Summer Camps and Summer Programs at Houghton College - Houghton, NY

Description:
Computer Science Camp
Houghton College Computer Science Camp is an exciting week where campers will explore the basics of computer science. Campers will learn the mechanical aspects of computers and have the opportunity to build complete computer systems. Each camper will use the powerful programming language, Alice, to learn the basics of object oriented programming. This hands-on look at the architecture and mechanical function of computer science will culminate in the construction and coding of 3-D movies and games. Fine Arts Camp
Houghton College Summer Fine Arts Camp introduces students to the intellectual and technical rigors of professional art and design training. Talented high school students from around the region come to experience one week of intense full-time study in art and design. Courses include drawing, watercolor painting, ceramics, book and papermaking, and digital photography. These classes will help build technical skills and introduce students to design processes. Meet professional working artists and gain exposure to current and historical works of art while learning new techniques and concepts to enhance your studio skills. Forensics Camp
Houghton College Forensic Camp is a camp designed to tap the inner investigator. Campers will learn skills and techniques used in laboratory investigations, while also performing tasks such as fingerprinting, running ballistics test, identifying blood splatter and testing drug residue. With these techniques, campers will be able to solve mysteries in no time. President's Institute for Student Leadership
A true leader guides by example. According to Houghton College President Shirley Mullen, the President’s Institute for Student Leadership is about “teaching students to be whole people in a fragmented world—people who bring their thinking, their feeling, and their doing together—all with in the context of their spiritual and moral commitments.” Houghton College invites students entering grades 11 or 12 to a week of conversation on “The Big Questions” and challenges that will give campers the tools to become a person of influence in the world. This experience will transform that way students think and will encourage campers on their leadership journeys. Math Camp
Houghton College Math Camp is an exciting week where campers will experience the fundamentals of mathematics. Campers will analyze methods for making and breaking codes, investigate symmetry patterns in wallpaper and art, and compete in team contests to help build confidence in problem solving skills. Campers will spend time with Houghton faculty and students at Math Camp and experience math as a living, growing area of discovery where new questions are asked and explored.

Program Information:
Students entering grades 10-12• July 5-9, 2010 • day or residential
day cost $300 • residential cost $400

Program Information:
boys and girls • 7th through 12th grade • residential • Sunday, July 11-16, 2010
resident camper- $395 • $50 non-refundable registration fee • team discount: $25 off the resident camper fee for 3 or more athletes from the same team; early registration incentives: EARLY BIRD discounts available.

Program Information:

BOYS AND GIRLS INDIVIDUAL CAMPS: students entering 4-12 grade • day or residential
Week 1: June 27-July 2, 2010
Week 2: July 4-9, 2010
cost: $390 resident camper, $295 day camper (lunches and dinners included), EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS available.

BASKETBALL TEAM CAMPS: July 19-21, 2010 • $375 • Housing and meals available at extra charge

Additional Information:
'BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE,' a special Day Camp is being offered from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm, for boys and girls entering 1st-3rd grades - July 5-8, 2010. Campers will be instructed by specially trained and selected staff using 8-foot rims and small size basketballs. Cost: $120

Description:
Girls ages 10-16 are invited to attend a very special riding camp for one to four weeks at the Houghton College Equestrian Center. Riders at all levels of experience are welcome. Boys are invited to come for co-ed week. You may bring your own horse, or you will adopt a horse for your stay and will be responsible for his care, for cooling him off with a hose bath, for giving him a vacation on a trail ride, and for schooling him in the ring. Campers participate in daily riding lessons, trail rides, and dismounted lessons, as well as other camp games and activities.  At the college equestrian center, there is an indoor arena, 3 outdoor arenas, trails, and extensive cross country jumps for camp use.

Please note that methods of classical dressage underlie all of the teaching and training we do, whether specific to dressage or western or hunter/jumper or eventing.

Program Information:
boys and girls • ages 10-16 • residential 2010 dates: • Co-ed Camp: June 27-July 2
• Girl's Week 1: July 4-9
• Girl's Week 2: July 11-16
• Girl's Week 3: July 18-23
• Girl's Week 4: July 25-30
• Girls Open week: August 1-6
• Adult Dressage Camp - May 19-21 and July 14-16 – cost $550.00 per week Cost: residential camper cost: $650 • $100 nonrefundable registration fee. Go to website link in Contact section to download a registration form. 

Description:
Houghton College is committed to providing quality educational experiences within a wholesome and safe environment. The camp provides technical and tactical training for beginners through advanced players.

Program Information:
boys and girls • entering 4-12 grades • day or residential • 2 six-day sessions:
Soccer Camp Week 1: July 25-30, 2010
Soccer Camp Week 2:  August 1-6, 2010
residential cost: $395 • day cost: $295 • Discounts for early registration and for groups

Girl's Soccer Residential Team Camp:
girls • high school varsity level • residential • July 12-17, 2009
residential cost: $360 • day cost: $290
For team registration materials or information contact Coach David Lewis  

Description:
Houghton College Tennis Camp provides a healthy and wholesome atmosphere in which campers can enjoy playing tennis and developing friendships. Tennis Camp will include over 32 hours of instruction and play, including daily match play, mental toughness training, style and strategy development, doubles tactics and USTA patterns of play. Campers will partake in daily dynamic-stretching and conditioning along with having their fundamental skills individually addressed. In addition, daily sports science presentations and cross-training activities will be part of the Tennis Camp experience.

Program Information:
Boys and girls ages 10-17 • August 1-6, 2010 • day or residential
day cost $400 • residential cost $500 • Discounts for early registration and for groups

Description:
The goal of Houghton Volleyball Camp is to motivate the skilled player, while teaching the beginner the basics to building a strong foundation in volleyball. We will cover all aspects of the game on individual and team levels. The 4-2, 5-1, and 6-2 offenses, as well as popular defenses, will be taught. Previous experience is not necessary.

Program Information:
boys and girls • entering grades 6th - 12th • July 11-16, 2010 • day or residential
day cost $295 • residential cost $395 • early bird special (received by 4/1/10) is: Day- $275; Residential $375

Description:
STEP Adventure is for students in grade 9-12:
Participants experience 10 days of  backpacking and climbing in the Adirondacks, and spending time on Houghton College's challenge/teambuilding course. This physically demanding and challenging experience is designed to stimulate self-discovery, self confidence, and group awareness as well as develop life skills such as responsibility, problem solving, cooperation, conflict resolution and outdoor skills. Participants may also chose a 6-day trip which will focus on either rock- climbing at Rattlesnake Point, Canada, or canoeing in the Allegany Reservoir.  These trips will also include time on the Houghton College Ropes Course. 10-day STEP Adventure: coed • students entering 9th-12th grade •residential
2010 dates: July 12th-July 21st • cost: $400 ($15 for Allegany County residents) 6-day STEP Adventure:  July 26th- July 31st, cost $300  ($15 for Allegany County residents)

First STEP Adventure is for students entering grades 6-8
Participants experience the Houghton College Ropes Course, climbing wall, and backpacking on the Finger Lakes Trail June 23rd- June 26th, August 2nd- August 5, 2010 cost: $140 ($15 for Allegany County residents)

High Peaks Mt. Trip: We are offering a trip especially for those that love hiking. This 4 day trip will take you to the Adirondack High Peaks Region where you will have the chance to reach the highest point in New York State.  Make sure to come in tip-top shape as this trip will be a challenging, but rewarding experience.  This trip is limited to a small group of participants in grades 9-12. August 2- August 5, 2010