Keep the kids busy at any of these Vacation Bible Schools or summer camps:

* First Southern Baptist Church: The Old West will come alive at First Southern Baptist Church's "Cactus Canyon" Vacation Bible School for kids up to sixth grade. The western adventure will involve crafts, music, games and campfire stories all centered around Biblical truths and the love of Jesus Christ that was shown in John 3:16. The VBS will be held from 9 a.m. to noon July 28 - Aug. 1 at the church, 2555 E. Second St. For more information or to register, call 265-6540. Or just show up ready for a howling good time.

* Sunrise Baptist Church: Kids ages 4 through sixth grade are invited to giddy-up and join Sunrise Baptist Church's "Trail Ride" Vacation Bible School. While on the trail, kids will get to play games and hear about the good news of Jesus. The round-up will run from 6 to 8:15 p.m. Aug. 3-7 at the church, 3990 S. McKinley St. The family is invited to join the action for a special family night Aug. 7. For more information, call trail guide Gary Hans at 237-5108.

* H-R Camp: Located in Esterbrook in the Laramie Mountains, H-R Camp gives youth an opportunity to live in a Christ-centered community and experience all kinds of activities. Through worship, hiking, arts and crafts, rafting, horseback riding and campfires, participants will build their faith and gain lifelong friendships.

Young Adult Spiritual Retreat, Aug. 1-3

Big Horn Blast III, July 27-Aug. 1

Costs range from $100 to $600. H-R Camp is a facility of the Episcopal Diocese of Wyoming. For more information call Pat Walsh at 265-5200, e-mail pat@wydiocese.org or visit www.wydiocese.org/Youth/hr_camp.htm.