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SUMMER CAMPS ACTIVITIES Try something new this summer For a list of camps and activities scan the QR code or visit www southernidahokids com summer mc Enpointe 1 4 Page Vertical SUMMER DANCE CAMP July 2 3 9 10 11 Contact Christa Matthews 133 East 23rd Dr in Burley 208 431 6702 Campbell 1 4 Page Vertical Summer 2024 3
HIKING TRAIL GUIDE Hikes and Walks in the Mini Cassia 1 Thompson Flats Trail Albion Enjoy this 2 7 mile out and back trail near Albion Idaho Generally considered a moderately challenging route it takes an average of 1 hr 10 min to complete Rating Moderate 2 Independence Lakes Albion Enjoy this 7 7 mile out and back trail near Albion Idaho Generally considered a moderately challenging route it takes an average of 3 hr 57 min to complete This is a popular trail for backpacking birding and hiking but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day Rating Moderate 3 Bennet Spring Albion Head out on this 3 2 mile out and back trail near Albion Idaho Generally considered a moderately challenging route it takes an average of 1 hr 41 min to complete This trail is great for birding camping and hiking The best times to visit this trail are June through August Rating Moderate 4 Lake Walcott Trail Rupert Enjoy this 9 1 mile out and back trail near Rupert Idaho Generally considered an easy route This trail is great for hiking Rating Easy 5 Burley Snake River Trail Burley Enjoy this 2 5 mile out and back trail near Burley Idaho Generally considered an easy route it takes an average of 44 min to complete This trail is great for running and walking Rating Easy Gemstone 1 4 Page Vertical EXPIRES 8 31 24 Munchkin 1 4 Page Vertical 4 www southernidahokids com
HIKING TRAIL GUIDE 10 TIPS FOR HIKING WITH KIDS 1 PLAN FOR EXTRA TIME 2 DRESS IN LAYERS 3 PLAN FREQUENT STOPS 4 KEEP IT EASY 5 PICK A LEADER AND ROTATE OFTEN 6 MAKE IT FUN 7 BRING WATER AND SNACKS 8 HIKE OFTEN 9 SING SONGS 10 PLAY GAMES LIKE EYE SPY Canyon Foot 1 4 Page Vertical CSI 1 4 PageInclude Stem Olympics Science WorkShops Vertical C king Latin dance for T NS and kids crafts 208 678 1400 https communityed csi edu Summer 2024 5
SCIENCE SPOT STEM While The Sun Shines Summer is a great time of year to spend outside with your family The long days the flexible schedules and the warm weather are perfect ingredients to explore nature and jump into new experiences Here are a few simple suggestions that helps our family has done to create fun memories each summer Gardening is a great way to grow your own food and flowers But if planting a big garden is not practical for your family purchase a packet of mammoth sunflower seeds Choose a sunny spot in the yard to plant the seeds Mammoth sunflowers grow quickly and by the time kids are back to school in August the flowers will tower over them If you want to add a little engineering to your flower display make a sunflower house Prepare an open space in a sunny corner of the yard and plant the seeds in a rectangular shape By mid summer you can train the sunflower stalks to create a magical house that keeps growing Making bubble solution is a simple and easy way to experiment with formulas and tools used to make the largest bubbles Try different ingredients like glycerin and dish soap and provide a range of kitchen gadgets for kids to play with Summer birthdays are the perfect time to make ice cream in a bag With a few ingredients and some rock salt kids can dance with their bags until the tasty treat is ready Rookie mistake warning don t dump the ice water on the grass when this activity is done The salt will kill the grass I learned that the hard way One tradition I am looking forward to is Grandma Camp Although our grandchildren are still in the toddler stage I hope to spend a few days with them Burley Kids Dental 1 2 Page Horizontal 6 www southernidahokids com
SCIENCE SPOT BUBBLES GARDENING HOMEMADE ICE CREAM PLAY DOH doing pre school science experiments One of my favorite kitchen labs is Kool Aid playdough Once I learned how to make this homemade option I never bought the yellow tubs again This dough smells great doesn t stain lasts for weeks in the refrigerator and is non toxic Kids can help make the dough When they get older I will teach them basic circuitry with LED lights For inspiration you can learn more here www squishycircuits com There are many summer camps and classes you can register your kids to participate in and I hope that our community continues to offer a range of opportunities that are accessible affordable and enjoyable for all ages But kids don t have to be in a 4 H club or go to CSI STEM Olympics to learn during the summer months As they spend time with siblings neighbors cousins and friends they will experience the summer season by creating memories outside Summer is a great season for STEM Amy Christopherson Director CSI Mini Cassia Center and Idaho Science Mom MARK YOUR CALENDAR COME JOIN US FOR OUR BASH SURMiveMr VaElleRy 1 2 Page Horizontal WEDNESDAY AT RIVER VALLEY AUG 14TH ORTHODONTICS 12 3 RIGHT AFTER THE PARADE Free Food Games Activities Prizes 1365 E Main St Burley Summer 2024 7
CALENDAR OF EVENTS MONDAYS Community Group for New Moms 9 00 AM 10 00 AM Munckin Playground Heyburn Bring your babies up to six months for free The regular rate applies to older siblings that come along to play TUESDAYS Telescope Tuesday 6 15 PM 9 00 PM Herrett Center CSI Campus Twin Falls Explore with telescopes at the Centennial Observatory weather permitting THURSDAYS Toddler Time 9 00 AM Munchkin Playland Heyburn Come let your toddlers explore 5 toddler around ages 1 2 FRIDAY May 31 Free Zoo Day 10 00 AM 4 00 PM Zoo Idaho Pocatello The zoo has more than 100 animals representing about 40 different species It is one of two zoos in the United States specializing in animals native to the Intermountain West FRIDAY May 31 Touch A Truck 10 00 AM 4 00 PM Burley High School Parking Lot An evening for families with food fun raffles prizes and a lot of BIG trucks Come see touch and learn about big trucks and machinery and the jobs done with them Event entry is FREE to the public SATURDAY SUNDAY June 1 2 Mini Cassia Auto Collectors 38th Annual Classics On The Grass Cassia County Fairgrounds Bring the family to see Southern Idaho s Longest Running Car Show SATURDAY June 1 Spirit of Magic Valley Run 8 00 AM 11 00 AM Shoshone Falls Park Twin Falls Start time 8 00 AM for half 5k and 10k The kid s obstacle course will start at 8 30 AM TUESDAY June 4 July 16 Oakley Library Summer Reading Program Oakley Library The Oakley Library provides a summer reading program for all children pre school age through graduated sixth graders This program includes activities and story hours as well as incentives to continue reading throughout the summer WEDNESDAY June 5 12 26 Make It At The Park 12 00 PM 1 00 PM Storybook Park Burley Enjoy some fun activities at the park hosted by the Burley Public Library For ages 5 Southern Idaho Renaissance 1 8 Page Horizontal Lorraine s Daycare 1 8 Page 2 0H8 o 6ri7zo8n 1ta0l1 1 8 www southernidahokids com
CALENDAR OF EVENTS THURSDAY June 6 13 20 27 Activities at the Park 10 00 AM 11 00 AM Storybook Park Burley Enjoy fun activities at the park hosted by different community organizations each week All ages welcome THURSDAY June 6 13 20 27 Summer Reading Program 12 00 PM 1 00 PM Lincoln Park Rupert Hosted by DeMary Public Library FRIDAYS June 7 14 21 28 Movies Popcorn 1 00 PM 4 00 PM Burley Public Library New movie each week all ages welcome SATURDAY June 8 Magic Valley Kid Market 10 00 AM 1 00 PM The Shanty Bell Burley Come support the entrepreneurs of our community Kids ages 5 16 years old will create a business idea and set up a vendor market that is open and FREE to the public If your child is interested in running a booth see registration information at www mvkidmarket com SATURDAY June 8 2nd Annual Butterfly Release 11 00 AM 3 00 PM 516 6th St Rupert Ticket includes paint instruction with all supplies one adult drink or kid friendly beverage snacks plant and butterflies to release SATURDAY June 8 Free Barbeque 11 00 AM 3 00 PM Fremont Plaza Rupert Free hot dogs hamburgers and raffle prizes SATURDAY June 8 Monster Truck Insanity 4 00 PM 9 00 PM Cassia County Fairground Don t miss these awesome trucks compete in tailgate dragging style racing and high flying mudflinging freestyle Get your tickets at www burleymonstertrucks com TUESDAY June 11 18 25 Summer STEM 12 00 PM 1 00 PM Neptune Park Rupert Enjoy some summer STEM activities Hosted by DeMary Public Library All ages welcome THURSDAY June 13 The Science of Cookies and Ice Cream 1 00 PM 3 30 PM CSI Mini Cassia Center Learn to make delicious ice cream and cookies at home using simple ingredients and different flavor combinations For ages 8 Registration is required 20 person L1u l8u PBaeg22lleaO00F F 1259 OVERLAND AVE HorizontaOl FF 1259 IONVBEURLRALENYD AVE OF ONE ITEM Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions IN BURLEY Cannot be combined with any other coupons or promotions Studio Enso 1 8 Page Horizontal Summer 2024 9
CALENDAR OF EVENTS THURSDAYS June 27 July 11 25 August 8 22 Burley Farmers Market 4 00 PM 8 00 PM Southern Lawn Fairgrounds Fresh locally grown produce flowers baked breads food trucks and crafts EBT AND SNAP accepted SATURDAY THURSDAY June 29 July 4 Rupert 4th of July Celebration Rupert City Square July 29th Breakfast bike race music car show fireworks June 30th Patriotic program July 1st Music mutton busting July 2nd Music and food booths July 3rd Music and food booths July 4th Parade 11 00 AM Event schedule details www rupert4th com calendar html SATURDAY June 29 Burley Truck Tractor Pulls 6 00 PM 9 00 PM Cassia County Fairgrounds Cheer on some high powered trucks and trailers as they put on a show SATURDAY July 6 Freedom Boat Parade 2 00 PM 5 00 PM The Boathouse Burley Enjoy a day of celebration with a boat parade There will be the National Anthem a Scouts flag ceremony a boat send off food and a live band FRIDAY July 26 Spudman Tater Tot Trot 6 15 PM 7 15 PM River s Edge Golf Club Burley A kid s un timed race for ages 12 and under Course is less than a mile Cost is 8 athlete Register at https spudmantatertottrot eventbrite com The Spudman race will be the next day Saturday July 27 Clark Oral 1 4 Page Vertical We are passionately committed to improving the lives of our patients by combining clinical excellence with cutting edge technology In our office we love getting to know our patients and take a sincere interest in their well being Give us a call for your oral maxillofacial needs We have two locations to conveniently serve you Burley 208 831 2901 Twin Falls 208 831 2900 MV Kid Market 1 4 Page Vertical 10 w w w s o u t h e r n i d a h o k i d s c o m
CALENDAR OF EVENTS SATURDAY July 27 Spudman Tater Tot Trot 6 15 PM 7 15 PM River s Edge Golf Club Burley A kid s un timed race for ages 12 and under Course is less than a mile SATURDAY SATURDAY August 10 17 Cassia County Fair Rodeo Cassia County Fairgrounds Rodeo and livestock shows carnival rides and exhibits featuring displays from farm garden and home skills For a schedule of events go to www cassiacountyfair com SATURDAY August 10 Parmalee Concert at the Cassia County Fair 8 00 PM 10 30 PM Cassia County Fairgrounds Doors open at 6 30 PM and the concert starts at 8 00 PM For tickets go to www cassiacountyfair com WEDNESDAY August 14 Summer Bash 12 00 PM 3 00 PM River Valley Orthodontics Come for a free afternoon of giveaways games and carnival food FRIDAY SATURDAY August 30 31 Southern Idaho Renaissance Faire 12 00 PM 7 00 PM Friday 10 00 AM 7 00 PM Saturday Burley Fairgrounds Be educated and entertained through renaissance performances and demonstrations Kids 6 and under get in free with the coupon on page 8 SCAN ME FOR THE ONLINE CALENDAR RIDE INTO F OTRoyT HtoEwB nE S T A N1RD 4I SD CPE O aOOgNTeE R SVE LeErtCicT IaOlN 1236 Blue Lakes Blvd N Twin Falls Aim High 1 4 Page Vertical NOW SERVING THE MINI CASSIA AREA CALL FOR A FREE QUOTE 208 329 4037 www aimhighpainting com 11 S u m m e r 2 0 2 4
BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS Preschool Pete the Cat Goes Camping by James and Kimberly Dean In this cute early reader book Pete and his family go camping It s Pete s first time and he learns how to fish make s mores and enjoy all the camping activities However when Bob tells him about a creature called Bigfoot Pete becomes scared Pete s mom and dad tell him not to worry but being out in the woods at night with strange noises all around Pete starts to wonder Is Bigfoot nice or scary 4th 6th grade Katt vs Dogg by James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein A tail as old as time dogs versus cats Who is better Molly and Oscar are opposites in every way but when they both get lost in the woods while their families are out camping they must put their cat and dog differences aside and work together so they can get home Besides surviving in the woods can they also learn to be friends too Grab this cute and engaging illustrated chapter book to find out K 3rd grade A Campfire Tail by Sarah Glenn Marsh Dragon is so excited to go to summer camp but nervous since he s never been before At camp a young girl takes him under her wing as her camp buddy to show him the ropes Unfortunately the more Dragon tries to do well at camp activities the more he messes up The other campers don t want anything to do with him or his buddy Even his buddy starts to get angry with him Can poor Dragon make amends before the summer camp ends 7TH GRADE Camp by Kayla Miller Book number two in the Click series Olive and Willow are going to summer camp and they plan to make the most of it But when Olive starts making friends and getting along with the other campers easier than her friend Willow it starts to create a rift in their own friendship Can the two of them survive the summer and will their friendship endure RECOMMENDATIONS FROM BURLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY GIVE YOUR MARKETING A Boost 208 Grill 1 4 Page Vertical 2359 Overland Ave in Burley the 208 grill com xxx 1 4 Page Vertical ADVERTISE WITH US To learn more visit www southernidahokids com advertise 12 w w w s o u t h e r n i d a h o k i d s c o m
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sponsored by HEALTH WELLNESS HEALTHYHABITS Situational Awareness During the Summer With summer approaching it is a great time to create situational awareness habits to protect your children as they play outdoors and interact with strangers Situational awareness means you are always aware of your surroundings and have your head on a swivel For example you re walking down the hallway at school you see a person with questionable behavior As they get closer you notice they do not have a visitor pass What do you do We encourage you to listen to your inner voice trust your instincts and report that person to staff immediately Another example your smoke detectors activate while you re asleep at home Having an escape plan and practicing that escape plan is a form of situational awareness A typical child abductor may use verbal ploys by directing or demanding the child to come to them engaging in conversation with a child or impersonating someone such as a trusted family friend medical professional or police officer They often offer food candy or drinks and ask children to help locate something often an animal A few opportunities to put Situational Awareness into practice this summer include 1 Trust your instincts If you see something say something Pay attention to your gut feelings or any suspicious behavior from individuals around your child If something feels off remove your child from the situation and report any concerns to the appropriate authorities 2 Teach stranger awareness Educate your child about the concept of strangers and the importance of not talking to or accepting anything without your permission It is important to teach children that an adult would never ask a child for help directions lost pet etc 3 Keep your head on a swivel and always be looking Keep your child within your line of sight when they are playing or moving around in public areas Avoid distractions like phone usage that may hinder your ability to monitor their activities 4 Always be prepared Have an escape plan for any situation Randy Hall Emergency Manager St Luke s Sponsored by 15 S u m m e r 2 0 2 4
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