Registrations Accepted for Camp Minnetrista

It's back! Camp Minnetrista is more exciting than ever this year. Due to last year's popularity "Cool Sports" and the "Mysterious Minnetrista" classes will be returning. Also, Camp Minnetrista will offer two photography classes, "Photography Fun" for the younger children and "Photo Editing" for older children. Campers will be going on several exciting field trips this year. The "Fables, Fantasies, and Faeries" class will be going to see the new Harry Potter movie. The "Earth Power" class will be visiting the Giant, an underground house that runs by alternative energy. And the "Awesome Astronomy" class will sleep over at Minnetrista for a night of stargazing.

There is much, much more. For parents who are looking for an exciting and educational experience for their children this summer, Camp Minnetrista is an excellent opportunity. Taking place on the Minnetrista grounds, the four, week-long day camps are from June 15 to July 31. Camp Minnetrista is for kids Pre-K to those who are entering sixth grade in the fall of 2009.

"Camp Minnetrista is a great choice because it gives parents a safe, fun, and educational place to drop their kids off while at work during the summer," said Jennifer Peters, camp director. "All of our camp teachers have experience in education, which in return reflects the classes offered here at Minnetrista. They not only provide fun but also learning for the children."

This year Minnetrista is offering a deal for parents who sign their child up for a full day of camp classes. Campers can come one week or four weeks and can choose to attend half day or full day camps. "We also offer a discounted scholarship price for those parents who can't afford the regular rate," said Peters.

Full-day campers will participate in classes and activities from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Campers attending Full-Day Camp should bring a sack lunch and drink. Minnetrista will provide morning and afternoon snacks for all campers. Half-day campers can choose a morning or afternoon session for the week. Morning campers will participate from 8 a.m. - noon. The afternoon campers will participate from 1-5 p.m. For afternoon campers, extended care will be available from 5-6 p.m. for $25 per child, per week.

For Members, Camp Minnetrista costs $70 each week for Half-Day Camp and $120 each week for Full-Day Camp. For Non-Members, Camp costs $85 each week for Half-Day Camp and $150 each week for Full-Day Camp. "All of our camp classes are centered around Minnetrista's nature, history, gardens, and arts programming," said Peters.

There is also an early registration discount available for Camp Minnetrista. All kids who register before May 1 receive $15 off the Full-Day price and $10 off the Half-Day price. For those who register after May 1, the Friends and Siblings discount will provide a savings for families. For every child that pays full price (after May 1), a friend or sibling receives $15 off the Full-Day price and $10 off the Half-Day price. To receive the discount, both children must sign up at the same time, with one payment.

"Your children will gain friendships and education all while having fun at Camp Minnetrista," said Peters. "Youth Volunteers provide mentoring for the younger children and each child will receive a free Camp Minnetrista water bottle." To receive a camp brochure by mail or for more information on Camp Minnetrista scholarships, call (765) 282-4848. For more information about Camp Minnetrista, contact Jennifer Peters at 765-287-3551

REGISTRATION DEADLINE! One week prior to start of class. For more

information contact Jennifer Peters at (765) 287-3551 or jpeters [at] minnetrista.net.

Located along historic White River, Minnetrista includes 40 acres of beautiful gardens and grounds, a modern museum facility, an historic home, Nature Area, numerous sculptures, and a portion of the White River Greenway. Minnetrista serves East Central Indiana with dynamic community activities and exhibits that honor and reflect its natural and cultural heritage. For more information about Minnetrista, visit www.minnetrista.net.


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