Summer Activities Abound in Greater Tulsa
By KELSY LORIN TAYLOR
Web Editor and Feature Writer
This year, the Tulsa area has an array of educational and exciting summer camps for children of all ages to enjoy. From canoeing to dancing, the summer will be filled with endless activities until the school year begins.
Camp Raven will spread throughout 120 wooded acres and offer endless outdoor fun for all at Riverfield Country Day School. Fishing, river rafting, hiking, rock climbing, swimming, tree house building, sports, music and art are only a few of the planned activities. Visit www.riverfield.org or call 918-446-3553 for more information.
River Run Farm has a beautiful setting that is composed of pastureland and ponds that are situated on 40 acres. The camp will bring children an understanding of all things equestrian through fun activities, lessons and daily rides. For more information, visit www.riverrunfarmok.com or call 918-227-2508.
Soon to launch are the Tulsa Air and Space Museum’s summer camps. These exciting sessions throughout the upcoming months will teach campers about aviation, robotics, rocketry and space exploration. For additional details, visit www.tulsaairandspacemuseum.com or call 918-834-9900.
Camp Loughridge is also a wonderful option for families to consider. Boasting over 200 acres and three lakes, the opportunities for exploring are endless. The Christian-based experience offers crafts, swimming, canoeing, archery, challenge courses, court sports and games. Backpacking trips are also a popular opportunity. For more information, visit www.camploughridge.com or call 918-446-4194.
Camp Gilcrease will inspire all in attendance through beautiful art and creative expression. Making use of the resources at the Gilcrease Museum of Art, campers will learn how to create their own works of art during the weekly sessions. An art show will display their creations at the end of camp for family and friends to see. To learn more about available scholarships to the camp, visit www.gilcrease.utulsa.edu or call 918-596-2737.
Miss Helen’s Private School is sure to bring unique educational opportunities to campers throughout the summer. The theme is accentuating the positive and a variety of activities will be offered including art lessons, sewing, chess, gardening, cooking and games. For enrollment information, visit www.misshelens.com or call 918-622-2327.
The Tulsa Parks Department is also offering summer camps that will begin soon. Sports, games, art and field trips are being planned. Campers will have the opportunity to visit places such as Big Splash, bowling alleys and will catch the latest movies at theaters.
Area YMCA’s will yet again bring a variety of fun summer camps to children. Swimming, character development, outdoor adventures and sports will keep campers busy. For more information, visit www.ymcatulsa.org.
To learn more about the above mentioned summer camps and others, visit www.gtrnews.com.
Updated 05-18-2011
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