Dates Set for Summer's Family Residence Sessions
Both young people and families can explore the
fascinating world of flight as the nation's longest-running
aviation camp, the EAA Air Academy, presents a complete schedule of
residence programs during summer 2003.
This year's program schedule will begin on June 21 and end on
September 1. The individual camps range from three to nine days in
length and are designed for youth ages 12-18 -- and adults.
Five distinct programs are offered at the EAA Air Academy. Three
are designed specifically for young people: The Primary Aviation
Fun Camp for 12- and 13-year-olds; Intermediate Aviation Experience
Camp for those 14 and 15 years old; and the Advanced Aviation
Leadership Camp for ages 16-18. In addition, a Family Fun
Flight Camp is scheduled for July 3-6 and a First Flight Camp for
youth and adults will have two sessions in August. All
sessions are based at the EAA Aviation Center and the new Air
Academy Lodge in Oshkosh.
"Since
1984, the EAA Air Academy has hosted thousands of young people from
around the world, launching them on their own voyages of
self-discovery and aviation adventure," said Chuck Larsen (right),
Executive Director of Residence Education for the EAA Aviation
Foundation. "Each participant will learn that the sky is not
the limit - it's a beginning for aviation fun, adventure,
friendship and knowledge."
The EAA Air Academy programs, which are accredited by the
American Camping Association (ACA), are staffed with instructors
with more than 180 years of experience at the Air Academy and more
than 225 combined years of teaching and counseling
background. The Air Academy's mission is to provide a fun
aviation learning experience and develop bonds with other young
aviation enthusiasts.
This year's Air Academy programs specifically for youth
include:
Primary Aviation Fun Camp (June 21-25 or June
27-July 1). Designed for ages 12-13, this introduction to the world
of aviation is fast-paced with plenty of hands-on activities. It
also includes ample recreation time, including the Air Academy
Lodge Challenge Course.
Intermediate Aviation Experience Camp (July
8-13 or July 15-20). These sessions for 14- and 15-year-olds
include workshop activities and "in the air" experiences.
Science and technology come together to expand a young person's
horizons and raise new possibilities for their future.
Advanced Aviation Leadership Camp (July 22-31
or August 2-11). The original Air Academy program for young people
ages 16-18, these sessions provide a first-hand experience in
recreational aviation on the ground and in the air, designed to
enhance the participant's leadership skills as well as their love
of flight. Includes participation at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh.
In addition, adults and families can enjoy two additional
offerings:
First
Flights Camp (August 6-14 or August 17-25). Designed for
ages 15-18 as well as adults, the camp focuses on successfully
completing Private Pilot ground school, as well as up to eight
hours of dual flight training.
Family Fun Flight Camp (July 3-6). An
introduction to the world of aviation, this family-oriented
hands-on program presents the basics of flight and aeronautic
concepts in a "science camp" format that is a unique combination of
fun and discovery for aviation enthusiasts of all ages. A wide
variety of activities are offered to suit the interests of the
whole family over the Fourth of July holiday.