St. Cloud Area School District 742 Community Education

NEW! Design and create your own stylish vegan leather, flat-brim hat. With guidance from your experienced instructor, you will learn basic burning techniques and explore creative ways to customize your hat with unique designs and embellishments. Participants will walk out of class wearing their brand-new personalized statement piece. All materials are provided including hat, band, and three accessories. Additional accessories can be purchased at class with cash for $1 - $3 a piece. Upon signup participants will be asked to choose a hat size and color of their preference. To see the available hat sizes and colors, please click the link here. No prior experience is necessary. Enter Door 1.

Dive into the fascinating world of herbalism and become your own remedy maker! You’ll explore a brief, inspiring history of herbal remedies and discover the many health benefits of a wide variety of healing herbs. Each participant gets to choose from a variety of remedies that fits their needs and create 100 personalized herbal capsules to take home. With options like aches & pains, anxiety support, circulation, detox, energy, metabolism support, immunity, sleep, and more, you'll leave with something that’s truly made for you. Enter Door 1.

Dive into summer fun with Hooked on Cookies: Summer Edition! In this creative class, youth will decorate cookies inspired by sunny beach days and fishing adventures. From seashells and starfish to fishing poles and colorful catches, each cookie becomes a playful canvas for imagination. Participants will learn simple decorating techniques, experiment with vibrant colors, and bring their summer stories to life through edible art. At the end of class, everyone will take home their decorated cookies to share with family and friends, sweet souvenirs of a summer well spent. Enter door 1.

Your child will experience a mini-week long camp. Campers will get to experience everyday life at a barn including activities such as daily riding, learning how to braid manes and tails with ribbon, grooming and caring for the horses (including bathing) and feeding them at the end of the day. This is a great time for campers to spend time outdoors and build lasting friendships with fellow horse lovers in a structured and positive environment. Campers are divided into smaller groups of similar riding experience, which is perfect for both the new and more experienced riders. Riding takes about 1 hour per day in an arena with no trails and consists of learning how to steer, stop, turn, and walk/trot on their own. Campers will spend time on the ground with horses throughout the rest of the day. Camps are held rain or shine. There is an outdoor and indoor arena. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe with a heel), long pants and layers, depending on weather. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided and required to be worn. Signed waiver forms are required and the link will be emailed to participants once they have registered for the camp. Bring to class: sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, nut-free snack and lunch. Camp is located in Anoka, MN.

Kids will learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Campers get to ride in the indoor and/or outdoor arenas for 40min-50min (no trails), practice how to steer, stop, turn, and walk on their own. They also might make horse treats, do a craft, and play games. And don't forget the time to meet and care for the horses, which is a big part of ownership! Campers are broken into smaller groups based on similar riding experience and age, which is perfect for both new and more experienced riders! Camps are held rain or shine. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe with a heel), long pants and layers, depending on weather. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided and required to be worn. Signed waiver forms are required and the link will be emailed to participants once they have registered for the camp. Bring to class: sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, nut-free snack and lunch. Camp is located in Anoka, MN. PARENT Drop-off is at 9am and PARENT pickup is 3pm. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day.

Kids will learn what it's like to have a horse for a day! Campers get to ride in the indoor and/or outdoor arenas for 40min-50min (no trails), practice how to steer, stop, turn, and walk on their own. They also might make horse treats, do a craft, and play games. And don't forget the time to meet and care for the horses, which is a big part of ownership! Campers are divided into smaller groups based on similar riding experience and age, which is perfect for both new and more experienced riders! Camps are held rain or shine. Proper attire includes sneakers or boots (closed toe with a heel), long pants and layers, depending on weather. ASTM/SEI certified helmets provided and required to be worn. Signed waiver forms are required. Bring to class: sunscreen, bug spray, water bottle, nut-free snack and lunch. Camp is located in Anoka, MN. NOTE: Drop-off is at 9am and pickup is 3pm. Sorry we do not allow parents to stay for the day.

Campers will get to experience everyday life at a barn! Life in the barn will include activities such as daily riding, learning how to braid manes and tails with ribbon, groom and care for the horses (including bathing) and care for them at the end of the day. This is a great time for campers to spend time outdoors and build lasting friendships with fellow horse lovers in a structured and positive environment. Campers are divided into smaller groups of similar riding experience, which is perfect for both the new and more experienced riders. At the end of the week, parents and family are invited to a performance to see what their camper has been learning! Riding takes up about 1 hour per day in an arena with no trails and consists of learning how to steer, stop, turn, and walk/trot on their own. Campers will spend time on the ground with horses throughout the rest of the day. Proper attire is required including sneakers or boots (closed toe with a heel) and long pants and layers, depending on weather. ASTM/SEI certified helmets are required for all participants and will be provided. Signed waiver forms are required. Bring to class: bug spray, sunscreen, water bottle, nut-free snack and lunch daily. Camp is located in Anoka, MN. NOTE: Drop-off is at 9 a.m. and pickup is 3 p.m. each day Monday through Friday (parents are not permitted to stay for the day). A “show” for the parents will be held on Friday of weeklong camp at 1:30 p.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to take pictures, watch your child ride, and meet the horse they worked with during the week!

NEW! Get ready to light up the night with art! Our ultra-cool camp creations will shine, shimmer, and glow for their big debut in the dark. Join us as we use clay, paint, and other luminescent materials to craft extraordinary pieces of art that really glow in the dark. Your child's creative imagination is sure to illuminate like never before!. Please pack a nut free snack and drink & lunch for your child. Enter door 1.

NEW! Beat the heat and keep your kitchen cool while creating big, bold flavor in this online cook along-class! Participants will make Chef Tess' incredible Butter Chicken that is rich, seasoned, and melt-in-you-mouth tender thanks to the Instant Pot. Participants will also create soft, pillowy homemade naan to top off this quick, nutritious, economical summer meal. Equipment Needs: An Instant Pot or any other electric pressure cooker. A stand mixer with a dough hook attachment is recommended but optional as the naan can also be made by hand. Participants will receive a list of ingredients five days prior to class to allow enough time for shopping and preparation. During class Chef Tess will guide participants through the steps and the full recipe will be sent out a few days after class.

NEW! Skip the stove and keep your kitchen cool in this fast, flavorful online cooking class. Participants will learn to make delicious chicken burrito bowls using an Instant Pot and Chef Tess's personal recipe for a quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly summertime meal. Chef Tess will also share a variety of handy Instant Pot tips and tricks to help participants build confidence in the kitchen! Equipment Needs: An Instant Pot or and other electric pressure cooker. Participants will receive a list of ingredients five days prior to class to allow enough time for shopping and preparation. During class Chef Tess will guide participants through the steps and the full recipe will be sent out a few days after class.

NEW! Learn how to make a stained-glass window using the traditional lead came technique. Participants will learn each step of the process of stained glass construction and complete a finished stained glass project all in one day. All materials are provided, and no previous experience is necessary. Participants attending the class at Michael's Stained Glass Studio will also receive a 10% discount on additional glass.

Your child will embark on a thrilling artistic adventure with "Intro to Comic Creation," an exciting and action-packed experience dedicated to discovering the secrets of comic creation. Designed as a crash course in the captivating world of comics, this camp is a great opportunity for your child to unleash their inner storyteller. We’ll delve into the essentials of comic design, where participants will learn the art of paneling, character creation, and storytelling. Whether your child is a comic enthusiast or a newcomer, they’re in for a one-of-a-kind experience as we guide them through basics of bringing their stories to life on the page. Enter door 1.

NEW! Come learn the rules and basic techniques of disc golf! This class will cover the basics of Putting, Backhand, and Forehand throws along with a review of the rules of the game. Each session will start with skill instruction followed by hands-on practice playing through some holes. Please wear comfortable shoes. Bring to class: Water bottle and discs (discs available for anyone that needs them). Meet at the kiosk near the first tee.

If your child likes playing video games, they'll love designing them! Trained instructors will teach students how to program their own video games using an engaging program called Kodu. They'll create their own world, populate it with characters, and play the games they create during class. Students will learn important programming skills while having fun, no prior experience needed. Enter door 1.

If you are new to Kayaking or want to improve your skills, this 6-hour beginner course offers professional kayaking instruction to help participants develop new skills and feel confident on the water. Class will begin at Clear Waters Outfitting before moving to the calm and scenic Warner Lake that is perfect for beginners. Be prepared to get in the water. All participants must sign a waiver and children under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 18 need waiver signed by parent. No lifeguard will be present. All equipment will be supplied by Clear Waters Outfitting.