Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Are you thinking of sending your child to a sleepaway camp for the first time this summer? Friendly Pines Camp in Prescott - a summer tradition for many Arizona families - will host a fun, special event for families on Jan. 31, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale Salt River. No cost to attend.

The Director of Friendly Pines Camp, Kevin Nissen, will offer an informative presentation and discuss all the emotional and physical benefits that children experience when they attend a  summer sleepaway camp. There will be great gifts and door prizes. Refreshments will be served. This event is open to all new and returning campers.

Friendly Pines Camp is available for ages 6 through 13 and offers a wide range of traditional camp activities: sports, horseback riding, waterskiing, rock climbing, performing arts, fine arts, pets, hiking, canoe, kayaking, and more. There are 1-week, 2-week, 4-week, and 6-week camp sessions available. There’s also a special discount for siblings. Camp will run from May 25 - July 20. This nationally-renowned camp will celebrate its 79th summer this year. 

Courtyard by Marriott Scottsdale Salt River is located at 5201 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. For more information about Friendly Pines Camp, call (928) 445-2128 or visit www.friendlypines.com