We don't know about you, but this week's warmer weather has us thinking about summer already.

And with "staycations" the new buzz word, kids and teens will be spending more time closer to home this summer — a development that can be both an opportunity and a challenge.

But as Abbie Gripman reported two Sundays ago, Flagstaff has no shortage of day camps for all kinds of interests, including animals, computers, sports, art and drama.

For general-interest, all-day camps, there are three options: the Flagstaff Unified School District's FACTS program, the city of Flagstaff's summer day camps and the Flagstaff Family YMCA.

FACTS

FACTS is open to are kids ages 5 to 12 at Kinsey Elementary School weekdays, June 15 through July 31, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Children will participate in sports, other recreation, take field trips, and more. There is a $25 annual registration fee. The hourly rate is $3 per hour, $5 per hour for two children or $7 per hour for three or more children. For more information, call 527-6180. FACTS does not offer scholarships for summer.

CITY OF FLAGSTAFF

The city of Flagstaff's summer day camps will run weekdays June 8 through Aug. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and are open to kids ages 5 to 12. Each week has a different theme and includes visits to the Aquaplex. The camp will be held at the McPherson Recreation Center and costs $90 per week. Call 779-0037 for more information or register at any of the city's recreation centers.

YMCA

Flagstaff Family YMCA offers summer day camps beginning June 8. The full-day camp is open from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is $90-$125 per week. The YMCA can accommodate kids ages 2 to 12. Visit www.valleyymca.org or call 556-9622.

SECOND CHANCE

Second Chance Center for Animals offers animal-themed summer day camp for kids ages 6 to 13. Campers spend four days in animal-related learning activities. Junior Camps run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration fee for junior camp is $125 per weeklong session.

Senior Camps run 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Registration fee for senior camp is $200 per session. Enrollment packets can be downloaded at www.secondchancecenter.org or call 526-5964.

ARBORETUM

The Arboretum offers summer camps for kids ages 4 to 14. The 2009 Summer Adventure Programs not only explore plants, but also birds and other animals in the gardens and forest. Half-day camps are available for the younger children and all-day camps for the older kids. The half-day camps are $20 and the all-day camps are $120-$225. Members receive a discount.

MNA

The Museum of Northern Arizona's Discovery Program is a series of 46 camps focused on the wonders of the Colorado Plateau. The programs offer a range of hands-on learning opportunities about the region's traditions of fine arts, natural sciences, Native cultures, and ecology. Camps are for ages 4 to 16. There are half-day camps, full-day camps and overnight camps. Prices range from $25 for an afternoon program to $510 for a San Juan River trip. Members receive a discount. Registrations are accepted by e-mail or phone. Contact Discovery Program Registrar, Cathleen Patterson, at 774-5213, extension 241 to register.

THEATRIKIDS

For kids with an interest in drama, Theatrikos Theatre Co. will offer several TheatriKids camps. The half-day camps are for kids ages 5 to 14 and cost $90-$200. For more information call 774-1662 or visit www.theatrikos.com.

NAU CAMPS

— NAU Mountain Jacks Kids Camp: Includes field trips, arts and crafts, kid fitness, gardening, current events, experiential education, a talent show and story time. Ages 3-11. NAU employees and students only. 523-3111.

— NAU Dolphin Day Camp: For ages 5 - 11. Includes swimming, arts, field trips and water safety education. 523-4509.

— NAU Sports camps: Visit http://nau.newtier.com/ for more information.

LIBRARY

Flagstaff Public Library: Summer reading program for ages 2 - 16. 300 W. Aspen Ave. Also offering fun kids events throughout the summer at both Main and East branches. 779-7671.