Three Bluffton Family Recreation mini-camps are planned for youth, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director. Here are the details:
Writer’s Camp Wednesday-Thursday, June 6-7
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Ages 8 to 12
Enhance your writing skills. Campers will learn from guest speakers, write their own poems, enjoy snacks and take home a writer’s kit.
$15 for BFR member; $30 for non-members.
Bluffton Family Recreation’s first week of summer camp is Tuesday, May 29 to Friday, June 1.
This week’s theme: Exciting world of sports. Counselors will use a variety of drills and games to help campers experience many types of sports. Campers learn in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, positive attitudes and good sportsmanship.
Bluffton Family Recreation, 215 Snider Road, will hold a Strider Bike Camp at 6 p.m. each evening from Monday to Friday, July 23-27, according to Daniel Tinch, executive director.
Registration is now underway for youth ages 2 to 5. Registration closes July 8.
“The camp develops confidence in youth bike riders in five short lessons,” said Tinch. “The camp jump starts children’s growth and development and is an excellent way to keep kids active and health.”
To register go online to: www.bfronline.com and click on youth programs.
Bluffton Family Recreation, 215 Snider Road, plans a Community Day Tuesday, May 22, according to Daniel Tinch, BFR executive director. All events are open to the public.
Events include:
• Bubba C BBQ, outside for dinner, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Dodge ball open games, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
• Meet summer camp counselors, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
• Knockout tournament, 6 p.m.
• Kids’ obstacle course, 3 to 7 p.m. in the area
• TRX demonstration, 7 p.m.
• Outdoor games on BFR lawn
• WFIN radio will be at BFR from 3 to 7 p.m.
