Boardman day camp kicks off and keeps kids active

BOARDMAN — Like many other campers, this isn’t Alivia Riley’s first time at Boardman Park’s Adventure Day Camp.

Alivia, 6, of Boardman, was here last year, and likes coming to camp. Her favorite part, she says, is getting to spend time in the woods.

Alivia was in luck during the first day of camp today, as the day’s activities included a nature hike through some of the park trails, despite wet and muddy conditions.

The walk, during which campers gathered leaves to identify, was the day’s science activity. Campers also did creative arts, sports, arts and crafts and team-building activities as part of a schedule that mimics a typical school day.

“We have a schedule similar to what they have at school, so they have that continuity,” said Karen McCallum, park recreation director and education specialist.

Registration still is open for the nine-week camp, which is for children who have completed kindergarten up to 12 years old. The program runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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