The 2018 Ultimate Guide To Summer Camp

 

COLUMNS

Camp Fair Information: Check out everything you need to know about our camp fairs to find the best fit for your child

Treats: We’ve picked the coolest summer gear sure to make your kid a happy camper

Last Word: A camp director reflects on the importance of the summer camp experience

FEATURES

Counting Down To SummerA handy timeline for planning for every aspect of camp–from the search process to drop-off day

Choosing The Right Camp For Your Child: The ACA’s Camper Placement Specialist, Renee Flax, offers expert insight

7 Tips For Making Camp Budget Friendly: How to give your child the best summer ever–without breaking the bank

How To Rock Your Camp Tour: A quick checklist for the important factors you should be looking for on a camp tour

5 Tips For Choosing A Camp For Your Special Needs Child: Camp professionals weigh in on what parents of kids with special needs should be thinking about during their camp search

Following The Leadership: A primer on the “soft skills” that kids learn at camp–and why they’re so important

The Real Deal: What parents really say about how the camp experience changed their child

Getting Ready For Camp: Camp directors share their advice on how to ensure your child is ready for the best summer ever

Do Siblings Need To Go To Camp Together?: Camp directors weigh in on whether siblings should stick together at camp

What’s On-Trend This Season: The latest summer camp trends that you need to know

Oh Happy (Visiting) Day: 10 top tips for a great visiting day according to camp professionals

A La Carte Camping: Craft a unique summer experience by choosing from a variety of offerings

About The American Camp Association, New York & New Jersey: The ACA is a great resource for local parents—they help families discover the best camp for their children, whether it’s a day camp nearby or a sleepaway camp out of state. Visit aca-nynj.org to use their “Find a Camp” search directory. They also have a camp placement specialist, Renee Flax, who offers one-on-one consultations—contact her at 212-391-5208 or renee@aca-nynj.org.

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CK Kids Summer

<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">CK Kids Summer Camps for kids </span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">ages 3-16 years old.</span><u></u><u></u></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: Tahoma, sans-serif;">Don’t Miss the Summer Fun at CK!  Christ the King has 6 exciting summer camps to offer children of all ages.  Camps appeal to all interests: soccer, basketball, cheerleading, media, dance, drama, cooking, arts, waterslides, and karate.  On-site Math and ELA programs available.  CK Kids also offers special weekly camps for cooking and princess & pirate themed.  All activities take place on the CK Campus.  Come for a week or the whole summer!  Flexible scheduling, convenient location, sibling and multiple week discounts.   </span></p>

Independent Lake Camp

<p>Independent Lake Camp is a premier overnight camp in the Poconos for ages 6-17. ILC is dedicated to being a diverse community with powerful individualized programming, and top-notch facilities & staff. We have been offering respect, creativity and understanding in a challenging and nurturing environment for 30 years.</p> <p>The friendships and connections that are developed at ILC are what makes our community so special. We are a fantastic circus, sports, dance, performing arts, music, aquatics, fine & digital arts, skateboarding, high ropes, role playing games, nature and equestrian camp all rolled into one.</p>

Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park & Children’s Zoo

<p dir="ltr">Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park & Children’s Zoo presents programming for children and families of all ages, animal encounters, zookeeper experiences, VIP tours, season memberships, and much more! Camp Zoo introduces and immerses children in nature through outdoor exploration, games, crafts, and other educational hands-on activities. </p> <p dir="ltr">In partnership with their nonprofit arm, the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, the game farm also offers culture, education, and wellness programs to connect people with wildlife and the natural environment. </p> <p dir="ltr">A critical aspect of the game farm is serving as a sanctuary to animals that have been rescued, rehabilitated, or re-homed, including Sicilian miniature donkeys, alpacas, African Sulcatta tortoises, peacocks, rabbits, goats, sheep, alligators, and our beloved Gomez, a Sulphur-crested cockatoo, and Nala, an African Serval cat! </p> <p> </p>