Camps

 

2013 SUMMER CAMPS

Outdoor Summer Adventure/Nature Day Camps

(Limited enrollment) Cost:   $38.48 (Includes Tax)                   

FUN! - Camps should above all be fun.  We are committed to providing an atmosphere that encourages learning and at the same time offers kids a chance to be kids!  We want each camper to leave camp having made new friends, experienced new things and enjoyed the best week of his or her summer! 

While each experience provides unique programs on age and interests, all are rich in adventure, community, and education and will prove to be a fun-filled week of new and exciting events for youth ages 3-4. The camp location will vary between Mineral Springs Park and Manthey Park.   On June 20th, the program will be held at Manthey Park - all other days it will be at Mineral Springs Park.   A letter will be sent out two weeks with more information on events and locations. 

 

Little Adventurers-TADPOLES

Ages 3-4 -- must be toilet trained

Limit of 12 (minimum of 8) 

Cost:  $38.48 (Includes Tax)

Session I: June 3-6 (rain date June 7)              8:30 AM -12:00 PM

Session II: June 17-20 (rain date June 21)       1:00 PM - 4:30 PM (June 20th at Manthey Park)

Session III: July 8-11(rain date July 12)            8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Session IV: July 15-18(rain date July 19)          1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Location: Mineral Springs Park

 Camp Tadpoles is for 3-4 year olds who are ready for a half – day camp for little ones, but not quite ready for a full  fledge exploring camp. (Mom can’t come to camp with us.  We’re big kids now!).   Every day will be an adventure as we will set sail on a mission, play games, sing songs, eat snacks, make crafts and enjoy more outdoor fun.  Each day we’ll dig into a different nature theme.  We’ll prowl the wooded trails looking for squirrels and rabbits, dip our nets into the ponds for tadpoles and turtles, munch a tasty snack and create woodsy crafts to take home.

 

SPORTS CAMPS

FUN! - Camps should above all be fun.  We are committed to providing an atmosphere that encourages learning and at the same time offers kids a chance to be kids!  We want each camper to leave camp having made new friends, experienced new things and enjoyed the best week of his or her summer! 

LEARNING THROUGH SPORTS - Not only do we hope to lay the foundation for a lifelong relationship with sports, we also aspire to use sports participation and learning as a means to improve self confidence, enhance the love and enjoyment of sports through skills development and to reinforce the importance of fairness, cooperation and team play.

This year the Sports Camps are geared strictly to ages 3-5 who have not attended kindergarten.  The overall goal of the camps however remains constant. By providing a healthy and safe camp environment and a curriculum based on true sports instruction and fun, we hope to plant the seeds for a lifetime of sports passion, appreciation and above all, participation. 

In these programs, campers have the opportunity to learn from experienced staff that provides the right mix of instruction and encouragement.  

These are great first -time introductions to a variety of sports!    The Kids love it! 

 

Little Tykes Sports

For:  Children ages 3, 4, 5 years old who have not attended Kindergarten (Must be toilet trained to attend)

Location:  Dartts Park Small Softball Field with the exception of June 17th where it will be held at the Soccer Complex.

What:  T-ball, Soccer, Kickball,Track events and other sports

Cost:  $21.38 per session (Includes Tax)

 2013 Dates and Times:
 5:30-6:20PM          Session 1     Mondays             3 & 4 year olds            June 3, 10, 17, 24 (June 17,  at Lincoln and Soccer  Complex)

 5:30-6:20PM          Session 2     Tuesdays            4 & 5 year olds             May 28, June 4, 11, 18 

 5:30-6:20PM          Session 3     Wednesdays       3 & 4 year olds             May 29, June 5, 12, 19

 5:30-6:20PM          Session 4     Thursdays          4 & 5 year olds            May 30, June 6, 13, 20

 6:30-7:20PM          Session 5     Mondays             3 & 4 year olds            June 3, 10, 17, 24 (June 17 at     Lincoln and Soccer Complex)

 6:30-7:20PM          Session 6     Tuesdays            3 & 4 year olds             May 28, June 4, 11, 18

 6:30-7:20PM          Session 7     Wednesdays       4 & 5 year olds            May 29, June 5, 12,19

 6:30-7: 20PM         Session 8     Thursdays          3 & 4 year olds             May 30, June 6, 13, 20

 5:30-6:20PM          Session 9     Mon-Thurs.       3 & 4 year olds             July 22,23,24,25

 6:30-7:20PM          Session 10    Mon-Thurs       4 & 5 year olds             July 22,23,24,25

This program serves as an introduction to the world of sports for children just starting out and as an alternative to specialty camps for young athletes who are not quite ready to focus on just one sport.  Participants will have the opportunity to dabble in the world of sports or sport related activities.  All sport and activities will be modified to ensure success for the preschoolers.   Sessions take place in a safe environment and sports are played through a series of games and activities designed to ensure learning and most importantly fun, fun, fun.  No previous experience is required in any of the sports to participate.  All the sports promote hand-eye co-ordination, motor skills, group participation and communication skills.  Tennis shoes and socks must be worn to class and snacks will be served.  Adult participation with their child is welcomed.  Children must be toilet trained to attend.  Sessions are limited to 15 with staff ratio of 1-5 participants.  The program will be 50 minutes in length. 

 

Little Tykes Multi-Sport Camp

Minimum 8, Maximum 12

Cost:  $38.48 (Includes Tax)

Location: Brown Park

(Ages 3-5 and not in Kindergarten)

Session I:  June 10-13       8:30-12:00 Noon   (Make Up June 14)

Session II:  June 17-20      8:30-12:00 Noon   (Make Up June 21)

Session III: July 8-11         1:00-4:30 PM   (Make Up July 12)

Session IV: July 15-18       8:30-12:00 Noon   (Make up July 19)

Session V: July 22-25        1:00-4:30 PM   (Make Up July 26)

Session VI: July 29-Aug. 1   8:30-12:00 Noon (Make Up Aug. 2)

 

This camp will be a more in depth spin on a variety of sports offered through our Little Tyke Sports.  A typical day will consist of: developing body participation, fun, team work, crafts, snacks, games, introduction and instruction to a variety of sports, and exercise will be encouraged as some skills and drills will be taught.  All sport and activities will be modified to ensure success of each participant.  Sessions take place in a safe environment and sports are played through a series of games and activities designed to ensure learning and most importantly fun, fun, fun.  All the sports promote hand-eye coordination, motor skills, group participation and communication skills.  Tennis shoes and socks must be worn.  Children must be toilet trained to attend. 

 

New Program this summer of 2013!    Owatonna Pickleball

Owatonna Picklball in partnership with Owatonna Park and Recreation will be offering a three week/two daya a week summer pickleball class for youth.  Pickleball is an up and coming sport for all ages.  Pickleball is a cross between badminton, tennis and ping-pong.  It is played on a slightly smaller court then tennis and uses a paddle and a wiffle ball.  This is a great opportunity for youth to learn a new sport, excellent exercise and spend an hour with other youth of the community.  The classes will be offered at Manthey Park where the tennis courts have been marked for pickleball play.  Members of the Pickleball group in Owatonna will be instructors for the afternoon classes.  A limited number of participants will be accepted so that actual playtime will be at a maximum.  Interested to find out how the sport is played go on-line to www.pickleball.com

Picklball classes will be held for 7-10 year olds from 1:00-2:00 pm and for 11-13 year olds from 2:00-3:00 pm.  Classes begin on Thursday, July 11th.   Colst will include an Owatonna Picklball shirt and use of paddles and wiffle balls.  

 

Safety Camp 2013

Steele County will be having a two day “Kids Safety Camp” on June 13 and 14, 2013 for youth currently in the 3rd rade, who will be entering the 4th grade in the fall.  The camp is held at the Lake Kohlmier boat landing and the Fairgrounds and runs from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day.  Along with fun and games, the kids will learn about fishing safety, boat/canoe safety, camping/hiking, bike safety, firearms safety, lst aid, electrical safety, fire safety, outdoor equipment safety, and much more.  The cost for the program is $20.00/person that will help cover the cost of lunches, snacks, beverages, and safety items each child will receive during the 2 days.  In addition each child will receive a camp T-shirt, a certificate of completion and a team picture.

Registration will take place at the Owatonna Fire Deparptment May 6-17th , Monday-Friday  8:00am-4:30pm.

 

Summer 2013 Learn to Skate – Hockey

Cool Off This Summer With

Learn To Skate Hockey For Boys And Girls!

Tuesday, Wednesday Evenings ~ June 18,19,25,26, July 2,3,9,10,16,17   6:15-7:15 PM

$55 for ice time (Equipment Rental is Extra)

Helmet and Skates required for everyone

Helmet available to rent from Owatonna Youth Hockey before first evening of lessons.

Skates available to rent from Straight River Sports and Fitness 507-451-1666

For Further information email Deb at debmandt@charter.net

Attention OYHA Hockey Players:

Watch the www.owatonnahockey.com website for great summer camp opportunities.