Specialty Camps
Our specialty camps offer kids from Gypsum to Edwards access to tailored camps for all ages and abilities. We will discover new skills and forge lasting friendships through engaging activities in a variety of disciplines.
2019 Camp Schedule
- Art CampsGypsum Rec Center
Our art camps provide an introduction to several forms of art in a welcoming and inspiring environment. We will explore different mediums and learn basic techniques to practice and refine our skills. During these camps students will create unique works of art and explore their creative potential. Each week we will learn a new form of art such as Mixed Media, Clay, Painting & Papermache. Camps are $99/session and run Monday through Thursday. For kids ages 5-12.
Session One: Clay Series
Monday, June 17th – Thursday, June 20th (1pm-4pm)
Who doesn’t love messy crafts, Clay gives participants a unique opportunity to create something with their own hands that they can cherish for years to come.
Price: $99
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Register HereSession Two: Mixed Media
Monday, July 8th – Thursday, July 11th (1pm-4pm)
Mixed Media refers to a visual art form that combines a variety of media in a single artwork. There is no limit to the creation and fun to have when our art can take many forms. Participants will learn so many different mediums and combine those skills to create incredible works of art.
Price: $99
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Register HereSession Three: Paper Mache
Monday, July 22nd – Thursday, July 25th (1pm-4pm)
Paper Mache is a flexible media that uses paper and Paper Mache mixture to create interesting sculpture shapes such as different animals, piñatas and puppets. These creations can be shaped to please the creator and can be painted in a variety of colors. Remember to wear clothes that you can get messy in.
Price: $99
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Register HereSession Four: Pottery & Painting
Monday, August 5th – Thursday, August 8th (1pm-4pm)
Learn to express yourself authentically and freely through art, participants will create paintings and pottery using a variety of art techniques, come explore and learn about many famous artistic styles in these two medias.
Price: $99
Location: Gypsum Rec Center
Register Here - Teen Gardening CampEagle County Building - Eagle, CO
Summer 2019
Every Monday from June 17th – August 12th (9am-12pm)
Mountain Recreation has partnered with the CSU Extension Agent for Horticulture and Small Acreage Management for an exciting opportunity to garden. Participants will plant and learn how to take care and harvest a garden through fun interactive lessons about plants, insect, and soil & water conservation. The camp is going to be STEAM based so we will do some art activities in addition to the science activities/experiments. For kids ages 13-15.
Price: $99
Location: Eagle County Building (Garden Level Classroom)
500 Broadway St. Eagle CO 81631
Registration Deadline: Monday June 17 - Camp 911Gypsum & Edwards
July 10, 2019 (Edwards Field House)
July 17, 2019 (Gypsum Recreation Center)The 18th annual Camp 911 is a one day course that will introduce youth ages 9 – 11 to the Emergency Services agencies in Eagle County. Ambulance, Law Enforcement, Fire and emergency rescue teams will be on hand to teach a variety of rescue and safety procedures.
Activities will include: First Aid/CPR, Fire Safety, Self Defense / Personal protection, Traffic, Helmet and Bike Safety plus up close with local heroes working in emergency services. For kids ages 9 – 11.
TIME: Drop Off @8:00 am – Pick-Up @4:15 pm
COST: $10/child
PLEASE send lunch with your child.
