Choosing the Right Camp
Tips and guidance for making the ideal choice for your child
SEVEN TOP TIPS
How To Search Wisely
You are beginning to search for a summer camp for your child, but with all the options, how do you choose? The good news is there is a camp for every child with any interest. This year marks the 150th anniversary of summer camp. For generations, camp [READ MORE]
WHAT TO ASK
Ten Questions for the Camp Director
When choosing a summer camp, families want to make sure they are choosing the right camp for their child. We recommend that parents ask the camp director at the camp they are interested [READ MORE]
CAMP REVAMPED
Five Exciting Summer Camp Trends
For 150 years, families have been excited about the myriad of options and benefits of attending summer camp. While many camp traditions and activities have remained the same, in recent years, [READ MORE]
READY OR NOT?
Helping Your Child Feel Comfortable About Going To Camp
Sending your child to camp for the first time is a major milestone for a child, one that is often marked by excitement, anticipation and perhaps even some anxiety. For many [READ MORE]
THE BIG PACK
From Clothing To Must-Have Gear, Here's What To Bring
Confused about what to pack for camp? When parents need to consider every weather scenario as well as which camp activities their child might be engaged in, packing for camp can be rather daunting. For sure, the [READ MORE]
BUDGETING FOR SUMMER CAMP
Surprising Ways Parents Can Save
In today’s economy and uncertain employment climate, most families certainly need to consider the family budget when planning a summer camp experience for their [READ MORE]
THE BIG Question
Choosing The Right Type Of Camp For Your Child–Single Sex Or Coed?
TRADITIONAL OR SPECIALIST? – CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE.
When searching for a sleepaway camp–or resident camp, as some call them [READ MORE]
A CAMP FOR EVERY BUDGET
If You’re Worried About How To Afford Summer Camp, Here Are Some Cost-Saving Steps To Consider
Summer camp is a wonderful opportunity for children to learn life lessons like leadership, independence and self confidence as well as trying new activities [READ MORE]
HOW ARE THINGS AT CAMP
Most Camps Try To Be Low-Tech Havens While Offering A Number Of Ways--From One-Way Emails To The Occasional Phone Call--For Parents and Children To Stay In Touch
For generations, summer camp has been a respite from technology, a chance for [READ MORE]
SPECIAL CHOICES
For Children With Special Needs, There’s Been A Wonderful Bloom Of Camps–General And Specialized–That Can Help Them With Their Challenges While Enjoying The Full Camp Experience
Summer camp provides children with the opportunity to develop new skills, build self confidence [READ MORE]
THE SPECIAL BONDS BETWEEN CAMPERS
As Social Communities With Shared Values And Lots Of Group Fun, Camps Often Produce Friendships That Last A Lifetime
Is there any friend like a camp friend? Of course there is, though summer camp is such a unique and social experience, one of [READ MORE]