Southeastern to host Camp Rec Summer 2016
Monday, March 21, 2016
by: Tonya Lowentritt
HAMMOND – Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Recreational Sports and
Wellness is hosting 10 weeks of “Camp Rec” this summer.
Created for children ages 5 to 13, the camp is an option for parents who want their
children to have fun and physically active days while developing social skills, confidence
and independence.
Camp Rec is offered weekly beginning May 23 and ending July 29. Scheduled from
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, Camp Rec will have a variety of activities planned throughout
the week and will take place in the Pennington Student Activity Center, located at
the corner of University Avenue and General Pershing Avenue.
Dollie Hebert-Crouch, Director of Recreational Sports and Wellness, said each
week’s focus is to intended to improve a child’s health and fitness and build self-confidence
through activities which include outdoor adventures, field day games, arts and crafts,
health and fitness talks, relay races, swimming, and field trips.
“We are committed to creating an unforgettable summer camp experience in a safe
and supportive environment,” said Hebert-Crouch. “The Camp Rec experience is fun,
exciting and filled with challenging activities that teach the campers the values
of trust, friendship and teamwork.”
The weekly fee of $145 for campers and $140 for siblings includes breakfast and
snacks each day as well as a Camp Rec t-shirt. Early drop off is at 7 a.m.. Late pickup,
from 4 - 5:45 p.m. is $25 per camper for the week. Registration for Camp Rec is $50
per family and is waived for Pennington Student Activity Center members, and families
who previously registered for the Camp Rec: Spring Break 2016.
To register or for more information, call 985-549-5591, email recsports@southeastern.edu, or visit the membership desk at the Pennington Student Activity Center.
