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Art Is Art Camp is offered through UNC Wilmington’s Department of Art and Art History. The camp embraces the imagination and creativity of elementary school-age children with a variety of art-making activities. In addition to art-making, campers will enjoy a daily story time, and musicians and dancers will come in to create the American balance of art, literature and music that has been a defining part of our community. On the last day of the camp, families are invited to an exhibition of the campers’ work in the Cultural Arts Building Gallery.
Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP)
Students between the ages of 12-16 will meet with professionals to learn how to start and manage a business in a fun environment. YEP engages students in an ongoing series of interactive and experiential activities geared toward business.
Girls in Charge Chemistry Camp, ages 8 - 11
Ever wondered how medicines are made and how they react in our bodies? Are you curious about how lip gloss, perfume, shampoo and nail polish are made? This camp explores topics typically interesting to girls in a safe university laboratory. Women mentors and instructors show how they make a difference in the scientific community and encourage you to do the same! All supplies and materials included. Camps are identical.
June 16 - 20 • 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • $169
Girls in Charge Chemistry Camp, ages 11 - 13
July 28 - Aug. 1 • 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. • $169
Positively Reactive Chemistry Camp, ages 8 - 10
Would you like to find out what really makes the world we live in go around? Join in the fascinating, magical world of chemistry during a week of pure science fun! Safe, hands-on laboratory experiences and elementary chemistry concepts are introduced as a way to understanding the world around you.
June 9 – 13 • 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. • $169
Spontaneously Reactive Chemistry Camp, ages 11 - 13
Did you know that chemistry is involved in everything? Delve into this exciting exploration of chemical fun using safe, hands-on experiments showcasing the chemistry of flavors, odors, color, precipitation reactions, making crystals, fluorescence, luminescence and much more. Learn how to make scientific predictions, design experiments, collect data and draw conclusions in an enjoyable learning environment.
June 23 – 27 • 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • $169
Shore Shots, ages 12 - 13
Are you a fan of Animal Planet and the Discovery Channel? If so, our newest camp for aspiring videographers might appeal to you. Document environmental topics related to our marine habitats using hand lenses, viewers, binoculars, telescopes, cameras and digital camcorders to create your own public service announcement.
June 16 - 20. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
July 21 - 25 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
Digital Storytelling: Introduction to Programming, ages 10 – 12
Discover the art and science of computer programming by stepping through the looking glass into worlds of animated characters with Alice and her friends! Alice teaches fundamental computer science constructs through the creation of stories, movies and games with over 300 3-D characters and scenes. No prior programming experience is required. Campers showcase their work for parents at the end of camp.
July 7 – 11 • 1 – 5 p.m. • $195
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Mind for Design: Designer Greens, ages 10 – 14
Are you a fashionista who can’t afford new clothes? Then “go green” with our newest design camp and learn how to creatively recycle your old clothes and accessories into new fashions. Your creations will be good for the planet and your wallet! No previous sewing or knitting skills are required, but they will help.
June 30 – July 3 • 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. • $185
Mind for Design: Designer Fantasy, Myths & Legends, ages 10 – 14
Are you fascinated by the fantasy creatures of myth and legend such as mermaids, dragons and unicorns? Then sign up for our week-long design camp and learn how to create costumes that will bring these creatures to life. Imaginations required; previous sewing and crafting experience helpful.
Aug. 4 – 8 • 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. • $225
Shore Shots, ages 12 - 13
Are you a fan of Animal Planet and the Discovery Channel? If so, our newest camp for aspiring videographers might appeal to you. Document environmental topics related to our marine habitats using hand lenses, viewers, binoculars, telescopes, cameras and digital camcorders to create your own public service announcement.
June 16 - 20. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
July 21 - 25 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
Forensics: Port City CSI, ages 14 – 16
Want to become a crime scene investigator for a week? Here’s your chance! Port City CSI is a “learn and do” camp that involves you in crime scene documentation, analyzing DNA and various methods of determining “who done it.” Don’t be clueless – come join the fun!
June 16 – 20 • 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. • $169
Forensics: Port City CSI, ages 9 - 13
July 28 – Aug. 1 • 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • $169
Forensics: Port City CSI, ages 9 - 13
Aug. 4 – 8 • 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. • $169
Our Earth Rocks!, ages 9 - 11 (dates coming soon!)
Do you like to explore and discover rocks and minerals? Would you like to learn how to use a compass and a GPS unit to find earthquake zones and volcanoes? Does finding and learning about ancient shark’s teeth interest you? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you’ll dig this hands-on, earth-friendly geo-camp!
dates tba • 8:30 a.m. – noon • $185
Junior Journalists, ages 12 – 14
What is a journalist? Is it a reporter with a notepad? an on-line interviewer? a local blogger? Experience extensive practice in the basics of writing news stories, learn how a news room works and participate in working blogs and electronic media. Journalism comes alive for you in a fun and creative environment!
June 9 – 13 • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • $240
Journalism Camp for Teens: Feature Story Writing, ages 15 - 17
Have you ever wanted to take an idea or concept and write a story about it? This camp will provide the opportunity for you to choose a topic of interest and, through research, interviews and intellectual exploration, learn how to create a written piece designed for publication. Explore the in-depth qualities that make a powerful feature presentation as you develop the journalism skills to become a young feature story writer!
June 16 – 20 • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. • $240
- Marine Science | MarineQuest
Sea Squirts, ages 5 - 6 (half day)
Your little squirts will enjoy our fun-filled camp for budding scientists interested in the field of "ickyology". They'll explore different marine habitats and meet some of the shelly, fishy, crusty and squishy critters that live there.
Weekly June - Aug. • 8 a.m. - noon • $125
Sea Safari, ages 6 - 7 (half day)
Send your young adventurer on an exciting Sea Safari through the four habitats of a barrier island. They’ll hunt for the wild animals and plants that survive in each habitat and discover the “big game” of our marine environment.
Weekly June - Aug. • 8 a.m. - noon • $140
Sea Camp, ages 7 - 8
Send your young explorer on a true treasure hunt to discover the riches of our local barrier islands. Follow a secret map through the beach, dunes, maritime forest and marsh to find the true plant and animal treasures that inhabit our marine environment.
Weekly June - Aug. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $240
Camp Sea SI, ages 9 - 10
Young detectives will be hot on the trail of a master environmental criminal tracking him through our local habitats. Campers will spend the week using their CSI forensic skills to decipher clues and collect evidence to solve crimes against the environment in this ecological mystery!
Weekly June - Aug. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $275
Coast Trek, ages 11 - 12
Send your pre-teen explorers back in time to the age of the giant prehistoric shark Carcharodon megalodon to discover how the North Carolina coast has changed over the years. While time-traveling through our coastal habitats back to the future, Trekkies will experience first hand how the forces of nature have created the coastline that we see today.
Weekly June - Aug. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $375 (commuters) • $650 (residential)
Shore Shots, ages 12 - 13
Are you a fan of Animal Planet and the Discovery Channel? If so, our newest camp for aspiring videographers might appeal to you. Document environmental topics related to our marine habitats using hand lenses, viewers, binoculars, telescopes, cameras and digital camcorders to create your own public service announcement.
June 16 - 20. • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
July 21 - 25 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $400 (commuters) • $675 (residential)
Ocean Lab, ages 13 - 14
If your teen is tired of reading, writing, and arithmetic they just might want to try their hand at one of the four fields of marine science: biology, chemistry, geology, and physics. Each day of this exciting camp your junior scientists will explore a different field using that great big outdoor lab we call an ocean.
Weekly June - Aug. 4 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $425 (commuter) • $700 (residential)
Camp O.C.E.A.N.S. GULF STREAM, ages 15 - 16 (commuter only, one week)
Think you want to be a marine biologist? How about an oceanographer? Maybe you prefer marine technology specialist? You can check out your career options at our camp designed to let you step into the swim fins of different types of marine scientists and gain some first-hand experience using the kinds of instruments and ROV technology their research requires.
June 9 - 13 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $500
Aug. 4 - 8 • 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. • $500
Camp O.C.E.A.N.S., ages 15 - 16 (residential only, two weeks)
Think you want to be a marine biologist? How about an oceanographer? Maybe you prefer marine technology specialist? You can check out your career options at our camp designed to let you step into the swim fins of different types of marine scientists and gain some first-hand experience using the kinds of instruments and ROV technology their research requires.
June 15 - 27 • $1850
July 6 - 18 • $1850
July 20 - Aug. 1 • $1850
Jr. Seahawk Academy, ages 11 - 15
A week-long day program designed specifically for middle grade students who are interested in participating in a unique and creative look at mathematics, science and technology. The aim of the academy is as follows:
- Foster positive attitudes towards Reading, Science, Mathematics, and Technology
- Raise awareness of career and post-secondary opportunities in these areas
- Develop literacy and technology skills as well as patterns of reasoning and problem solving
Activities this summer will include exciting reading, math, and science exploration, seminars and creative projects to be designed and presented by the students. This program is sponsored by the Watson School of Education.
June 23 - 27 • 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. • $40
Piano and Strings Summer Workshop, June 22 - 27
The UNCW Summer Piano and Strings Workshops offer a concentrated experience in which students pursue excellence in individual and ensemble performance with college-level instructors. Piano director Barry Salwen is a noted pianist and teacher. Strings director Steven Errante is the conductor of the Wilmington Symphony and Wilmington Symphony Youth Orchestra.
Concert Band Summer Workshop, July 6 - 11
The workshop covers the many aspects of performing in a large symphonic band and chamber ensembles of various sizes and provides ample one-on-one sessions with UNCW wind and percussion faculty and guest artists.
Jazz Summer Workshop, July 13 - 18
In its 12th year, the UNCW Summer Jazz Workshop has established itself as the premiere summer workshop for jazz study in North Carolina for high school student musicians. The workshop covers virtually every aspect of jazz study and provides ample opportunities to work one-on-one with jazz faculty and guest artists.
Vocal and Choral Summer Workshop, July 20 - 25
The Summer Vocal/Choral Workshop is a one-week intensive program for the serious young singer, especially those considering a career in music. Students will explore a variety of repertoire including solo, choral, musical theater, and opera in preparation for college and career. Outstanding faculty will lead students in individual voice lessons, coachings and master classes. Additional training offered in theory, diction, acting and movement will provide students with a taste of life as a university music student. A final concert will feature the best work of our talented participants, and is free and open to the public.
Sports Camps
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- Boy's Soccer
- Girl's Soccer
- Baseball
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Girl's Basketball
- Boy's Basketball
- Swimming
- Theatre
Summer Theatre and Creative Dance Camp, ages 8 - 12
Creative Theatre Camp is a week of dramatic expression that goes beyond your limits; it's learning how to act on your feet in a group setting. It's a week of acting that is sure to spark your creative genius. And it's a whole lot of fun! What Would Happen If 24 kids, ages 8 - 12, were stranded for one week on a deserted stage with no sets, no props, no costumes and no script? Could they create an original drama and present it to their family and friends by Friday? Sign up and see! In five consecutive mornings, learn to act on your feet, interact with a group and collaborate with others on a one-of-a-kind, never-before-seen, original drama. Play with the tools used by professional actors and comedians - improvisation, pantomime, theatre games, movement and non-verbal communication - to sharpen your talents. Walk in as a solo act, and walk away as a member of a tight-knit ensemble.
June 23 - 27 • 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. • $195
Summer Theatre Camp, ages 8 - 12
Creative Theatre Camp is a week of dramatic expression that goes beyond your limits; it's learning how to act on your feet in a group setting. It's a week of acting that is sure to spark your creative genius. And it's a whole lot of fun! What Would Happen If 24 kids, ages 8 - 12, were stranded for one week on a deserted stage with no sets, no props, no costumes and no script? Could they create an original drama and present it to their family and friends by Friday? Sign up and see! In five consecutive mornings, learn to act on your feet, interact with a group and collaborate with others on a one-of-a-kind, never-before-seen, original drama. Play with the tools used by professional actors and comedians - improvisation, pantomime, theatre games, movement and non-verbal communication - to sharpen your talents. Walk in as a solo act, and walk away as a member of a tight-knit ensemble.
June 23 - 27 • 8 a.m. - noon • $135
Summer Creative Dance Camp, ages 8 - 12
In the Creative Dance Camp you will explore dance and movement in new and fun ways sure to stretch your imagination. We will dance our way through the week, bringing music and movement together in a way that will develop your creativity! You will learn and perform a zombie dance with music by Tom Waits. We'll create a zany rockin' party for zombies and other assorted ghouls in the swamps of 1950s Georgia - a great time is guaranteed, so come and join the party!
June 23 - 27 • 1 - 5 p.m. • $135
Young Writers' Workshop
Young Writers Workshop attendees participate in daily creative writing exercises, craft lectures, writing workshops, and readings. Because the workshop is held on the UNCW campus, students stay in the residence halls and take their meals in the dining facility. The workshop is directed and run by UNCW Department of Creative Writing MFA students and faculty, giving the attendees a chance to study their craft with published, working writers.
The workshop is a valuable and exciting experience for young writers interested in learning more about their craft. Although students are asked to submit a work of creative writing in one genre (poetry, fiction, or creative nonfiction), attendees will receive instruction in all genres.June 17 - 21 • 8 - 5 p.m. • $425 (residential)
Other Writing Camps
Junior Journalists, ages 12 – 14
Journalism Camp for Teens: Feature Story Writing, ages 15 - 17
