Families shouldn’t assume that just because their child has food sensitivities or restrictions that they can’t go to day or sleepaway camp—yummy options abound.

Jeremy and Tony are excited to go fishing. Their counselor helps them to work out a way to share the one rod fairly without arguing. Their newfound ability to share without anger carries over to their cabin with who will operate the only working flashlight.

When researching a summer camp for your child, there are certain pieces of information you should know in order to make an informed decision. Whether you speak to the camp director in person or by phone, the American Camp Association, New York and New Jersey (ACA, NY and NJ) recommends asking these ten questions to help you get started.

Experiencing the outdoors enhances children’s ability learn, lead and enjoy nature, as well as gain a lifelong interest in caring for the planet. But parents who want to be sure their kids know a toad from a frog and a catfish from a crawfish don’t need to go it alone. Camp programs are among the best ways for children to get to know Mother Nature first-hand.

With childhood obesity affecting one in five children, camps play a vital role in turning back this national trend. Camps are important partners for parents and children who want to make positive changes that keep kids active and eating right all year long.

Camp provides children with the opportunity to learn new activities, meet new friends, and learn life skills such as self esteem, leadership and confidence. But with all the camp options available, parents can become overwhelmed.

While many camp traditions and activities have remained the same, in recent years, camps have been adding new programs and making improvements to fit the needs and interests of today’s children. Here are five notable trends.

Ken Glotzer, author of “There Is No Place Like Camp: A Camp Director’s Guide For Parents,” shares some memorable excerpts from his book.

These days, it's not surprising that parents are on a tighter budget when it comes to spending for camp. By doing a bit of research and planning, parents can still ensure that their kids have the best camp experience without going over the family budget.

So many factors go into choosing a summer camp that it’s often difficult even to know where to begin. Here, the seven most crucial camp questions parents should ask. How do I prepare my