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Summer Sun ’09
Inside:
Summer Semester
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Boys & Girls Club,
Natrona County
Public Library
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The Casper
Museum Consortium
Page 4
Casper Recreation
& Aquatics
Page 7
Youth Job
Training Program
Page 8
Casper Family YMCA,
Summer Lunches
Page 9
Boy and Girl Scouts
Page 10
Fun in Midwest
Page 10 A guide to free and low-cost activities and
programs to keep your children engaged and
active during the summer.
Summer Semester Boys & Girls Club
High School (9-12) Driver’s Education Hours for all sites are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and the cost
Location: Frontier Middle School Classroom and lab to join any of the sites is $50 per week.
Semester 1 Semester 2 Location: NCHS Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome at each of the four
Morning classes Morning classes Session 1: June 1 - 13 branches, and the main club offers a free teen program for
Mon-Fri, June 11 - July 1 Mon-Fri, July 13 - July 31 Session 2: June 15 - 27 ages 13 to 18.
7 - 11:20 a.m. 7 - 11:20 a.m. Session 3: July 13 - 25 For more information, call 235-5694.
Courses: Courses: Register: May 18, 7 a.m. at the
Integrated Math I Integrated Math I Fairgrounds Center, 2000 Casper St. Main Club Evansville Elementary Paradise Valley Mills Elementary
Pre-Algebra Pre-Algebra Tuition: $375 (payment due at 1701 E. K St. 425 Albany Elementary 420 2nd St.
Algebra I Algebra I registration) 235-5694 253-6408 22 Magnolia 253-3783
Biology Biology 253-1200
Other Classes Offered for 16+ (Call
Physical Science Physical Science 253-4308 for more information)
English/Language Arts I (English 9) English/Language Arts I (English 9) Youth Build (Construction
English/Language Arts II (English 10) English/Language Arts II (English 10) Comprehensive) - Offered both
English/Language Arts III (English 11) English/Language Arts III (English 11)
Modern U.S. History
(Modern American Studies)
Modern U.S. History
(Modern American Studies)
semesters, morning, afternoon or
all day Natrona County Public Library
Welding I - Offered both semesters, Main: 307 E. Second St., 237-4935
U.S. History Comprehensive U.S. History Comprehensive morning, afternoon or all day www.natronacountylibrary.org
(Social Studies 9) (Social Studies 9) ProStart (Food Service) - Offered
Language Arts Lab Language Arts Lab The library’s summer reading program will run from June A summer reading program, “Express Yourself @ Your
second semester in the afternoon
Fitness/Conditioning Activities Recreation Sports 3 to July 31, with a creative theme: Build, draw, write, paint, Library,” also will be held for teens entering grades seven
Misc. workplace experience (Work
Afternoon classes Afternoon classes dance, sing, explore and create! through 12, with many entertaining events and incentives
Experience) - Offered both
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Children preschool through sixth grade can keep their to keep teens reading.
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Mon-Fri, June 11 - July 1 Mon-Fri, July 13 - July 31 semesters
11:50 a.m. - 4:10 p.m. 11:50 a.m. - 4:10 p.m. minds and bodies active this summer by participating in
CNA training through Casper
Courses: Courses: the Natrona County Public Library’s 2009 summer reading
College - Dates TBD
Geometry Geometry program, “Be Creative @ Your Library.”
Workforce Investment Act (WIA) -
Algebra I Algebra I Read books to earn prizes and discover a summer filled
Classes such as CDL (Class A or
Algebra II Algebra II with activities to stretch your imagination. Sign-ups start
B) and heavy equipment. This is
Physical Science Physical Science Monday, June 3, at all library branches (downtown, Mills and
a class for students transitioning
English/Language Arts I (English 9) English/Language Arts I (English 9) Edgerton), including the Bookmobile. Don’t miss exciting
from school to work. Call 253-4308
English/Language Arts II (English 10) English/Language Arts II (English 10) and imaginative events at your library throughout the
for complete information and age
English Composition English Composition summer, including:
requirements.
(Senior Composition) (Senior Composition) Band - TBD “Qwest of the Junkyard Dragon” - June 10
U.S. History Comprehensive U.S. History Comprehensive “Stories & Songs with Bett Kopit” - June 17
(Social Studies 9) Elementary and Middle School “Poetry in Motion” - July 8
(Social Studies 9)
World History - Overview Natrona County elementary and “Patti Smithsonian, Puppeteer” - July 15
World History - Overview
Language Arts Lab middle schools will provide summer “The Elstun’s Comedy Magic Hour” - July 29
Language Arts Lab
Recreation Sports programs for those students who would
Fitness/Conditioning Activities
benefit from a jumpstart remediation Summer Bookmobile Schedule
Summer Semester Registration Information opportunity. Schools will be sending Can’t make it to the library? Look library’s summer reading program and
Mon-Fri, May 18 - May 29 * 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. invitations to eligible students. for the Bookmobile this summer at the to check out books and other items! Bookmobile stops:
2000 Casper St. * 253-4343 or 258-8222 Don’t see a class you need? Call Casper Rec Center, Boys & Girls Clubs The Bookmobile also will visit June 10, 24; July 8, 22;
Tuition: $20 per class per semester (payment is due at registration and is 253-4343 or 258-8222 and ask and various stops throughout town. students attending summer school. and August 5 at the
nonrefundable) about virtual classes! Students participating in these For a full list of bookmobile stops, pick Casper Recreation Center, from
A parent/guardian must be available for a signature on the registration form if Tuition is $250, which summer programs should bring their up a schedule at any library branch or 2 to 3:20 p.m., and the Boys &
the student is under 18. Daily attendance is mandatory. is refundable when you library cards with them on the dates visit www.natronacountylibrary.org/ Girls Clubs from 4:15 to 5 p.m.
* Note: Busing, breakfast and lunch will be provided for grades 9-12. successfully complete the course. listed to the right to participate in the bookmobile.php.
The Casper Museum Consortium MUSEUMS, continued from page 4
Fort Caspar Museum burgers and much more!
4001 Fort Caspar Rd. Schedule of events Artist in Residence Bubbles, Bugs & Blubber who searches for planets of his own to
235-8462 Junior Army Scout kickoff, TBD Artist in Residence will run July 13 The Science Zone offers four weeks protect and warm. Along the way, he
www.fortcasparwyoming.com Wyoming Fiddlers Association, to 31. of summer programs beginning July 1. meets other stars, learns what makes
1 p.m. Classes will be held Monday through each star special and discovers that
Explorers Club
Youth Chautauqua performances, Thursday for kindergarten through stars combine to form clusters and
The Explorers Club is a weekly
2 p.m. sixth grade, and will create an exciting galaxies. Little Star also learns about
program for ages 5 and up. Join us
Wyoming Fiddlers Association, environment to experience a variety of planets and our Solar System.
every Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m. June
11 to July 30. Hands-on activities each 3:30 p.m. scientific concepts.
Astronomyths -
week will be a great way to learn about Youth Chautauqua performances,
Week 1 – Science Zone Classics Tuesday through Saturday June 6 to
Wyoming’s past! The program is free 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Everyone’s favorite classes, such as Bug Sept. 5, 7 p.m.
with admission. All children must be Other programs and activities,
Passport to Adventure Hunt Appetit, The Super Cold Show, Slimesations Astronomyths combines the
accompanied by an adult. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and more.
It’s back! mythology of familiar constellations with
The Casper Museum Consortium is Nicolaysen Art Week 2 – It’s Easy Being Green! astronomical discoveries associated
Youth Chautuaqua Camp
proud to bring you the eighth annual Discover how to generate your own power, with them. This program may change
Does your child like to act, write, Museum cook with solar energy and build recycled
Passport to Adventure Hunt! You have dress up or read? Do they enjoy 400 E. Collins the way you look at the night sky
creations.
until August 31 to go to six of the 11 history? Are they entering fifth through 235-5247 forever!
www.thenic.org Week 3 – It’s All About Me!
museums in the passport, answer eighth grade next year? If so, then Fort Experiment with the science behind
a question and get your passport Caspar Museum has the summer camp Nic Fest 2009 Black Holes -
nutrition, fitness and health.
stamped. Then, your answer sheet goes for them! Nic Fest will be held June 26 - 28 Week 4 – Chemistry, Biology & Physics, Tuesday through Saturday
into a drawing for some awesome Fort Caspar Youth Chautauqua this year. Come by and enjoy a day Oh, My! June 6 to Sept. 5, 8 p.m.
grand prize packages, including Camp 2009 will run from July 20 to 25. fun and culture! Create cool concoctions, make things grow Black Holes takes you on a journey
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everything you need for an Alcova Camp participants will spend a week and spin out of control! through one of the most mystifying,
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Programs
beach party or tickets to theater with professional historic performers awe-inspiring phenomena in the
Here is a list of some of the programs
performances and symphony concerts! and local volunteers researching a Call The Science Zone for more universe: a black hole. Where do they
The Nic will offer this summer. Call for
Passports will be delivered to NCSD Wyoming history character, writing information or to register. come from? Where do they go? How do
more information and to register.
kindgergarten through sixth-grade a script and acting on stage. The we find them?
Wild Kingdom Kritters
students at their schools, or they may be camp will conclude with student and Ode to Matisse The Casper Planetarium
picked up at any Casper museum. For 904 N. Poplar St. Astronomy Camp
professional performances on Friday, What was Warhol Thinking?
more information, call Rachel at 577-0310 In Astronomy Camp, students can
July 24, and at the Fort Caspar Frontier Chagall for All www.natronaschools.org experience the wonders of our universe
267-1618. Festival on Saturday, July 25. Born to Bead Wild The Planetarium will be closed through hands-on activities without
The program is free but space is I Love to Draw July 4 and Parade Day.
Museum Adventure Quest Camp leaving Earth! It gives students the
limited to 30 students on a first-come, I Love to Paint
Seven museums. Five days. Thirty opportunity to observe and investigate
first-served basis. The camp will be This Month’s Sky -
campers. A priceless adventure! Art Camp the sun, stars, solar system and
held at the museum and runs July 20 - July 6, Aug. 1, Sept. 5, 7 p.m.
The Museum Adventure Quest The Summer Art Camp will run June beyond. Astronomy Camp is a fun way
23 from 1 to 5 p.m.; July 24 from 1 to 9 Take a walk among the stars ... A
Camp returns for a third season with 8 to 19, and July 6 to 10. for students to develop self-confidence
p.m.; and July 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. planetarium staff member takes you on
many of Casper’s museums joining in science, math and reading.
The Science Zone a tour of the bright stars, constellations
together for a week of exploration and Frontier Festival New to the camp this year is a
Location TBD - please call or and visible planets. Science facts, sky
adventure. The camp will be held daily The Frontier Festival is a fun day for check the Web site for updates computer animation section for 14- to
lore, and myths and legends make this a
from 8:30 a.m. to noon Aug. 3 to 7 at families from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 473-ZONE 16-year-olds. There is a limit of six
wonderfully informative and entertaining
the Izaak Walton League at Fort Caspar 25! Explore the museum gallery and www.thesciencezone.org students for this section.
family program.
Campground. Campers entering fourth fort buildings, visit living history camps The Science Zone will be closed Enrollment for the Astronomy Camp is
through seventh grades will explore, and demonstrations, try your hand at temporarily for restructuring, however, we limited to 15 students and reservations
The Little Star That Could -
discover and create through hands-on spinning wool, discover local history, will hold our summer camps and classes are required. Call the Planetarium for
Tuesday through Saturday
activities. Call Linda at 235-5247 for play games, listen to traditional music, See MUSEUMS, as usual at another location. Please call dates, times, fees and to sign up!
June 6 to Sept. 5, 11 a.m.
more information. watch performances, enjoy buffalo continued on pages 5 and 6 us at 473-9663 for further information or Little Star is an average yellow star See MUSEUMS, continued on page 6
to register for classes.
MUSEUMS, continued from page 5 Casper Recreation Center & Aquatics
development of the Salt Creek and of fun and educational activities that 1801 E. 4th St., 235-8383
Teapot Dome Oil Fields. Plan to will focus on the natural history of
Summer Adventure Camp - June 1 to Aug. 14 1 to 4 p.m. Registration begins half an hour before each age
visit and join in this reflection as birds and their habitats. Campers will
Full camp = $710 group start time. All kids will get a goody bag - no one leaves
we honor the hard work that put play outdoor games and explore the
(or sign up by the week = $80 per child, per week) empty-handed!
Casper on the map of Wyoming! life of birds through discovery hikes,
This 11-week program is available for ages 4 to 12. The Fishing Derby is a free event. If possible, participants
nature journaling, and Field Guide
Activities include games, arts and crafts, field trips, PTA should bring their own poles and lures/bait. North Platte
Oregon Statehood Act and Binocular 101. There is a $25
movies, youth softball league, swimming and more. Walleyes Unlimited will give away a limited number of poles.
Sesquicentennial registration fee and space is limited to
The program runs from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. The
This year is the Sesquicentennial, 25 participants. Registration must be
through Friday, with lunches and transportation provided Fishing Derby is sponsored by the Community Recreation
or 150th anniversary, of the received by July 10. If you would like to
by the Natrona County School District and Casper Area Foundation in cooperation with the Wyoming Game and
National Historic Trails Oregon Statehood Act, which added register for the summer camp or have
Transportation Coalition. The cost of the program includes Fish, North Platte Walleyes Unlimited Fishing Club, and
Interpretive Center Oregon to the Union as our 33rd state any questions about a scholarship,
all activities, lunches and afternoon snacks. (There is a 10 Sportsman’s Warehouse.
1501 N. Poplar St. on February 14, 1859. In honor of the please feel free to call the Audubon or
261-7700 e-mail jryan@audubon.org. percent discount for the second and third child, if registering Gymnastics, Dance and More at the Rec Center!
many families that traveled overland to
The camp will run July 20 and 21 from more than one family member.) Sign up for the entire Youth gymnastics, tennis, dance, swimming lessons and
start a new life in the Oregon territory, the
Through mid-October, the Trails Center 9 a.m. to noon for ages 9 and above, summer or by the week. Due to field trip scheduling and other classes are available throughout the summer at the
theme for this year’s seventh anniversary
will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 7 and July 22 and July 23 from 9 a.m. to special programs, there will be no prorating of fees or half- Casper Recreation Center. Please call 235-8383 or visit the
celebration is “Oregon: Gem of the Far
p.m. seven days a week. noon for ages 5 to 8. day registrations. center for our full programming lineup!
West.” Join us on Aug. 8 and 9 as we
The Bureau of Land Management New this year: All accounts must be paid in full prior
reflect on the events and national debate MAPS Bird Banding A Dip, Anyone?
and the National Historic Trails to May 22. Individuals wishing to make payments for the
that led to the establishment of Oregon The goal of Monitoring Avian Pass options - outdoor pools only
Center Foundation are partners full summer must pay a minimum of $100 per child at
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as a star on our national flag. This family- Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) Good at all outdoor pools,
in managing the Trails Center for the time of registration and complete payments by May
friendly celebration will include guest is to provide long-term data on the including Paradise Valley waterslide
current and future generations of 22. Scholarships for up to $100 per child are available to
speakers, musical entertainment, historic
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visitors! Please contact the Trails Center productivity, survival and population individuals who qualify. The program is also registered Individual - ages 19 and older - $50
reenactors and temporary exhibits. sizes of land bird species. Families Youth - ages 13 to 18 - $45
for more information. through the Department of Family Services; please call us
Please stay tuned to our Web site for are invited to come out to the center Child - ages 5 to 12 - $40
to set up an appointment by May 6 if you are interested in
details as they become available. and observe or even participate in
National Pony Express Association applying for camp through DFS. Early registration is advised Daily admission
Be sure to attend the annual National banding the birds. Banding takes place as space is limited in each age group. Participants must be
Saturday Evening Programs Children under 5 are free at the Aquatic Center and outdoor
Pony Express Association re-ride of the on Tuesdays from 6 to 11 a.m. on the of proper age; birth certificates will be required in the 4-year-
Throughout the summer, the Trails pools, when accompanied by an adult’s admission
historic Pony Express route between following dates: June 9, 16, 23; July 7, old age group.
Center will offer Saturday evening (maximum of two children per adult).
St. Joseph, Mo., and Sacramento, Calif. 14, 21; and Aug. 1 (Banding Festival).
programs that include a variety of guest Casper Family Aquatlic Center
Riders will come through Casper
speakers on Wyoming history topics and Pennies for the Planet Summer Adventure Camp Course Numbers
westbound around June 13, and will stop All ages - $5.50
characters. Please visit our Web site and Teachers: Looking for a meaningful 12805: Age 4 12854: Age 8
at the Trails Center to perform a project to help your students learn about 12817: Age 5 12866: Age 9 Paradise Valley Pool
watch the Casper Journal and Star-
relay of the mail pouches, or mochila. the environment and make a difference 12830: Age 6 12877: Age 10 All ages - $4.50 (includes waterslide)
Tribune for details regarding these public
For more details, visit the official in conservation, too? Check out Pennies 12841: Age 7 12890: Age 11/12
programs! All other outdoor pools
National Pony Express Association Web for the Planet at All ages - $3
site at www.xphomestation.com. www.penniesfortheplanet.org and click
The Audubon Center at Kid’s Fishing Derby - June 6 - Yesness Pond Adult or fitness swims - $1.50
on “For Educators” to download the 9 a.m. to noon - Last names A through M
Salt Creek, Teapot Dome Garden Creek materials you’ll need to start engaging Group rate - Mon - Fri, 1 - 5 p.m. only
101 Garden Creek 1 to 4 p.m. - Last names N through Z
Oil Fields Exhibit your students in real conservation All ages - $2.50
473-1987 The Community Recreation Foundation and the Casper
During the month of July, the Bureau projects around the country. One of The group rate requires a group size of 14 or more
www.audubonwyoming.org Recreation Division will host the 14th annual Kids Fishing
of Land Management will offer a the three projects this year will focus swimmers, with one adult participating for every seven
Derby, Saturday, June 6, at Yesness Pond, for kids ages
temporary exhibit at the Trails Center Junior Bird Academy on sagebrush habitat right here in minors.
14 and under, accompanied by their parents. Due to the
commemorating the establishment The Audubon will hold its annual Wyoming. popularity of this event and limited space, we ask that Wading - all pools
of Casper in 1889, and the roles Junior Bird Academy summer day Kids: Stop by the Audubon Center at families with last names beginning A to M come 9 a.m. to All ages - Free
played in its growth and history by the camp this July. The camp will consist Garden Creek to donate your pennies! noon, and families with last names beginning N to Z fish from See POOLS, continued on page 8
POOLS, continued from page 7 Youth Job Casper Family YMCA
Admission Punch Passes Training Program 315 E. 15th St., 234-9187
Casper Family Aquatic Center only The Casper Workforce Center has received additional www.casperfamilyymca.org
There is a minimum of 10 daily admissions for $45, or more Workforce Investment Act (WIA) youth funding this year due The YMCA offers financial assistance for memberships be responsible for lost or broken items.
admissions may be added at the rate of $4.50 per punch to the stimulus package. and programs, and accepts DFS assistance for childcare. The Summer Camp will cost $350 per month, which is a
(passes may not be used for classes) WIA reimburses the employer 100 percent of wages, flat monthly rate (except for August, which will be prorated
including FICA and Workers’ Compensation for a qualified Swimming Lessons
to $175). There is a $100 deposit due when you register for
Paradise Valley Pool - Open June 6 - Aug. 16 youth. Youth between the ages of 14 and 21 will be able to Swimming lessons are offered year-round. Contact Ty at
each month, and this will be credited toward your monthly
5200 W. Iris obtain employment, learn job skills/soft skills, earn elective 234-9187 for more information.
bill. So, the June deposit is due when you register, the July
Monday - Friday credit for high school and more. Casper Workforce Center Dance Classes deposit is due June 5, and the August deposit is due July 3.
Noon - 1 p.m. - Adult Fitness Swim partners with a number of employers, such as the Natrona Dance classes (hip hop, ballet and cheerleading) also
1 - 5 p.m. - Open Swim County School District, City of Casper, YMCA, Veterans’ are offered year-round. Contact Jennifer at 234-9187 for
5 - 7 p.m. - Family Swim Cemetery and the Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming to Summer Teen (The Rebellion) and Tween (S.M.B.)
more information.
Saturday & Sunday train youth in the summer and year-round. Program - Learn things you never thought you would
1 - 5 p.m. - Open Swim Qualifications for the WIA program are based on income Youth Super Sports - Ages 4 to fourth grade and do things you never thought you could!
5 - 7 p.m. - Family Swim (see below). Youth who are on an active IEP or in foster Dates are weather-pending (if we have delays due to Are you ready for an adventure? Want to explore and
care may also be eligible for the program. If you have uncooperative weather, the dates will change): meet new friends? Then this year’s YMCA Summer Program
Washington Park Pool - Open June 8 - Aug. 9 questions about qualification, please call the Casper Outdoor soccer, May 11 - June 4 is for you!
851 S. Jefferson Workforce Center at 234-4591. T-ball/coach pitch, June 15 - July 9 Starting June 1, come join the YMCA’s Teen Program,
Monday - Saturday Flag football, Aug. 24 - Sept. 19 “The Rebellion” (ages 13-17), and Tween Program, “S.M.B.”
1 - 5 p.m. - Open Swim Youth Gross Income Guidelines 14 to 24 (ages 10-12) for a fun-filled time.
PeeWee Sports Sampler - Ages 2 to 4
Sunday - Closed The programs will focus on the mountains, what nature
Spring soccer - June has to offer, meeting real mountaineers, studying and
T-ball - June
East Casper Community Pool - Open June 8 - learning how to navigate and climb mountains, and
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Flag football - August
Aug. 15 training in survival and first aid. Experience Wyoming’s
Fall soccer - August
3400 E. 12th past, present and future. Learn to fish, track a wild beast,
Monday - Saturday Summer Day Camp shoot a bow or just relax at the lake. There are no limits to
1 - 5 p.m. - Open Swim Monday - Friday, June 2 - Aug. 14, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. what you can experience!
5 - 7 p.m. - Family Swim Age Groups: One group of 5+, and one group of 6+ Our program runs Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday - Closed (30 children max) Lunch and an afternoon snack is included. All members of
There will be indoor and outdoor physical activities, the program will receive a youth membership to the Casper
Marion Kreiner Park Pool - Open June 8 - Aug. 9 teamwork building, arts and crafts, weekly movies, and a Family YMCA and can use the facilities while the program
1120 N. Kimball lot more! is not in operation, which provides the opportunity to come
Monday - Saturday Every child will need to bring tennis shoes, a water bottle early, stay late, or hang out at the Y on the weekend.
1 - 5 p.m. - Open Swim and a morning snack in a marked backpack. Lunches The cost is $40 per month. Scholarships are always
Sunday - Closed and afternoon snacks will be provided by the Natrona available.There are only 30 spots open for each program, so
County School District. Please, no personal items such as register early!
Gameboys, Nintendo DSs or CD players. The YMCA will not Contact Daniel at 234-9187 for more information.
Summer Lunches
Free meals will be made available to children attending summer school, as well as other children who want to participate
in the lunch and snacks program. For more information, call 253-5276.
Boys & Girls Clubs (Paradise Casper Family YMCA Casper Recreation Center Midwest School
Valley, Evansville, Mills and 315 E. 15th St. 1801 E. 4th St. 245 Lewis
main branches) 234-9187 235-8383 261-6161
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Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Snacks: 3:30 - 4 p.m. Snacks: 3:30 - 4 p.m. Snacks: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
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Boy Scouts Girl Scouts
www.wyoscouts.org www.gsmw.org will host several family events, including
Summer is an important time for family swim days and a family camp
most scouting units, as they finally weekend (dates TBD).
have their big camping experiences of To join the world’s preeminent
the year. organization dedicated solely to girls or
Many of the Boy Scout troops spend for more information about our exciting
up to two weeks at a council-run camp summer programs, please call Mary
throughout the U.S., enjoying hiking, Kate at 234-3505 or visit our Web site.
swimming, canoeing, handicrafts,
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white water rafting, and learning At the Girl Scouts of Montana and
more about nature and about Wyoming, our mission is to build girls of Fun in
themselves. courage, confidence and character who
Many of the Cub Scout packs take the make the world a better place. Midwest
summer to be with their families on This summer, girls entering The pool will be open Monday
vacations and also attend a Cub Day kindergarten through 12th grade can through Thursday afternoons during the
Camp or Cub Resident Camp. discover the fun, friendship and power summer, and Monday and Wednesday
For the most part, the Cub Scout of girls together by participating in a evenings.
and Boy Scouts are out putting into variety of unique Girl Scout programs. The Recreation Center is open
practice those skills that they have Camp Sacajawea, located on Casper Thursday, Friday and Saturday
been learning during the year. Mountain, will host more than 20 evenings.
If there are any boys, 7 to 18 years resident camp sessions during June Call 262-2765 for exact dates and
of age who would like to be apart of and July. Session offerings include Girl times.
this fun experience, please contact the vs. Wild, Drama Queens, Critter Crazy,
Central Wyoming Council at Mom and Me, and many others.
234-7329. For full session descriptions and
registration information, visit our
Web site, www.gsmw.org, to
preview our 2009 camp brochure.
In partnership with committed
adult volunteers, girls can discover
the many wonders of recycling by
participating in our green-themed
day camp June 22 - June 24.
Our volunteer program team also
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