The Outer Banks has been ranked the number one Best Family Beach Vacations in the USA by U.S. News Travel. One reason it is a great family destination is the numerous activities the Outer Banks offers for kids. This summer sign your kids up for a one of a kind Outer Banks summer camp. The camps vary in time from daily, weekly, or monthly and offer an assortment of instruction.
Here is a list of some of the 2013 Outer Banks kids’ camps:
May 13 -17
• Seed, Leaves & Trees Camp, OBX Children’s Camp, KDH. Ages 3 & up. 619-7988
May 20 to 24
• Into the Woods Fairy Tale Camp, OBX Children’s Camp, KDH.Ages 3 & up. 619-7988
May 27 to 31
• Dino-Mite Camp, OBX Children’s Camp, KDH. Ages 3 & up. 619-7988
June 1 -September 1
• Surf Lessons, Nags Head. 2-hour group lessons; individual lessons offered (for under 7 years). Whalebone Surf Shop. Ages 7 & up. 441-6747.www.whalebonesurfshop.com
June 1- August 30
• REAL Kids Camp, REAL Watersports, Waves. 10 AM to 4 PM. 3-day camps. Ages 7 to 12. 987-6000.realwatersports.com
June 3 -7
• Sea Turtle Adventure Camp, OBX Children’s Camp, KDH. Ages 3 & up. 619-7988
June 10 - August 23
• Preschool Camp, Currituck Family YMCA, Barco.7:30 AM to 12 PM. Fun weekly themes. Ages 3 to 4. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org.
• OBXtreme Skate Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 11 AM to 3 PM. Ages 5 to 14. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Sports Camp, Currituck Family YMCA, Barco. 7:30 AM to 6 PM. Variety of weekly sport camps. Check website for details. Ages 5 to 12. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org
• Bayside Day, Camp Currituck Family YMCA, Barco.7:30 AM to 6 PM. Weekly themes. Ages 5 to 12. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org.
• Camp Voyager, Pledger Palace. 261-8898. www.pledgerpalace.com
• Seaside Day Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 7:30 AM to 6 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Specialty Currituck Camp, Moyock Methodist Church. 7:30 AM to 6 PM. Through the Currituck YMCA. Ages 5 to 12. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org.
• Surf Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 11 AM to 3 PM. Ages 5 to 14. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
June 10 - August 30
• OBX Children’s Camps, KDH.Campers enjoy weekly themes, while having fun with Spanish, Art, Drama and field trips. Ages 3 to 10. 619-7988
June 10- 14
• Junior Ocean Explorers, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 2 PM. Campers learn about fish and other marine organisms, participate in fun beach games and create an ocean-inspired craft daily. Ages 4 to 7.www.jennettespier.net
• Level 2 Sailing Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. For students who have completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience. Ages 8 to 14. 202-6880. www.norbanks.com
June 10 -15
• Nor’Banks Summer Session: Wakeboarding, Waterskiing & Boating Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 1 PM. Six-day watersports camp for kids to learn wakeboarding, waterskiing, kneeboarding and boating safety from a licensed captain/instructor. Ages 12 to 15. 619-6993.
June 10 -21
• Swim Lessons, Camp Nautics Hall, Manteo. Ages 3 & up. 475-5912
June 14
• Kayaking, Currituck Rural Center. Ages 9 to 19.www.co.currituck.nc.us/rural-center
June 17 -21
• BABU Camp, offered by Deja New, Kitty Hawk. Be Authentic. Be U. Ages 5 to 6. 9 AM to Noon. 207-6914.
• Waterman’s Ocean Adventure Camps, Jennette’s Pier.9 AM to 4 PM. Think surf, sun and sand. Learn skills needed to be a true waterman – surfing, fishing and kayaking. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
June 17 -28.
• Dockside Theatre Company Camp I, His Dream Center, NH. 9 AM. to 2 PM. Jungle Book. Show June 28. Ages 6 to 9. 423-1123.www.docksidetheatre.net
June 17-21
• Level 1 Sailing Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. Ages 8 to 14. 9 AM to 4 PM. Nor’Banks Sailing and Watersports, invites youth to discover the fun of sailing on the waters of the Currituck Sound. Our staff of experienced US SAILING certified instructors create a fun and safe learning environment by combining classroom instruction with games and lots of time on the water Ages 8 to 14. 202-6880.www.norbanks.com
June 17-August (M-F)
• Dare County 4-H Summer Camp, Roanoke Island and Northern Beach Locations Grade 1 to 9. dare.ces.ncsu.edu
June 18 to 20
• Horse Sense, Currituck Rural Center. Ages 9 to 19. www.co.currituck.nc.us/rural-center
June 18 to 21
• Jr. Aquatic Adventures, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 AM to 4 PM. Embark on a week of fun and dive into science to explore nature. Get wet in the waves, muck around for hermit crabs in the salt marsh, and splash on a snorkeling adventure. $165. Optional transportation available for an additional fee. Ages 7 to 9. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
June 24 to August 6
• Therapeutic Horsemanship Camp, Mane & Tail, Farm in Grandy. Monday mornings - 9 AM to Noon. Ages 11 to 16. 489-1774
• Therapeutic Horsemanship Camp II, Mane & Tail, Farm in Grandy. Tuesday mornings - 9 AM to Noon. Ages 6 to 10. 489-1774
June 24 -27
• Outer Banks Junior Lifeguard Camp, Corolla, Ages 8 to 12. corollaoceanrescue.com
June 24 - 28
• BABU Camp, offered by Deja New, Kitty Hawk. Be Authentic. Be U. Ages 7 to 9. 9 AM to Noon. 207-6914.
• Mosaics, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 10 AM Students will make three different types of mosaics; a mosaic garden stone using tile and glass, a fabric wall hanging using textiles, and a paper and paint mosaic. Instructor: Sharon Schreyer. Ages 5 to 8. 475-5920
• Mosaics II, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 1 to 3 PM. Instructor: Sharon Schreyer. $99 Ages 9 to 12. 475-5920
• Theatre Arts Camp Session I, The Lost Colony. Rising 1st graders to 9 years old.www.thelostcolony.org
• Little Sports Camp, Currituck Family YMCA, Barco. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 3 to 5. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org.
• Aquarist Camp, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Hands-on activities to show kids what it is like to work behind the scenes at the aquarium - help feed animals, prepare food, clean exhibits, go on a collecting trip, and more. $190. Optional transportation for fee. Ages 11 to 13. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
• Basketball Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Challenger Soccer Camp, Westside Athletic Club, Powells Point. Ages 3 to 12. www.challengersports.com; 491-8626.
• Coastal Soccer Camps, KDH Family Rec Park. Advanced and evening camps. www.obxsoccer.com
• White Gloves & Party Manners Etiquette Camp, Kitty Hawk.Ages 7 to 12. 619-4061.
• Vacation Bible School, Hatteras United Methodist Church. 986-2149
• Camp Fins - Swim Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897.www.ymcashr.org
• Ocean Explorers, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 4 PM. Explore nearby sound and ocean waters, collecting organisms with nets, buckets and other sampling tools. Build plankton nets and catch and examine various crustaceans. They also explore the world of cephalopods, dissect squid and learn all about fish. Learn to kayak. Ages 8 to 12. www.jennettespier.net
• Coastal Explorer’s Camp, Kitty Hawk Kayak & Surf School, Kitty Hawk.. 9 AM to 3 PM, Surf,Kayak and SUP. Ages 7 to 12. 305-7083
• Level 2 Sailing Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. For students who have completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience. Ages 8 to 14. 202-6880. www.norbanks.com
June 24 to July 9 (Mon & Tues)
• Nor’Banks Summer Session: Wakeboarding, Waterskiing & Boating Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 1 PM. Six-day watersports camp for kids to learn wakeboarding, waterskiing, kneeboarding and boating safety from a licensed captain/instructor. Ages 12 to 15. 619-6993.
July 1 - 21
• Dockside Theatre Company Camp II, His Dream Center, NH. 9 AM to 3 PM. Shows July 19, 20, 21. Ages 10 & up. 423-1123.www.docksidetheatre.net
July 1 -5
• Metal Art – Pets, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 10 AM to 12 PM. Students will make a collage of an animal out of recycled aluminum cans and found objects. Students will also experiment with wire sculpture to create an animal. Instructor Sharon Schreyer. $99 Ages 5 to 8. 475-5920
• Metal Art - Pets II, Dare County Youth Center, KDH.1 to 3 PM. Ages 9 to 12. 475-5920
• Waterman’s Ocean Adventure Camps, Jennette’s Pier.9 AM to 4 PM. Think surf, sun and sand. Learn skills needed to be a true waterman – surfing, fishing and kayaking. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
July 2 -3
• Ahoy, Pirates! NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 1 to 4 PM. Walk the plank, fire cannonballs, and learn about pirate legends of the Outer Banks on this swashbuckling adventure! X marks the spot - ARRRRR you ready? $25 Ages 4 to 6. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
• Mermaids & Sea Monsters, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 AM to Noon. Dive in to the mystical underwater world of mermaids and sea monsters. Are there any true sea monsters? Dress up as one of these fantastical or real creatures, learn about real-life mermaids and sea monsters, and explore the enchanting world of the deep blue sea! $25 Ages 4 to 6. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
July 8 -11
• Dance Camp, Island School of Dance.9:30 to 10:15 AM. Introduction to ballet and creative movement for girls. See our website for additional camps. Ages 3 to 4. 202-3651;www.islandschoolofdance.com.
July 8 -12
• BABU Camp, offered by Deja New, Kitty Hawk. Be Authentic. Be U. Ages 10 to 12. 9 AM to Noon. 207-6914.
• Summer Dance Camps, Outer Banks Centre for Dance, NH.Ages 3 to Adult. 480-0506. www.obxdance.com
• Theatre Arts Camp Session II, The Lost Colony.Rising 1st graders to 9 years
old. www.thelostcolony.org
• Vive La France, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 10 AM to 12 PM. Students will learn basic French vocabulary and phrases, cultural traditions, and finish with French food. Cooking required for quiche, chocolate mousse and chocolate fondu. Instructor Sharon Schreyer. $99 Ages 5 to 8. 475-5920
• Vive La France II, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 1 to 3 PM. ages 9 to 12. 475-5920
• Eco-Educators, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island.8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. The week provides a sample experience of how you can help out as an aquarium volunteer. $180. Optional transportation for fee. Ages 13 to 16. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494
• Small ‘Fry’ Fishing Camp, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 2 PM. This camp is perfect for little anglers! They learn how to fish off of the pier, in the surf and in the sound, all while learning about fish and their habitat. On day one, campers learn to cast safely by using casting plugs without using hooks. Then, the small fries try “fishing” for plastic replicas of species that anglers catch on and around the pier. Next, campers learn how to set up their own rod and bait their own hook. They also participate in a variety of arts and crafts, including a make-and-take fish print T-shirt project and games such as “Food Web Frenzy.” Ages 5 to 7. www.jennettespier.net
• Soccer Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH.August 5 to 9. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Kingdom Rock, Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, Manteo. Pre-K to Grade 5. 473-2089
• Coast Guard Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Coastal Explorer’s Camp, Kitty Hawk Kayak & Surf School, Kitty Hawk.. 9 AM to 3 PM, Surf,Kayak and SUP. Ages 7 to 12. 305-7083
• Level 1 Sailing Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. Ages 8 to 14. 9 AM to 4 PM. Nor’Banks Sailing and Watersports, invites youth to discover the fun of sailing on the waters of the Currituck Sound. Our staff of experienced US SAILING certified instructors create a fun and safe learning environment by combining classroom instruction with games and lots of time on the water Ages 8 to 14. 202-6880.www.norbanks.com
July 14 - 19
• Marine Sciene & Sailing Camp, Eastern 4-H Center, Columbia. Ages 12 to 17.www.eastern4Hcenter.com
July 15 - 18
• Dance Camp, Island School of Dance. 9:30 to 10:15 AM. Introduction to ballet and creative movement for girls. See our website for additional camps. Ages 3 to 4. 202-3651;www.islandschoolofdance.com.
July 15 -19
• Summer Dance Camps, Outer Banks Centre for Dance, NH. Ages 3 to Adult. 480-0506. www.obxdance.com
• Altered Board Book, Dare County Youth Center, KDH.10 AM to 12 PM. Students will make an embellished multiple page book with textured backgrounds, ink stamps, pictures, postage stamps, buttons, fabric, shells and other found objects. Instructor Sharon Schreyer. $99 Ages 5 to 8. 475-5920
• Altered Board Book II, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 1 to 3 PM. Ages 9 to 12. 475-5920
• Little Sports Camp, Currituck Family YMCA, Barco. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 3 to 5. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org
• Fishing Camp, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 4 PM. Campers learn to fish in a variety of ecosystems for all types of species in this sun-filled, fun-filled weeklong camp. They learn to cast and fish from the pier, in the surf, in the nearby sound waters, as well as in freshwater habitats. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
• White Gloves & Party Manners Etiquette Camp, Kitty Hawk. Ages 7 to 12. 619-4061.
• Camp Fins - Swim Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897.www.ymcashr.org
July 15 to July 30 (Mon & Tue)
• Nor’Banks Summer Session: Wakeboarding, Waterskiing & Boating Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 1 PM. Six-day watersports camp for kids to learn wakeboarding, waterskiing, kneeboarding and boating safety from a licensed captain/instructor. Ages 12 to 15. 619-6993.
July 16 - 19
• Jr. Aquatic Adventures, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. August 6 to 9. 9 AM to 4 PM. Embark on a week of fun and dive into science to explore nature. Get wet in the waves, muck around for hermit crabs in the salt marsh, and splash on a snorkeling adventure. $165. Optional transportation available for an additional fee. Ages 7 to 9. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
• Boy’s Town, NC Cooperative Extension Service, Currituck County Center, Barco. Ages 12 to 15. http://currituck.ces.ncsu.edu/
• Alley-Oop OBX - Skim Camp, KDH, NH Locations. Ages 6 to 16.
July 18
• Horsemanship 101, Currituck Rural Center. Ages 9 to 19.www.co.currituck.nc.us/rural-center
July 22 - 25
• Atlantic Dance Summer Camp – 5…6…7…8! Atlantic Dance, KDH. Come dance with Mrs. Mila and special guest teachers. Little Ballerinas: 10 AM to 1 PM. Elementary school students: 2 to 5 PM. Middle and High school students: 6 to 8 PM. Great way to introduce your child to Atlantic Dance or to just have some summer dance fun! 441-9009. www.atlanticdance.com
July 22 -26
• Modern Art, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. 10 AM to 12 PM. Students will learn about modern art and paint three pieces with acrylics. Modern artists such as Kandinsky, Klee, Matisse and Picasso will be reviewed in class. Instructor Sharon Schreyer. $99 Ages 5 to 8. 475-5920
• Modern Art, Dare County Youth Center, KDH.1 to 3 PM. Ages 9 to 12. 475-5920
• Theatre Arts Camp Session III, The Lost Colony. Ages 10 to 16. www.thelostcolony.org
• Outer Banks Junior Lifeguard Camp, Corolla, Ages 8 to 12. corollaoceanrescue.com
• Dance & Cheer Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
• Outdoor Adventure Camp, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 4 PM. Campers learn to fish, kayak, hike and stand-up paddle board. Explore and discover animals that inhabit area sound waters and woods. Learn about birds, reptiles, amphibians and, of course, fish. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
• Coastal Explorer’s Camp, Kitty Hawk Kayak & Surf School, Kitty Hawk. Ages 13 to 17. 305-7083
• Level 2 Sailing Camp, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. For students who have completed Level 1 or have equivalent experience. Ages 8 to 14. 202-6880. www.norbanks.com
• Scuba and Snorkeling Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
July 23-26
• Saltwater to Saltshaker: The Ocean and Its Bounty, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 AM to 4 PM. Venture out to catch shrimp and crabs, as you realize what it takes to harvest seafood and bring it to your table. Identify local catch, tour a fish packing house, and race to see who can head shrimp the fastest. Discover more about sea turtles and watermen efforts to save these animals from the perils of their nets. Week concludes with a camper-prepared seafood meal on Friday. $225. Optional transportation available for fee. Ages 10 to 12. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
July 29 - August 2
• Limelight Kids Show Choir Camp, Kitty Hawk. Ages 6 to 12. 619-4061
• Aquarist Camp, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 8:30 AM to 4 PM. Hands-on activities to show kids what it is like to work behind the scenes at the aquarium - help feed animals, prepare food, clean exhibits, go on a collecting trip, and more. $190. Optional transportation for fee. Ages 11 to 13. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
• Fishing Camp, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 4 PM. Campers learn to fish in a variety of ecosystems for all types of species in this sun-filled, fun-filled weeklong camp. They learn to cast and fish from the pier, in the surf, in the nearby sound waters, as well as in freshwater habitats. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
• Daredevils Baseball Camp, First Flight Baseball Complex, KDH. www.outerbanksdaredevils.com
• Camp Fins - Swim Camp, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897.www.ymcashr.org
August 5 -9
• Worship Arts, Camp Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, Manteo. Grade 1 to 5. 473-2089
• Little Sports Camp, Currituck Family YMCA, Barco. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 3 to 5. 334-9622. www.ymcashr.org.
• Waterman’s Ocean Adventure Camps, Jennette’s Pier.9 AM to 4 PM. Think surf, sun and sand. Learn skills needed to be a true waterman – surfing, fishing and kayaking. Ages 8 & up. www.jennettespier.net
• Coastal Explorer’s Camp, Kitty Hawk Kayak & Surf School, Kitty Hawk. 9 AM to 3 PM, Surf,Kayak and SUP. Ages 7 to 12. 305-7083
August 6-8
• Introduction to Watersports, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. 3-day camp introducing Kayaking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, and Sailing on the waters of the Currituck sound. Ages 7 to 12.202-6880. www.norbanks.com
August 12 -16
• Aquatic Adventures, NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island. 9 AM to 4 PM. In-depth field trips to Nags Head Woods Preserve, the beach, a nearby salt marsh, and other natural sites on the Outer Banks. Campers will spend time collecting in the field, snorkeling, kayaking, pier fishing, and splashing on other outdoor adventures. The week concludes with a Friday evening overnight at the aquarium! $185. Optional transportation for fee. Ages 10 to 12. www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island. 473-3494 ext. 232
• Fisheries Science Camp, Jennette’s Pier. 9 AM to 4 PM. Campers not only learn how to fish but are also taught where fish live, spawn and the differences among species. Ages 8 to 13. www.jennettespier.net
• Zumbatomic, Outer Banks Family YMCA, NH. 9 AM to 12 PM. Ages 5 to 12. 449-8897. www.ymcashr.org
August 13 -15
• Introduction to Watersports, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. 3-day camp introducing Kayaking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, and Sailing on the waters of the Currituck sound. Ages 7 to 12.202-6880. www.norbanks.com
August 14
• Fishing Day, Camp Currituck Rural Center Ages 9 to 19.www.co.currituck.nc.us/rural-center
August 20 -22
• Introduction to Watersports, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. 3-day camp introducing Kayaking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, and Sailing on the waters of the Currituck sound. Ages 7 to 12.202-6880. www.norbanks.com
August 26 -30
• OBX Preschool Children’s Camp, KDH. Ages 3 & up. 619-7988
August 27 -29
• Introduction to Watersports, Nor’Banks Sailing & Watersports, Duck. 9 AM to 4 PM. 3-day camp introducing Kayaking, Stand-up Paddle Boarding, and Sailing on the waters of the Currituck sound. Ages 7 to 12.202-6880. www.norbanks.com
Various Summer Camps, Fessenden Center, Buxton. 475-5650. www.darenc.com
Various Summer Camps, Dare County Youth Center, KDH. www.darenc.com
Various Summer Camps, Wescott Center, Manteo. www.darenc.com