Florence Marina State Park – Junior Ranger Program
July 11, 2010 by SLitz
Filed under Summer Camps
Here’s a fun way to get your children outdoors… Help them work toward earning a Junior Ranger badge!
The Junior Ranger Program is sponsored by Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites to help children ages 6-12 experience nature first-hand, explore Georgia’s fascinating history and enjoy outdoor recreational activities.
When: Monday, Jul 12, 2010 until Thursday, Jul 15, 2010
Time: 10 AM to 3 PM
Who: Children ages 6 to 12 will experience nature first-hand with live animal programs, nature hikes, and nature oriented arts and crafts. Come become a Junior Ranger!
Cost: $20.00 plus $5 parking. 229-838-4706.
Where: Florence Marina State Park
218 Florence Road
Omaha, GA 31821
Distance: from Columbus, approximately 36 minutes / 29.05 miles
For more information: Georgia State Parks Junior Ranger Program
Book: Free Junior Ranger Activity Books are available at all 63 of Georgia’s State Parks & Historic Sites. You can also download the book online in pdf format (2.9 MB).
Badges: By following the guidelines in the Junior Ranger Activity Book, your kids can work their way through three badge levels. Choose from a list of 16 different badge requirements that will get you outdoors and help you learn about nature. Kids age 7 – 10 must complete 5 activities and those aged 11 – 14 must complete 8 activities.
Camps & Workshops. Some parks and historic sites offer Junior Ranger day camps or workshops, usually during summer. To view upcoming Junior Ranger events and camps, click here.
CSU Children’s Blog
June 12, 2010 by SLitz
Filed under Summer Camps
Columbus State University’s Continuing Education Department has its very own Children’s blog!
Check out the CE Children’s Blog to find out what’s happening with their Activ8 program this week.
- Find fun games for kids
- Get advice on difficult parenting issues
- Connect with Continuing Education instructors and students through CE Connected social networking
- Learn about upcoming courses
CLICK HERE to visit the CE Children’s Blog TODAY!
Email assistance@colstate.edu
Phone 706.507.8070
Kids Cooking Camp
May 31, 2010 by cbowman
Filed under Summer Camps
The Village Kitchen of Lewis Jones
presents
Kids Go Around the World of Food
June 7-10 (ages 5-6)
June 14-17 (ages 7-9)
June 21-24 (ages 10+)
9 a.m. – Noon
Children will learn about grocery shopping, kitchen basics adn safety and kid-friendly foods from around the world. Lunch will be served daily. Parent can choose a day to have lunch with their children during the camp.
Location:
The Village Kitchen of Lewis Jones.
1332 13th Street, Columbus
Cost: $125
Info: 706-507-7676
Test Drive Activ8 at the Landings
May 29, 2010 by cbowman
Filed under Summer Camps
ACTIV8 FUN at “The Market” on May 29th!
Spend Saturday morning with us and let your kids sample some great Activ8 activities. We will have free face painting and the Coca Cola Space Science Center will bring rockets to build and launch. (See schedule below)
8am-12pm: Activ8 Mini Take-Home Projects
- Mosaic Art pieces
- Rain SticksTotem Bank
- Sea Shell plaque
- Create your own adventure book about your visit to the Market at the Landings
10-11am: Coca Cola Space Science Center
- Build & Launch Rockets
10am – 12pm: Free Face Painting
Join us for lots of fun activities and giveaways. Stop by and sign-up for your chance to win $25 toward an Activ8 summer camp of your choice. Some restrictions apply.
Call 706-507-8070
