From outdoor adventures to ariel ballet to gardening, the annual Front Porch Guide to Summer Camps offers a camp for every kid.

Adventures Outside Day Camps. For kids entering 1st-5th grade. 11-week outdoor and educational programs at 2 Denver river locations. 6/8 to 8/21, $200/wk. The Greenway Foundation. www.greenwayfoundation.org/summercamp, 303.743.9720 ext. 910, bekky@greenwayfoundation.org

Avid4 Adventure Summer Camps teach pre-K-12 graders of all levels to climb, paddle, bike, hike and thrive in the outdoors. A time-tested curriculum and experienced instructors (all 21+ and certified in Wilderness First Aid and CPR)  give campers solid outdoors skills and character-shaping confidence they can use at camp and beyond. Day camps in Boulder, Golden, Highlands Ranch, Denver Washington Park and Denver Stapleton (NEW in 2015!). Overnight camps in Bailey, CO. Learn more and sign up at www.avid4.com or call 800-977-9873. Weekly camps 6/6 to 8/7. At Westerly Creek Elem., 8800 E. 28th Ave. 9am-3pm. Extended care: 8am-6pm. Save $30 on day camps & $75 on Colorado Mountain Camp per session till 2/28.

Altogether Outdoors Summer Camps: Connect with nature, friends and counselors; focus on youth development and play. Stapleton-based day camps and mountain sleepaway camps. ACA Accredited, CDHS licensed. Stapleton Day Camps (ages 5-11) have limited space; usually sell out by April! Sleep Away Camp (ages 7-15): sailing, rock climbing, horseback riding, arts & crafts, backpacking, songs, campfires, etc., at camp property with private lake. Discounts, payment plans, scholarships available for all programs. aocamps.com, 720.249.2997

Art Students League of Denver. Drawing, painting, ceramics, mixed media, sculpture. Morning and afternoon camps available. Prices vary. 303.778.6990, asld.org

Arvada Center Summer Arts Camps. Fun and creative experiences in theater, visual arts, dance, ceramics, music, creative writing, storytelling and photography for ages 5-18; ArtStart camps for 1½-4-year-olds. Highly trained teachers in safe and fun environment. www.arvadacenter.org ,720.898.7200

Augustana Lutheran Church Vacation Bible School. For kids starting1st to leaving 5th grade. Week of singing, crafts, games and faith. 303.388.4678. Augustana Lutheran Church, 5000 E. Alameda Ave.

Aurora Dance Arts Summer Camps. Various locations. Sessions include Fairy Tale Princess, Lil’ Kids Hip Hop Camp, Michael Jackson Dance Camp, All Styles Dance Camp, Teen Hip Hop, Poms/Cheerleading Camp, Ballet Intensive, etc. Ages 4-18. Begin 6/15. www.auroragov.org/dance, 303.326.8308

Aurora Fox Summer Drama Camps. Various locations across city of Aurora. Ages 4-18. Half days. Sessions: Acting Up ages 4-6; Little Foxes ages 7-10; Teen Acting Camp and Broadway Bound ages 11 and up. Themes: Stupid Animal Adventures, Hunger Games, Zombie Romeo and Juliet, Norse Mythology, Science Fiction, Musical Theatre. www.aurorafox.org, 303.739.1973

Aurora History Museum Pioneer Camp. DeLaney Farm Historic Site. 2 Sessions: 6/22-26 or 7/13-17. Half day camp ages 8-12. $90 for Aurora residents, $110 for nonresidents. www.auroramuseum.org , 303-739-6660

Ballet Ariel Summer Camp. Ballet training mixed with fun. Classes in ballet, modern, acting for dancers, etc. 7/13-17 and 7/20-24, Mon.-Fri 10am-3pm. Tuition includes before and aftercare between 8:30am-5pm. Beginning/Intermediate level for ages 8-12; Intermediate/Advanced level for ages 12-18. 7808 E. Cherry Creek S. Dr., Ste. 209. 303.945.4388, www.balletariel.org/school

Bladium Kids Camps. Highly active weeklong camps; full or half-day options. Lunch/snacks included. Begin 6/8. 2400 Central Park Blvd. 303.320.3033, denverkids@bladium.com, bladiumdenver.com/youth-kids/kids-camps

Bluff Lake Nature Center. 3400 Havana Way. Ages 6-7, Half-day 9am-12:30pm/$175 + After Camp 12:30-2:30pm/$65. Ages 7-12. Half-day 9am-12:30pm/$175 + After Camp 12:30-2:30pm/$65 or Full-days with off-site excursions 9am-2:30pm/$300. Flexible drop-off from 8-9am/free. Two themes: Pathfinders (6/8-12, 6/15-19, 6/ 22-26) and River Walkers (7/13-17, 7/20-24, 7/27-30). Discounts for early registration (2/1-28), multiple kids/weeks and referrals. Explore science and nature at Bluff Lake. Keith@blufflake.org, 720.708.4079, BluffLake.org

Camp Chief Ouray (CCO). Traditional overnight camp for ages 7-17. In cabins with 2 college-aged, trained counselors and 6-9 kids of own gender/age. Low staff-to-camper ratio. 5,100 acres of mountains, valleys, streams and meadows. Teens ages 15-18 can participate in Leader-in-Training, Counselor-in-Training, Wrangler-in-Training and Wilderness Leadership. www.campchiefouray.org/

Camp Courage. Weeklong free camp for kids and siblings struggling with cancer. 6/14-18 in foothills above Boulder. Activities include high ropes course, zip line, big swing, hiking, crafts, fishing, archery and nature. Director John Hite at www.camp-courage.org, camp.courage@hotmail.com

CASTA Middle School String Camp. 7/22-25, overnight camp in Divide, CO, ages 11-14, $325. Golden Bell Camp and Conference Center. Participate in rehearsals, sectionals, technique classes and recreation activities. www.castastringcamp.com. Introduction to Strings–Music Exploration Camp: 8/3-7, Mon-Fri, 9am-11am, ages 4-8, $100. Try several instruments with basic songs and note reading, ear training and rhythm. Kelly Benson, 720.420.5000, Kelly@coloradoschoolofstrings.com

Ceramics in the City. Learn techniques to paint pottery, cut and fuse glass projects, mold and paint clay projects, etc. 2 sessions but won’t repeat any projects so sign up for both. Session 1: 6/23, 24, 25. $150; Session 2: 7/28, 29, 30 $150. 9am-12pm. Ages 7-13. 1912 Pearl St., 303.200.0461, www.ceramicsinthecity.com

Chess Academy of Denver Chess Camps. Englewood. 6/8-12, full- and half-day options; 7/ 6-8. All abilities/ages. 8:1 staff-student ratio. Three 2-day chess camps offered throughout summer for specific ability levels. Scorekeeping, etiquette, tournament prep, logical thinking and strategic planning for all phases of game. Learn from chess master/author Todd Bardwick. 303.770.6696, www.coloradomasterchess.com/

Children’s Art School’s Joy of Art and Summer provides in depth arts education for interested and talented young artists, ages 4 through 12.  The week long half-day programs run from June through August in the University Park neighborhood in South Denver. Highlights include: Oil Painting for Kids, Colorado Animal Sculptures and Summer Sketchbooks. For more information, contact 303 369-7956.

City of Aurora Summer Camps at various locations. Ages 3-14. www.auroragov.org/recreation, 303.326.8560

Colorado Ballet Academy Summer Programs. Downtown Denver. All ages. Cost varies re weeks of participation. Colorado Ballet Academy,1075 Santa Fe. 303.339.1623, www.coloradoballet.org

Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Summer Camps. Ages 5-18, June-Aug. Cost varies per camp. Skills development from beginning fundamentals to elite player evolution. In Stapleton, Lowry or Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. www.rapidsyouthsoccer.org, 303.399.5858

Colorado School of Strings Camps. Stapleton Youth Orchestra Camp: 6/8-12, Mon-Fri, 9am-12pm, $150. For violin, viola, cello and bass students with at least 1 year experience on their instrument. Orchestral pieces learned to be performed; sectionals, music theory and leadership training. String Camp for Young Players: 7/13-17, Mon-Fri, 9-11am, ages 4-10, $100; previous experience on violin, viola or cello. Solos/group pieces for music theory, ear training and alternative styles. Kelly Benson, 720.420.5000, Kelly@coloradoschoolofstrings.com, www.coloradoschoolofstrings.com

Commerce City Parks and Recreation Summer Camps. 6/8-8/7. Full-day camps from animal planet and buggin’ out to extreme sports, urban adventures, superheroes, etc. State-licensed ; CCAP-approved. Registration open 2/23. $120-$140/week resident; $145-$165/week nonresidents. Ages 6-15. 6060 E. Parkway Dr., Commerce City. 303.289.3659, c3gov.com/camp

Creative Learning Preschool Camps. Quebec Square, 7505 E. 35th Ave., Ste. 340. Morning and afternoon camps including preschool curriculum, gym time, music, crafts, outside play, snack, centers. Ages 2-7. 303.377.8855, www.creativelearningdenver.com

Dardano’s School of Gymnastics Pre School Adventure Camp. 2250 Kearney St. Two 4-week sessions beginning June 1-June 25 and July 6-July 30. Mon through Thurs 9:30am–12:30 pm. Flexible scheduling. Ages 3–5½ years, boys and girls. Combining gymnastics with enrichment activities, arts & crafts, games and more. 303.355.0080 or  www.dardanosgym.com.

Dance Institute Summer Camp. 4601 Quebec St. Educational/affordable dance camps for ages 4 and up. Weeklong; divided by age and abilities. Full and ½ day camps available June, July and August. New: summer intermediate and advance dance intensives for teens and pre-teens. www.DanceInstituteDenver.com

DAVA Summer ART Program-Oasis Studio. Downtown Aurora Visual Arts free drop-in art program concentrating on personal expression through the arts. Ages 7-17. Ceramic, pottery, sculpture, drawing, painting, printmaking, etc. Summer hours: 1:30-4:30, Mon-Fri. 1410 Florence St. davarts.org

David Ross Piano Studio-Songwriting/Composition Intensive Program. Learn to create great music. Music technology for those interested in recording, sequencing, looping, etc. Work one-on-one with singer/songwriter/composer David Ross in his Stapleton studio. Specialized and individual attention. Basic knowledge of music or instrument desirable, but not necessary. Students entering 7th-12th grade. Flexible summer dates/times. pianomanross@yahoo.com, www.denverpianostudio.com

Denver Botanic Gardens’ Garden Camps. Ages 6-12. Grow your mind, plant a new friend and dig into the Gardens with weeklong day camps. 1007 York St. 720.865.3580, catalog.botanicgardens.org, registrar@botanicgardens.org

Denver Art Museum Classes & Day Camps. Ages 6-15 Half-day and full-day camps. 100 W. 14th Ave. Parkway. 720.913.0130, www.denverartmuseum.org, familyprograms@denverartmuseum.org

Denver Center Theatre Academy. Learn to act, sing, dance and design sets. All classes taught by professional actors/directors from DCPA. Scholarships available. Denver Center for the Performing Arts. 303.446.4892, academy@dcpa.org, denvercenter.org

Denver Fencing Center Summer Camps. Weeklong full-day camps open to any kid who’s dreamed of being a knight, Jedi or pirate. Beginner through advanced camps in June, July and August; ages 7 & up. Call about Medieval Camp. 1930 S. Navajo St. (Ruby Hill Park). 303.922.7288, www.denverfencingcenter.com/camps.html

Denver Montclair International School Summer Camps. English and foreign language camp options; no prior language experience necessary. 206 Red Cross Way (Lowry). www.dmischool.com

Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Options from weeklong half-day to weeklong full-day camps. Ages 4-grade 6. Register online or get forms on website to mail in or call 303.370.6000. www.dmns.org. 303.370.6455.

Denver School of the Arts. Various summer programs and camps for students grades 3-12. 6/8-7/24. DSA campus Montview and Quebec. Affordable/flexible programs in theatre, vocal music, dance and creative writing. $55-$210 depending on program. dsa.dpsk12.org or Tracy Holt at tracy_holt@dpsk12.org or Brandon Becker at brandon_becker@dpsk12.org

Denver Dumb Friends League Camps. Learn to be safe around animals and work with variety of shelter pets. Experienced, enthusiastic staff, guest speakers and cuddly critters for a week of activities, games and crafts. Various dates at Denver shelter. 303.751.5772, ddfl.org/crittercamp

Denver Zoo Camp Summer Safari 2015. Registration now open. Weeklong day camps for pre-K-8th grade. Animal lovers enjoy hands-on activities, zoo exploration, animal encounters/observations, crafts, games, stories, projects, etc. www.denverzoo.org

Dream BIG Day Camp. 3-6-9 weeks of team/individual sports, performing arts and arts/crafts. 6:1 camper to counselor ratios; emphasize self-esteem building and fun. Yoga, rocketry, climbing wall, water slides, etc. Mary Stein: 303.377.1805, .www.dreambigdaycamp.com

DSST: Stapleton Tennis Camp. Ages 5-12. Led by DSST coaches. Focus on serve, forehand and backhand groundstrokes, volleys and overheads. Kids play skill and mini-tennis games with team competition at week’s end. Groups based on age and skill level. 26 kids/session max. Portion of fee benefits DSST Tennis Team. 6/8-12 and 6/15-19, 9am-12pm (choose 1 or both weeks). Tennis courts at Montview and Syracuse. $195/week or $350/both weeks. Jenny: munroejm@yahoo.com

DU P.A.S.S. Camp. 1-week summer camps: soccer, rock climbing, swimming, gymnastics, dance, flag football, etc. Univ. of Denver. 303.871.3908, recreation@du.edu, www.du.edu/ritchiecenter/youthprograms/passcamp

DU Women’s Basketball Camps. Intro to basketball and basic skills for grades 1-6, 6/22-25. Junior Elite Camp for grades 6-9 to expand basketball knowledge and prepare for high school, 6/19-20. Both camps 9am-3pm daily. www.denverbasketballcamps.com, denverwbbcamps@gmail.com

First Tee of Denver Summer Junior Golf Programs. Instruction for kids of all ability levels ages 4 and up. www.thefirstteeofdenver.com

Four Mile Historic Park Camps. Ages 6-11. How the West Was Fun! Full-day camp, members $203, nonmembers $225. 6/15-19 and 7/20-24; 9am-3pm (before & after care available 7-9am and 3-5:30pm). Homesteading Half-day Camp, members $126, nonmembers $140. 7/6-10; 9am-12pm. Thursday at Molly Brown House. Ranches to Railroads Half-day Camp, members $126, nonmembers $140, 8/3-7; 9am-12pm. Thursday at Molly Brown House. Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S. Forest St. Registration open 2/16 (2/2 for members) and open till 2 weeks prior each start date. 720.865.0814, www.fourmilepark.org/summer-day-camp

Grand Slam Tennis Camps. Ages 5-12. Run by Meredith McGrath, former Wimbledon singles semi-finalist and doubles finalist. Camps focus on proper stroke production and swing technique using a combination of drill work and game play to keep the learning fun. June 29-July 3, July 13-17, or August 3-7. 9.30am–12.30pm. $200/week; 2 or more camps, same child $180/week; 10% sibling discount (discount taken off second child’s registration). Location: Venture Prep/McAuliffe courts, 25th & Holly St. Contact Meredith McGrath at: meredithjmcgrath@yahoo.com

Heritage Camps for Adoptive Families. Ages 3-18 and parents. Various dates throughout summer. $103- $128/person plus lodging. 12 summer camps for families who have adopted internationally and domestically, which provide authentic cultural activities and supportive environment for whole adoptive family. Various Colorado locations. www.heritagecamps.org or Pam Sweetser: 303.320.4234 or pam.sweetser@heritagecamps.org

Humanex Academy’s Summer Academics and Enrichment and Adventure Camp. 6/8-7/3. Attend 1 or all 4 weeks. For those in grades 6-12 wanting to complete school courses and explore creative talents while practicing new skills. Weeklong wilderness camp for students with anxiety about trying new things and being away from home. www.humanexacademy.com

iD Tech Camps
Code, game, create! At iD Tech Camps, students ages 7-17 code apps, design video games, mod in Minecraft, engineer robots, build websites, produce movies, and more. Kids meet new friends and gain a competitive edge for school and future STEM careers. Held at the University of Denver, CU Boulder, CSU Fort Collins, Stanford, UCLA, and others. https://www.idtech.com/locations/colorado-summer-camps/, 1-888-709-8324.

In Motion Summer. Endorphin Fitness camp to keep kids active, engaged and having fun. Run by certified, passionate and educated fitness professionals. 8am-5pm; extended hours if needed Ages 5-13.Weekly camps 6/6-8/7. $300/week. www.myendorphin.com/kids-summer-camps, Robin Riley: rmriley7@gmail.com

Jewish Community Center. Day camps, sleepaway camps, sports camps and weeklong themed camps. Before and after care available for extra fee. www.jccdenver.org, 303.316.6307

Johnson & Wales University Girls Soccer College Prep Camp. Girls 14 and up wanting to play college soccer and know recruitment process. 4 days of preseason-like training sessions and small sided games. Get to know JWU women’s soccer staff/players, be evaluated by college coaches, train with current college players. Includes campus tour, college fitness talk and demonstration, speed/agility training, weight training, college recruiting talk and interactive workbook. 7/13-16, 9am-4pm. Athletic trainer on-site. Workbook, T-shirt, water bottle included. Personal evaluation. $250. Jennifer Colley: 303.256.9511; jcolley@jwu.edu

Johnson & Wales University Soccer College ID Camp. Girls 14 and up in HS, junior or 4-year college wanting to play college soccer and learn recruitment process. Get to know JWU women’s soccer staff/players. 2/22, 4/12, 5/26, 8:30am-12 pm. Athletic trainer on-site, workbook, T-shirt, personal evaluation. Train w/current college soccer players; evaluation by JWU and other college coaches. $50/session. Jennifer Colley: 303.256.9511, jcolley@jwu.edu

Johnson & Wales University Youth Basketball Day Camp. Ages 5-13, boys and girls. Fundamental basketball skills and team concepts. Skills sessions and games daily. 6/22- 25, 9am-4pm. Athletic trainer on-site; JWU coaches/players serve as counselors. $250. Quintin Grogan: 303.256.9319, qgrogan@jwu.edu

Johnson & Wales University Youth Soccer Day Camp. Coed, ages 5-14. Skills sessions (dribbling, passing, shooting and defending) and small sided games daily. Session 1 7/20-23; Session 2 7/27- 30. Full-day 9am-4pm or half-day 9am-12pm. Athletic trainer on-site. JWU players serve as counselors. JWU coaches. Half-day $150; full-day $200/per week. Jennifer Colley: 303.256.9511; jcolley@jwu.edu

Kathy’s Kamp Summer Enrichment Camp. 6/8-7/24. Affordable childcare option for working parents. Sports, outdoor activities, cooking classes, reading education, arts & crafts, swimming, etc. Run by Families Forward Resource Center, Z-Place, 4800 Telluride St. $75/week. 9am-3:30pm, with extra $5/day to start at 7am and extra $5/day to stay to 6pm. CCAP accepted and fundraisers available to help parents raise money for camp fees. familiesforwardrc.org, 303.307.0718

LYNX National Arts and Media Camps. CU Denver camp for high school students interested in music industry, movie production, digital design, digital animation and 3D design, and/or photography. 6/14-26. $1,450 for commuter students; $1,950 for residential students. www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/CAM/LYNX_Summer_Camps

Mike Giles Family Karate 2015 Summer Camps. Session one: 6/15-6/19, session two: 7/20-7/24, session three: 8/3-8/7. info@mikegileskarate.com or mikegileskarate.com

Minds On, Hands On Summer Camp. 6550 E. 21st Ave. For incoming kindergarten–incoming 7th grade. Enrichment camp to support and bring all students up to grade level as readers, writers and mathematicians. Morning focus on academics, blocks of reading, math and language. Afternoon recreational activities: cooking, arts & crafts, outdoor activities and constructive play. 6/8-7/24. (No session 7/3). 9am-4pm, with early drop-off starting at 8am; late pickup ends at 5pm. $140/week, plus $5 for early drop-off and $5 for late pickup per week. Tammy Wiley:720.404.2643, tammyyammytyme@yahoo.com

Montessori Children’s House of Denver Summer Camp. 12 months-6th grade. Explore, create and engage. Sessions include art, music, adventure, nature, foreign language, etc. 4 Denver-area campuses. 303.322.8324, mchdenver.org

Musical Theater Summer Camps. Mon-Fri 9am-12pm. Disney’s Cinderella Jr. Ages 5-8. 6/15-19. Performance 6/19, 5:30pm. $150. Disney’s Aladdin Jr. Ages 8-13, 6/22-26. Performance 6/26, 5:30pm. $150. Limit: 15 students each camp. Roles for girls and boys. www.neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com, 720.378.3668, info@neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com

Music Summer Camps. Jazz Ensemble Camp (must have 3 years’ instrument experience) 7/13-17, 1-3 pm. $100. Includes Introduction to Jazz, ear training, improvisation and ensemble playing. www.neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com, 720 378.3668 info@neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com. Limit: 10 students. Piano Performance and Composition Camp. Ages 7-13. 6/8-12, 9am-1pm. $150. Students compose, perform and record own music in individual and collaborative setting. Limit: 15 students. www.neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com, 720.378.3668, info@neighborhoodmusicstapleton.com

OpenWorld Learning (OWL) Summer Camps. Ages 7-13. Current technologies, robotics, computer programming, movie making. At DU, Metro, Regis, Denver Jewish Day School, Montessori Academy of Colo. $275/week; scholarships for students on free and reduced lunch. 6/8-7/31. Weekly field trips, summer reading and reflection time. Drop-off and pickup times designed for working parents. www.openworldlearning.org/summer-camps/

School of the Poetic City. Camp One: Animation Lab (make animation) session 1: 6/8-12 or session 2: 6/15-19. $350/5-day session. Ages 5-14. 9am-4pm. Camp Two: Urban Art Excursion (visit museums and make art), 6/22-26 or Session 2: 6/29-7/3. $350/5-day session. Ages 5-14. 9am-4pm. www.schoolofthepoeticcity.com

Sewall Child Development Center. Weekly summer camp programs for children with and without special needs. 303.399.1800, sewall.org

Skyline Soccer Camps. Ages 2.5 to 10. Multiple dates/times. Central Park and Cramner Park locations. $75-$95. T-shirt included. www.skylinesoccer.org, 303.399.1645

S.M.A.R.T. Camps. Teacher-designed fast-pace learning style to excite/motivate kids to set goals, work hard and have fun. Sports and fitness, math, art, reading, technology, team building, goal setting and inspirational stories. Grades 1-6. In Stapleton area. Session 1 6/22-26; Session 2 7/27-31; Session 3 8/3-7. 9am-3pm. $250/session. Tracy Schoneman: tracy_80206@yahoo.com

Soccer Academy Camps. Advanced weeklong training to improve skills. Transition to Bladium Kids Camp available. Begins 6/8. 2400 Central Park Blvd. 303.320.3033, denverSA@bladium.com, bladiumdenver.com/youth-kids/soccer-academy

Spanish Fiesta Camp. Children learn Spanish while having fun. Activities include music, games, Zumba, cooking and more! Children will learn about Latin American culture and they’ll become familiar with commands, daily expressions, and vocabulary. At Stapleton Rec Center 9651 E. MLK Blvd 7/13-17. Info@SIFlanguageschool.com. www.SIFlanguageschool.com  303.200.0622.

Spark It Studios Summer Camps 2015. Coed half-day create camps. 9am-12pm and 1-4 pm for ages 4 and 5 and 6-9 and 9am-2pm for ages 10-13. Westerly Creek Elem. School Art Rm. Mixed media, clay, collages, painting, papier-mâché, jewelry, woodworking, etc. 6/15-8/14. $170+ per 5-day camp. www.sparkitdenver.com, 720.299.1806, pam@sparkitdenver.com, ansley@sparkitdenver.com

Stapleton All Sports Multi-Sport Camps. Boys & girls ages 4-10. 9am-12pm. 7/6-10, 7/13-17, 7/20-24, 7/27-31. $150/week or $500 for all 4 weeks. Athletes rotate through soccer, tennis, baseball/tee ball and football with fun drills and games to learn skills in each sport. Camps take place outside at Westerly Creek Elem., 26th and Akron in Stapleton. 720.985.6642, info@stapletonallsports.com

Stapleton All Sports Summer Golf Lessons. Boys & girls ages 6-12. Tuesdays and Thursdays (6/16, 6/18, 6/23, 6/25, 6/30 and 7/2 from 9-10:30am. $175 for 6 lessons. Learn golf with trusted instructors at state-of-the-art Green Valley Ranch Golf Academy facility. 720.985.6642, info@stapletonallsports.com

Stapleton All Sports Tennis Camp. Boys & girls ages 4-10. 9am-12pm. 6/15-19 & 6/22-26). $190/week or $335 for both weeks. Weekly camps focus on tennis fundamentals: serving, forehands, backhands, ground strokes and volleys. At Venture Prep tennis courts, 25th & Holly. 720.985.6642, info@stapletonallsports.com

Summer at Stanley. Child-centered program offers full-/half-day programs for ages 4-9th grade. $180/week half-day and $310/week full-day. Arts, sports, science, computer programming, swimming, theater, Hogwarts, academic options, etc. Highly qualified teaching staff in safe, fun, creative environment. 303.360.0803 x192, www.stanleybps.org

Summer in the Parks and Teen Adventures. Quality licensed child care providers offer comprehensive recreational programming including arts & crafts, active games & sports, aquatics, field trips and special events. Community Recreation at 720.865.0840, www.denvergov.org, community.rec@denvergov.org

Summer Sacred Art 2015. Ages 6-10. Mon-Thurs 9am-1:30pm, 6/15-18, 6/22-25, 7/6-9, 7/13-16. $70/child. Visual arts, music and story components, outdoor play and lunch (bring sack lunch). One mom and child session, 8/4-7, 9-11:30am for kids 6-10. Childcare available for young siblings this session only. $75/family. Sandy Prouty: 303.355.1651 ext.110 or prouty@montview.org. Montview Blvd. Presbyterian Church, 1980 Dahlia St. www.montview.org

Summer SOCCER and a MOVIE Kickoff Camp. 6/15-18, 9am-3pm and 6/19, 9am-12pm at Denver City Park and Sie Film Center. Ages 6-10, grades1-5. Participants play games and learn basic soccer skills with experienced/licensed soccer coaches at City Park in a.m., followed by lunch and closely supervised 10-minute walk to Sie Film Center in p.m. for age-appropriate movies. Campers receive T-shirt and a ball. www.soccerelectric.com

Suzuki Strings of Denver Summer Violin Camp. Group and enrichment classes for kids in Violin Books 1, 2, and 3. Mornings of June 8-12, 8:30am-12pm everyday at Messiah Community Church (1750 Colorado Boulevard- near the zoo). $110 per student before April 15. Contact Vanessa Vari at (716) 536-4612 or v_vari@hotmail.com for more information.

Temple Emanuel Camp. 51 Grape St. 7:30am-5:30pm, 6/2-8/1, ages 18 months to 6. Art, crafts, science, open gym, water play, outside time, music, games, story time, afternoon enrichments. 303.321.7258

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Bugs and Drugs Summer Camp. Learn how bugs (bacteria, viruses, fungi) cause infections and how medications work to cure diseases. Includes interaction with health profession faculty members and students, hand-on activities and games to enhance learning. $100. 8/3-7, 8am-12pm. Ages 15-18. Anschutz Medical Campus. www.ucdenver.edu/pharmacy/bugsanddrugscamp

University of Colorado Sports Camps. May-Aug. day and overnight camps for kids all ages. Sports camps: football, basketball, tennis, golf, ski, volleyball and soccer. Work with CU coaches/athletes, experience life on campus. Univ. of Colorado Boulder campus. 303.492.7931, cubuffs.com/camps

The Urban Farm. Farm experience with various workshops and classes. Embracing Horses horsemanship education and lessons. 303.307.9332, www.theurbanfarm.org

West Star Wilderness Backpacking Camps. Weeklong expeditions in Colorado Rockies. Backpacking, rafting, fishing, team building, survival and leadership skills. Scholarships available to those in need. Ted Conte: 303.459.7195, www.weststarwilderness.com

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum Summer Camp. Ages 7-13. Fun activities about aviation and our solar system, build planes and rockets and use flight simulators. www.wingsmuseum.org

YMCA of Metropolitan Denver. Day camps for ages 5-15 at various city locations. 720.524.2792, www.denverymca.org

Young Americans Center for Financial Education Day Camps. Weeklong camps include Young AmeriTowne, Girls Can, International Towne, Running Your Own Biz, Jr. $ense and Be Your Own Boss. 303.321.2265, www.yacenter.org/SummerCamps

Youth Learn to Sail Camp at Cherry Creek Reservoir. Ages 8-17. Learn rigging, sailboat handling, docking, right-of-way rules, capsize recovery, knot tying and marine safety; emphasis on basics and feeling comfortable. Instruction, sailboats and safety equipment included. www.sspr.org