🟦 Blue Moose Camps

More Than Just a Summer Camp

Blue Moose offers year-round programs designed to keep kids active, confident, creative, and connected. From summer camps to school-year programs, special events, and parties, every Blue Moose experience is built around movement, fun, and community.

☀️ Summer Camps

June • July • August

Blue Moose summer programs are available for incoming 1st–6th graders (some programs extend through 7th grade). Campers are grouped by age, and all activities are adapted to meet kids where they are developmentally.

🏕️ Blue Moose Adventures

Like PE Class in the Summer

Blue Moose Adventures is our signature multi-activity camp, designed for kids who love variety, movement, and play.

Each day is filled with:

  • Big group games

  • Outdoor adventures

  • Water days

  • Creative challenges

  • Teamwork and cooperative play

  • Inflatables and surprise theme days

This is a screen-free, pressure-free environment where every child can participate, succeed, and have fun.

Why Families Love Blue Moose Adventures

  • No specialization required

  • Tons of variety every day

  • Inclusive for all ability levels

  • Led by experienced teachers and coaches

  • Builds confidence, friendships, and joy

Sample Activities

Movement & Big Games

  • Moose Tag

  • Capture the Flag

  • Castle Ball

  • Parachute Games

  • Gaga Ball

Adventure Challenges

  • Scavenger hunts

  • Team obstacle courses

  • Cooperative problem-solving games

Creative & Calm Time

  • Drawing and design challenges

  • Partner games and brain breaks

Outdoor Fun

  • Water play days

  • Field games

  • Inflatables & obstacle courses

🎨 Artsy Adventures with Mr. P

Creativity, Imagination, and Expression

Artsy Adventures with Mr. P gives kids a dedicated space to slow down, imagine, and create. Campers explore drawing, painting, clay, and mixed media through hands-on, age-appropriate projects.

This program is a perfect balance to active play and helps children build:

  • Creativity and self-expression

  • Focus and confidence

  • Pride in finished work

June 1 and July 13 - Drawing

June 8 and July 20 - Painting

June 15 and July 27 - Mixed Media

June 22 and August 3 - Sculpturre

June 29 - STEAM

⚽ Blue Moose Sport-Specific Camps

Deeper Skills. More Gameplay. One Day Better.

Blue Moose Sport-Specific Camps are designed for kids who want to learn a sport or grow their skills in a positive, encouraging environment.

Each camp focuses on one sport and includes:

  • Fundamentals and technique

  • Age-appropriate drills

  • Small-sided games

  • Teamwork and sportsmanship

  • Confidence-building coaching

Sports may include:

  • Soccer

  • Flag Football

  • Basketball

  • Baseball / Softball

  • Pickleball

Why It’s Different

  • Fun-first approach

  • Great for beginners and experienced players

  • Emphasis on growth, not pressure

  • Skill-building that supports long-term development

⚾ Extra Innings

School-Year Sports & Movement Program

Throughout the school year

  • Tuesdays: Field Park

  • Wednesdays: Laidlaw

  • Thursdays: Forest Hills

  • Time: 3:30–5:00 PM

  • Grades: Kindergarten–2nd

Extra Innings is a high-energy after-school program focused on:

  • Basic sports skills

  • Teamwork and respect

  • Active play

  • Learning new games

  • Making new friends

❄️ Snow Days with Blue Moose

Winter Break Fun

Dates: Winter Break (TBD)
Ages: 5–12

Looking for something fun over Winter Break? Join the Blue Moose staff for mornings filled with:

  • Games and sports

  • Creative crafts

  • Team challenges

  • New friendships

Six mornings of FUN in a safe, welcoming environment.

🌙 Parents’ Night Out

A Night Out for Parents — A Night of Fun for Kids

On select evenings, Blue Moose hosts Parents’ Night Out from 6:00–10:00 PM. Kids enjoy games and activities while parents enjoy a night out. We partner with local restaurants to make it a win for everyone!

🎉 Blue Moose Parties

Celebrate with Games, Fun, and Big Smiles

Celebrate birthdays and special occasions with Blue Moose Parties at Field Park in Western Springs.

Party Package Includes

  • 90 minutes of games & activities led by Blue Moose staff

  • 30 minutes for cupcakes, presents, and celebration

Details

  • Cost: $15 per child (minimum $250)

  • Location: Field Park, Western Springs

  • Availability: One weekend per month (Saturday & Sunday)

  • Time Slots:

    • 10:00–12:00

    • 12:30–2:30

    • 3:00–5:00

Upcoming Party Dates

TBD

📞 (708) 829-1236
📧 bluemoosesportsinc@gmail.com

🥍 Blue Moose Lacrosse Camp

Skill Development in a Safe, Fun Environment

Location: Pleasant Dale Park District
7425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge, IL 60527

Dates: July 14–18

Session Options

  • AM: 9:00–12:00

  • PM: 12:30–3:30

  • Full Day: 9:00–3:30

Grades

Incoming 1st–7th graders

Program Breakdown

  • Grades 1–3:

    • Skill instruction

    • Lead-up games using learned skills

  • Grades 4–7:

    • Skills & fundamentals

    • Offensive/defensive concepts

    • Game-based learning

No helmets or pads required.
Sticks and gloves welcome — equipment provided if needed.

📞 Contact: Ryan McLaughlin
(708) 829-1236 | tbluemoose@gmail.com

💙 The Blue Moose Difference

Every Blue Moose program is built around:

  • Fun first

  • Skill development

  • Confidence and inclusion

  • Community and connection

Movement skills for sports.
Life skills for life.
One day better — every day.