Adventure Camp Adventure Camp Crowders Ridge 130 Camp Rotary Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 704-915-1096 Adventures Out There Go on an Adventure with your group! Book a week of Adventure Camp with your small group, church group, or just a group of friends! Perfect for small-scale groups looking for an authentic and high-quality experience! Email noah@crowderscamps.com for more information. 6th - 12th graders 2025 Dates June 16 - June 19 June 23 - June 26 July 7 - July 10 July 14 - July 17 LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Dynamic Earth Dynamic Earth Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 View the Earth from space! Explore the inner workings of Earth’s climate, following a trail of energy that flows from our Sun into the interconnected systems that create our weather systems. Ride on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of the hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and whales, and fly into fiery volcanoes. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Survival Camp 101 Survival Camp 101 Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Survival Camp 101 Campers will learn skills for survival in the outdoors including first aid, hiking, venomous plant and animal identification, and more.  After camp, they will feel more comfortable in the outdoors and grow a new appreciation of the wild world around them. Our professional instructors provide summer campers with top-level lessons and materials to learn with, while maintaining a supportive and fun environment in the outdoors. Give your young adventurers a reason to unplug and advance their skills this summer! Survival 201 Camp will have some similar information to this camp, but contains new topics and activities. Campers are welcome to sign up for both camps if interested. July 14-18 | Ages 10-14 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Paddling Camp Paddling Camp Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 In partnership with the Catawba Riverkeeper, Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden campers will spend five days learning skills from beginner to intermediate while exploring different locations on the South Fork and/or Catawba River in Gaston County.    Whether you are a true beginner or have experience on the water, we have something that will keep campers active, busy, and having fun! Paddling programs at DSBG build confidence, new skills, and education about their water resources and the environment and will create memories that your kids will remember for their entire lives! June 23-27 | Ages 12-15 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Worlds Beyond Earth Worlds Beyond Earth Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 Planetarium show of Worlds Beyond Earth showing weekly at the Schiele. For the first time, we have the technology to capture the Universe in incredible detail. This exciting look into cutting-edge astronomy explores the universe far beyond our human senses. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Habitat Hunter Camp Habitat Hunter Camp Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Using exploration, inquiry, critical thinking, and related STEAM activities, campers will explore and deepen the connections we share with our forest habitat. Campers will be outside rain or shine with hands-on, engaging activities led by our Education staff and camp counselors. June 16 – 20 | Ages 10-12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Our Enchanted Garden Our Enchanted Garden Daniel Stowe Conservancy 6500 S New Hope Rd, Belmont, NC 28012, USA 704-825-4490 Our Enchanted Garden Camp Campers will explore and experience the unique magic of our garden environment through nature discovery, games, crafts, and puppet storytelling. They may even catch a glimpse of a garden fairy or a gnome. This half-day camp is perfect to get your little ones outside and exploring without the exhaustion of a full-day camp, and while taking advantage of the cooler morning hours of July. July 7-11 | Ages 6-8. | 9 a.m.-Noon LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Atlas of a Changing World Atlas of a Changing World Schiele Museum 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-866-6900 The effects of global climate change are being felt across the globe. Dive into the dynamic processes causing coastal glaciers in Greenland and Antarctica to melt, and explore how rising seas could threaten coastlines worldwide. See striking new 360-degree images produced by satellites and supercomputers, revealing Earth in a degree of precise detail scarcely imagined a generation ago. Showing Daily LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Summer Camp Sign Up Summer Camp Sign Up Warlick YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA 704-830-9622 Summer Day Camp at the Gaston County Family YMCA offers fun and growth for rising Kindergarten through 9th graders at three locations, running from May 27 to August 8, 2025. Welcome to the YMCA Summer Camp! We're excited to offer an unforgettable summer experience for children throughout Gaston County. Our program provides a safe and fun environment where kids can learn, grow, and explore. Our counselors are dedicated to ensuring that every child feels welcome, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. The Y’s day camp program is so much more than fun and play. Through a holistic approach to youth development, all camp activities focus on the social, emotional, cognitive, or physical growth that children need as they develop. Our weekly activities spark creativity, inspire curiosity, and promote learning through fun, interactive experiences. Learn more about each location and register today! Stowe Family YMCA 196 YMCA Dr. Belmont, NC 28012 Warlick Family YMCA 2221 Robinwood Rd. Gastonia, NC 28054 Cherryville Family YMCA 215 North Mountain St. Cherryville, NC 28021 Learn more and sign up today! https://gastonymca.org/summer-camp-y LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING Kids Bowl Free Summer Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Sport Shot Singles No Commit League Liberty Lanes LEARN MORE Blast from the Past Summer Camp Dallas Park LEARN MORE Free Summer Lunch Harold Rankin Park LEARN MORE

Kindergarten Camp Kindergarten Camp Crowders Ridge 130 Camp Rotary Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 704-915-1096 Kindergartners Can Camp Too! The Best Activities to Meet your child’s needs as he/she prepares for the transition to Kindergarten. Kindergarten requires more time sitting at a table with a focus on letters, numbers, and handwriting. Many have social anxiety transitioning to a more structured environment. Our camp will support your Kindergartener, providing them with social/emotional support and the opportunity to develop the necessary skills and confidence needed for the upcoming school year. We provide a secure and safe environment, with trained certified leaders. Our Kindergarten Camp is located minutes from Charlotte NC at the base of Crowders Mountain. Campers must be independent and be able to use the restroom on their own. 2025 Dates Tuesday, June 3rd Friday, June 6th Tuesday, June 10th Friday, June 13th Tuesday, June 17th Friday, June 20th Tuesday, June 24th Friday, June 27th Tuesday, July 8th Friday, July 11th Tuesday, July 15th Friday, July 18th Tuesday, July 22nd Friday, July 25th Tuesday, July 29th Friday, August 1st Kindergarten Camp is held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING April Prie Fixe Barristers LEARN MORE Beer & Brunch Durty Bull Brewery LEARN MORE Gaston County Art Guid: A Natural View Daniel Stowe Conservancy LEARN MORE Mount Holly Farmer's Market Mount Holly Farmers Market LEARN MORE

Wandern Run Club Wandern Run Club Keepsake Brewery 211 Columbia Street, Gastonia, NC, USA Join us every Thursday at 6:30 PM to get conditioned for a 5K We will meet at Keepsake Brewery and have a drink afterwards. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING April Prie Fixe Barristers LEARN MORE Beer & Brunch Durty Bull Brewery LEARN MORE Gaston County Art Guid: A Natural View Daniel Stowe Conservancy LEARN MORE Mount Holly Farmer's Market Mount Holly Farmers Market LEARN MORE

Retreats Retreats Crowders Ridge 130 Camp Rotary Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA 704-915-1096 Hang out at our place! Every retreat helps build connections between campers, grows their faith and leadership, and builds stronger communities that are ready to change the world back home. Every retreat at Crowders enjoys welcoming meeting spaces, clean and comfortable lodging, and outdoor spaces for your group to play and relax. Your group will love Downtown - complete with gaga ball, basketball, volleyball, Cappuccinos, and snacks at the camp store. The Rec field and campfires are also a part of every retreat package. Looking for more adventure? Upgrade your package and add on high ropes, paintball, the waterfront, and more! Email justin@crowderscamps.com or call 704-915-1096 for pricing and more info. LEARN MORE For more information, click the LEARN MORE button above (if provided) or reach out to the venue/host directly. FIND IT ALSO WORTH SEEING April Prie Fixe Barristers LEARN MORE Beer & Brunch Durty Bull Brewery LEARN MORE Gaston County Art Guid: A Natural View Daniel Stowe Conservancy LEARN MORE Mount Holly Farmer's Market Mount Holly Farmers Market LEARN MORE