Summer is right around the corner, and while most students are excited to have a break from school, parents can sometimes struggle to figure out how to keep kids occupied with safe, fun, and affordable activities. Whether your child likes sports, the arts, technology, reading, or something else, there are lots of programs and opportunities to choose from.
EDMO Day Camp (June 18 - August 2, 2024)
EDMO (originally Edventure More) is only open to students enrolled in the Kelseyville Unified School District. This fun-filled, full-day program includes science, technology, engineering and arts, with pie-filled rallies, social-emotional learning, outdoor games, songs, skits and more! Students in Grades TK - 2 will participate at Kelseyville Elementary School and students going into Grades 3 through 8 will participate at Mountain Vista Middle School. Note: The camp will be closed on June 19 and July 1-5. To learn more, contact your child’s school or visit edmo.org. To enroll, visit enroll.edmo.org/partner_programs/edmo-kelseyville-unified-summer-2024.
Basketball Camp (June 17-20)
This sports camp is for boys and girls in Grades 1 through 8. Group 1 for students entering Grades 1 - 4 meets from 8:00 am - 11:00 am. Group 2 for students entering Grades 5 - 8 meets from 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm. All students meet at Kelseyville High School, where they will learn basketball skills and techniques from the JV and varsity players and coaches. Skills include dribbling, shooting, passing, defense, and teamwork. Kids will play competitive games to reinforce their new skills and will receive a camp T-shirt to commemorate their experience. To learn more, visit go.netcamps.com/events/3991-kelseyville-youth-basketball-camp-june-2024-copy
Sheriff’s Activities League
The Lake County Sheriff’s Activities league (lakecountysal.com/programs) provides summer activities for kids free of charge, including boxing, Junior Giants baseball, kayaking, and more. Most activities are for children ages 9 and older, but kids as young as 5 can play baseball with Junior Giants.
Parks, Picnics, and More
Lake County Parks & Recreation (parks.lakecountyca.gov/1608/Play) offers plenty of public playgrounds, picnic areas, and dog parks, not to mention hiking and public sports facilities.
If you haven’t already checked out the new Xabatin Community Park in Lakeport, you should. It features a basketball court, skatepark, Ninja gym, amphitheater, splash pad, public art, multi-use lawn area, sheltered picnic areas, and more.
Also, if you want to join a pool for the season, consider Loch Lomond Pool & RV Park. Learn more at lochlomondresortandrvpark.com.
Museums for All
Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to certain museums by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID. Visit museums4all.org to find participating museums near you.
Lakeport Library
The library offers books, digital resources like audiobooks, and more. Visit parks.lakecountyca.gov/805/For-Kids to apply for a free library card and learn about upcoming activities.
Fun Zone Arcade
Visit konocti-vista-casino.com/fun-zone-arcade to learn more about Konocti Vista Casino’s all-ages arcade, open Thursday through Sunday in the afternoons and evenings.
Lake County Kids’ Calendar
This website–lakecountykidscalendar.com/about.html–lists offerings of all kinds for local kids.
Keeping kids’ minds and bodies engaged in fun activities will help them make the most of their summer, and you don’t have to leave the house to have a great time. Visit parents.com/summer-fun-activities-8600043 for dozens of ideas on what to do this summer. Here are a few:
Go bird watching. Take photos and keep track of your sightings. Then, use an app or guidebook to identify feathered friends.
Grow fresh herbs in containers. Use old coffee cans, milk jugs, mason jars, plastic cups, or anything else you have around the house to plant your herbs. Once complete, keep your herb garden on a patio or windowsill and watch them grow.
Look for shapes in the clouds. Put a blanket in the grass and stare up at the sky. Then, take turns talking about what you see in the clouds.
Make a bird feeder. Watch birds visit your yard and add to your list of bird sightings.
Make fairy houses. Use moss, bark, and leaves to create a dwelling fit for Thumbelina.
Pick your own plants. Find a farm with blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, veggies, or flowers and get picking.
Plant a butterfly or hummingbird garden. Create a backyard wildlife habitat and watch these fascinating creatures enjoy it all summer.
We look forward to seeing everyone back at school after a long, relaxing summer. Enjoy!