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Summer Sports Camps

Last summer over 400 young athletes participated in sports camps operated by New Castle County.  Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.  Camps are open to athletes with novice to intermediate skill levels.  The camp fee is $60 (Tennis is $115) which includes a t-shirt, instructor, and administrative fees.  Participants should bring personal equipment as well as drinks, a towel, and rain gear (for outdoor camps).  In case of questionable weather, the activity may be delayed, postponed, or switched to an alternate indoor site, if available.

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Safety Town

Safety Town is an exciting program using a miniature town with streets, crosswalks, houses, and signs for children 4, 5, and 6 years old. In this 15-hour program, children are taught to become safety conscious through activities in our outdoor miniature town, and indoor crafts and visits from guest speakers.
 
Cost is $65 per session; $75 for out-of-state residents
 

Summer Youth Police Academy

Hosted by New Castle County Department of Public Safety, Division of Police
 
June 18-22 - 8am-4pm
New Castle County Police Academy
201 Kimberton Dr.,  Newark, DE
 
This camp is for children between the ages of 12-16 years old who have an interest in exploring a career in law enforcement. The campers will receive hands-on instruction taught by experienced members of the department.  For consideration, students must be enrolled in a county school, have a passing grade point average and furnish two community referrals. Applications can be downloaded HERE. 
 
For additional information, please contact Senior Corporal Amy Kevis at 302-395-8059 or e-mail akevis@nccde.org.

Art Studio

The Art Studio offers summer camps in Clay, Drawing and Painting, Mixed Media, and more.  These consist of ten 1 1/2 hour classes Monday through Friday. 
 

Explorer's Club at Rockwood

August 6-10, 9am - 3pm, Ages 9-12, $100

Before & Aftercare Available $30 (7:30am – 5:30pm)
Location: Rockwood Mansion, 610 Shipley Road, Wilmington

  • Hike and find Rockwood Lost Gold Mines
  • Pan for gold in the creek
  • Dig for archaeological history
  • Letter box
  • Learn to be a museum curator
  • Search for "The Secret Room" in the Mansion
  • Ghost tours of the Museum
  • Behind the Scenes tour
  • Seek out evidence of the Underground Railroad
To register call 302-761-4340.  Visit www.rockwood.org for more info on Rockwood Park and Museum.