Miami-Dade County - Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces

Miami-Dade County Parks' Winter Break Camps Registration Underway

Camps are fun, affordable and help kids stay active in the great outdoors!

(MIAMI, December 3, 2014) - Don’t let your kids get stuck on the couch channel surfing and loading up on junk food during the Winter School Recess. Help them to stay active, connect to nature and make the most of their off-school time by enrolling them in one of the many fun-filled and affordable Winter Break Camps offered by the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department. Registration is currently underway.

Miami-Dade County Parks Winter Break Camps will be held December 22, 2014 through January 2, 2015 (closed Christmas/New Year’s Day), Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with early drop-off available at 7:30 a.m. and late pick-up until 6:00 p.m.

General Camp programs will thrill and challenge youngsters, ages 6-14, with a variety of activities from fitness, sports, and arts and crafts to games and exciting field trips.

There are also Specialized Camps, which focus on a specific interest or need, including camps for nature and wildlife-lovers like Zoo Miami’s “Winter Break Daze” Camp, Miami EcoAdventuresTM Camps at A.D. “Doug” Barnes Park, Greynolds Park, and the Deering Estate at Cutler. For aspiring young golfers looking to learn the game or hone their skills, Miami-Dade County Parks offers Junior Golf Camps at four of its golf courses – Greynolds Golf Course, the Country Club of Miami Golf Course, the Palmetto Golf Course, and the Crandon Golf Course.

Prices for camps vary. Parents are required to register their child for General Program Camps through online registration at www.miamidade.gov/parks, where the entire list of camp sites is also found. Some Specialized Camps may require in-person registration. The public may also call a participating park or 3-1-1 for the Miami-Dade County Information Hotline.

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS GENERAL PROGRAM CAMPS (AGES 6-14)
The cost for these camps is $40 – $90/week, depending on the program. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify.

South
• Eureka Villas Park, 14301 SW 180 St., (305) 254-5856
• Goulds Park, 11350 SW 216 St., (305) 255-2399
• Hammocks Community Park at Wild Lime Park, 14751 Hammocks Blvd., (305) 386-0227 (Temporary location through February 2015, while Hammocks is under renovation)
• Modello Park, 28450 SW 152 Ave., (305) 247-1553
• South Dade Park, 28151 SW 164 Ave., (305) 247-9453
• Southridge Park, 11250 SW 192 St., (786) 293-4549

Central
• Bird Lakes Park, 14365 SW 48 Lane, (305) 270-1644
• Continental Park, 10000 SW 82 Ave., (305) 274-9666
• Kendale Lakes Park, 7850 SW 142 Ave., (305) 385-4750
• North Trail Park, 780 NW 127 Ave., (305) 207-2420
• Rockway Park, 9460 SW 27 Ave., (305) 223-8769
• Ruben Dario Park, 9825 W. Flagler St., (305) 222-2194
• Westwind Lakes Park, 6805 SW 152 Ave., (305) 388-4771

North
• Country Village Park, 6550 NW 188 Terr., (305) 622-2594
• Gwen Cherry Park (NFL/YET Center), 7090 NW 22 Ave., (305) 694-4889
• Highland Oaks Park, 20300 NE 24 Ave., (305) 932-2164
v • Jefferson Reaves Sr. Park, 3090 NW 50 St., (305) 635-2081
• North Glade Park, 17355 NW 52 Ave., (305) 621-2461
• Oak Grove Park 690 NE 159 St., (305) 944-8670
• Olinda Park, 2101 NW 51 St., (305) 633-4066

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS’ SPECIALIZED CAMPS

Winter Break Camps for Nature and Wildlife Lovers:

“WINTER BREAK DAZE” AT ZOO MIAMI (AGES 4-10)
Zoo Miami’s “Winter Break Daze” Camp will be held Dec. 22 - Jan. 2, from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Dec. 24 and 31, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; closed Christmas/New Year’s Day). This camp is designed to immerse children ages 4-10 into the world of wildlife and conservation. Join us for a fun-filled learning adventure that includes live animal presentations, visits to animal exhibits, interactions with zookeepers, wildlife enrichment activities, and much more! Daily rate: $42/Members and $47/Non-Members (Half-day rate Dec. 24 and 31: $21/Members and $24/Non-Members); Eight-day rate: $274/Members and $309/Non-Members; Extended care available for an additional fee. For more information, contact Zoo Miami’s Education Department at [email protected], or call (305) 255-5551.

MIAMI ECOADVENTURESTM WINTER CAMPS:

A.D. “DOUG” BARNES PARK, SENSE OF WONDER NATURE CENTER (AGES 6-15)
Camp provides children with unique opportunities to discover the wonders of our South Florida ecosystem with outdoor activities such as trail hikes and wildlife encounters. Camp session: Dec. 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, and Jan. 2. Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The cost is $133/six-day session (or $33 daily), plus a one-time annual registration fee of $12. A.D. “Doug” Barnes Park, Sense of Wonder Nature Center is located at 3401 SW 72 Ave., Miami. For details, call (305) 662-4124 and visit www.miamiecoadventures.com.

CAMP MANATEE AT GREYNOLDS PARK (AGES 6-15)

Camp provides children with unique opportunities to discover the wonders of our South Florida ecosystem with outdoor activities such as trail hikes and wildlife encounters. Camp session: Dec. 22, 23, 26, 29, 30, and Jan. 2. Camp hours are 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The cost is $133/six-day session (or $33 daily), plus a one-time annual registration fee of $12. Greynolds Park – Boathouse is located at 17530 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach. For details, call (305) 944-6111 and visit www.miamiecoadventures.com.

DEERING ESTATE AT CUTLER (AGES 6-15)

At the Deering Estate at Cutler, children will explore this magnificent historic Estate and archeological preserve and learn about its unique natural surroundings. Two, three-day sessions: Session 1: Dec. 22, 23 and 26; Session 2: December 29, 30 and January 2. Camp hours are 7:30 am – 5:00 pm. Each day is a different theme. Session 1: “Avian Adventures” (Dec. 22); “Natures Nest” (Dec. 23); and “Birds of a Feather” (Dec. 26); Session 2: “Fur and Flippers” (Dec. 29); “Call of the Wild” (Dec. 30); and “Migration across the Nation” (Jan. 2). The cost is $115/three-day session. Late pick up will be available from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for an additional $10 fee. The Deering Estate at Cutler is located at 16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami. The Estate is a 444-acre natural and archeological preserve and historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a center for education, culture and recreation. Register online or call (305) 235-1668, ext. 233. www.deeringestate.org.

Winter Break Camps for Aspiring Young Golfers:

JUNIOR GOLF CAMP AT THE GREYNOLDS GOLF COURSE (AGES 6-14)
The camp provides PGA Professional golf instruction for junior golfers, ages 6-14, that covers five subjects: Golf Etiquette and Rules; Posture, Grip and Alignment; Short Games (Chipping/Putting); Full-Swing (In Practice Area); and On-Course Play. Two Sessions – Session 1: Dec. 22-24 and 26; Session 2: Dec. 29-31 and Jan. 2. Camp hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The cost is $50/session. The Greynolds Golf Course is located at 17530 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach. Register at the Golf Pro Shop. For details, call (305) 949-1741 or visit www.greynoldsgolf.com.

JUNIOR GOLF CAMP AT THE COUNTRY CLUB OF MIAMI GOLF COURSE (AGES 8-15)

The camp is taught by PGA Professional Larry Levow and the Whole Game Golf School and covers golf fundamentals, full-swing and short game instruction for junior golfers, ages 8-15 (or younger with previous golf experience). Two Sessions – Session 1: Dec. 22-24; Session 2: Dec. 29-31. Camp hours: Half-day, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Full-day, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The cost is $155/half-day session and $235/full-day session. Participants must provide their own lunch. The Country Club of Miami Golf Course is located at 6801 NW 168 St., Miami. For details, call (305) 829-8456, Ext. 249 or visit www.golfccmiami.com. JUNIOR GOLF CAMP AT THE CRANDON GOLF COURSE (AGES 5-16)

Crandon Golf Academy will host a golf camp for junior golfers, ages 5-16. The curriculum includes full-swing with video analysis, short game, putting, and golf course orientation. Program runs Dec. 29-Jan. 2. Camp hours: Half-day, 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Full-day, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. The cost is $250/half-day program and $500/full-day program. Full-day program includes tennis instruction. The Crandon Golf Course is located at 6700 Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne. For details, call (305) 361-9129 or visit www.golfcrandon.com.

JUNIOR GOLF CAMP AT PALMETTO GOLF COURSE (AGES 6-17)
Palmetto Golf Academy will host a golf camp for junior golfers, ages 6-17. The curriculum includes full- swing with video analysis, short game, putting, mini golf, golf course orientation, and rules and etiquette. Three half-day sessions – Session 1: Dec. 15-19; Session 2: Dec. 22-26; and Session 3: Dec. 29-Jan. 2. Camp hours: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The cost per session: $200-Session 1; $160-Sessions 2/3. The Palmetto Golf Course is located at 9300 SW 152 St., Miami. For details, call (305) 238-2922 or visit www.golfpalmetto.com.