Summer @ Sykes Camp 2013

Join the Fun at West Chester University


Weeks at a Glance

Design your Week
June 17 - 21
Design your morning activities based on your areas of interest: create art work, learn how to knit or crochet, write and illustrate a book, conduct experiments, explore technology, solve mysteries? 		Activities
Wonders in Nature
June 24 - 28
Explore nature through art and photography. Visit Longwood Gardens, Chanticleer Garden and surrounding natural habitats and record your experiences with the pencil, camera and computer. 		Group of Kids in Nature
Do Something!
July 1 - 3
Do something! Learn how you can make a difference through community service, teamwork and leadership. Work with other campers to develop and implement a community service plan. Stay over 2 nights in a University Residence hall and “pay it forward” through service. 		group of kids in city
Adventure Week
July 8 - 12
Every day is an adventure as you swim, climb and find your way ! Have fun with fellow campers on exciting field trips to the Corn Maze, Water World and Marsh Creek. Which one will be your favorite? 		A Group of Kids in park
Historical Battles in PA
July 15 - 19
Explore the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg. Learn about this battle and others that happened in PA. What happened at the Battle of Brandywine? 		gettysburg soldiers
X-treme Adventures
July 22 - 26
Experience the x-treme adventure of Hersheypark. Design your own theme park. Build the ultimate coaster. Learn from the experts how to run a successful park. 		WCU Radio Station
Wilderness Survival
July 29 - Aug 2
Introduces campers to a variety of outdoor experiences so they may begin to explore the world and challenge themselves. What foods are edible and how can you prepare them when camping? Explore Marsh Creek from a kayak, tube down the Brandywine River, orienteer using a compass and camp out “under the stars.” 		A picture of Jenga maybe? I can't tell.
Drama in the Courtroom
August 5 - 9
Participate in a mock trial. Get a taste of the legal system and learn to argue criminal and civil case. Campers get to experience the various careers and visit a local courthouse. 		Two girls cooking