44 SUMMER ’26 Camp ROUNDUP ANIMALS AZ HUMANE SOCIETY azhumane.org Location: 5501 E. Van Buren St., Phoenix Ages: 5-17 Time: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Dates: June 1-July 24 Fee: $435 Arizona Humane Society has multiple camps for kids and teens. During Animal Ed-Ventures (for kids 6-8 and 9-11), campers will discover how they can make a difference in the lives of animals as they encounter a variety of animal ambassadors, interactive games and activities and enrichment projects that benefit homeless pets. Arizona Humane Society joins the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary and more for Wild Wonders, where campers learn to preserve, coexist and keep pets safe around our wild neighbors while meeting the special wild animal guests from Valley organizations. Rescued hedgehogs, tortoises, and alligators will make an appearance. Shelter Explorers, for ages 11-13, will explore the world of animal advocacy, behavior, and veterinary medicine to build new skills and discover exciting roles in animal welfare. The Pet Vets program offers 13-15 year olds interested in becoming veterinarians a hands-on intro to veterinary science. Participants can observe live surgeries, engage in specimen dissections, and learn about animal anatomy, physiology, pet first aid, CPR, and various experiments. CAMP ZOO phoenixzoo.org Location : 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix Ages: 5-15 Time: 8-11:45 a.m. for kinder kids, 8 a.m-2:45 p.m. for first-sixth graders Dates: June 1-July 31 Fee: $220/$270 for kinder, $335/$385 for grades 1-6, $385/$435 for middle schoolers The Phoenix Zoo offers different programs for students of various grade levels. Camp Zoo’s new kindergarten camp, HOWL Heros, explores animal classifications, adaptations and habitats. Connect outdoors through play and learn how to “help out wild life (HOWL).” All campers meet animals up-close, play in our splash pads and have opportunities to collaborate with other campers through different activities each day. For Grades 1 and 2, “Build a Wild Habitat” explores animals around the world and identifies what they need to survive in the wild. Grades 3 and 4 engage in “Build a Zoo Habitat,” where they learn about the important roles both people and animals play in the zoo’s operations. For Grades 5 and 6, “Conservation Designers” introduces students to the global conservation work of the Phoenix Zoo and emphasizes how everyone can contribute to wildlife conservation efforts. Seventh and eighth graders will partner with Horse Hands to focus on horsemanship, nature conservation, and leadership development. Campers will spend mornings working with Equine Keepers to care for horses, learning to groom, saddle, and ride by the end of the week. Afternoons will be dedicated to nature conservation, teamwork, and leadership skills. COOKING WHISKED AWAY whiskedaway.net Location: 4823 E. Mulberry Dr., Phoenix Ages: 4-12+ Time: Ages 4-7, 3-4:30 p.m.; ages 8-11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; ages 12+ 2-5 p.m. Dates: May 26-June 18 Fee: Ages 4-7 $220; ages 8-12+ $360 Whisked Away is a small cooking school run by Arcadian Maggie Norris, who is a graduate of the Scottsdale Culinary Institute. Her background includes a stint at the Food Network in New York, where she worked with celebrity chefs like Mario Batali and Emeril Lagasse. Each camp includes lessons on kitchen safety, table manners, table setting, basic nutrition and lots of cooking and baking. Campers will learn at least four recipes each day. Sessions are currently on a wait list, so get your campers registered right away! PAULA JACQUELINE CAKES & PASTRIES paulajacqueline.com Location: 4151 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale Ages: 5+ depending on the class Time: Sessions from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-5 p.m. Dates: May 26-July 27 Fee: Starting at $375 for four days Paula Jacqueline offers three classes for mini-bakers. Petite Bakers Extravaganza is for kids aged 5-7. Campers will spend the week making yummy desserts and treats while learning core culinary and kitchen skills – but sign up fast, as these dates sell out quick! Totally Tiered is for ages eight and up. Class begins with sketching the cake of the camper’s dreams to go on the inspiration board. Then, bakers learn how to bake the perfect cake, including how to make buttercream and fondant, culminating in creating their cakes. Other camp and class themes include assorted dessert baking camp, breakfast time and Christmas in July. For the serious bakers, there’s the eighth annual Cake Competition. This year campers will have to create a two-tier (minimum) cake and let their imaginations be their guide. Each competitor must complete at least one week of Totally Tiered to qualify for the competition. MUSIC & THEATRE SCHOOL OF ROCK SCOTTSDALE schoolofrock.com Location: 2805 E. Indian School Road Ages: 7-18 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dates: May 26-July 24 Fee: $360-$595 School of Rock offers music camps throughout the summer, focused on every genre imaginable: classic rock, punk rock, pop hits, and pop legends. Here are a few examples:

45 SUMMER ’26 Camp ROUNDUP ROOKIE CAMP Five to 7-year-old beginners will learn about different rock instruments and begin their introduction to music theory and appreciation. This five-day camp runs Monday through Friday with a performance at the end of the last day. TAYLOR SWIFT VS. PARAMORE CAMP Throughout the four days of this music camp, students will learn songs from all stages of Taylor’s career while also exploring emo legend Paramore, culminating in a live performance. This camp features opportunities for vocalists and instrumentalists. Great for musicians 8-18. BEST OF THE 90S Campers will perform hits from artists like Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Weezer, and more. Monday through Friday will be spent learning and practicing songs. Great for students 8-18 who have played their instrument for at least a year. ROCK 101 This camp is designed for beginners ages 7-12. Students will explore instruments through games and activities and learn songs by artists like the White Stripes, Green Day and Imagine Dragons. Camp ends with a concert for family and friends. PHOENIX CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC pcmrocks.org Location: 1316 E. Cheery Lynn Road, Phoenix Ages: 3-18 Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 12:30-3:30 p.m. for ages 3-9; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for ages 7-18 Dates: June 8-July 20 Fee: Starts at $250 per camper PCM’s camps for younger musicians focus on various musical genres, such as Music FUNdamentals, Ukulele & Percussion, Songwriting and Voice Camps and more. These include games and activities for attendees. For ages 9-13, PCM offers Summer Workshops, which are full-day classes where students can learn and play the guitar and piano, as well as learn about songwriting and audio production. Summer Intensives are for ages 14- 18 and focus on audio production, rehearsals, peer collaboration, learning song form, rap and beat making, and performing on stage. Students will discuss different music styles, genres, techniques, and theories while discovering and playing music with peers. Camps may end with a performance for friends and family. PHOENIX THEATRE COMPANY phoenixtheatre.com Location: 1825 N. Central Ave., Phoenix Ages: 7-17 Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dates: May 2-July 24 Fee: $200 per week for half days, $325 for full day Phoenix Theatre Company offers various programs. Little Playmakers, for ages 4-6, focuses on a new theme each week as classes create an original mini-musical revue. Campers move, dance and sing to classics like Zootopia, Blue y and The Lorax . In the Musical Theatre camps (ages 7-9, 10-12, 13-17), attendees create a different revue each week based on popular musicals and contemporary hits. Throughout the week a new show is rehearsed featuring music, choreography, and scene work. The show is polished for a performance on Friday which friends and family can attend in person. Master Classes, for ages 7-17, include Camera Ready, where campers learn the skills needed to be successful in the performing arts: improvisation, public speaking, body language, memorization techniques, and more; or Pitch Perfect, in which campers become a vocal group and learn vocal technique, riffing, show choir style dance, and how to sing a cappella. SPORTS CACTUS DAY CAMP cactusdaycamp.com Location: 6050 N. Invergordon Road, Paradise Valley Ages: 4-13 Time: Full day is 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Dates: June 1-July 24 Fee: $1,525 for each camper for 10 days Cactus Day Camp offers a plethora of sports, including archery, swimming, gaga, team sports, tumbling, a rock wall, gymnastics, karate, soccer – even calm activities like yoga. There are also daily crafts, dance parties, model rocketry, mini golf, cooking, board games, water slide, a foam pit and more. Daily pep rallies and camper’s choice activities, plus special events to finish off each week happen at Cactus Day. NIKE BASKETBALL AND MULTI-SPORT CAMPS ussportscamps.com Locations: 735 E. Fillmore St., Phoenix and 22500 N. Aviano Way, Phoenix Ages: 7-17 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Dates: Multiple weeklong sessions offered in June and July Fee: Start at $329 per week Nike basketball camp focuses on improving core fundamentals like shooting, ball handling, defense and team play. Campers work through skill drills, coached scrimmages and competitive games designed to help players build confidence and sharpen their basketball IQ in a fun, high-energy environment led by experienced coaches. Nike Basketball Factory Scoring Camp is designed for players who want to become more effective with their offensive threats and focuses on scoring techniques, shot creation and offensive footwork. Through drills, competitions and gameplay, athletes learn how to create space, attack the basket and develop a stronger overall scoring mindset. Nike Multi-Sport Camp is perfect for kids who want to try a little bit of everything. This camp introduces young athletes to basketball, soccer, dodgeball and swimming. The focus is on teamwork, coordination and fun. YOUTH & TEEN SUMMER CAMPS AVAILABLE AGES 6-18 MAY 26 - AUGUST 7, 2026 3720 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480. 990. 1422 I 800. 333. 5707 scottsdaleartschool.org