Located throughout Manatee County's Parks and Preserves, these exceptional camps offer a variety of unique themed summer fun from fishing to archery, basketball to volleyball.
$30 Registration Fee is not required for Specialty Camps.
Basketball Camp
When an hour-long practice just isn't enough, join us for Basketball Camp. Throughout the week participants will work on improving their game; footwork, defense, v-cuts, rebounding, left hand and more.
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Freshwater Fishing Fun Camp
Cast off on a fish-filled adventure and reel in some fun! Campers will learn how to fish as they discover different types of tackle, learn about freshwater residents of Jiggs Landing, and end the week with an old fashioned fish fry. All participants will receive a rod and reel and tackle box full of gear to take home and use after camp too!
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Paddleboard Camp
Adventure awaits at Robinson Preserve. Learn how to Stand-Up Paddleboard while exploring nature and gaining skills on the board. Water
safety, paddle technique, and balance will be taught in the calm smooth waters of the preserve. Learn about local wildlife with scavenger hunt games and build confidence by conquering paddle relay races. Each camper will be provided with a board and all accompanying equipment for a fun and active week outdoors. Beginners welcome, but all participants must be able to swim.
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Right on Target Archery Camp
Ready, aim, shoot! Spend a week learning all about archery while developing skills on the range! Whether your child is just learning to
hold a bow and aim, or they’re a more experienced archer, our camp will give everyone the opportunity to improve. Each day campers will enjoy a variety of archery themed activities, from skill drills to creating paintings using arrow-popped balloons. We will conclude the week with an archery tournament and traditional summer cookout. All equipment will be provided for use during the camp. Camp instructors are USA Archery Association Instructors.
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Sun and Fun Saltwater Fishing Camp
Grab your rods and get ready to catch a big one! Spend the summer exploring Emerson Point and learning how to fish. From tackle to take limits, campers will be taught everything they need to know in order to fish in Manatee County's beautiful saltwater Bays and Gulfs. The week will end in a fabulously fun fish fry! Equipment for use in the camp will be provided and all participants will receive a rod, reel and tackle to keep after the camp.
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AQUATIC ADVENTURE CAMP
Dive into a wet and wild summer exploration! Join us for a fun and fantastic aquatic adventure camp at Robinson Preserve. We will spend most of the time on or in the water, learning about Florida's aquatic habitats and the creatures that live there. Explore the waterways of Robinson Preserve, wading, kayaking, and snorkeling throughout the week. All campers must known how to swim and be prepared to go in the water each day of camp.
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