2011 Summer Camps at Delta
Delta College hosts a number of summer camps for area kids and teens on its main campus and Planetarium.
Camp Health & Wellness
For students entering grades 9-12
June 13-15 from 9 am to 3 pm
Delta College
The camp is designed to introduce students to the various health-related careers within the Health Sciences Career Pathway. Each day students will attend hands-on sessions led by local health professionals, college and career center instructors. Participants will have an opportunity to train in adult CPR and learn about professionalism and employability skills.
The cost is only a $10 non-refundable registration fee per participant (thanks to a number of generous sponsors). For more information on Camp Health & Wellness, visit www.delta.edu/health or contact Kara Jimenez at 989-686-9286 or karajimenez@delta.edu.
Basketball Camp
For high school girls
June 17-18
Delta College Pioneer Gym
For high school boys
June 24-25
Delta College Pioneer Gym
Register your basketball team for a two-day basketball shootout at Delta College. Battle for the best on the Pioneer courts with five guaranteed games and certified referees. Players will receive a t-shirt and coaches get a polo.
Cost is $350 for each varsity team ($100 deposit due May 20). For more information about the girls camp, call 989-686-9423 or email kellybeckmanmiller@delta.edu. For more information about the boys camp, call 989-686-9527 or email alonziegriffin@delta.edu.
Golf for Life Camp
Boys and girls ages 5-18
June 20-24, July 11-15 or Aug. 1-5
9am - 5pm at Delta College
This camp offers beginner to advanced curriculum for young golfers. No equipment or prior experience is required. Each child will receive 40 hours of professional instruction and will be taught the game, core values and proper technique. Each camp culminates with a round of golf at Maple Leaf Golf Course, and a coupon for a $1 round of golf when accompanied by an adult.
Cost is $185, or $200 when when registering less than seven days before the camp (with the exception of the June 20-24 camp). Cost includes daily lunch and a workbook. For a full camp activity schedule and registration information, visit the Bullseye Golf Foundation website.
Wondering Why Camp
Boys & girls ages 7-11
June 20-23 from 8am - 4pm
Delta College Planetarium
Fun activities will include arts and crafts, science (astronomy, biology and ecology), exploring nature and many other "adventures in curiosity". Highlights include archery at Tobico Marsh recreation area, sailing on the Appledore Tall Ship, a fossil and treasure hunt at the Bay County Museum, Wii game tournament and grossology program at the library, expressing yourself through art at Studio 23 and all things space at the Planetarium.
Cost is $185 and will include activities, daily lunch and snacks, fees, transportation and supplies. Call (989) 667-2260 to register today. Advance registration with full payment required at Delta College Planetarium & Learning Center.
Asthma Camp
For ages 7-9
June 27 from 9am - 3pm
Delta College
For ages 10-12
June 29 from 9am - 3pm
Delta College
The purpose of the camp is to provide an opportunity for children to learn about asthma. The camp provides interaction with other children with asthma in a fun and safe environment. Asthma Camp supervisors are Registered Respiratory Therapists and the mentors are second-year Delta College Respiratory Therapy students.
Children attending should bring rescue and midday medications, a towel, swim suit, and tennis shoes.
A parent or legal guardian is required to accompany the child to Delta to complete emergency information forms. Parking is in the F-wing parking lot on the northwest corner of campus. Lunch will be provided and the cost to attend is free. Due to limited space, pre-register as soon as possible with Tim Heinz at 989-686-9435 or timheinz@delta.edu.
Construction and Technology Camp
For students entering middle school - 12th grade
July 18-21 from 8am - 5pm
Delta College
Students will use their head and hands to create projects using clean energy, automotive technology, computer aided drafting, carpentry and welding. See how technology is used in high-demand jobs in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Cost is $195. Lunch and transportation are available at additional cost. Complete and return the registration form (PDF). For more information, contact Christine Schaefer at 989-631-5890 or cschaefer@mcesa.k12.mi.us.
Scholarship and volunteer information is available on the MCESA website.
Kids College
For students entering 3rd - 6th grades
July 11-14 and 18-21
Delta College
Kids College is a youth development program which offers enrichment opportunities during the summer. The program offers challenging as well as fun and exciting classes for children going into 3rd-6th grades. A full list of activities and registration information is available at www.delta.edu/kidscollege.
Cost is $130/week and includes daily lunch and a T-shirt or $75 for half days (without lunch or a T-shirt).