The 2016 Ultimate Guide To Summer Camp

PLEASE NOTE:  The city’s biggest Camp Fairs are coming up on February 27, and March 5 & 6–on the Upper East Side on Saturday, February 27; downtown on Saturday, March 5; and in Brooklyn on Sunday, March 6. The fairs are informative, free, and fun for the whole family. The Camp Fairs (the largest in NYC) offer families the unprecedented opportunity to speak with a big host of camp directors and get essential questions answered.  CLICK HERE for details and to register.

Editor’s Note: The gift of camp and our upcoming Camp FairsCAMP_0116

Choosing Wisely: The dos and don’ts of picking a camp for your child

Healthy Habits: Camp is a great environment to foster positive life skills and habits in children

The Magic of Camp: New experiences, close communities, and a sense of freedom keep campers returning year after year

At Your Service: More day and sleepaway camps are making parent customer service a priority

Playing by the Rules: How structure and values help create a positive camp environment

On-the-Job Training at Camp: Working as a camp counselor provides teens with valuable experience and life skills

It’s Tradition!: Camp directors share their favorite summer rituals

Friends Who Camp Together…: The pros and cons of going to sleepaway camp with a buddy

Get with the Program: Five camp directors weigh in on the pros and cons of the traditional versus elective camp experience

Gearing up for Summer: Twelve super-cool picks for the best camp experience ever

While Goodbye is Never Enough for Me, it’s Perfect for Him: A mom reflects on her sons’ growth through the ritual of camp drop-off

Camp Conversation: Six topics to touch on with your first-time camper

Camp Affordable: Cut camp costs with these money-saving tips

Dealing with “Kid-Sickness”: How parents can let go (while staying in touch with their camper)