As summer is fast approaching, summer camps are opening registrations for students who will soon be out of class.
Here are the details on some summer camps in Hattiesburg. Are we missing a camp? Contact [email protected]
All Southern Drum Major and Guard Camp
Details: High school students of all experience levels will have the opportunity to hone their skills in conducting, leadership, flag work and rifle work. Registration closes May 31.
Contact: 601-266-6194
When: June 21-25
Or: The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Dr.
Cost: Suburban camper: $275; residential motorhome: $375.
Hair Art Studio Summer Camp
Details: Classes are designed to teach children artistic processes and no prior experience is required. Registration begins May 1.
Contact: bristlesstudio.com/summer-art-camps
When: Three and four day camps are offered in June and July.
Or: Bristles Art Studio, 16 Office Park Dr.
Cost: $75 to $95 plus $20 registration fee
Create a Camp
Details: Stations include costumes, art projects, quiet and comfortable spaces, musical instruments, a creative movement area and a play area.
Contact: Text 601-564-3811
When: June 6-10 and June 13-17
Or: Hattiesburg Community Arts Center on Main Street
Cost: $175
Summer Program for Academically Gifted Youth
Details: This two-week residential program includes faculty and instructors from across the Southern Miss campus and community to teach accelerated courses.
Students have the opportunity to visit the Mississippi Crime Lab’s Southern Miss Arm, Polymer Science Labs, Nursing Simulation Labs, Art Galleries, see musical performances, partake in rock climbing, and get personalized time with the team. Honors College Admission. Recreation, accommodation and board are included.
Contact: kaleidoscope691993828.wordpress.com
When: June 20 to July 2
Or: The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Dr.
Cost: $2,000
Frances A. Karnes Center for Gift Studies Summer Programs
Details: For a full list of programs and their offerings, visit this site. Applications are available online.
Contact: kaleidoscope691993828.wordpress.com
When: June and July
Or: The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Dr.
Cost: $200 to $2,000 depending on the program
GenCyber Camps
Details: Cyber to the Top is Southern Miss’s K-12 outreach program that offers summer camp and other extracurricular activities. Campers will participate in computer and cyber security learning activities. Applications from JROTC cadets from Mississippi and Alabama are accepted.
Contact: 601-266-4949.
When: July 11-15 and July 18-22
Or: The University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Dr.
Hattiesburg Youth Soccer Association HFC 2022 Summer Camp
Details: The camp will allow children to hone their skills in sportsmanship and teamwork.
Contact: Email [email protected]
When: June 13-16
Or: Tatum Park
Cost: $70 to $140
Joye Lee-McNelis Basketball Camps
Details: Camps are led by Head Coach Joye Lee-McNelis and the Lady Eagles K-12 basketball staff.
Contact: jlmbasketballcamps.com/contact-us.cfm
When: June and July
Or: Reed Green Coliseum on the campus of Southern Miss
Cost: $50 to $150
Lake Thoreau Summer Camps
Details: The camps are intended for students from third to sixth grade. Campers can register online.
Contact: usm.edu/lake-thoreau-environmental-center/summer-camps.php or 601-266-4748
When: June and July
Or: Lake Thoreau Environmental Centre, 150 chemin du lac Thoreau
Cost: $115 to $150
Temple Baptist Church Camp 5220
Details: Camp 5220 is a one-day summer camp for children to enjoy sports, activities, games and devotions. Campers can register online at cogran.io/index.html?5220#/events.
Contact: Email [email protected]
When: July 11-15
Or: 5220 Old Road. 11
Cost: $125
Country school camps
Details: Activities include learning agricultural biology, arts and crafts, math, sewing, drama and music.
Contact: thecountryschoolhousedcenter.com/summer-camps.html
When: June and July
Or: 70 Thames Ln, Purvis
Cost: $100 to $300
2022 Tennis and Swimming Camp
Details: Tennis and swimming camp open to children from 5 to 12 years old. Camps run from 9 a.m. to noon and include two hours of tennis and one hour of pool.
Contact: 601-268-2098 or [email protected]
When: May 30 to June 3, June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24, June 27-July 1, July 11-15 and July 18-22
Or: Hattiesburg Racquet Club
Cost: $145 per week for club members and $155 for non-members. Payment is due at the start of camp.
William Carey Athletic Camps
Details: The university offers various courses and sports tournaments in June and July.
Contact: 601-318-6051
When: June and July
Or: 710 William Carey Pkwy.
Cost: $25 to $200
ASAAP Summer Academic and Enrichment Camp
Details: Although the camp is full, the waiting list is open. Upcoming K-5 campers will participate in weekly field trips and hands-on activities. Students are hired for the entire summer and tuition is due regardless of attendance.
Contact: 601-336-5501
When: Arts and Crafts, June 6-17; Healthy You, from June 20 to July 1; STEM, July 4-15
Or: ASAAP Central, 106 N. 38th Ave. or ASAAP West, 10 Hunter Lane
Cost: Registration fee: $95; bi-weekly tuition: $240; field trip fee: $100.
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