 This was the perfect place for my daughter to spend her Summer! She had a great time with all the other kids and was always thrilled to tell me how many fish she caught. The field trips were all at great places and the kids always seemed to learn so much.
We will definitely be back next year!
-Lisa, Coconut Creek, FL
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IGFA SUMMER CAMP OPEN HOUSE
Come Meet Our Summer Camp Counselors!
Saturday, May 19th at the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum
10am-1pm in the front lobby
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Get a chance to speak with our CPR/First Aid certified marine biologists
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Check out our facility and the lab classroom used for camp
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See some of the activities your child will be doing throughout the camp week
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Take advantage of the last day to use our Early Registration Discount ($50 OFF)
IGFA offers spring and summer week-long camp adventures for children ages 7 - 13. Campers spend time in the museum where they learn about fishing techniques, conservation, marine biology, tying flies & jigs, and participate in simulated fishing tournaments. Field trips take the campers on a variety of fresh and salt water adventures: drift boat, pier and shore fishing, encounters with alligators, and much more.
Camps give children the opportunity to have fun while being educated on local habitats and ethical practices. During the week-long experience, campers will discover the importance of the different fresh and salt water habitats for sport fishing. Conserving these habitats is essential for future recreation and livelihoods associated with fishing. For children to grasp the important concept of conservation, it is essential that hands-on experiences are conducted to reinforce these issues. Young people are the key to this success.
Participants will receive a T-shirt and a free rod and reel combo compliments of Fish Florida. Before/after care is available, aftercare is $20/hour. Pre-registration is required. There is a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 45 campers per week, so reserve your spot today!
Summer Camp:
When: June 11, 2012 - August 17, 2012*
Cost: $300 per week for members (with regular or family membership)
$325 per week for non-members
For a printable version of the 2012 Summer Camp Registration Packet, click here
For a printable version of the Frequently Asked Questions, click here
For a printable version of the 2012 Summer Camp Field Trip Schedule, click here
Camp Hours: 9am-4pm, except on Fridays; before and after care is available 8am-9am, 4-6pm
Camper Ages: 7-13 years old
Where: IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, 300 Gulfstream Way, Dania Beach, Florida 33004
Counselor/Camper Ratio: 1:8, never more than 1:10
Campers must bring their lunch every day.
Counselors are all CPR and First Aid Certified and either have or are obtaining a degree in Marine Biology or a related field.
*There will be no camp on Wednesday, July 4th in observance of the holiday. Pro-rated rates are: $245 for members and $270 for non-members
Multiple child, multiple week and early registration discounts are available. Check your calendar and register early before space fills up.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Pre-registration is required for camp and before/after care. Payment for aftercare is due with registration or at the end of the camp session. Friday, campers need to check in at 7:35 a.m. (the bus leaves at 7:45 a.m.), and a graduation will be held from 3-4 p.m. Parents are encouraged to come to the graduation and take pictures! IGFA reserves the right to change activities and field trip destinations if necessary.
Cancellations made within 10 business working days prior to the camp-week session will be charged a $60 processing fee. Cancellations made 2-9 business working days prior to the camp-week session will be charged a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be processed with only a 1 business working day cancellation notice. If the program is cancelled by IGFA, a full refund will be given. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE.
The IGFA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment has not been reached (minimum of 10 campers a day for spring camp and 20 campers for a week of summer camp). The IGFA reserves the right to combine age levels to meet the minimum attendance requirements.
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING ABOUT OUr Hands-on Fishing Camp:
"The camps are very educational and teach kids about conservation as well as fishing. There is a very good ratio of counselors to campers and everyone is friendly and helpful. The graduation ceremony on Fridays are terrific for both children and parents."
-Karen, Boca Raton, FL
For more information or to register please call (954) 924-4309, fax (954) 924-4299, email reservations@igfa.org or mail to:
IGFA
Attn: Education Department
300 Gulf Stream Way
Dania Beach, FL 33004