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Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness - 2018Outdoor RecreationJuly 6-11 for students Completing Grades 7 - 11 Join us on an incredible six-day canoe adventure in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Experience the beauty of the outdoors, develop leadership skills, challenge yourself and have the experience of a lifetime! Guides are Minnetonka teachers experienced in wilderness camping. Full outfitting is included. When you sign up, under the notes section of your registration you may indicate one friend you want to be in your group. When we set up groups, we will do our best to keep you with your friend and keep friend groups together. If that is not possible, we will call you.Payment options: 1.) Full payment at registration: $645 or 2.) Payment of $327 at registration and second payment of $328 charged May 31. Refunds for cancellation after May 31 (less $100) will be granted only if we can fill the spot with another student.To learn more about this program, please attend the BWCA informational meeting on Thursday, March 8 starting at 7:00pm at the Minnetonka High School Forum. See this informational slideshow to learn more: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Rdn_bqliucaeOt5-xUrjmJDZmrEzkTf3Ctozw1z-AkY/edit?usp=sharingSummer 2018
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OutWest Cowboy & Cowgirl Camp: Ranch HandsOutdoor RecreationWaitlistRanch Hands is the perfect way to learn about horse safety, grooming and horse care. Leave knowing how to saddle up, ride in a ranch show and even what it might be like to own your own horse! Older kids will gain confidence through built-in mentorship opportunities that help them learn by doing. Younger campers will be safe with a foundation of essential horse skills. For all campers, age-specific activities and time in the saddle will provide an experience of living the ranch lifestyle.You will cover essential things to know about horses like safety, breeds and colors, tack, parts of the horse, and horsemanship through hands-on activities. OutWest has quality, kid-safe horses ready for the job.Please bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Snack will be provided.The camp is held at OutWest Ranch in Buffalo (6069 County Rd 33 SE, Buffalo, MN 55313), and is led by OutWest professional instructors. Participants will need to provide their own transportation to the camp.Summer 2018
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OutWest Cowboy & Cowgirl Camp: WranglersOutdoor RecreationWaitlistExperience this two-day camp for the youngest riders. Wranglers will provide a safe way to experience the fun of the West while learning about horses. You will cover safety, grooming, tack and riding while being led by an adult on a kid-friendly horse. You will also learn about the “real lift” of caring for horses with fun Western games and activities. The camp is held at OutWest Ranch in Buffalo (6069 County Rd 33 SE, Buffalo, MN 55313), and is led by OutWest professional instructors. Participants will need to provide their own transportation to the camp.Summer 2018
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Summer RecOutdoor RecreationHave fun outdoors playing kickball, dodgeball, capture the flag, water relays and all your favorite outdoor games. You'll also create arts and crafts, go on nature walks and more! We'll end the summer with a Field Day and pizza party.Summer Rec is led by Minnetonka Community Education Camp Counselors and includes structured activities as well as free play. Please bring a snack and a water bottle and wear clothes for outdoor play. No Summer Rec the week of 4th of July.In case of inclement weather, please call the weather hotline at 952-401-5990. Location for 78 174 Tuesdays, 78 174 Wednesdays, 78 174 Thursdays and 78 174 Preschool: Freeman Park, Eureka Road at Hwy. 7, Shorewood, Fields 4, 5, 6. Location for 78 174 Wayzata Tuesdays, 78 174 Wayzata Wednesdays and 78 174 Wayzata Preschool:Klapprich Field, 340 Park Street East, WayzataSummer 2018
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Vertical EndeavorsOutdoor RecreationLearn proper climbing techniques in a controlled setting that is fun, exciting and safe for all skill levels. Activities include cooperative group initiatives, top‐rope climbing, knot tying and climbing games.No experience is necessary. In addition to our focus on fun, all camps promote awareness and understanding of climbing safety. Our instructors bring years of knowledge in both the art of climbing movement and the technical know‐how of rope and anchor systems. You will leave camp with a renewed sense of self‐reliance and accomplishment, as well as a deeper respect for the rock climbing community. Please bring a lunch.Vertical Endeavors is located at 2540 Nicollet Ave. S. Minneapolis, MN 55404. Participants must provide their own transportation.Summer 2018
