Campus Connection

[caption id="attachment_12881" align="alignright" width="500" caption="waters balloons and Frisbees were just a few of the tools used to keep kids moving last summer at UW-L’s Summer Youth Sports and Fitness Camp."][/caption] Area kids can have fun and realize the benefits of living a physically active lifestyle this summer. A UW-La Crosse Youth Sports and Fitness Camp Aug. 6-8 is designed to teach kids concepts such as sportsmanship, teamwork, nutrition and fitness. The camp, for children ages 5-12, is from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mitchell Hall on the UW-L campus. Campers are supervised at all times. Activities may include:

• Basketball, football, volleyball

• Kickball, soccer, whiffleball

• Pickleball, ultimate frisbee

• Parachute activities

• Free time to play many fun games

The camp is $25 per day. Campers may sign up for one day or multiple days and must provide their own snacks and lunch. The registration deadline is July 27. If registering after July 27, call 608.785.8676 to check for availability. Walk-ins may be accepted depending on space. Register or learn more about the camp online or call Brian Udermann, camp director, at 608.785.8181. Drop-off is from 8-9 a.m. and pickup is from 4-5 p.m. daily. To register a child with a physical disability or other special needs contact Lori Petersen at 608.785.8186. If you go— What: UW-La Crosse Youth Sports and Fitness Camp Where: Mitchell Hall, UW-L When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 6-8 Cost: $25 per day