Avoid a rendition of the bored-nothing-to-do blues with a spring break camp.

The Explorer
Kids (ages 5-12) embark on adventures like safaris, oceanic treasure hunts, and archaeological dinosaur digs at Discovery Camp (Museum of Nature & Science, 3535 Grand Avenue; 214-428-5555).

The Chef
Future Emerils (ages 4-6, 7 and up) tackle mealtime dilemmas and solve recipe disasters as they learn to prepare basic dishes at Camp Can-I-Cook (Young Chefs Academy, 4021 Preston Road, suite 624, Plano; 972-473-9090).

The Artist
Three sessions (ages 3-4, 5-7, 8 and up) let kids discover their inner Michelangeloes as they experiment with media and techniques (A Little Artsy, 6719 Snider Plaza; 214-750-5522).

The Equestrian
Show ponies (ages 6-16) learn horsemanship, barn etiquette, steps to saddle up their four-legged friends, and how to ride English or Western style (Equine in Line, 15390 Preston Road, Frisco; 972-365-5929).

And when you have the house all to yourself?

You’ll be singing our praises.

Camps begin March 16.

LEARN
To Wear Your Baby
What: Lessons on carrying your tot using the latest wraps and slings.
Why: Look, Ma! No hands.
When: Tues., 10 a.m.; Wed., 3 p.m.
Where: Peppermint Baby Boutique, 1778 N. Plano Rd., ste. 100, Richardson (214-623-5080).

SEE
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
What: The magical tale of four kids traveling through a clothes closet to the Land of Narnia.
Why: It’s out of this world.
When: Fri., 10 a.m. & noon.
Where: The Majestic Theater, 1925 Elm St. Tickets at 800-497-5007.

BE
Weather Wise
What: Channel 11’s Larry Mowry conducts wild weather experiments and leaks television secrets.
Why: Your future is bright.
When: Sat., 2 p.m.
Where: Schimelpfenig Library, 5024 Custer Rd., Plano (972-769-4200).