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2013 Summer Camp Guide

This week we are launching our 2013 Summer Camp Guide!  We are highlighting some of the best and most exciting camps taking place this summer!  If you have a summer camp that should be included in our guide make sure that your email us their information.  We would love to include them!

Make sure you are checking out our calendar throughout the week!   I am constantly adding things to the calendar between publishing dates so make sure you are checking the calendar through the week so you don't miss ...


Denver Equestrians Summer Camp

Horse lovers ages 7+ join us weekdays from 9am - 4:30pm for equine education, safety, grooming, riding, fun and games! We follow the Certified Horsemanship Association curriculum. Campers are divided into groups according to age and ability. Each student participates in a 45-minute lesson daily.

Optional add-ons include a 2nd Group Lesson, Swimming, Denver Equestrians 2013 Tee Shirts - additional fees apply. Scroll down for details and information.

Just a few of the topics covered include:

Safety and Horse Care, Breeds, Marking and Colors, Tack - Types, Parts, Cleaning, Grooming, Bathing, Clipping ...


School of Rock

The School of Rock has some great camps to keep you rocking this summer!

21st Century Rock and Roll Jukebox
6/17/2013 - 6/21/2013

A rockin' camp featuring songs from the last decade (more or less!). Great modern rock from bands such as the Black Keys, Green Day, Coldplay, the White Stripes, the Hives, the Killers, the Strokes, and more, more, more. This is a performance-based camp which will feature placement in a band setting, daily rehearsals and group instruction, and a fun end-of-camp concert open to the ...


Bear Creek Stables Summer Camps

Our Horse Day Camps offers a great summer program for kids 8 & up. Our Week Long, Fun, Day Camps include: Grooming, Anatomy, Arena Lessons, Horse Care, Trail Rides, Tack, Horsemanship Classes and Certificate of Achievement upon completion.
Each rider is assigned there own camp horse for the week!

Week # 1 - June 3 - 7, 2013
Week # 2 - June10 - 14, 2013
Week # 3 - June 17 - 21, 2013
Week # 4 - June 24 - June 28, 2013
Week # 5 - July 1- 5, 2013
Week # 6 - July 8 - 12, 2013
Week # 7 - July 15 -19, 2013 ...


Dinosaur Ridge Summer Day Camps

• Fossils and Fun: This camp is a great introduction to the geology and paleontology of Dinosaur Ridge and the surrounding area.  Hands-on activities will help campers learn about the ancient environments, landscapes, and animals of Colorado’s prehistoric Front Range.  Campers will have the chance to explore, measure, draw, observe, and interact with the geology and fossils of the area and explore science like never before among 150 million year old fossils. Ages 6-13.
• Paleontology Camp: Paleontology Camp focuses primarily on the fossils that are found in and around the ...


My Gym Children's Fitness Center Summer Camps

My Gym camp is simply the best! Children participate in energizing fitness games, noncompetitive gymnastics, arts and crafts, music and so much more. Each camp program is uniquely designed to keep your children moving and active, as we emphasize physical development and personal success. Our themes and programs change daily, so no two camp days at My Gym are ever the same.

Whether you are looking for the best place to send your children on cold and rainy days or trying to keep them active and cool during the hot ...


Summer Camps in West Metro Denver


This Week's Picks:

March 15th through March 21st

Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 17 - AMSOIL Arenacross Championship Round

Speed! Air! Danger! Experience the excitement of AMSOIL Arenacross, the premier indoor, off-road motorcycle racing championship, featuring Ricky Carmichael's Road to Supercross!
Where: Denver Coliseum
When: Event times vary by day
Who: Everyone
How:  Purchase tickets at Ticketmaster.com/AX or by calling (800) 745-3000.
Cost: Adults: $20-25; Kids 2-12: $10; Tickets are $2 more the day of the event. (Additional fees may apply.)
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Friday, March 15 - Nocturnal Wildlife Hike

Join us at the Audubon Nature Center to discover who is out and about at night and what activities these creatures are up to! Explore the trails at the Nature Center in search of beavers, owls, raccoons, deer and other nocturnal animals. Learn more about these nocturnal animals. After the hike we will be gazing at the night sky and discussing the constellations, planets, stars, and the moon phase!
Where: Audubon Society of Greater Denver
9308 South Wadsworth Boulevard 
Littleton, CO 80128
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: To Register: 303-973-9530 or [email protected]
Cost: $5 ASGD members $12 ASGD member families; $8 non-members; $20 per family
For more info: www.denveraudubon.org
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Saturday, March 16 - Denver's St. Patrick's Day Parade

A great parade to celebrate the Irish in all of us!
Where: Downtown Denver, from 27th & Blake to Coors Field. CLICK HERE for parade route
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come down for the fun!
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.denverstpatrickdayparade.com
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Saturday, March 16 - 2nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival

Green will be in the air on Saturday, March 16 as The Historic Olde Town Arvada Association puts on their 2nd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival. The day will start with live music, beer, wine, food, family fun and plenty of shopping options from street vendors. Last year’s festival brought over 4,000 people into the streets of Olde Town, and citizens have already started inquiring about this year’s event. Drienka, The Gromet, and The Duke Street Kings will be returning to fill the streets with great music, and will be joined by new addition Wild Love Tigress!
Where: Olde Town Arvada
Grandview Avenue, just east of Olde Wadsworth Boulevard
When: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come and have a good time
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.historicarvada.org
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Saturday, March 16 - FREE FAMILY CRAFT TIME: CRAYOLA® MODEL MAGIC® DUCK

FREE FAMILY CRAFT TIME: CRAYOLA® MODEL MAGIC® DUCK
CRE8TIME™ with the entire family and craft something special together like this fun Model Magic® duck to give or keep for Easter.
Where: Your local Michael's Arts and Crafts Store
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 3+
How: Just come and create
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.michaels.com/Store-Events/store-events,default,pg.html
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Saturday, March 16 - G.O. Club

The Get Outdoors (G.O.) and Explore Club programs are unstructured, playful nature excursions that feature activities for parents to help their children connect with the natural world.
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road
Golden, 80401
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Register online HERE
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, March 16 - Family Fun Walk (Littleton)

Join a naturalist for an outdoor adventure in South Platte Park.
The Art of Deception: Wear a disguise and see how you measure up to the mimic masters of the natural world. Masquerade with us as we master the skill of camouflage. Come dressed to kill!
Where: South Platte Park

3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120 
When: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Register online HERE
Cost: Non-District Price:$9.00
District Price:$6.00
Family (District, same address or surname):$17.00
Family (Same address or surname):$24.00
Family member:$0.00
Youth Dist:$5.00
Youth Non Dist:$7.00
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Wednesday, March 20 - TriceraTots

Interactive mommy and me dinosaur themed story and craft time.
Where: Dinosaur Ridge
16831 W Alameda Pkwy
Morrison, Colorado 80465
When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Who: Ages 2 - 5
How: Reservations encouraged, contact: Erin LaCount at [email protected] or 303-697-3466 x 101.
Cost: $5 per child, adults free. Includes free admission to Trek Through Time.
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Wednesday, March 20 - Little Fledglings Preschool Nature Hour (Littleton)

Explore a theme each month with stories, songs, crafts, and activities exploring wildlife and the natural world. This program introduces science skills and encourages active outdoor play. Busy Beavers- Come be a nature detective and learn why beavers chew wood. What do beavers eat? Where do they live? Come discover the secret lives of beavers!Why are there so many dams in the South Platte river? Who builds them? Why are they important? Learn about beavers and what keeps them so busy!
Where: Audobon Center at Chatfield
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: For Children ages 3-6 (and parent/guardians, too!)
How: Register at 303-973-9530 or [email protected]
Cost: Friends Members: $5 per child and their adult; $2 each additional child
Non-members: $8 per child and their adult; $4 each additional child
For more info: www.denveraudobon.org
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Thursday, March 21 - FREE Music for Aardvarks class!

This kids' music class ROCKS! The songs are original. The vibe is funky. The time is a rockin' good one for little ones and grown-ups alike! 
Where: Sweet Beginnings 5661 Curtice Street, Littleton
When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Who: For kids 3 months to 5 years accompanied by their music-loving grown-ups.
How: Email Janet (Chief Rocker-Outer) [email protected] or call 720-515-VARK (8275) to reserve your space
Cost: FREE!!!!
For more info: Come check out our FREE class, and then sign up for the spring session that starts April 1st! www.RockyMtnAardvarks.com
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Thursday, March 21 - Toddler Times: Amazing Antlered Animals

Take a gentle hike, hear a story and make a craft as you learn all about elk and deer. 
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road
Golden, 80401
When: 11:15 AM
Who: These 45 minute programs are specifically designed for children 2-5 with an adult.  No older children please. 
How: Register online HERE

These programs are very popular, so reserve your space early. Participant limit: 15 children.  If you are registering after this time, but space is no longer available, please call Lookout Mountain Nature Center at 720-497-7600 to be placed on a waiting list.
Cost: FREE
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Fun with Pancakes

Shamrocks, Rainbows and More!

Rainbow cake and cupcakes have become very popular and with good reason, they are fun!  Kids and adults are amazed at the rainbow/tie-dye pattern that is created by adding a little bit of food coloring to cake batter.  

We decided to try the same experiment with pancakes! Colorful pancakes are very simple to make and you can create just about anything with a little bit of imagination! My boys ate them as quick as I made them, I had to hide a few just for photos!

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Lucky's Layered Lime Dessert

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A quick and easy, leprechaun (and kid) approved dessert for St. Patty's Day!

You will need:
1 box vanilla instant pudding (3.4 oz) *
4 tbsp powdered lime gelatin (3 oz box is more than enough) *
2 cups cold milk
crushed graham crackers
whipped topping
sprinkles - optional

Directions:
Combine pudding, milk and 4 tbsp of gelatin in a mixing bowl and whisk for approximately 2 minutes. Mixture will start to thicken and gelatin should be completely dissolved. Place in refrigerator for at least one hour, this will help the ...

St. Patrick's Day Play Dough

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We made green, black, and gold play dough, added a rainbow ribbon, and we are all set for St. Patrick's Day.

Ingredients:
  • 2 Cups of Flour
  • 2 Cups of Water
  • 1 Cup of Salt
  • 2 T of Vegetable Oil
  • 1 T of Cream of Tarter
  • Food Coloring
  • Glitter (optional)
Directions:
  1. Since I was making multiple colors, I cut the above recipe in half and did each color in separate batches. Add all of the above ingredients (except the glitter) and stir continuously over warm heat. I also added the ...

St. Patrick's Day Treat Pouches

Macaroni Celebrates

These St. Patrick's Day "Pouches" are the perfect size for a small treat or some "gold".

Supplies:
  • Envelopes (we used black envelopes sized 4.75" x 6.5" that we found at Michael's)
  • Glue tape or glue sticks
  • Decorative cardstock 12 x 12 (we used glittery gold and shamrocks)
  • Rainbow ribbon
  • Circle puncher (optional)
  • St. Patrick's Day stickers
Directions:
  1. Start by gluing the envelope closed. Then cut the envelope in half, so you have two pouches that are approximately 3.25" long.
  2. Cut out your shamrock (or ...

Great Places To Go With Your Kids Around Town

Museums, Rec Centers, Animal Adventures and More!

This article is a work in progress, we will be continuing to add links.  If you know of any great places we should add please let me know.

We live in an amazing city, with an amazing amount of places to have fun with our children.  This is by no means a complete list of places in the metro area but it is a complete list of great places in Lakewood, Littleton, Golden & Wheat Ridge as well some great spots in the Denver area.

Museums and Historical Sites
Buffalo Bill ...


Kids Eat FREE!!

There are a lot of places in the metro area that have Kids Eat Free (or practically free) Nights!  Here is a list of ones that we know of, and we would love to hear about any that you know to add to our list!  Always call ahead to confirm that they are still having a Kid's Eat Free Night because restaurants can change these at any time.

Also if you find out we have something wrong please let us know.

Monday

Bridgewater Grill at the Golden Hotel - after ...


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