A summer of discovery

Thanks to a continuing partnership, free summer camps are once again available to students in Lincoln City.

“Lincoln City Parks and Recreation has been a long-standing partner for after school care and extra-curricular offerings for our youth in the Lincoln City area," said Lincoln County School District Superintendent Majalise Tolan. “We are so pleased to be able to continue this partnership throughout the summer.”

Grant funds will waive all registration costs for discovery camps held Monday through Friday in August. The camps will cover ocean and nature exploration, sports, cooking and space.

Funding will also cover summer skill learning camps held Monday through Thursday. The camps will help build a student’s skills in rock climbing, skateboarding and art.

Students ages 5 to 16 are welcome to register for the summer camps. Teens ages 12 to 17 have the opportunity to get free access to the Community Center if they become a member of the Young Adult Club.

The camps will work to continue education during the summer by fulfilling common core standards including literacy, STEM, visual arts, social-emotional learning, environmental education and fitness.

“Our summer camps are very popular and for a good reason,” said Recreation Manager Mike Davies. “They are an important enrichment opportunity for the youth in our community. To be able to offer them at no cost is extremely exciting!”

August camp registration is now open. For more information, go to lincolncity.org.