Summer camps 

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By Janet Nummi 

SHENANIGANS FOR KIDS 

As the Florida summer sun starts cranking up its thermostat, families around St. Pete are getting ready to dive headfirst into a whirlwind of wacky camp adventures tailor-made for kids of all stripes. From wild outdoor escapades to artsy antics, the area has got a whole bag of tricks to keep those young minds buzzing and those spirits soaring higher than a pelican on Red Bull.

www.saintpetersburgsummercamps.com 

Outdoor Hijinks   

With St. Pete’s backyard boasting beaches that are all but begging for sandcastles and parks that practically scream explore me, it’s no wonder it’s the primo spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Summer camps around here are all about kayaking, paddleboarding, and treks through nature’s greatest hits, giving kids the chance to go full-on while getting their daily dose of Vitamin SEA and D.

www.stpeteparksrec.org/camps
www.stpetebeach.org/718/Explorers-Club—Summer-Camp
www.WaterSportsCamp.Eckerd.edu
www.GreatEX.org
www.StPeteYMCA.org 

Artsy Fartsy Fun 

For the little Picassos and Mozarts itching to make a masterpiece, St. Pete has an arts scene hotter than a jalapeno dipped in sriracha. From getting down and dirty with clay to splattering paint like a pro, these summer camps are the ultimate breeding ground for creative chaos, with seasoned pros guiding these mini maestros toward artistic glory.

www.creativepinellas.org/uncategorized/12594/arts-summer-camps
www.stpeteartsalliance.org/education/st-pete-summer-arts-camps
www.mfastpete.org/summer-camps-at-the-mfa 

Sports Smackdown   

Got a pint-sized LeBron or Serena in the making? The burg’s got ‘em covered with summer camps that turn kiddos into athletic dynamos faster than you can say game on. Whether it’s kicking it on the soccer field or acing on the tennis court, these camps aren’t just about scoring goals – they’re about building teamwork, sportsmanship, and muscles to make The Rock jealous. 

www.StPeteTennisCenter.com
www.BaysideSportsAcademy.org
www.NinjaAcademyStPete.com
www.SPCHS.org
www.bevolleyacademy.com 

STEM Shenanigans   

In a world that runs on gigabytes and gizmos, St. Pete knows the importance of getting kids geeked about science, tech, engineering, and math (STEM). That’s why these summer camps are all about hands-on experiments, robot showdowns, and coding chaos, turning even the most tech-shy tots into bona fide Einsteins in the making.

Eco-Extravaganza   

St. Pete’s got its eye on the prize when it comes to saving the planet, and these summer camps or volunteer activities are where the eco-warriors of tomorrow get their start. Think beach cleanups, garden parties, and crash courses in critter conservation, turning these pint-sized campers into nature’s very own Avengers, ready to take on anything that threatens their green kingdom.

So as the mercury starts its slow crawl up the thermometer, families buckle up for a summer filled with enough camp craziness to make even the most seasoned camper feel like a kid again. Whether they’re on the stage, painting masterpieces, or saving the world one recycling bin at a time, these kids are in for a wild ride – one they’ll be talking about ‘til next summer comes rolling around. 

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