NEW! Fine Arts Camp
(2 weeks) Ages 13–16
Campers in this specialty arts program will learn the different languages of art! Spend a couple days exploring several different art forms—everything from music to drumming, dance arts, photography, a variety of art mediums and theatre.  Take a glance behind the scenes at local art galleries and take a trip to the Colorado Shakespeare Festival!

NEW! Performance Juggling Camp
(1 week) Ages 11–14
By popular demand, Camp Shady Brook is bringing juggling in for a whole week of entertainment!  Participants will learn accelerated juggling techniques, enjoy an introduction to the unicycle, and have fun with simple ground acrobatics!  No experience is necessary for this fun-filled week.

Drama Camp
(1 week) Ages 11–13
Lights, camera, action! Join us for a week of grand performances as campers are introduced to stage techniques through songs, skits, and theatre games. Campers will spend afternoons enjoying traditional camp activities and “all camp” games.  A final performance will be showcased for parents and peers on closing night.

Art Camp
(1 week) Ages 8–11
Everyone can be an artist!  Learn some of the basics including sketching, color values, and painting techniques.  Artists will have the chance to showcase their works of art at an end-of-the-week art show and award ceremony.
 
Advanced Art Camp
(1 week) Ages 11–14
Join a professional artist for a full week of design and exploration.  Try out different mediums such as oil, acrylics, sculpture, clay and photography.  Camp Shady Brook artists will organize and design an art show for parents available for viewing on the final night, and campers will have the opportunity to show their work at Woodland Park Arts Alliance in the fall. 

Campers registered for art programs will have the opportunity to enjoy traditional camp activities every afternoon.

Horsemasters Program

Horsemasters Jr.
(1 week) Ages 9–11
Young campers with little to no horse experience will receive an excellent introduction to horseback riding in Horsemasters Jr. Campers will spend the mornings learning horse safety, grooming, riding techniques, and participate in trail rides. Afternoons will be spent in traditional camp activities. 

Horsemasters
(1 week) Ages 11–14
For campers with some riding experience, the Horsemasters program will provide an opportunity to develop riding techniques, share stable responsibilities, enjoy lunch rides up the canyon, and more. Afternoons will be spent in traditional camp activities.

Advanced Horsemasters
(1 week) Ages 13–16
Campers who have experience riding through Horsemasters or elsewhere will have an opportunity to take full responsibility for their horses’, stables, tack and grooming. In addition to mastering riding skills, campers will enjoy an overnight pack ride and more! Limited time in the afternoons will be spent in traditional activities.

Leadership/Teens

Rock & Roll (1 week) Ages 15–17
Rock & Roll Jr. (1 week) Ages 12–14
The Rock & Roll adventure begins with campers spending their first night at the high ropes course and preparing to pack out. As a team, campers will learn the basics of rock climbing and rappelling. The next journey is a two-day whitewater rafting trip with a professional rafting company. This is a great program for campers seeking fun, excitement and personal growth.

Leadership Development Program*
(2 weeks) Ages 13–15
This is a great opportunity for maturing campers who want to develop positive leadership skills.  Through our ropes course, climbing wall, and group initiatives, (including a two-day campout) campers will learn and develop specific skills that will help them become stronger and more confident leaders.  Teens then get to utilize those skills throughout camp by leading activities for younger age groups, and taking leadership roles in cabins and throughout camp. 

Counselor in Training*
(4 weeks) Ages 16–17
Show ‘em how it’s done! Participate in a full training program, run an evening activity, lead a camp steward project, and have a great time with friends! Teens will be placed in cabins during their third and fourth weeks of camp to assist as CIT’s. They will complete a full evaluation as well as graduation from the program prior to departure from camp.  This program is excellent for teens wishing to work in a camp setting, but does not guarantee future employment.

*Volunteer hours are available for portions of our leadership programs.  Hours are based on performance and program schedule.  Teens in these programs are expected to serve as role models.  Please contact the registration office for more information 719.329.7266.

Note: The programs above require a degree of maturity and the ability and desire to be accountable for ones actions. Though all programs are supervised by Camp Shady Brook staff, campers in the following programs are often placed in positions of responsibility for others physical or emotional safety. If you feel that your camper may have challenges in the situations described above, these programs may not be suitable for them.  Camp Shady Brook Staff reserve the right to re-assign campers to more appropriate programs if available. If not available, campers may be sent home.