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Youth Track and Field (Ages 7–12) This class will teach kids about track and field, one of the oldest sports that continues to grow and is highlighted by the Olympics every 4 years. Boys and girls will learn the jumping, running and throwing skills involved in the sport of track and field. They will practice sprints, relays, longdistance walking, running hurdles, long jump, discus throw and other track and field events as well as participate in a fun-filled SportsKids track and field meet on the last day of the class. (6 wks) Held at Community Park Soccer Fields Prog Day Date Time R/NR 0107.22.2 M Jul 13–Aug 10 7–7:45 pm $46/51 Archery Camp (Ages 7–12) Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, the basics of using a bow, and fundamentals of shooting in a safe manner. Exciting drills and fun games will be implemented in this camp. Participants also will learn about archery history and equipment, archery characters in the movies and comics, Olympic archery, archery folk heroes, and other fun archery facts through interesting activities and discussions. Recurve bows, blunt tipped arrows and targets will be provided. Led by SportsKids Inc. (1 wk) Held at Community Park Soccer Fields Prog Day Date Time R/NR 0116.22.2 M–F Jul 13–17 1:45–3:45 pm $56/61 YOUTH PROGRAMS Youth Lacrosse (Ages 7–12) Join us to play the oldest and fastest growing team sport in North America. Get in on this game that will continue to grow in schools. The class will cover various lacrosse techniques, including cradling, scooping, passing, catching, shooting, and goalie skills. Drills and games will be used to teach these fundamentals. Lacrosse sticks will be provided. Led by SportsKids Inc. (6 wks) Held at Community Park Soccer Fields Prog Day Date Time R/NR 0109.22.2 Th Jul 9–Aug 13 6:30–7:30 pm $60/65 Youth Archery (Ages 7–12) Archery participants will learn the parts of an arrow and recurve bow, the basics of using a bow, and fundamentals of shooting in a safe manner. All equipment is provided. Led by SportsKids Inc. (6 wks) Held at Community Park South Adult Softball Field Prog Day Date Time R/NR 0105.22.2 M Jul 6–Aug 10 5:15–6 pm $46/51 Archery & Fishing Camp (Ages 7–12) Try your hand at two lifelong outdoor activities in this beginner camp! We’ll learn about fishing equipment and how to safely handle a pole and fish. Boys and girls will discover and practice new skills in baiting a hook, casting, fish identification, knot tying and other fishing techniques as they use the catch-and-release method. Instructors will also teach campers the essentials of target archery such as range safety, equipment use, and technique. Fun archery games will be played to practice technique. Our goal is to have each child leave camp with the knowledge, confidence and safety to continue their interest in the sports of archery and fishing. This is the ultimate summer camp experience for those who love the great outdoors. All equipment will be provided. For safety reasons, please wear gym shoes (no open toe sandals). Led by SportsKids Inc. (1 wk) Held at Community Park Soccer Fields Prog Day Date Time R/NR 0118.22.2 M–F Aug 3– 7 1:45–3:45 pm $56/61 mundeleinparks.org Summer 2020 39