The Richmond Parents Monthly Camp & Education Fair, held Feb. 5 at the Tuckahoe Family YMCA, drew large crowds and was a great success. 38 exhibitors were on hand to spread the word about their summer camps. Nutzy, the Flying Squirrels mascot, delighted young and old, and posed for many photos. For more photos visit  our Facebook page which is linked from our website. Click our links below to view  the Richmond Parents Monthly 15th Annual Camp and Education Fair Movie/Slideshow. A list and information on the 2011 participants can be found below as well. Thank you to all who participated and attended. See you next year! Photos by Ryan T. Hooley

Richmond Parents Monthly will hold its 16th Annual Camp & Education Fair from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Tuckahoe YMCA, 9211 Patterson Ave., Richmond. The following is a list of Camp & Education Fair participants at the time of publication:

Benedictine High School
304 N. Sheppard Street
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 342-1300
www.benedictinecollegeprep.org
Opening in 1911, Benedictine College Preparatory has established itself as an institution for academic achievement. Whether it is in the community, classroom, or on the field, the Cadets always hold themselves to the highest standard of excellence through the morals and virtues that are the foundation of their learning experience. Summer at Benedictine will provide the same level of success for the 2012 campers, as they will learn traits in the areas that they enjoy most. Whether it be through our sport or academic-enrichment camps, we will provide for a fun learning environment throughout the summer months. No matter what your niche is, Summer at Benedictine has something for everyone to enjoy. Please call or email Ryan Hall for more information at 342-1306 or rhall@benedictinecollegeprep.org.

Brain Balance Achievement Center of Richmond
15833 City View Drive
Midlothian, Va. 23113
804-977-2747 (phone)
804-977-2717 (fax)
brainbalancecenters.com
We are a specialized achievement center that utilizes a drug-free, multi-faceted approach to address the underlying issues in many of the behavioral, developmental, and learning disorders that plague so many children today. For over a decade, our program has helped thousands of children become more focused and better behaved; it has improved their academic performance and enhanced their communication and social skills.

Camp Alleghany
Winter address:
P.O. Box 664
Fredericksburg, VA 22404
(540) 898-4782
CampGhany@aol.com
www.campalleghany.com
Founded in 1922, Camp Alleghany offers three-week summer programs for girls 8-16 in West Virginia¹s Alleghany Mountains. Emphasis on character development aims to help campers experience new activities, express themselves and broaden their abilities away from the distractions of technology. Each camper takes four daily activities, choosing from 11 traditional offerings including archery, drama, canoeing, arts and crafts and other classes. During two unstructured periods daily, campers swim, play tennis, write letters and relax. Each session¹s Blue/Gray Event features competitions in swimming, archery, rifle, canoe, tennis and more. Campers live under an honor system, and counselors supervise all activities.

Camp Friendship
573 Friendship Road
Palmyra, VA 22963-4139
(434) 589-8950
(800) 873-3223; fax (434) 589-5880
info@campfriendship.com
www.campfriendship.com
Enter here to be and find a friend. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains on 520 acres since 1966, Camp Friendship has offered a variety of programs for boys and girls ages 7-16. Traditional camp program for juniors and teens offers more than 40 activities for campers to choose from to create a fun-packed summer. Mix and match one-week sessions with VIVA! Trips for teens or add a half-day sports clinic including tennis, golf, and gymnastics instructed by professional instructors. For girls who love horses, the equestrian program with more than 80 camp-owned horses is for you. Staff and campers represent more than 80 countries for diverse cultural interaction. Accredited by the American Camp Association.

Camp Hanover
3163 Parsleys Mill Road
Mechanicsville, VA
(804) 779-2811 or (804) 779-3056
info@camphanover.org
www.camphanover.org
Striving to build a Christ-centered community through challenging, co-ed small groups rustic living, fun and adventure. Campers are encouraged to grow spiritually, emotionally and socially as they work, play, and worship together. Residential programs vary in length for rising second-12th graders. Together, campers and counselors plan such activities as the mudslide, climbing wall, canoe trips, hiking, Adventure Course, crafts, swimming, mission/service opportunities and Bible study. Located on 595 wooded acres 30 minutes northeast of Richmond.

Camp Motorsport
1245 Pine Tree Road
Alton, VA 24540
(434) 822-2999
www.campmotorsport.com
A unique racecar driving, sports specialty, resident summer camp for girls and boys, ages 16-18. At Camp Motorsport, we fuse racing with life-skills development and traditional summer camp activities for an unforgettable experience. Campers participate in hands-on driving instruction and racing education at a real racetrack, as well as enjoy all of the fun activities of a traditional summer camp, such as campfires, fishing, sports, swimming in the pool and more. Campers attend for one-week and two-week sessions, and live on-site at Virginia International Raceway, nestled on 1,300 acres of rolling hills and woods. Campers live in air-conditioned bunk-style rooms, and meals are served buffet-style. Driving instruction is designed to help your child become a better, safer driver for life, with instruction that rivals the best professional racing schools. No prior driving experience is required to attend. All equipment, meals and lodging are included in tuition. Safety is our top priority. Camp Motorsport is accredited by the American Camp Association.

Camp Rim Rock for Girls
P.O. Box 69
Yellow Spring, WV 26865
(800) 662-4650
office@camprimrock.com
www.camprimrock.com
For more than 50 years, Camp Rim Rock has provided a place where girls from around the world spend a summer filled with fun, friendship and new opportunities in a nurturing environment. During a two-week session, the girls will participate in horseback riding (80 horses, six rings, English lessons, trail and river rides, stable management), performing arts (dance, drama, chorus, stagecraft), fine arts and crafts (projects using various media including pottery), sports (tennis, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, basketball, softball archery, volleyball) and aquatics (swimming in two heated pools, kayaking, tubing). We also have hikes, cookouts, campfires and fun evening programs. Specialty camps are offered in riding, tennis and arts. We are accredited by the ACA and located less than two hours from Washington, D.C. on 600 beautiful acres. Our sessions run from the beginning of June through the end of August.

Chesterfield Learning Center, Inc.
6920 Woodlake Commons Loop
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 739-0861
chesterfieldlearningcenter@gmail.com
www.chesterfieldlearningcenter.com
From Algebra to Zoology—Chesterfield Learning Center offers a wide variety of summer academic and enrichment courses. We can also customize programs to meet the needs or interests of your child. Pre-registration discounts are available through our website (ChesterfieldLearningCenter.com) or at the Richmond Parents Monthly 16th Annual Summer of Fun Camp & Education Fair. You may also call us at 739-0861 or e-mail us at ChesterfieldLearningCenter@gmail.com .

College Nannies & Tutors
10825 West Broad Street
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 346-2242
www.collegenannies.com/glenallenva
College Nannies & Tutors offers many options to allow your children to have a carefree yet enriching summer. As an alternative to daycare centers or latchkey kids, allow children to have a summer where home is home base with a carefully matched role model. Imagine fun, sun-filled days at the pool, an outing to the Science Museum, even being picked up from half-day camp. Your carefully matched College Nanny will help your family enjoy the best summer ever. Full-time, part-time or on-call. Dependable, high-quality childcare in the comfort of your own home means a low-stress, carefree summer for your kids and you.

Collegiate School
103 N. Mooreland Road
Richmond, VA 23229
(804) 741-9700
www.collegiate-va.org
summerquest@collegiate-va.org
More than 100 summer programs for preschoolers through adult. Programs range from academics, arts, and enrichment to sports and much more. With more than 30 years of experience. Summer Quest knows what it takes to create summer memories that will last a lifetime.

Drama Kids
6634 Jahnke Road
Richmond, VA 23225
(804) 955-8062
www.dramakids.com/va2
Drama Kids International summer camps: When school is out – drama is IN! We offer half-day and full-day summer camps for ages 3-17 and include a wide variety of fun drama and improvisation activities. Campers always deliver a great performance for family and friends at the end of the week. Choose between our Playhouse, An Island Tour, or our Kinderkids summer camps. Make sure to enroll before June 1, 2012 and receive $20 off of tuition.

Epic Tae Kwon Do
11004 Midlothian Turnpike
Midlothian, VA 23112
(804) 972-9733
Offering a summer experience of Epic proportions, children and teens will engage in character building exercises that will last them a lifetime. We will also stress the importance of regular exercise and nutrition, go on weekly field-trips, and take Olympic-level Taekwondo classes taught by the current VA state coach. Spaces are extremely limited due to the quality of our program. The only way to be Epic is to train Epic. For more information call Master Joshua at 804-794-3338 or visit on the Web at www.epictaekwondo.com.

Ferrum College Summer Enrichment Camp
P.O. Box 100
Ferrum College
Ferrum, VA 24088
(540) 365-2121
888-508-7822
www.ferrum.edu/fcsec
Academically motivated students, (Grades 4-7, rising grades 5-8), experience campus life at this co-ed residential camp while participating in a variety of fun activities and challenging project. Classes scheduled for 2012 include: Adobe Photoshop, Acrylics, Cooking, Chess, CSI I & II, Corel Painter, Digital Storytelling, GPS, French, Living 1800 Style, Origami, Theater, The Ferrum Challenge, and Hogwart’s Academy. The daily program is balanced with a variety of social and recreational activities designed to promote personal growth, team-building and an appreciation of individual differences and abilities. The camp motto is reinforced daily in a variety of ways with an “I CAN DO IT” attitude.

Huntington Learning Center
10138 West Broad Street
Glen Allen, VA 23060
(804) 270-0030
Huntington Learning Center helps students of all ages build the skills, confidence and motivation to attain better grades. Whether your child is struggling in school or simply seeking a more enriching academic experience, our individual, personalized programs will make a difference. Our exam prep instruction for college bound students is personalized, private tutoring that gives students test-taking strategies and shows them how to apply their knowledge to questions that involve problem solving, analytical thinking, reasoning, drawing conclusions, interpreting facts and essay writing.

The Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery
Lewis & Clark Programs at Westview on the James
Attn.: Cat Holbert
1231 Westview Road
Goochland, VA 23063
Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
lewisandclarkadventures@gmail.com
www.lewisandclarkleadership.com
Lewis & Clark Leadership is a non-profit initiative with the goal of providing healthy, fun and challenging outdoor experiences to two valued groups — our youth leaders and our veteran and active military men and women.
The Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery will provide teens with the opportunity to learn and implement camping, canoeing, kayaking, survival skills and Christian principles and leadership development based upon the experiences of our nation’s historical leaders. The program is a yearlong journey of self-discovery and lasting life lessons, with the opportunity to continue participation in the Corps through the teen years. The Corps of Discovery is staffed by skilled and certified instructors and counselors who will assist our youth in their growth and character building journey, with a lot of fun and fellowship along the way. Our programs and weekends are held at Westview on the James along with some great off-site locations to add to the adventure.

Luther Memorial School - Summer Program
Ginter Park Community
Richmond, Virginia 23227
804-321-6420
www.luthermemorial.com
Luther Memorial School offers educational and exploratory programs that engage and nurture the child mind, body, and spirit. Students in preschool 3 through rising 9th grade are welcome to join our program. Preschool and elementary participants are offered the opportunity to learn and play in an environment that is filled with discovery. Middle school participants are challenged and encouraged through experiences that broaden their creative abilities. Our theater productions have a 16 year history of developing and inspiring students’ artistic gifts. Luther Memorial School offers a program utilizing education and artisan teachers who value the success of each student and bring to the community a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Mountain Taekwondo
3049 Lauderdale Drive
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 360-7070
info@mountaintkd.com
www.mountaintkd.com

Richmond SPCA Critter Camp
2519 Hermitage Road
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 521-1327
www.richmondspca.org/waggles
Why do cats always land on their feet? How do I teach a dog to sit? We will answer these questions (and a whole lot more) during a series of exciting summer camp sessions for children of all ages at the Richmond SPCA. Whether your child aspires to be a veterinarian or a professional dog trainer or he or she is just looking to have fun while interacting with animals, our Critter Camp is sure to please everyone.

Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp
9677 West Broad Street
Glen Allen, VA 23060
804-249-5001
westend@rompandroll.com
Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp is like a big kids’ camp on training wheels; all the fun, learning and excitement without the poison ivy. Romp n’ Roll Summer Camp is open to children ages two through five. Our little campers are led through a variety of gym, art and music activities by a team of nurturing and energetic instructors. Each week we introduce a new camp theme designed to broaden a child’s learning and experiences and keep camp fresh and exciting the whole summer long. (Kum ba ya!)

St. Catherine’s
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, Va. 23226
(804) 288-2804
www.st.catherines.org
Cat’s CAP is now part of an expanded summer program - Brilliant Summer at St. Catherine’s. Brilliant Minds offers academic enrichment at all grade levels, sparking the learning process in young students and allowing older students to brush up on core curriculum or foreign languages. Brilliant Moves offers a dynamic set of physical activities, challenging boys and girls through basketball, field hockey and volleyball sports camps. Brilliant Choices: Cat’s CAP continues to offer all of the greatness that the community has come to expect from the long-standing program. Preschoolers in the Young Explorers division expand their natural and creative curiosities in art, music, movement, puppetry and storytelling. The Cat’s Campers schedule their own activities with abundant choices in art, theater, dance, music, creative writing, computer, sports and more.

St. Josephs Villa HEROES Training Camp
8000 Brook Road
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 553-3244
neverstopbelieving.org
HEROES Training Camp at Lewis Children’s Center is fun, and a fun way to reinforce positive values. The camp offers adventures and activities to encourage: Honesty, Enthusiasm, Responsibility, Optimism, Endurance, and Success. Daily activities include music, art, theater, physical education, as well as math/science and reading projects. Guest speakers, off -site field trips, and water play are all included in the camp’s weekly tuition. HEROES Training Camp is for children 6-14 years old, and the camp operates each day from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. Lewis Children’s Center is located at the corner of Brook and Parham Roads.

SPARC – School of the Performing Arts in the Richmond Community
2106-A North Hamilton Street
Richmond, Virginia 23230
(804) 353-3393
www.sparconline.org
sparc@sparconline.org
SPARC offers full- and part-day camps and workshops throughout the summer for ages 4 to 18. SPARC also produces two productions during the summer: a main stage musical and the SummerStarz touring ensemble.

Swift Mill Creek Theatre
17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy.
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
(804) 748-5203
www.swiftcreekmill.com
Summer Theatre Camp at Swift Creek Mill Theatre is now accepting applications for our two, one-week exploratory camps June 18-22 or July 9-13, 2012. Applications are also being accepted for the two-week Performance Master Camp July 30-Aug. 11, 2012. All camps are located at Swift Creek Mill Theatre from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. tuitions include a hot lunch, music, acting, movement, and theatre enrichment classes.

Triple C Camp
920 Camp Road
Charlottesville, VA 22902
(434) 293-2529
(434) 293-2235
The Green Adventure Project exists to provide sound environmental and adventure education experiences. We introduce students to the science of the natural world, while educating them about the importance of stewardship and sustainability. Join our small group, overnight, outdoor expedition. Start by participating in teambuilding activities on our ropes course and learn the basics of camping. Next, embark on an exciting nature-based journey through the great outdoors. Participate in environmental education, learn new skills, explore and enjoy the thrill of adventure. We look forward to sharing our natural world.

Tutor Doctor
13304 Shady Knoll Court
Richmond, VA 23233
North - (804) 912-1103
www.tutordoctorofrichmond.com
Over the summer, kids can lose more than 2.5 months worth of math skills. For kids already struggling this means starting the year at an even further disadvantage. Overall, kids lose an average of 1 month of learning in other subjects during the summer. Imagine if athletes stopped training for 1-2 months in the year. Many students go through “summer brain drain” and can forget much of what they learned the previous year. At Tutor Doctor, we love helping all students improve their confidence, study skills and grades. Tutoring with us will prevent “summer brain drain” and get your child off to a great start in September. Best of all, we make house calls.

Two Wings Summer Enrichment Academy
3300 Broad Rock Blvd
Richmond, VA. 23224
(804) 232-5124
summerprogram2wings@yahoo.com
This Academy is proud to offer the community another option for their child during the summer. We are offering an enrichment program for a child that focuses on math, science, reading, and writing and spiritual education. We will provide a safe environment that will reinforce the academic skills taught during the year while offering spiritual development, cultural awareness, education enrichment, social maturation, leadership development, fun activities and field trips.

University of Richmond
Schools of Continuing Studies
28 Westhampton Way
Richmond, VA 23173
(804) 287-6633
The University of Richmond’s School of Professional & Continuing Studies offers an expanded array of enrichment courses for youth of all ages in 2012. From Pre-K to teen, we’ve got something to suit all interests. Returning favorites include art, science, drama, martial arts, and more. Our middle school programs offer a range of choices from journalism to math olympics, jewelry making and more. Preteens can earn babysitter training certification this summer as well. And for ninth through 12th graders, our popular S.T.E.P.S. to Success workshops take S.A.T. Prep to the next level; while Kaleidoscope offers a full week of campus experiences, a completely unique experience for teens in town. Check out all our options for the summer. To join our Summer Youth Programs Mailing List, contact Mary C. Raymond mraymond@richmond.edu.

Westminster Canterbury
1600 Westbrook Ave.
Richmond, VA 23227
(804) 200-1176
www.wcrichmond.org/about-us/child-development-center/
As part of the area’s leading continuing care retirement community, our unique center provides a safe, secure and supportive environment for children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years, to learn through play. The Westminster Canterbury Child Development Center is fully inclusive with staff trained to support children of all abilities, including those with special needs. Art, music, dance, fitness, intergenerational activities and much more are open to every child. Summer at Westminster Canterbury provides the same opportunities for fun and exploration with programming themes, hands-on learning and a variety of field trips.

Westview on the James
1231 West View Road
Goochland, VA 23063
(804) 457-42100
www.westviewonthejames.org
Camp times are the best of times at Westview on the James in Goochland County. Campers age 6 to 16 enjoy fun and adventure in an atmosphere of Christian love. Challenging activities, camp friends, and awesome counselors will have you wishing you could stay longer. An outdoor ministry of the United Methodist Church.

YMCA Camp Silver Beach
6272 YMCA Lane
P.O. Box 69
Jamesville, VA 23398
(757) 442-4634
(757) 442-4786 (fax)
1-877-231-2012 (toll free)
www.ymcashr.org/locations/campsilverbeach
YMCA Camp Silver Beach is a coed residential camp for 8 to 16 year olds, located on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, directly on the Chesapeake Bay with 1,200 feet of pristine shoreline. We have more than 1,500 acres of activities including an Alpine II Challenge Course, swimming pools, sailing, kayaking, a giant water slide, air-conditioned cottages, bay-front dining, tennis courts and skate park. Our well-trained summer staff comes from all over the world to add a terrific international flavor. We offer seven one-week sessions and one two-week session, as well as a three-week Teen Adventure Camp and a Counselor In Training Program.

YMCA of Greater Richmond Camp Thunderbird Outdoor Center
9300 Shawondassee Road
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 748-6714
www.ymcarichmond.org
YMCA campers enjoy swimming, basketball, athletic fields, hiking, pony rides, fishing, canoeing, music, drama, archery, two zip lines, arts-and-crafts, a petting farm and so much more. We provide FREE bus stops at multiple locations throughout Greater Richmond area. The YMCA is open to all, offering financial assistance to those who qualify.