Kids & Family
How to Keep Kids Busy During the Summer
Mokena Park District has many summer camps and programs to keep kids busy and happy all summer long.
These are just a few of the camps and programs that are offered over the summer at Mokena Park District. Check out our website for more fun ideas.
CHICAGO UNION ULTIMATE CAMP
Ultimate is a fast, fun, easy-to-learn field game played with a disc. It is a non-contact sport combining running and agility with the skills of throwing and catching. This camp will introduce basic rules, throwing, and catching techniques, and offensive/defensive strategies. Activities develop skills and emphasize teamwork, good spirit, and the joy of play. Participants also receive a Union disc, replica jersey and 4 tickets to a home game. All ability levels are welcome. Age 6-13.
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- Monday–Friday, June 24–28, 9–11:30am at Lincoln-Way North Football Field. Fee R/NR: $130/$142. Register at www.mokenapark.com
SOCCER CAMP
Kids will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer. We’ll focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. By the end of the camp, your child will have learned about teamwork and sportsmanship, improved their soccer skills and made some new friends. Participants should bring a water bottle, two snacks, sunscreen and wear appropriate athletic attire. Every child receives an award certificate and Skyhawks t-shirt. Ages 4-12.
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- Monday–Thursday, June 24–27, 9am–12pm at Fox Ridge Park in Mokena. Fee R/NR: $159/$169. Register at www.mokenapark.com.
HORSE CAMP
Summer Horse Camp. Students will get hands-on experience in grooming, bridling, saddling and feeding horses. Every day will include a riding lesson. Other activities include art and crafts, water games and bathing horses. Each session ends with a horse show for the campers to demonstrate their new horse skills to their family and friends. Campers should bring a water bottle and lunch. Age 7–18. Horse Camp is held at Nova Quarter Horses in Mokena.
Sessions are Monday–Thursday, from 9am–3pm. Sessions dates: June 24–27, July 8–11 and August 5–8. Fee: $500 per session. Register at www.mokenapark.com.
For more information, visit www.mokenapark.com or call Mokena Park District at 708-390-2401.
