Our Programs
Every Apex program is designed to help young people discover new interests, build meaningful relationships, and develop skills that will serve them for years to come.
From outdoor adventures and hands-on learning to leadership opportunities and new friendships, Apex offers programs designed to help young people connect with each other and their community in the real world.
*All of our programs serve kids in grades 5 through 12.
Earn-a-Bike and Open Shop
Apex youth programming and open bike shop are ready for you and your family between 3 and 6 PM Monday through Friday. Kids can build a bike to take home and learn to maintain it for just $5. We can also help get your current bike road-ready! Come by to get what you need and stay for some outdoor time riding on our trails or learning tricks on our pump track!
And it’s not just about bikes! Kids can drop by anytime for a game of soccer, basketball, or UNO with friends, explore some arts and crafts, develop leadership skills through our youth council, or find new hobbies like 3-D printing or robotics.
Battle Bots Club
Interested in LEGOS or robotics? Come build your own with our Lego robot kit! We meet every Thursday in the Fall to build our own masterpieces and battle! This is a great way to make new friends and let your creativity soar.
Summer Camp
Looking for an affordable, fun, and enriching summer camp option? We’re here to help! Join us Tuesday through Friday from 2 to 6 PM for our 8-week program. From the end of June through the middle of August, we have so many fun activities planned, from ice cream trips to beach days and even a trip to the Seacoast Science Center!
Bike Bus
Starting September 2nd, kids can join experienced staff members to bike to and from Biddeford Middle School and make some friends along the way! Kids will learn bike safety, chat with friends, and get some exercise for a strong start and end to each school day. Helmets are required, and locks are encouraged. Need a bike or safety gear to join us? Check out our Earn-a-Bike program to get everything you need.
Apex AfterCare
We know the school days can feel long and exhausting for kids. Our afterschool programming at the Saco and Biddeford Middle Schools helps kids unwind with screen-free connection. From help with homework to working on a puzzle or art project to playing outside, every young person can find something fun and enriching to do with us from 3:15 until 5 PM daily.
Carlisle Academy Nature Explorers
Nature Explorers is an experiential learning program for middle and high schoolers put on by Carlisle Academy. Participants will learn nature skills, creative thinking, observation and attentiveness, and more! The program will run on Tuesdays starting October 6 until November 10th and includes activities such as nature walks, whittling, tree identification, shelter building, eco-art, and more!
Carlisle Academy uses the tranquil forest environment and their surrounding natural world to provide opportunities for students to develop an appreciation and respect for natural spaces, while fostering natural and wildcrafting skills. Providing creative experiences outdoors through hands-on activities encourages students to take risks, problem solve, and work together to explore the endless opportunities for growth and connection with each other and nature.
Youth Conservation Corps
Our summer Youth Conservation Corps provides jobs to high school aged youth who are interested in nature, conservation, and getting outdoors. In partnership with Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, we offer 8 weeks of paid work experiences while completing projects such as invasive species removal, bridge building, American Chestnut Tree restoration, island cleanups, trail building, and more. YCC members work side by side with many professionals in the outdoor and conservation industries.
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We work to ensure our programming is accessible for all who want to join. If you’re interested in our programming for your child but have questions or concerns about accessibility, affordability, or other details, please reach out to our staff.