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Is my child ready for residential camp?

Anonym //
Going to summer camp is a wonderful and fun way for a child to build self-confidence, learn and increase skills in a variety of activities, and develop an open and accepting view of all people. Of course, camp directors want every kid to attend camp, because a summer camp is an extension of a child’s formal education. They also believe all kids can be ready for camp. Many parents also want their child to experience the wonders of residential camp, but some question if their child is...

Packing for camp 101: what you should bring

Carrie Kashawlic //
As camp season nears, campers and parents will be thinking about shopping and packing for camp. What do you bring and what do you leave at home? Most camps will send a suggested packing list to assist you with specific clothing needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact your camp. We’re all very happy to help make sure you and your camper are ready for a fantastic summer experience.  Do bring: A water bottle, and an extra one. (There must be a...

The big 'secret' of summer camp

Bob Strodel //
The reward for the late summer nights, the constant unanticipated events that occur with 500 people on grounds, and the occasional headaches and heartaches with campers and staff, are the thank-you letters I receive from parents every year. Each letter, like each camper, is unique. However there is a constant thread from letter to letter: “My kids really grew up while at camp.” Parents have often asked me our “secret” on how we accomplish this from year to year....

What to Send Your Kids While They're at Camp

Carrie Kashawlic //
If your camper is off to resident camp for the first time, you need to know that campers love to get mail. Here are a few tips about letter writing to be sure your camper’s mail brings out a smile instead of an onset of homesickness. Be positive in the letter. Write about what you want to hear about on Visiting Day or after camp ends — a new song, new friends, or an activity your camper was excited about. Acknowledge that you miss your camper, but try adding this spin:...

How to find a summer camp for your child with special needs

Emily Golinsky //
If your child has special needs or unique circumstances, you might think that the process of finding the right summer camp falls anywhere on a scale from mildly terrifying to completely overwhelming to absolutely impossible. You might even think that, at best, you are looking for a camp that will “let” your camper come, or one that will expect your child to do all the trying when it comes to fitting in with the world around them. But relax, because it doesn’t have to be...
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