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ZOOMONTANA

• zoomontana.org | 406-652-8100
• Take a walk on the wild side at ZooMontana this summer.
• April hours: 10am-3pm M-F, 
• 10am-5pm Saturday and Sunday
• May-September hours: 10am-5pm, 
• 7 days a week
• Admissions must be purchased an hour before closing.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

• Billings Gymnastics School
• billingsgymnastics.com | 406-259-2237
• Parties available for ages 3-8 years
• Groups up to 24, private birthday room, and we clean up. High energy instructors, bounce house, foam pits, trampolines, and more!
• Call or book online

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

• Oasis Waterpark
• billingsoasis.com | 406-969-3131
• Basic Package: $139
• Includes: 10 All-Day Admission Wristbands (up to $80 value), 2 Pizzas (up to $40 value), 2 Pitchers of Soda ($12 value), Party Paper Products & Utensils ($10 value)
• For the best value book your party on a weekday and receive a $20 discount off basic price!
• Reserve your date and time online

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

• Magic City Gymnastics
• magiccitygymnastics.com | 406-221-2424
• Cost for up to 12 participants: $250-members / $275-non-members
• Your 90-minute Gymnastics or Ninja Warrior Themed party includes games, relays, and/or obstacle course, a huge bounce house, and gymnastics or ninja warrior fun throughout the gym. Includes 2 dedicated coaches, a prize for the birthday child, and a digital personalized invitation. 
• Reserve your party by calling 221-2424. 

SUMMER 2021 CAMPS AT RMC

• Rocky Mountain College
• rocky.edu/camps
• RMC hosts a number of summer camps for youth. Please check the full menu of camps for the Summer 2021 Season  
• Due to the current pandemic, these camps may be canceled with little notice.
• Registration Opens April 1, 2021

MAGIC CITY GYMNASTICS SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP

• Magic City Gymnastics
• magiccitygymnastics.com | 406-221-2424
• M-F, 9am-3pm | Bring a sack lunch
• Grades: Entering 1st-6th 
• Cost: $190/child/camp
• Located in Rimrock Mall
• All camps include swimming, field trips, games, crafts, fun, new friends, gymnastics, ninja. 
• June 7-11: Phineas and Ferb: Summer Vacation
• June 14-18: Super Heroes
• June 21-25: The Great Relay Race
• June 28-July 2: USA All the Way
• July 5-9: Spectacular Science
• July 12-16: Christmas in July
• July 19-23: Backyard Bash
• July 26-30: Olympics - Sports Galore
• Aug 2-6: Dr. Seuss and Friends
• Aug 9-13: Better Than Back to School

SUMMER DANCE PROGRAMS

• Summer Dance Programs
• School of Classical Ballet at the Montana Dance Center
• scbbillings.com | 406-702-7262
• Classes: in Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, Jazz | June 14-July 29 (all ages)
• Themed Dance Camps: June & July (ages 2.5-11)
• Dance Intensive w/ Guest Faculty: Aug 2-13 (Ages 9+ with 3+ years of training)

11 WEEKS OF ADVENTURE 

• DAY CAMPS
• Billings Parks and Recreation
• billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371 
• Register online beginning April 1st!
• Headquarters at North Park Center

WILD WEST TIME TRAVELERS 

• Week 1: June 7-11 (M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm)
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $175/week
• Take a trip back in time and explore the Wild West! Learn the skills that the early cowboys, pioneers, and mountain men mastered. Camp will focus on the early inhabitants and settlers of Yellowstone Valley and the surrounding areas. Activities include: visiting historical sites and tours, hiking, climbing, and canoeing.

SURVIVOR CHALLENGE

• Week 2: June 14-18, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $195/week 
• A unique experience that tests campers' endurance, attitude, team spirit, wilderness knowledge, and resourcefulness. By focusing on teamwork and building unity among ALL campers, everyone is sure to enjoy this thrilling camp. Activities include: small team challenges, historical landmark tours, and hiking!

INCREDIBLE AQUATIC EXPLORATION

• Week 3: June 21-25, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Week 7: July 19-23, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $195/week
• Make a splash this summer with exciting water activities! Water education is provided, as well as exposure to new aquatic experiences. Activities include: white water rafting, snorkeling and water slides!

SCIENCE WEEK

• Week 4: June 28-July 2, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $175/week
• Explore the great unknowns science has to offer, plus some of the amazing engineering feats humans have created. Activities include: rocket launches, science labs, dam building, and other exciting activities. 

INTO THE WILD

• Week 5: July 6-9, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $145/week
• Geared towards learning about nature and what it has to offer. This hands-on camp enlightens campers of activities that our great state provides. Including: Paddle boarding, Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary, Yellowtail Dam, and Pompey's Pillar. 

ULTIMATE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 

• Week 6: July 12-16, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Week 9: Aug 2-6, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $245/week
• This mega adventure exposes campers to the thrilling outdoors. There is overnight camping on Thursday night each week (menus and overnight schedule are provided prior to camping trip). Activities include overnight camping, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and much more! 

ANIMAL PLANET

• Week 8: July 26-30, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $195/week
• Camp will focus on learning about plants, animals, and insects found in Montana and around the world and the extraordinary adaptations that allow them to survive in harsh conditions. Activities include: ZooMontana and Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary.

ZOMBIE SURVIVAL GUIDE

• Week 10: Aug 9-13, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $175/week
• As outrageous as your child’s imagination, this camp will provide creative scenarios that teach life-saving survival skills. Gore is limited, however, the post-apocalypse sensation is explored at great length. Activities include: zombie dress, zombie races and zombie challenges.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP CAMP

• Week 11: Aug 16-20, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $195/week
• Parks and Rec will be in partnership with BE BETTER, to help campers learn leadership, confidence, and self-empowerment. Half of each camp day will be spent with William Henry, Founder and CEO of Be Better World. Activities will be based around building positive qualities and confidence going into the school year.

11 WEEKS OF PIONEER PLAYHOUSE

• Billings Parks and Recreation
• billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
• June 7-Aug 16, M-F, 7:30am-5:30pm
• Location: Zimmerman Center, Pioneer Park
• Ages 5-8 (5 year olds must have completed preschool)
• Cost: $120 per week / $65 per half-day sessions (AM/PM)
• Playhouse provides a variety of exciting and fun-filled opportunities. Each week follows a fun and creative theme, with daily, themed activities.   
• Register online beginning April 1st!
• Camp Themes:
• Week 1: June 7-11: Exploration of 5 senses
• Week 2: June 14-18: Green Thumb Gardeners
• Week 3: June 21-25: Science Week 
• Week 4: June 28-July 2: Challenging the Challenger 
• Week 5: July 6-9: Under the Sea
• Week 6: July 12-16: Nature Explorers 
• Week 7: July 19-23: Mess Makers
• Week 8: July 26-30: Dinosaur Discovery
• Week 9: Aug 2-6: Great Create Art Seekers 
• Week 10: Aug 9-13: Wild Water Week
• Week 11: Aug 16-20: Zoo Frenzy

KINDER CAMP

• Billings Family YMCA
• billingsymca.org | 406-248-1685
• June 7-Aug 13, M-F, 6:45am-6pm
• Age: Children entering Kindergarten in the fall
• Cost: Members- $108/week, Offsite members- $133/week, Non-members- $178/week 
• Location: Drop off at Central Christian Church, afternoon pick up at YMCA
• Children may not be dropped off early or picked up late without making prior arrangements. 

PRESCHOOL CAMP

• Billings Family YMCA
• billingsymca.org | 406-248-1685
• June 7-Aug 13, M-F, 9am-1pm
• Ages: 3-5 (Children not entering Kindergarten in the fall) 
• Cost: Members $67/week, non-members $107/week 
• Location: YMCA Preschool
• Preschool Camp follows the weekly themes, but do not go on field trips. Must be potty trained. 

Y CAMP

• Billings Family YMCA
• billingsymca.org | 406-248-1685
• June 7-Aug 13, M-F, 6:45am-6pm
• Grades: Children entering grades 1st-6th
• Cost: Members- $108/week, Offsite members- $133/week, Non-members- $178/week 
• Location: Billings Family YMCA
• Children may not be dropped off early or picked up late without making prior arrangements. 

 MAGIC CITY CAMP

• Billings Parks and Recreation
• billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
• Ages: 8-11
• Cost: $160/week
• Week 1: June 7-11
• Week 2: June 14-18
• Week 3: June 21-25
• Week 4: June 28-July 2
• Week 5: July 12-16
• Week 6: July 19-23
• Week 7: July 26-30
• Week 8: Aug 2-6
• Week 9: Aug 9-13 
• This classic, all-day camp has made a comeback! This is a camp for kids who want to experience all of the best activities the Magic City has to offer. Camp is based out of Veterans Park. Campers will engage in activities in the park, as well as travel throughout the Billings community.
• Register online beginning April 1st!

GRANITE'S ACTIVE SUMMER CAMP

• Granite Health+Fitness
• granitebillings.com
• Ages: 4-12
• Weekly sessions starting June 7-Aug 13
• 12:30-3:30pm, M-F 
• Cost: $75/week-member; $95/week-non-member
• Location: Start and end at Granite Sport Daycare
• Fun-filled afternoons of everything from arts & crafts, music, swim lessons, adventure, science projects, rock climbing, character building, and more! Sign up weekly, spots limited! 
• Sign-ups available now: Contact jen.farewell@granitebillings.com with questions. 

CRITTER CAMP

• Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter
• www.yvas.org 
• Ages 8-11
• July 5-9 / Aug 9-13, M-F, 7:30-8:30am (drop-off)-4:30-5:30pm (pick-up)
• Cost: $200
• Animal-themed camps. Campers will learn the importance of kindness & compassion for animals through humane education lessons, guest speakers, fun activities & crafts, and animal interactions.
• Space is limited, register: www.yvas.org. 

HARRY POTTER CAMP

• Moss Mansion Museum
• mossmansion.com | 406-256-5100
• Session 1: July 12-16
• Session 2: July 26-30
• 9am-12pm, M-F
• Ages: 10-14
• Cost: $175/camper
• This summer, the Moss transforms to “Mogwarts Academy,” welcoming young witches and wizards to a week of Harry Potter-themed learning and FUN! Magical professors will be on-site to instruct students in the art of herbology, potions, and the study of Magical Creatures. Crafts, House games, scavenger hunts, and more are in store for an unforgettable summer adventure!  
• Advanced Registration Required

AMERICAN GIRL DOLL SUMMER CAMP

• Moss Mansion Museum
• mossmansion.com | 406-256-5100
• July 19-23, 9am-12pm, M-F
• Ages: 8-12
• Cost: $175/camper
• Join us and American Girl Doll, Rebecca, as we step back in time to 1914. Campers will learn how Rebecca’s qualities shine through them, exhibiting integrity, compassion and confidence. We’ll also explore one of Rebecca’s main interests – acting! Camp activities will include making doll accessories, touring the Moss Mansion (all the way to the third floor!), and engaging in unique indoor and outdoor hands-on activities. Bring your favorite doll and get ready to make new friends and memories this summer!  
• Advanced Registration Required

 KIDS IN THE KITCHEN 

• Billings Parks and Recreation
• billingsparks.org | 406-657-8371
• Aug 9-13, 9:30am -12pm
• Ages: 9-13
• Cost: $75
• Location: North Park Center Kitchen 
• Come make a mess in Billings Parks & Recreation’s kitchen! We provide young chefs the opportunity to find success preparing their favorite dishes. Safety is important during this class and kitchen etiquette is taught to ensure each participant is safe. Bring your creativity and appetite for this exciting class!
• Register online beginning April 1st!

Originally printed in the April 2021 issue of Simply Local Magazine

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