BETA TEST CAMP
Many kids (and their parents!) who love working with their hands don't always know where to start - so we've created a safe, meaningful, and fun environment where kids ages
5 - 18 can explore the world of tradesmanship. Through practical projects and progressive learning, they'll gain foundational skills in carpentry, mechanics, electrical basics, and more.
Welcome to Trades and Tools STARS!
This invitation only Beta Test Summer Tradesmanship Camp offers a total of 60 spaces, in three age groups (5 - 8, 9 - 12, 13 - 18) for two weeks camps!
Trades and Tools Stars is a hands-on and leadership program for kids who love building, fixing, and creating all sorts of things using tools.​
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Trades and Tools STARS is more than just a youth program, where your child will learn the STARS of Tradesmanship:
Safety, Tradesmanship, Apprenticeship, Respect, and Skills.
This is a hands-on program that teaches kids how to build, fix, and create using tools and machines, just like dads and grandads have passed down in shops, garages, and on farms for generations.
You are invited to select from the following options:
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August 11 - 15:
10 Spaces: youth aged 5 - 8
10 Spaces: youth aged 9 - 12
10 Spaces: youth aged 13 - 18
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August 18 - 22
10 Spaces: youth aged 5 - 8
10 Spaces: youth aged 9 - 12
10 Spaces: youth aged 13 - 18
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Beta Camp Fees:
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Full Day: $400
Half Day: $275
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Dear Parents,
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Please take 3 minutes and 40 seconds to read this page. It's important because it outlines our business expectations and policies for the welfare of the Trades STARS and parents.
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We have extensive experience in Youth hands-on and Leadership Programs, and are committed to delivering our program and business practices precisely as stated on our website and communication materials.
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Throughout your time at Trades and Tools STARS, we'll keep you informed through our Trades and Tools STARS Communicator Campaign, which provides Trades STARS and Program related information.
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Thank you for choosing Trades and Tools STARS.
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Ages
Trades and Tools STARS accepts youth aged 5 - 18 years old.
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Great Hands & Tools
Rest assured that your child is in great hands and tools with our excellent team of Trades teachers, who are well trained, experienced, and dedicated to providing a safe and enriching experience for your child.
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Your Child is Safe
Ensuring your child's safety is our top priority, and we have taken rigorous measures to achieve this across all areas - physical, emotional, and social. Our staff is carefully selected, trained, and supervised to follow our safety protocols and standard operating practices.
Our detailed safety protocols cover all aspects of our activities, and our inclusive philosophy emphasizes respect for all. Any behavior violating our safety protocols is promptly corrected, and repeated violations result in expulsion from our organization. We are committed to keeping your child safe at all times.
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The safety protocols are expected to be adopted by everyone: attendees, staff, Parents, & horses.
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Bullying
Zero tolerance.
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Being Bullied
Zero Tolerance.
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Equipment and Trades STAR Dress Code
Parents will receive the Tools and Trades STARS Camp Information Package two weeks before the camp start date which contains all the information needed to get their Trades STARS ready for Summer Camp.​
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To get an idea of what items your Trade STAR will need:
Tools and Trades STARS supplies the tools, materials, instructor, assistant, and safety gear (Hard hats, safety vests, goggles, and gloves).
The Trade STAR Camper supplies their long jeans, closed toe shoes, water bottle, towel, snack/lunch (for Full Day Campers), mosquito/bug repellent, ball cap, and sungalsses.
A full list will be provided to you upon registration.
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Note: Trades STAR campers are NOT permitted to work in running shoes or shorts and will be prohibited from the Beta Shop if doing so (we explain why in the information package).
Hands On Program
​Trades and Tools Stars is a comprehensive hands-on tradesmanship program. Your Trades STAR will learn more than 300 fundamental trades skills in our Beta Test Camp.
To complete their building project, your Trade STAR will learn about shop safety and tool safety, identification, usage, and handling in different disciplines in trades.
Beta Camp Information:
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Camps will be held at Carousel Stables, home of Clip Clop Calgary, 254207 Bearspaw Road.
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Camps run Monday through Friday, with Drop Off at 9:00am and Pick Up at 4:00pm.
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There will be half-day options available for 5 - 8 age group, in which the Drop Off is at 9:00am and Pick Up is at 12:00pm.
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Camp Schedule - Activities:
The five-day camp includes four days of hands-on learning in our on-site Beta Shop at the farm, followed by a chaperoned Friday Field Trip. Campers in the 9 - 12 and 13 - 18 age groups will visit 2 - 3 trades-focused businesses such as the Ferrari-Maserati dealership (including a behind-the-scenes look at the showroom and service area), John Deere to explore tractors and farm implements, and a local construction site to learn about heavy machinery and building processes.
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Daily Camp Schedule:
Drop Off:
8:20 AM
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Toolbox Talk:
8:30 - 9:00 AM
Morning 'get to know you' games and activities.
Safety is the First Tool:
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Engage in the "Safety Topic of the Day" to ensure a secure and responsible workshop environment.
Design & Plan:
10:00 – 11:00 AM
Collaborate on designing projects and planning the day's tasks all while learning about the tools and techniques needed during the Construction Zone phase.
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Workshop Prep:
11:00 – 12:00 PM
Organize tools and materials, preparing the shop for hands-on activities.
Lunch Break:
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Site Break:
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Participate in fun, trades skill-building games, challenges, and activities that reinforces the trades topics and skills of the day.
Construction Zone:
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Execute planned projects using the skillsets and tools taught to the Trades STARS while emphasizing safety and respect for the work site, materials, and others.
Pick Up:
4:15 PM
Call or Text Us Anytime!
Comments, questions, great ideas - we'd love to hear from you.
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587 - 892 - 6100
(Clip Clop will answer your call or text.)
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Youth Who Require Extra TLC
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We receive many requests to accommodate children who require an extra touch.
Please note that we are unable to accept children whose conditions leave them prone to uncontrolled and unpredictable outbursts of anger, frustration, fear, violence, etc. whereby it puts them and others in a dangerous situation.
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We are unable to accept children whereby their conditions leave them unable to hear, see, cognitively process instructions, communicate clearly, and control their body movements that would jeopardize their safety and that of others.
The metrics our company (and insurance company) uses to determine appropriateness for participation is: Is the child integrated into a standard classroom setting without the assistance of an aide?
We encourage you to contact our office and we’d be happy to learn about your child and decide together the appropriateness of our program! We also have colleagues in the industry who run fantastic licensed, therapeutic riding programs, and we can guide you to them.
Give us a call! We can't wait to learn about your child!
587-892-6100
Want to be a part of a brand new experience unlike any other camp in Calgary?
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What Trade STARS Said About Our Alpha Tests:
Seb, 12
I didn't know that oil was the blood of an engine, and it's really important to keep it clean and full.
I can't wait for Trades and Tools STARS to start!
Ryan, 13
I thought it was so cool to learn how to check the oil, air pressure, and the break and running lights on a trailer.
And the freight liner has a great horn!
Phil, Dad
I'm a mechanic, and this is a great start for kids to learn how to handle and manage tools. My son had a great time.