For immediate release: February 25, 2020<\/p>\n
While many Denver-area summer camps are already near capacity, opportunities abound at Camp DCL! Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is offering a variety of enriching camps all summer, June 1-July 31, at six locations\u2014Castle Pines, Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree, Parker, and Roxborough. Registration for the weeklong camps is open at DCL.org\/camp-dcl<\/a>.<\/p>\n The library\u2019s summer camps give kids ages 5-12 rich learning experiences through a variety of hands-on activities. Campers can explore cooking and baking, coding and programming, experiments in science, art through a variety of mediums, and LEGO building adventures. They\u2019ll not only have a great time, but they\u2019ll also learn new skills, share experiences with new friends, gain confidence, and more!<\/p>\n Parents have the flexibility to choose from half-day camps or full-day camps (at a 10% discount) at select DCL locations. Half-day camps are offered in morning and afternoon sessions, and full-day camps take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. All camps are facilitated by subject matter experts, and are supported by trained DCL staff and volunteers.<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re really proud of the options we offer parents, from the variety of camp subjects and convenient locations to the staff\/counselor-to-campers ratio,\u201d said DCL Special Events Coordinator Kristen Kallio. \u201cWe want every camper to have a great experience while learning new skills and also having fun.\u201d<\/p>\n While Camp DCL is budget-friendly for families, scholarships may be available from the Douglas County Libraries Foundation<\/a> for qualified campers.<\/p>\n To register for Camp DCL or to learn more about the summer camps and scholarship opportunities, visit DCL.org\/camp-dcl<\/a>.<\/p>\n Douglas County Libraries elevates our community by inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.<\/p>\n