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Specialty Camps
Burlington Recreation and Parks offers Specialty Camps throughout the summer months. Kids will experience a special taste of their favorite interest or hobby. Space is limited and a waiting list will follow if camp becomes full. Transportation will not be provided to or from BRPD Summer Day Camp locations.
Register for Specialty Camp online. Or register in person using the downloadable 2023 Camp Registration Form. Register at the Recreation & Parks Main Office located at 333 Overbrook Rd. The office is open Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm.
Paddle-Palooza Clinic
Dates:
Times: 8:00am-11:30pm
Ages: 11 - 15 Min: 4 • Max: 6
Cost: $40
Location: Guilford Mackintosh Park & Marina • 1345 NC 61 South, Whitsett, NC 27377
In this small-group, half-day clinic, learn all about kayaking! Clinic covers everything from water safety, fitting your PFD, parts of the kayak, how to properly get in and out of the boat, basic paddle stokes and more. We'll save some time to paddle and explore the lake as well! Clinic includes on-land and on-water lessons. Campers should know how to swim and be prepared to be active throughout the clinic. All clinics are weather dependent. If weather is an issue, the clinic will be rescheduled or students moved to another clinic session. Refunds will only be provided if student cannot attend the new clinic date. Please only register for one clinic date.
Information: Melissa Hoose at (336) 222-5135 • Register Online (closes the Wednesday prior at 5pm)
Beginner Fishing Camp
Dates:
Times: 9:00am-12:00pm
Ages: 8 - 12 Min: 6 • Max: 15
Cost: $65
Location: Guilford Mackintosh Park & Marina • 1345 NC 61 South, Whitsett, NC 27377
This beginner camp will excite the fishing enthusiast. Learn the techniques such as bait and casting, the secrets of reeling in the big catch and safety and conservation. *Campers must bring their own fishing poles*
Information: (336) 222-5134 • Register Online
Nature Camp
Dates:
Times: 9:00am-12:00pm
Ages: 6 - 9 Min: 6 • Max: 10
Cost: $75
Location: Lake Mackintosh Park & Marina – Clubhouse • 2704 Huffman Mill Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Birds, bugs, dirt and more! This camp will take an in-depth look at nature through hands-on activities and adventures. One day of camp (Wednesday or Thursday - based on weather) the drop-off/pick-up will be at Guilford Mackintosh Marina for a fun day hiking and exploring! We'll finish the week with making s'mores over a campfire! Campers should be ready to spend a majority of camp being active and outside.
Information: Melissa Hoose (336) 222-5135 • Register Online
Beginner Golf Camp
Dates:
Times: 9:00am-11:00am
Ages: 6 - 14 Min: 6 • Max: 25
Cost: $30
Location: The Valley Golf Course • 1005 Indian Valley Drive, Burlington, NC 27217
This individual camp will introduce children to the game of golf while sharpening golf skills to those who know the game. Golf clubs will be provided.
Information: (336) 584-7871 • Register Online
Aces and Deuces Tennis Camp
Dates:
Times: 8:30am – 10:00am
Ages: 7 - 13 Min: 6 • Max: 16
Cost: $30
Location: Burlington Tennis Center • 1406 Overbrook Road, Burlington, NC 27215
This Burlington Recreation & Parks camp is a beginner to intermediate tennis camp that offers an introduction to the game by developing the game’s fundamentals in a fun setting. Parents may register for one or two weeks online using Court Reserve. https://app.courtreserve.com/Online/Portal/Index/6764
Information: (336) 229-3155 • Payment is completed in person at Burlington Tennis Center on the first day either in cash or check.
Treble & Bass Camp
Dates:
Times:
Ages: 9 - 14 Min: 10 • Max: 25
Cost: $30 (assistance available through scholarship)
Location: Mayco Bigelow Community Center at North Park • 849 Sharpe Road, Burlington, NC 27217
Treble & Bass is a specialty camp and mentoring program for young musicians and music enthusiasts. The goal is to promote self-awareness and creativity through music. Participants will create original music, explore instrumentation and build friendships with fellow students and mentors.
Registration: (336) 222-5138 • Register online or in person at Mayco Bigelow Community Center at North Park
Teen 2 Teen Video & Theatre's Summer Film Lab
Dates:
Times: 9:00am-4:00pm
Ages: rising 7th-12th graders or a 2022 graduate of high school (must be age 19 or under)
Cost: $90
Location:
Min: 6 • Max: 15
This intensive workshop is designed to offer opportunities for participants to learn the varied aspects of video production; including scriptwriting, auditioning, casting, directing, acting for the camera, videography, sound design, video lighting and more. Actors are highly encouraged to participate to help increase their improvisation skills and to become familiar with acting on camera. Check out T2T on their website and Facebook.
Registration: (336) 222-5138 • Register online or visit the Recreation and Parks Main Office