Camp Manatee 2012 – Space is Filling Up!

Hello Everyone,

It’s that time of year again! Camp Manatee will be hosting another fun-filled summer of activities for campers ages 6-14yrs. old. Registration has started! You can register your camper(s) on the weekends at the Greynolds Park Main Office from 9:30am to 4:30pm and will continue every Saturdays and Sundays until camp begins. Space is limited, so make sure your camper(s) don’t miss out. Also please note the changes in our fees. There will now be a Before Care (7:30am-8:30am) and After Care (5:00pm-6:00pm) weekly fee of $10 as well as a transportation weekly fee of $11.  Before Care and After Care  is a fee for parents who need that service for their campers. Regular drop off time will be from 8:30am to 9:30am and pick time will be from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Camp hours will be from 9:30am to 4:00pm. All other fees remain unchanged.  For more information you can visit http://archcreek.wordpress.com/camp/, check frequently for updates, i.e. parent manual, rules and regulations, schedule, etc.

 

 

9th Annual Greynolds Park – LOVE IN!

 

Summer Camp & Counselor in Training

Camp Manatee registration has started. Please don’t wait until the last minute to register your camper(s). Registration is on the weekends at the Greynolds Park Main Office from 9:30am to 4:30pm until camp begins or until the camp has reached capacity. Spaces are filling up fast.

Camp Manatee will be hosting another fun-filled summer of activities for campers ages 6-14yrs. old. Also please note the changes in our fees. There will now be a transportation weekly fee of $11per camper as well as a Before Care (7:30am-8:30am) and After Care (5:00pm-6:00pm) weekly fee of $10 per camper.  Before and After Care is available for parents who need that service for their campers. Regular drop off time will be from 8:30am to 9:30am and pick up time will be from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Camp hours will be from 9:30am to 4:00pm. All other fees remain unchanged.  For more information you can visit http://archcreek.wordpress.com/camp/, check frequently for updates, i.e. parent manual, schedule, etc.

Camp Manatee also has a Counselor in Training (CIT) Program for individuals that have aged out of camp. Counselor in Training (CIT) participants will develop leadership skills and serve as a mentor to campers. CITs will learn how to lead groups and engage campers in fun activities. CITs will also assist counselors throughout the day with setting up and breaking down activities and games. Individuals enrolled in the program will receive community service hours at the end of summer. Space is limited, if interested in participating make sure to call the camp directors.

you can find both flyers on the camp page, along with the parent manual.

 

Hello Everyone,

It’s that time of year again! Camp Manatee will be hosting another fun-filled summer of activities for campers ages 6-14yrs. old. Registration starts this weekend (April 7^th & 8^th) at the Greynolds Park Main Office from 9:30am to 4:30pm and will continue every Saturdays and Sundays until camp begins. Space is limited, so make sure your camper(s) don’t miss out. Also please note the changes in our fees. There will now be a Before Care (7:30am-8:30am) and After Care (5:00pm-6:00pm) weekly fee of $10 as well as a transportation weekly fee of $11.  Before Care and After Care  is a fee for parents who need that service for their campers. Regular drop off time will be from 8:30am to 9:30am and pick time will be from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Camp hours will be from 9:30am to 4:00pm. All other fees remain unchanged.  For more information you can visit http://archcreek.wordpress.com/camp/, check frequently for updates, i.e. parent manual, rules and regulations, schedule, etc.

 

Plant Sale this SATURDAY!

 

Summer Camp Counselors NEEDED!

Camp Manatee at Greynolds Park is looking for mature, responsible, kid-friendly people with a love of the outdoors, to work as counselors during the 2012 summer season. Applicants must be at least 17 years old to apply. If you or a friend is interested in applying for a position, please visit www.miamidade.gov/jobs and complete the online application. Once you’ve submitted an application, call Eric King or Aimee Scott at 305-948-2891 or 305-944-6111 respectively. You have until March 23rd to apply.

Make sure to apply to both the Summer Park Service Aide (#16085) and Summer Recreation Leader (#16090). You will need to send the confirmation email you receive from the website as well as a resume to both directors via email. Summer camp is a total of 10 weeks (June 11 – August 17) there will be training before hand and some additional hours following the 10 week summer. It will be a total of 40 hours a week (depending on camper numbers), Friday field trips, pool days, and just a lovely environment to enjoy the summer. Interviews will be held in the beginning of April. All applicants selected will be required to successfully pass a drug/alcohol screen and criminal background check prior to employment. It is also strongly recommended that applicants have CPR and First Aid training.

Summer Park Service Aide – $11.28/hr
Summer Recreation Leader – $12.69/hr

Greynolds Park is located in North Miami Beach. The park’s address is 17530 West Dixie Highway.

**If you would like to apply but it is past the application deadline, contact the camp directors.**

 

Camp Manatee – Spring Camp – Registration!

Hello Everyone,

Just a reminder that Spring Camp is the week of March 12^th – March 16^th and it will take place at Greynolds Park Boathouse. Space is limited, so don’t wait till the last minute to register. If you are interested in having your child attend please contact us to arrange a time to register. The schedule should be posted on the blog page (www.archcreek.wordpress.com/camp) shortly. We are currently finalizing some activities and trips. We look forward to seeing you and your camper.

 

Winter Camp 2011 Update

The Camp Manatee Winter Camp schedule has been posted.  You can view it on the Camp Page. If you would like to register your child for one or both of the weekly sessions, please contact the park to get more information on how to register.

 

Winter Camp 2011

Arch Creek Park will be hosting camp during the 2 week winter recess from Miami Dade Public Schools. The 2 week sessions will be: Week 1: December 19th – 23rd and Week 2: December 26th – 30th. Registration has started. Contact the park to get more information on how to register. The schedule will be posted shortly on the Camp Page.

 

Recent Sightings!

Lately there has been an increase in wildlife at the park. Hummingbirds have been observed visiting the fire bush throughout the park, even along military trail (internal park road).  There have been at least 6 Painted Bunting feeding in the grass near the large chickee in the rear of the park. A Carolina Praying Mantis has been seen hanging out around the mailbox on multiple occasions. A Coral Snake was reportedly seen. Queen Butterflies have been visiting the flowers, as well as a few Atalas.  The park is very active, so come by and see if you can spot the visitors mentioned above or maybe report a new sighting of your own.