City of Mentor
Grade
as of 9/15
Registrant
Birth
Date
Camp Name
Reg
Code
Start
Date
Start
Time
Fee
1.
2.
3.
To receive a receipt, please provide an email address. All receipts, along with weekly camp letters and reminders will be emailed.
Please note: Once you have registered for a class/camp, there will be no full refund unless the City of Mentor cancels the class/camp
All Information Below is Required
Registrant’s Address
City/State/Zip
Mother’s Name
Address
Home Phone
Cell Phone
Email Address
Daytime Phone
Father’s Name
Address
Home Phone
Cell Phone
Email Address
Daytime Phone
Registration Total:
Check #
440.974.5720
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CITY OF MENTOR
Visa / MasterCard
2015 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
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City of Mentor
Department of Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities
8500 Civic Center Blvd.
Mentor, Ohio 44060
Look for the Red Dot! 
TAKE $5 OFF EACH CAMP MARKED WITH A RED DOT IF YOU REGISTER BEFORE MAY 1!
CAMP REGISTRATION begins January 26 for residents and
January 27 for nonresidents!
Check us out on the web:
www.cityofmentor.com/play
or call us at 440.974.5720
This brochure is printed on recycled paper with soy-based ink.