Summer Mermaid Art & Swim Camps 2023
For Kids Entering Grades 1-6, 9:00-1:00, Tues-Fri. All Camps are sold out for the summer. See you next year.
WHAT ARE MERMAID CAMPS?
These very special camps can be viewed more as an amazing creative retreat, rather than a large bustling camp. Pam's beautiful studio at The Third Street Center in Carbondale is perfect for children who benefit from a creative and calm space with a small group of friends. Camps meet Tuesday-Friday, 9am to 1pm. We'll have three art days at the studio and one pool day at the RVR pool. (Scroll down to see the weekly schedule). Pam is a resident of River Valley Ranch and children who aren't also residents will go as Pam's pool guests. Note: To keep up with inflation, mermaid camps cost a bit more this summer ($350) but EVERYTHING is included: top notch art materials, pool entry fee, special treats at the pool, etc. Your children will love these camps. Hear what past mermaid campers say...
These very special camps can be viewed more as an amazing creative retreat, rather than a large bustling camp. Pam's beautiful studio at The Third Street Center in Carbondale is perfect for children who benefit from a creative and calm space with a small group of friends. Camps meet Tuesday-Friday, 9am to 1pm. We'll have three art days at the studio and one pool day at the RVR pool. (Scroll down to see the weekly schedule). Pam is a resident of River Valley Ranch and children who aren't also residents will go as Pam's pool guests. Note: To keep up with inflation, mermaid camps cost a bit more this summer ($350) but EVERYTHING is included: top notch art materials, pool entry fee, special treats at the pool, etc. Your children will love these camps. Hear what past mermaid campers say...
MERMAID CAMP TESTIMONIALS
We are grateful that Ayla got to spend the week with you!! She loved every minute!! Thank you so much. Amanda
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Josie had so much fun and we loved going through the bag of goodies! The camp certificate was a big hit! Gina
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Jade had a wonderful time in Mermaid Camp. We just visited the projects she did with you last week. Thank you! Kirsten
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Zoe has been enjoying the camp so much, and said it’s been her absolute favorite camp ever!!! Monika
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THIS SUMMER'S THEME: NORDIC MERMAIDS
This summer we're focusing on Nordic Mermaids. Pam has Scandinavian ancestors and took a trip there years ago. She loved the beautiful scenery, the strong people, and most of all the fjords where many mermaids live.
PROJECTS THIS SUMMER:
Spinning fjord seascapes with mermaids and Viking ships, pompom seals and reindeer, Northern Lights lanterns, Scandinavian design mermaid wands, folk art coloring booklets & more! Top notch materials and fun mermaid surprises are provided, and pool entry and special treats at the pool are all included!
This summer we're focusing on Nordic Mermaids. Pam has Scandinavian ancestors and took a trip there years ago. She loved the beautiful scenery, the strong people, and most of all the fjords where many mermaids live.
PROJECTS THIS SUMMER:
Spinning fjord seascapes with mermaids and Viking ships, pompom seals and reindeer, Northern Lights lanterns, Scandinavian design mermaid wands, folk art coloring booklets & more! Top notch materials and fun mermaid surprises are provided, and pool entry and special treats at the pool are all included!
2023 Mermaid Camps, $350
DENMARK
6/27-6/30, T-F Sold Out |
FINLAND
7/11-7/14, T-F Sold Out |
ICELAND
7/18-7/21, T-F Sold Out |
SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK
DAYS 1, 2 & 3- ART DAYS
9:00:-Kids arrive at Pam's studio for mermaid art, games, and sack lunches on the lawn, along with special mermaid treats. 1:00- Children are picked up at Pam's studio. DAY 4- POOL DAY 9:00- Kids are dropped off at Pam's home in RVR for a short movie. Then we walk to the RVR pool with our lunches and swim gear around 10:30. 10:45- Swim, lunch and play at the pool. 1:00- Kids picked up in front of the RVR clubhouse. NOTE- If it looks like it will rain on Day 4, Pam will change Pool Day to earlier in the week. And if it's rainy all week, we'll have a Mermaid Party at the studio or Pam's home on Day 4. |

AN IMPORTANT NOTE TO PARENTS ABOUT THE POOL:
Mermaid Camps are for kids who are comfortable in the water and have had some swimming instruction. RVR has a lifeguard and Pam will also be supervising BUT she will not be able to focus on just one child. This is especially important this summer since Pam is lowering the starting age to kids entering 1st grade!
Pam is an excellent swimmer and has taught kids' swimming and synchronized swimming classes. Your kids will be well-supervised, will have a great time, and will learn something too!
Mermaid Camps are for kids who are comfortable in the water and have had some swimming instruction. RVR has a lifeguard and Pam will also be supervising BUT she will not be able to focus on just one child. This is especially important this summer since Pam is lowering the starting age to kids entering 1st grade!
Pam is an excellent swimmer and has taught kids' swimming and synchronized swimming classes. Your kids will be well-supervised, will have a great time, and will learn something too!
Are Mermaid Camps Right For You?
Mermaid camps are for children who love a fun but calm environment, and who are comfortable in the water. Flip through, "The Mermaid Way", to see if mermaid camps are right for you, and to learn about Pam's own mermaid background.
Mermaid camps are for children who love a fun but calm environment, and who are comfortable in the water. Flip through, "The Mermaid Way", to see if mermaid camps are right for you, and to learn about Pam's own mermaid background.
RVR Pool Waiver
If you're not an RVR member, please click here to fill out the pool waiver for your child.
If you're not an RVR member, please click here to fill out the pool waiver for your child.