Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center’s "Winter Discovery Camp": For ages 5 to 10, 111 Ohe St., Kakaako. Costs range from $90 to $155 per session; $150 to $255 for full day. After-camp care available from 4 to 4:30 p.m. for $6 to $10 per week. Registration deadline is Friday. Call 524-5437 or visit www.discoverycenterhawaii.org.
» Ages 5 to 7: Dec. 17 to 21, "Heartfilled Gifts" from 9 a.m. to noon and "Holiday Treats" from 1 to 4 p.m. Also, Dec. 26 to 28, "Magnet Madness" from 9 a.m. to noon and "Frozen Feats" from 1 to 4 p.m.
» Ages 8 to 10: Dec. 17 to 21, "Holiday Treats" from 9 a.m. to noon and "ART-ic Blast" from 1 to 4 p.m. Also, Dec. 26 to 28, "Frozen Feats" from 9 a.m. to noon and "Festivals of Light" from 1 to 4 p.m.
Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center’s "Preschool Discovery Camp": Programs for potty-trained keiki ages 3 and 4, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (courtesy drop-off at 8:45 a.m.), 111 Ohe St., Kakaako. Programs include "Artful Gifts," Dec. 17 to 21 ($250) and "Silly Science," Dec. 26 to 28 ($150). Includes daily visits in the center, morning snack, lunch and nap time. After-camp care (3 to 4 p.m.) available for $12 to $20. Registration deadline is Friday. Call 524-5437 or visit www.discoverycenterhawaii.org.
Hawaii Nature Center: "Oahu Winter SNAP (Sensational Nature Adventure Program)" for ages 6 to 11, Dec. 17 to Jan. 4, 2131 Makiki Heights Drive. Sessions run from 7:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., with extended care ($25 per day) from 3 to 5 p.m. Camp includes nature activities, forest hikes, stream investigations, nature crafts, insect safaris, beach explorations, field trips and more. Costs for nonmembers range from $210 to $350; discounts apply if enrolling in full three-week session. Register by Friday for Week 1 (Dec. 17 to 21) and Dec. 14 for Week 2 (Dec. 26 to 28) and Week 3 (Jan. 2 to 4). Late registration fee: $25. Call 955-0100, ext. 131, or visit www.hawaiinaturecenter.org.
Honolulu Zoo: Dec. 17 to 21 and Dec. 26 to 28, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with after-care available until 5:30 p.m. (for additional $50). Call 971-7171 or visit www.honoluluzoo.org.
» "Camp Menehune," for ages 4 and 5. Includes educational animal tours, visits to select animal exhibits for exclusive experiences and animal-themed crafts. Cost: $275.
» "Camp ‘Imi Loa," for ages 6 to 12. Includes educational animal tours, exclusive animal enrichment/encounter activities, classroom lessons and discussions, crafts, animal-themed lawn games and educational videos. Cost: $285.
Kama‘aina Kids’ 2012 Winter Intersession: For grades K through 6, Dec. 17 to 31 (except Dec. 25). Runs from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. (program begins 8 a.m.). Camp locations are at Voyager PCS, Mililani Tech Park and the following public schools: Ben Parker, Enchanted Lake, Hahaione, Keoneula, Liholiho, Waikele and Waimalu. Cost: $330 for entire session or $35 per day. Lunch available ($5 per day). Registration deadline is Friday; add $15 for late registration. Call 262-4538 or visit www.kamaainakids.com.
» Specialty camps (costs vary) include Bishop Museum (Dec. 17 to 31), RISE (Recreation Inspiration Sports & Exercise program, Dec. 17 to 21), Sea Life Park (Dec. 17 to 21) and SPIRIT Adventures Day Camp for Teens (grades 5 to 8, Dec. 17 to 31).
Moiliili Community Center’s "Winter Adventure Program": For grades K through 6, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays Dec. 17 to Jan. 2 (except Dec. 25 and Jan. 1), 2535 S. King St. Activities include arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, cooking, excursions and more. Lunch orders available with advance purchase; morning and afternoon snacks provided. Package costs: Full session, $275 (11 days for public-school students) or $225 (nine days for UH Lab students); $150 for Dec. 17 to 21 only; $90 for Dec. 19 to 21 (UH Lab); and $180 for Dec. 24 to Jan. 2. Add $25 for membership fee. Registration deadline is Wednesday; add $15 for late registration. Call 955-1555 or visit www.moiliilicc.org.
YMCA Winter Intersession: For grades K through 6, Dec. 17 to Jan. 2 (may vary) at the Central, Kaimuki-Waialae, Kalihi, Leeward, Mililani, Nuuanu and Windward branches, with weekly and daily program options (varies at each location). Activities include arts and crafts, field trips, swimming, cooking, sports and more. Costs vary. Lunch and snack programs available for an extra fee. Registration deadline is Friday. For details, call 541-5261 or visit www.ymcahonolulu.org.
» Camp Erdman: Winter Camp I runs from Dec. 16 to 21; Winter Camp II runs from Dec. 26 to 31. Camps for ages 6 to 16 include traditional ($450), horsemanship ($665) and surf ($695), with a special New Year’s Dance ($5) Dec. 28 from 7 to 9 p.m. Call 637-4615 or visit www.camperdman.net.
