The Best Day Camps Around: Patch Picks

If you are looking for a day camp for your child this summer, why not start with a pony? This week's Patch Picks feature day camps within driving distance of Shorewood, Channahon and Minooka.

Sara's Pony Day Camp: June through August, take your child to Monee from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Camps are limited to 10 children. Activities include pony rides, pony cart rides, crafts, games and learning how to care for a pony. They also include mini-shows and boat rides. For more information, call 630-802-1316 or click to www.sarahsponyparty.com.

Joliet Park District Camps: All summer long, there are dozens of camps to choose from for all age groups. Some of our favorites include T.E.E.N, Discovery Day Camp, Play Dance, Nature Camp, Imagination Theatre, Budding Artist, CPR for Dynamic Super Sitter, Zany Brainy Science Camp, Cheerleading/Pom Camp, Kinder Camp and more. They have extended hours for busy families. There are multi-sibling discounts for some. For more information, click to www.jolietpark.org or call 815-741-7275.

ActivityTree.com: This website provides a long list of day camp options. From this umbrella site, you can link to many other organizations that offer schools and camps. Depending on what activity and age you are looking for, and how far you you are willing to drive, you can find it on ActivityTree.com. From the menu at the top of the page, you can select individual activities, or day camps. Find sports like golf, hockey and gymnastics as well as many others.