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Eagles Explorations Day Programs
Letters and Forms for Camp: Pre Camp Letter Medicine Letter and Parent Request to Administer Medication at Camp Form Flyers, Voyagers and Trailblazers Pool Permission Form Program Description Eagles Explorations is a summer long full day program designed to be a well-rounded and exciting experience. Each week's session begins a different theme (see below). That means your child can attend all eight sessions and always be challenged in a new and fun way! Blending learning and play, these programs offer a structured balance of activities to bring out your child's creativity and athleticism as they enjoy making new friendships. Activities are taught by experienced teaching professionals and other qualified counselors with expertise in the subject matter of that session. Counselors will guide, teach, nurture and encourage campers in developing new interests, improving self esteem, and in creating greater respect for others. Whatever exciting activity is happening campers will meet the challenge with confidence and enthusiasm. Once a week, the Eagles Exploration group travels to Spy Aquatics in Severna Park and spends the morning hours swimming. The indoor pool facilities mean it's always fun-rain or shine. NOTE: Children in the Discoverer's Group will remain at AACS to participate in a water day program on campus. Following camp every Friday, we welcome all family and friends to experience what the children have been talking about all week. Slide shows and award programs are presented at 3:15pm in the Kerr Center for the Arts auditorium. Eagles Explorations must comply with regulations of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Information on these regulations can be obtained by calling (410) 266-842. Date: Theme: June 14- 18 Olympics Week June 21- 25 Outdoorsman Week June 28-July 2 World Cup Week Week July 5-9 Pirate Week July 12-16 July 19-23 Superhero Week July 26-30 Wacky Water Week August 2-6 Medieval Carnival Week |
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Age Groups
- Discoverers: Ages 3 1/2 - 5
- Flyers: Ages 6-7
- Voyagers: Ages 8-10
- Trailblazers: Ages 11-13
- Counselor in Training: Ages 14-16
Discoverers
Discoverers are guided in a safe and nurturing environment while participating in a mix of fun and exciting activities. This group is a structured program designed to give young campers a taste of what our older campers experience.
General Schedule
7:30-8:30am Before Care
8:30-9:00am Drop off
9:00-9:30am Morning circle time
9:30-10:10am Sports
10:10-10:30am Snack (please bring)
10:30-11:10am Science
11:10-11:50am Playground
11:50-12:20pm Lunch
12:20-1:00pm Rest/Change
1:00-1:40pm Arts and Crafts
1:40-2:30pm Active games
2:30-3:15pm Water games
3:15-4:00pm Classroom games/change
4:00-4:15pm Pick up
4:15-6:00pm Aftercare
Flyers, Voyagers and Trailblazers
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These groups are the “on-the-move” campers. Campers
will be challenged each day with a balanced mix of active learning and play
under the leadership of an experienced team of teachers and counselors.
Campers will remain with their respective group while they participate in
different activities (see below) throughout the day. Campers will focus on
the weekly theme (see above) with a mix of structured games and activities,
as well as participate in special weekly opportunities. |
General Schedule
7:30-8:30am Before care
8:30-9:00am Drop off
9:00-9:30am Opening Activities
9:30-10:20am Power Photo
10:20-11:10am Arts and Crafts
11:10-12:00pm Science
12:00-12:30pm Lunch
12:30-1:20pm Sports
1:20-2:10pm Video Production
2:10-3:40pm Water Games
3:40-4:00pm Get ready for pick up
4:00-4:15pm Pick up
4:15-6:00pm After care
Counselor In Training (CIT)
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Open to boys and girls ages fourteen to sixteen, the
Counselor-In-Training program is a two year program designed for teens
interested in working with children and developing leadership skills. This
program is carefully supervised and provides work-oriented experience giving
a CIT the opportunity to train under experienced staff while assisting in the
day-to-day operations of the camp. CITs will meet both individually and as a
group with the CIT coordinator for workshops, planning, team-building
exercises, and leadership training sessions. They will participate in the
daily activities and special events at the camp and in field trips each week. |
Benefit of Becoming an AACS Counselor in Training
- CIT’s are provided training and mentoring by senior counselor staff.
- CIT’s can develop work experience and job and character references.
- CIT’s can gain an understanding about team and group dynamics.
- CIT’s can improve communication skills.
- CIT’s can enjoy fun and long lasting friendships.
- CIT’s can experience personal growth and expanded self esteem.
Activities
Sports There is never a dull moment in this mix of sports including basketball, soccer, baseball, kickball, races and relays, and other new and exciting games. Campers will learn about sportsmanship and the joy of athletics while gaining the benefits of physical activity. Art Each week will focus on different projects including painting and drawing, sculpting with paper mache, jewelry/accessory making, sponge painting, art around the world or other projects to bring out their inner creativity. Science Each week campers will conduct fun experiments and hands-on projects as they explore science. Power Photo Campers will take pictures and explore individual talents with Photoshop as they help develop the end-of-week slide show presentation with PowerPoint, photos and more. Performing Arts Develop, choreograph and produce a music video or camp newscast. From start to finish, campers will star in these mini productions. Tennis With the new addition of tennis courts to our campus, campers will now be able to learn the basic skills before running with them in a fun and competitive environment. Water Games Most afternoons campers will be able to participate in games, races, and relays all involving water to cool down in the summer heat. Sprinklers, slip and slide, water balloons and other creative activities are all part of the fun. Nature Walks Explore the many acres of the Upper School on the adventure trails through the woods. For those campers who really want to bring out the adventure-side, we offer a great creek walk. Parents will be notified in advance of this activity so that campers come prepared with an old pair of sneakers or water shoes. No Crocs, sandals or flip flops on this walk. Archery For our TRAILBLAZERS ONLY, archery will be taught each week with daily challenges and end of week tournaments.
