WATERTOWN MAYER COMMUNITY EDUCATION ISD #111

Boys and girls age 11+ learn skill training and information necessary in caring for infants and children in the American Health and Safety Institute accredited program. This program will teach the importance of responsibility, recognizing an emergency, emergency action steps, personal safety, fire and water safety, infant/child basic care, responding to an unconscious victim, CPR, choking management, and basic first aid. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a babysitting safety certification card. Please bring a pen, paper, snack and beverage.

Boys and girls age 11+ learn skill training and information necessary in caring for infants and children in the American Health and Safety Institute accredited program. This program will teach the importance of responsibility, recognizing an emergency, emergency action steps, personal safety, fire and water safety, infant/child basic care, responding to an unconscious victim, CPR, choking management, and basic first aid. Upon successful completion, participants will earn a babysitting safety certification card. Please bring a pen, paper, snack and beverage.

Stride into action by learning how to cross country ski during the Minnesota winter! This course is open to all ages and ability levels! Instructors will provide an interactive ski lesson covering types of equipment, basic drills for balance, form, and agility. The majority of the lesson will be spent practicing your stride on the groomed trails of Baylor Regional Park! This program is offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.

CONEY ISLAND CANOE AGE 8+ Hop into a canoe and explore the historical Coney Island guided by Carver County Park’s instructors and learn about its rich history! No paddling experience needed! Find out the truth about local legends and archeological findings while walking under the shade of beautiful old maple trees. All equipment provided. Participants must be ages 8+; youth must register and participate with an adult. This program is offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.

INTRO TO FISHING DAY CAMP AGE 7 - 12 Intended for those looking to experience fishing for the first time or kids that just want to do some fishing with friends! This half-day camp will introduce skills like drop casting, overhead casting practice, hooking bait, setting hooks and removing fish as well as ethical fishing practices. All equipment provided. Offered in partnership with Carver County Parks. Cedar Point Park is located in Waconia at located at 130 North Cedar Street.

JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE AGES 6-17 Open to all levels from beginners to advanced boys and girls ages 6-17. This 4-session league offers junior golfers a chance to play up to 9 holes of golf and learn the fundamentals of the golf swing. Each league day the golfers will get a putting lesson, chipping lesson and full swing instruction. The league will also cover the rules and etiquette of golf. Half of the daily league time will be spent with lessons and half the time will be on course play. A league hat is included. Registration deadline is May 15 for Session 1 and June 19 for Session 2. A Camp Session is full at 140 golfers. Camper-to-instructor ratio goal is a maximum of 10:1 for stations, 5:1 on golf course. Rain Make Up Dates – Monday, July 6 for Session 1 and Monday, August 10 for Session 2. Information needed from Junior Campers: name, age, sex, email, phone # and request for pairings with other campers. We will do our best to honor request for pairings but it is not guaranteed. Hat Size – Youth or Adult Instructors: Tom Peterson with a team of current and former High School and College Coaches, and College Players

KAYAK: CONEY ISLAND KAYAK AGE 10+ Paddle out to the Coney Island via kayak to explore the beautiful natural and historical location. Guided by Carver County Park instructors, no paddle experience is needed! Find out the truth about local legends and archeological findings while walking under the shade of beautiful old maple trees. All equipment provided. Offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.

NATURE NUTS AT BAYLOR PARK COMPLETED GR K-2 Get your kids outside and active this summer at Baylor Park with our Nature Nuts program. Children will play games, do arts and crafts, learn about nature, and have a great time making new friends. Please indicate on your registration form if your child would need transportation to and from camp. Please bring lunch, water bottle, and sun screen to camp. Once date gets closer a letter will be sent to confirm bus times.

SAFE KIDS 101 Does your child ages 8-12 want to stay home alone after school? Get your children trained with Safe Kids 101 and both of you will feel more confident about their safety at home and in the community. This program is a fun way of learning important safety principles for emergencies your children could come across while home alone. Please indicate any food allergies while registering. Topics include: answering the door or the telephone, basic first aid, burns, wounds and bandaging, poisonings, choking emergencies, storm and fire emergency training, dog emergencies, stranger danger, as well as fun, safe activities to do while home alone. Create fun, healthy – safe snacks!

If you can walk, you can snowshoe! Don’t let the snow stop you from taking a peaceful walk in nature! Winter holds all sorts of new nature discoveries not seen in the warmer months! We’ve got the equipment and expertise to get you adventuring in the winter landscape. We will provide technique advice during your snowy excursion and present background information about the different types of snowshoes used throughout history. This program is offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.

TAE KWON DO – AGE 7 & UP Participants of all ages can benefit from this traditional Korean martial art. This is a great class for parent and child. No previous athletic experience is required. Our class offers students a well rounded training program to develop mind, body and spirit. Along with the physical and mental benefits of training, students will learn effective self defense techniques, develop self confidence, discipline, fitness and total health. Please wear comfortable clothing. Uniforms and gear can be purchased through the instructor. The instructor is Brian Lyle. He is a 5th degree black belt in taekwondo and a first degree black belt in Hapkido. Master Lyle has been training and teaching at Quantum Martial Arts With Master Frederick Baker for the last 15 years

WILD ENCOUNTERS CAMP AGE 8 -12 If your child is enthusiastic about trying new outdoor activities, they will fit right in at Wild Encounters! Campers will challenge themselves to hone their aim with archery, test their balance on a slackline, geocaching for s’mores and cast a line for some fish with our fun-loving instructors. Instructors will cover activity basics, safety procedures, history of the activity, tips for future success and much more! All equipment will be provided. Offered in Partnership with Carver County Parks. 10% discount on class fee if youth are signed up for W-M Kids Company Summer Session. Please contact W-M Kids Company to find out how to receive the discount.

YOUTH ARCHERY & ATLATL AGE 8 -15 Calling all archers! This class is an opportunity for students of all ability levels to hone their archery skills as well as try something new—atlatl throwing! Whether shooting a compound bow or throwing the ancient hunting dart, participants are sure to have a fun time. Proper techniques for stance, aim and release are taught by trained instructors who utilize experiential learning and creative games to ensure that all archers grow in their abilities—and have fun! All equipment provided. This program is offered in partnership with Carver County Parks. 10% discount on class fee if youth are signed up for W-M Kids Company Summer Session. Please contact W-M Kids Company to find out how to receive the discount.

YOUTH LOG ROLLING AGE 6 - 14 Test your balance, speed, and agility in a Minnesota tradition! Learn this lumberjack-inspired sport from our trained instructors and hone your skills in competitive games. Our Minnesota-made Key Logs are plastic, water-filled, and equipped with adjustable training equipment to ensure a fun experience for people of all ages and abilities. Water shoes or secure sandals recommended. This program is a partnership between Carver County Parks.

YOUTH STAND- UP PADDLEBOARDING AGE 8-14 Hit the lake with this exciting adventure paddling sport! Born from Hawaiian surf culture, paddleboards can provide a fun method of exploring the lake. This program is designed for beginner-level paddlers. Instruction will start on land with brief water safety and technique tips, and then head out on the water! All necessary paddling equipment will be provided. Participants should come prepared to get wet. Offered in partnership with Carver County Parks.