Camp Runoia

Residential Girls' Summer Camp, ages 6-15

Belgrade Lakes, Maine

Established in 1907

Down-to-earth girls have been building lifelong skills and making lifelong friends at Camp Runoia since 1907!

Camp Runoia is located on a crystal clear lake in Central Maine. The camp experience at Runoia is about trying new things in a safe, supportive, fun atmosphere; learning to love living with other people; and, enjoying all the traditional aspects of camp.

Activities include: sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, ...read morewaterskiing, kayaking, archery, arts and crafts, theatre, pottery, wood shop, stained glass making, camp craft, riflery, tennis, soccer, softball, swimming, ropes course, environmental education, and outdoor living skills. Our exceptional English horseback riding program is open to campers of all skill levels! Our experienced adult leadership team has decades of experience in camping & education—reach out to us to see if we have space available and learn about our Rookie program.

Greenwoods Camp for Boys

Residential boys' summer camp

Decatur, Michigan

Established in 1935

Greenwoods Camp offers boys a top quality 2, 4 or 8 week summer experience.

More than just a sports camp, we are a community focused on inclusion and character development. Whether you are a competitive athlete, musician, or love water sports, there is a place for you at Greenwoods. We teach sportsmanship on the field and teamwork in the bunks. The spirit of our brotherhood sets the stage for adventure, growth and discovery.

Each ...read morecamper designs his own program from 50 land and water activities including water skiing, sailing, golf, tennis, archery, music and recording center, horseback riding, trampball, all team sports and more!

Campers live in spacious, modern cabins with electricity and bathrooms. The 80 acres of grounds include extensive lake frontage, riding stables, golf course, recreational lodges, athletic fields, tennis courts, culinary arts studios and more!

Greenwoods has been featured in USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Crain's Chicago Business, National Public Radio's "This American Life" and numerous other media outlets.

Ideally situated in Southwest Michigan's water wonderland only 2 ½ hours from Chicago and 2 ¾ hours from Detroit.

A perfect environment for first time campers!

Camp Mataponi

Residential girls' summer camp, ages 7-16

Naples, Maine

Established in 1910

At Mataponi you need not be the best -- You only need to try your best. Our camp is geared toward developing each child's self-confidence, fostering self-esteem, instilling a sense of values and appreciation for others and helping friendships flourish. Sportswomanship, compassion, and spirit guide our campers throughout the camp season and beyond. Located on 110 acres, Camp Mataponi is nestled on a cove of Sebago Lake and boasts over 5,000 ...read morefeet of beachfront property. Every cabin has a lake front view.

Mataponi offers a wide range of activities such as basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, lacrosse, field hockey, water skiing, sailing, canoeing, tennis, ropes course, arts & crafts, horseback riding, drama, gymnastics, dance and much more. Every camper is encouraged to follow and develop her own interests and gain new skills.

Swift Nature Camp

Residential coed summer camp, ages 6-15

Minong, Wisconsin

Established in 1964

Swift Nature Camp is an overnight nature camp for boys and girls ages 6-15. Our focus is to blend traditional summer camp activities while increasing a child's appreciation for nature, science and the environment.

Our special Discovery Camp is a nurturing program for first-time overnight campers, offering additional staff to provide support and encouragement to overcome homesickness and build confidence. The program welcomes ...read moreno more than 50 first-time campers, and the special attention that this intimate group receives is the reason that more than 92% of them wish to return.

Swift Nature Camp offers traditional summer camp activities along with an environmental focus. Campers enjoy an active Nature Center, Pet Zoo, and Department of Natural Resources sponsored programs, plus recreational activities that include canoe and backpack trips, horseback riding, swimming, arts & crafts, team courses, archery, sailing, water skiing, tubing and sports.

In addition to these traditional activities, Swift Nature Camp is so much more. We are a child-centered program located away from technology, celebrity culture and academic pressures. Through fun activities and positive staff role models, we help children develop lifelong skills such as confidence, teamwork, leadership, compassion and communication.

Frost Valley YMCA Summer Camp & Adventure Trips

Residential Coed Camp

Claryville, New York

Established in 1901

As a parent, you want your child to have growth-filled opportunities, healthy habits, and lifelong friendships. We partner with families to do exactly that. More than a place to cool off, our lake is where children learn to swim for the first time or share a canoe with a new friend. Our zipline isn't a ride, but a safe place for teens to find courage they never knew they had. And our cabins provide more than shelter; they're a space ...read morefor a community to grow. Our traditional summer camp is rooted in 100+ years of rich heritage. Campers age 7-16 come for 1 -8 weeks and leave us with strengthened character.

Adventure Trips are perfect for outdoor-loving teens. Options include sailing, backpacking, canoeing, climbing, and service trips. Farm Camp is perfect for campers to spend a couple weeks on a working, organic farm, and our all-girls Horse Camp teaches more than equestrian skills but also lifelong leadership skills.

Contact us today to book a tour! (845) 985-2291 or info@frostvalley.org

Camp Walt Whitman

Residential coed summer camp

Piermont, New Hampshire

Established in 1948

Camp Walt Whitman, a traditional summer camp for boys and girls, is situated on 300 acres along crystal-clear Lake Armington in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. Amid this beautiful setting, CWW is a driving force in preparing young lives for the challenges and opportunities that the future is certain to bring. In our warm and nurturing environment, our holistic approach to summer camp combines world-class outdoor adventures, hands-on exposure ...read moreto the arts and sports while developing a community that lasts a lifetime. We're fortunate to attract particularly nice kids and a strong, motivated staff. We provide excellent instruction to help our campers improve in all of the physical skills at camp, while focusing on the care and attention that helps them to develop their potential as individuals and as members of the group.

French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts

Residential coed summer camp

Hancock, New York

Established in 1970

French Woods Festival offers a fully individual program focused on theater, music, dance, circus, magic, and visual arts that also includes sports, waterfront, horseback riding and nearly everything else.. Children from seven to seventeen have a unique opportunity to explore their interests and improve their abilities in a wide variety of performing and visual arts as well as more traditional camp activities. At the end of each session parents ...read moreand families come to see their campers perform in musical theater shows with full orchestras, plays, music concerts, circus, magic, and rock and roll shows, horseback and water skiing expeditions, and more.

Each child is able to create a unique schedule that caters to their own individual interests and abilities. Children come from across the United States as well as many countries to participate in our extensive program. Regardless of your abilities, there is a place for you in every program at French Woods Festival. You may attend any or all of our three 4 week sessions, our one week session, or our first time one night sleepover.

Lake Greeley Camp

Residential coed summer camp

Greeley, Pennsylvania

Established in 1957

Lake Greeley Camp is a Co-Ed, Overnight, traditional summer camp in Northeastern Pennsylvania. We feature a robust daily and evening activity schedule that has a number of different activities to participate in each day. From the lake, to our pool, archery, riflery, horseback, Rock Climbing and Zipline, Trapeze, Baseball field, Tennis, Arts and Crafts, Theater Arts, there is something for everyone. We seek to also build a camp community based ...read moreon respect, fairness and friendship with a focus on responsibility and decision making. We want children to build new friendships, grow and build up old ones and learn more about themselves in a safe and encouraging environment. Try something new, meet someone new, learn more about yourself and improve your skills in areas that you want. We have a population from all across the world as well. Campers, counselors, senior staff supervisors, all come from all walks of life and we want to share that camp experience. All are welcome to this experience.

Camp Jeanne d'Arc

Residential girls' summer camp, ages 7-16

Adirondack Mountains, NY

Established in 1922

Camp Jeanne d'Arc has been helping families build strong girls since 1922! We offer girls, ages 7-16, from all over the world a chance to find their voice, discover their talents, and realize their value.

A summer at Camp Jeanne d'Arc is filled with friends, swimming, sailing, horseback riding, archery, riflery, hiking, camping out, surprises and lots more! With a ratio of 3:1, campers to counselors/staff, our experienced ...read moreand supportive staff give special attention to each and every girl.

Campers enjoy our Swiss-style cabins with large screened windows and indoor bathrooms and showers. We offer 2, 3.5, and 7-week sessions. Buses are available from New York Metro. For more information call or text 704-960-3949 or info@campjeannedarc.com.

Park Shore Country Day Camp

Coed Day Camp, ages 5-14

Dix Hills, New York

Established in 1959

Located on 15 wooded acres, the facility includes 3 heated pools with pool slides; high ropes course, dreamfields, competitive atletic & culture arts program, bungee trampoline & rockwall. Activities include Arts and Crafts, Baseball/Softball, Challenge/Rope Courses, Dance, Drama, Music, Performing Arts, Team Field Sports, Instructional Swimming, Tennis, Aerobics/Exercise, Aquatic Activities, Basketball, Climbing/Rappelling, Computer, ...read moreField Trips, Hockey, Nature/Environmental Studies, Skating, Soccer, Swimming.

Kingsley Pines Camp

Residential coed summer camp, ages 8-16

Raymond, Maine

Established in 1984

It's hard to describe just what makes it so special at Kingsley Pines Camp, but you'll know it when you see it – it's a feeling you get the moment you arrive. Just set foot on our campus and you can hear and see the enthusiasm and love for camp all around you.

Build Independence and Self-Esteem There are numerous opportunities to make independent choices, so campers gain confidence in their decision-making skills. ...read moreThey build real self-esteem by facing challenges and succeeding.

Counselors Who Really Care From their experience level to their training and, most of all, their ability to interact with kids, our amazing counselors are not just here to run programs – their entire role at camp is about connecting with the kids in their care.

A Culture of Safety

At Kingsley Pines, we take safety very seriously. It is not just a word to us – we exceed all national standards and our entire staff is carefully trained to protect your child.

An Authentic Experience

Campers can be themselves and be accepted for who they are. They have the freedom to try new activities without fear of failure, in our supportive and accepting community.

Camp Birch Hill

Residential Coed Summer Camp, ages 6-16

New Durham, New Hampshire

Established in 1993

Birch Hill is a classic New England overnight summer camp.

Nestled in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, Camp Birch Hill, offers an elective based program for boys and girls aged 6-16. This classic New England overnight summer camp sits on 106 acres of private, lakeside land where campers from across the globe attend for two, four or six week sessions. The elective based program empowers children in allowing the campers to create ...read morepersonalized schedules to participate in activities they already enjoy with opportunities to discover new interests. Camp Birch Hill continues to provide a safe, positive and welcoming environment where campers are free to explore, engage, create and develop lasting friendships and memories while connecting with nature.

It is a home away from home have the time of their lives for two, four or six weeks while making lasting friendships and memories.
Friendly Staff. Healthy food options. The Birch Hill experience gives friendships and memories for a lifetime!

Owned by the Morell Family since 1993!

Kippewa Equestrian Academy

Girls residential camp, ages 9-16

Monmouth, ME

Kippewa Equestrian Academy is a 12-day fully-immersive experience, offered twice a summer for girls entering 4th – 11th grades who really love horses! Girls of all ability levels are welcome. Whether an enthusiastic beginner, an advanced rider, or anything in between, academy campers experience the lifestyle of a horse owner. Along with receiving outstanding riding instruction campers enjoy caring for the horses from reveille to taps. In addition ...read morethey have time each day to participate in traditional camp activities such as swimming, boating, or arts and crafts, along with fun and creative evening activities. Located in a unique setting with cabins overlooking the horse turn-outs and rings. Instruction and individual attention is tailored to each rider's level. We teach Huntseat/English style riding. Main focus is helping campers improve or advance their equestrian skills and knowledge with mounted lessons and instruction in horsemanship, horse training, and barn management. Safety is a top priority. We follow safety standards of the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA).

Daily schedule also includes horse care: cleaning, grooming, tacking/un-tacking, feeding, and learning about horse anatomy and development. In addition to their expertise, our staff provide the individual attention, caring, and fun you find in traditional camp settings!

Road's End Farm Horsemanship Camp

Residential girls' horsemanship camp (ages 8-16), ages 8-16

Chesterfield, New Hampshire

Established in 1958

Road's End Farm is a small summer camp that appeals to girls who love being around horses, caring for them, and riding for enjoyment rather than competition. Being an integral part of a 360 acre farm with 50 saddle horses and 20 miles of bridle paths, the camp program provides campers with unlimited exposure to horses and rural life in a picturesque setting at the end of a quiet road. Lake swimming, river canoeing, and arts & crafts round ...read moreout a camp program that also allows each camper free time to pursue personal interests.
Activities include: Noncompetitive English pleasure riding, swimming, hiking, and canoeing amidst scenic surroundings.

Camp Walden

Residential Coed Summer Camp, ages 7-16

Diamond Point, New York

Established in 1931

Camp Walden is a co-ed, ACA accredited, residential summer camp in the Adirondack Mountains. We are located on more than 100 beautiful lakeside acres, just 10 miles from Lake George, NY. For over 90 years our campers have enjoyed a rich array of athletic, waterfront, adventure and arts activities taught by highly experienced specialists while forming lifelong friendships in a fun, exciting, and safe environment. We are known as a camp that takes ...read moregreat care of kids with the help of an exceptional staff. Our warm and caring family atmosphere makes first time campers feel as welcome as our returning campers. Join us for a lifetime of memories!

We are in the process of hiring for next summer. Positions include: counselors, sport specialists, art specialists, adventure staff, waterfront staff and support staff.

General counselors will be responsible for caring for children aged 7-16. Sports specialist are responsible for instructing children. Available sports positions include tennis, football, lacrosse, hockey, basketball, softball and baseball. Outdoor adventure roles include ropes course, go carts, archery and hiking. Arts specialists roles include general crafts, ceramics and woodworking. We are also looking for lifeguards and waterfront staff (we provide lifeguard training on site) to drive boats and supervise boating and swimming. Support staff roles (hourly wages) include kitchen, laundry, housekeeping, office, van driver and security staff).

To apply please go to https://walden.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App
Our web site is https://www.campwalden-ny.com/
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Crestwood Country Day School

Coed summer day camp

Melville, New York

Established in 1956

Since 1956, Crestwood has been giving children the best gift of all: a Fun, Creative and Joyful experience that will last a lifetime. The skills and values mastered with us, whether it be in our summer recreational program or Nursery school, will likely never be forgotten and always cherished.

The confidence and self-esteem that is enhanced at Crestwood will give your child a far better chance of succeeding in this fast-changing and ...read morechallenging era. We are committed to continue as the leader and innovator in educational and recreational programs in the next millennium. We will always give you the highest quality service, facilities and staff your child deserves.

Camp W

Coed Day Camp

Melville, New York

Established in 2015

Camp W, "Where Friendships Are Made," a traditional day camp that offers each child small-group instruction. The camper-to-staff ratio never exceeds 4 to 1. Groups have a maximum capacity of 15 campers. We are a 9-week day camp located in Melville, NY with programs for campers from Pre-K through 9th grade. Campers will enjoy a wealth of activities, including athletics, swimming, creative arts, computers, rocketry, cooking, game room, ...read moreand much much more.

YMCA Camp Takodah

Residential camp with separate sessions for boys and girls, ages 8-15

North Swanzey

Established in 1916

Voted 'Best Overnight Camp in New Hampshire' - and only 90 minutes from Boston - Camp Takodah provides award-winning overnight camps for kids ages 8-15.

Takodah helps campers discover who they are and what they can achieve. In our single-gender camps, kids unplug so they can connect with themselves and each other. In everything we do, we empower kids with the confidence and character needed to reach their full potential.

What ...read moresets us apart is topnotch staff, rich traditions, a 'friendly to all' community, single-gender camps, a tech-free environment, and YMCA character development.

Campers love Takodah's choice-based, progressive program. Campers get to choose their own classes and activities, all of which help them build skills, confidence, and self-respect. They also have new options every summer, giving them a chance to build on past successes while exploring new interests.

We're delighted that you're considering Takodah. We know summer camp is a huge decision, and we're here to help you every step of the way. Contact us at 603-352-0447 or info@takodahymca.org. We'll help you decide if Takodah is right for your child, and we'll even connect you with a current camp family who'll share their experiences with you.

Maine Camp Experience

Boys, Girls, and Coed Residential Summer Camps, ages 7-17

Sebago Lakes Region, Belgrade Lakes Region, and Throughout Maine

Maine Camp Experience (MCE) is a group of 40 premier overnight summer camps and a comprehensive camp-planning resource. MCE has coed, all girls and all boys camps for kids ages 7-17 located throughout the state of Maine. Each MCE camp is situated on a beautiful lake, features vast fields, and offers top-notch activities, instruction, facilities, directors, staff, and supervision. Campers enjoy land and water sports, arts, nature, and active adventures. ...read moreKids unplug, have fun, make lifelong friendships, learn new skills, and grain confidence and independence. Full summer, half and short sessions available. Our Campcierge® provides free, expert guidance. These camps are the "gold standard," many have been operating for over 100 years. Each summer, more than 20,000 campers enjoy camp in Maine. Research and enroll today!
www.mainecampexperience.com
877-92-MAINE
email: laurie@mainecampexperience.com.

YMCA Camp Mason

Coed Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

Hardwick, New Jersey

Established in 1900

YMCA Camp Mason has been building community and friendships for over 100 years. We foster relationship building, self discovery, empathy and community involvement. We believe these are the corner stones in the development of children. On our 460-acre camp, kids will find a place where they are welcomed and loved for who they are.

Our extensive activities and facilities include sports and games, arts, outdoor living, off-site adventure ...read moretrips, high ropes, swimming and boating, and so much more. Come see what YMCA Camp Mason is all about at an Open House or schedule a private tour. Join our camp family!

Camp Cayuga

Residential Coed Summer Camp, ages 6-16

Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania

Established in 1957

FIRST-TIME CAMPER GUARANTEE: Ages 6-16 * Separate Teen Campus * 100% Electives (5th grade & higher) * Over 60 Daily Activities: All Land & Water Sports, Horseback Riding, Trapeze, ATVs, Paintball, Skateboarding, Arts, Scuba & Survival Clinics * Flexible Sessions (2,4,6,8 weeks) * Specializing in First-Time Campers * Mature staff * Quality Instruction * Staff Ratio 1:4 * Great Value!

TEEN CAMPUS and JUNIOR CAMPUS: Two ...read moreseparate campuses on a 350-acre estate. Each campus provides a unique program catered to its age group.

CREATE YOUR OWN ACTIVITY SCHEDULE: Select your activities each morning after breakfast. You sign-up for activities with your friends, so you can attend the same activities together. If entering 4th grade or lower, you travel together with your cabin group to activities and your activity schedule is different each day of the week!

OVER 60 ACTIVITIES: Quality Instruction. All Land & Water Sports, Horseback Riding (no extra fee), Paintball, ATVs, Skateboarding, Flying Trapeze, Circus, Drama, Private Tennis Lessons, Rock Climbing, Zip-Line, Clinics (sports, scuba, survival), Intercamp Tournaments, Exciting Trips (baseball games, golf course, rafting, backpacking, etc.).

FACILITIES: Modern cabins, Pools, Lake, Stables (20+ horses), Tennis Center (10-courts), Skate Park, Gymnasiums, Flying Trapeze, Creative Arts Pavilions, Pottery (23 wheels), Bungee Trampoline, Dance Studio, High Ropes Course, Hockey Rink, and more.

American Dance Training Camp

Girls' Camp with Residential & Day Camp Sessions

AZ, CA, CO, IL, MD, NC, TX, VT, WI

Established in 2002

Hey girls ages 8 - 17! What are YOU doing this summer? You're invited to spend a week (or two or more!) with us at American Dance Training Camps - the ULTIMATE overnight dance camp!

At ADTC, you can share your love of dance, adventure, sun & summer fun with new friends and America's greatest dance teachers. In addition to core classes in contemporary, hip hop and jazz, campers choose between ballet, tap or world dance ...read morefor an elective dance discipline.

ADTC is open to dancers of ALL levels. Campers take four dance classes daily and at week's end they get to show off their new moves in a big Friday night performance for family, friends and fellow campers.

Outside of class, ADTC campers can enjoy swimming, hiking, horseback riding, tennis, paintball, kayaking, team events and more.

Come let go and dance! We hope to see you this summer!!

YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser

Residential Coed Summer Camp, ages 7-17

Reinholds, Pennsylvania

Established in 1948

Camp Conrad Weiser, part of the South Mountain YMCA Camps, is located on 600 mountaintop acres in Berks County, PA. Since 1948 boys and girls ages 7-17 have attended one or two-week sessions.

Campers choose from programs such as: swimming, athletics, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, horseback riding, creative arts, nature, high and low ropes, climbing, mountain biking/boarding, teen adventure, shooting sports and leadership. We also ...read moreoffer teen adventure trips and specialty camps. Campers live in modern cabins that accommodate up to 12 campers and two counselors.

Camp Kippewa for Girls

Residential girls' summer camp, ages 6-15

Monmouth, Maine

Established in 1957

Kippewa is a unique all-girls overnight camp in Maine for ages 6 to 15. Our two week camp, Camp Kippewa Point, offers a complete camp experience in just TWO WEEKS! Each session has a distinct beginning and end with campers arriving and departing together.

Camp Kippewa is a separate, 3 1/2 week camp. With our customized camping, girls create their own weekly schedule from a tremendous array of activities. All campers arrive and depart ...read moretogether enjoying their time at camp on the same schedule.

For both Camp Kippewa Point and Camp Kippewa, we offer extensive Arts programs with studio and fine arts & crafts, along with dance & theater. For Camp Kippewa 3 1/2 weeks - pnsite horseback riding facilities host an unbeatable Equestrian program where campers can ride daily. For both camps, Lake Cobbosseecontee is the perfect setting for top-notch Water Sports instruction in waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. Our programs also offer a variety of Land Sports including tennis, gymnastics, softball and lacrosse. Campers enjoy the natural setting of Maine with beach days, wilderness hikes, white water rafting, canoe trips and more.

The directors at Kippewa believe every girl needs a safe, fun place to make friends, to learn social, artistic, and athletic skills, and to take childhood's steps toward the independence of adulthood.

Our brother camp, Camp Cobbossee, is located just 1/2 mile down the road, also on Lake Cobbosseecontee.

French Woods Sports and Arts Center

Coed residential camp

Hancock, NY

Established in 2014

French Woods Sports and Arts Center is one of a dozen coed sleep-away camps in the USA that are specifically for teenagers. Campers ages 12-17 have the option of an affordable 2,4,6,8 and 10 week sessions.

The Camp is located 2.5 hours from New York City in the Catskill Mountains of New York State and offers the perfect balance of Summer Camp in the mountains with clean living and modern facilities.
French Woods Sports ...read moreand Arts Center has a fully elective program, which allows campers to choose from traditional and not-so-traditional summer camp activities. Exceptional programs are offered in Sports, Arts, Technology, Extreme Sports, Circus, Rock Music, Ropes and Challenge Course. Digital Music Production, Dance, Water Sports, DJ and Radio, Theater, Communications, Magic, Cooking, Fitness, Role Playing Games, and Equestrian. All this and more rolled up together into one incredible Summer Camp experience!

With outstanding modern facilities unequaled in camping, strong elective program options and a highly qualified experienced staff, French Woods Sports and Arts Center is an excellent choice when considering summer camps.

French Woods Sports and Arts Center provides the summer of a lifetime in a safe, supportive, supervised and age appropriate environment.

Camp Johnsonburg

Coed residential camp, ages 6-17

Johnsonburg, New Jersey

Established in 1959

Camp Johnsonburg is a beloved New Jersey summer camp now in our 63rd year of operation. Located only ten minutes from the Hackettstown and Hope exits off of I-80, our 300+ acre site features rolling hills, tranquil forest, and a glacially-carved, spring-fed lake. Unlike the corporate summer camps in the area, we are a local small business with local ties and community impact.Our summer camp program is defined by empathetic and well-trained counselors, ...read moretons of activities, and a small group model that allows kids to easily connect with each other and make new friends. Our private lake is a highlight, with paddleboards, inflatables to jump on, and clear water to swim in. We've got a pool as well, plus a towering high ropes course, 9 holes of disc golf, creative arts and crafts, and a whole lot more. Johnsonburg is a christian summer camp in the presbyterian tradition, and we welcome all.

Camp Tall Timbers

Coed Sleepaway Camp, ages 7-16

High View, West Virginia

Established in 1970

Camp Tall Timbers is an award winning and nationally accredited camp, celebrating over 50 years. Our 120 acre camp, nestled in the beautiful mountains of West Virginia's Eastern panhandle is filled with activities and adventures. Our counselors are well screened, trained, qualified and experienced professionals, including teachers, coaches and college students. With an emphasis on creating an environment that encourages independence, growth ...read moreand confidence, Camp Tall Timbers provides the opportunity for campers to create meaningful and lasting friendships, all while making memories and challenging themselves to push their limits. We are passionate about what we do and our families are forever a part of the CTT family. We are proud to have been recognized as a Top 50 Summer Camp in the United States, twice and being voted as the Best of Bethesda Summer Overnight Camp in 2017 & 2021 and Washington Families Best of 2018 & 2019 and 2022.

Camp Fitch YMCA

Residential Coed Summer Camp, ages 6-17

N. Springfield, Pennsylvania

Established in 1914

Camp Fitch's century-old, classic sleep-away summer camp provides boys and girls aged 6-16 with a holistically safe, values-driven community where they discover friendship and achievement. Kids feel like they belong here among our carefully vetted, highly committed, and caring staff who create transformative experiences on a gorgeous and well-maintained site on the shore of Lake Erie.

Most of our staff are college students: ...read moretomorrow's teachers and child-care experts who are selected for a proven track record of leadership and positive role-modeling. We require an intensive, on-site week long orientation and skill-building session for all of our staff who learn to listen to each child and create a nurturing environment.

While Camp Fitch offers an impressive array of activities at our Lake Erie waterfront; equestrian center; climbing tower; swimming pool; inland lake; and visual arts center; we recognize that these activities are a means to an end. The Fitch experience is designed to forge strong friendships that last a lifetime and solidify kids' growing sense that they can reach goals for which they have passion and apply persistence.

Parents rave about the value of the Fitch experience, often sharing with us that their children return home a more compassionate and communicative person.