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2015 Summer Camp Guide

April 24, 2015

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Camp Playland, New Canaan & Redding

Camp Playland is located on 18 beautifully wooded acres in New Canaan.  Owned and directed by the Bloom Family since 1957, Playland is a traditional summer day camp for boys and girls ages 3-14.  Activities include swimming in our three heated pools, athletics, archery, boating, fishing, ropes courses, golf, karate, arts & crafts, theater, science, and more!  Transportation and lunch is provided. Call (203) 966-2937 or email to visit. 

Camp Invention, Darien and Westport

An amazing weeklong summer adventure where elementary students will brainstorm, create and invent without limits! Children use real tools, circuits and materials from the Inventor Supply Room to build original prototypes. They also might take apart electronics to construct an epic, insect-themed pinball machine or create a multi-step invention to solve a challenge. 800.968.4332.

Camp Manitou, CT, NY, ME

Summer camp for boys ages 7 to 16, located in the beautiful Belgrade Lakes region of Maine. Founded in 1947, Manitou is one of the nation’s foremost camps. With outstanding summer camp staff, facilities, diverse programs and activities, you’ll understand why so many boys make Manitou their summer home. For more information, contact 800.326.1916.

Challenge camp, Westchester, NY

Celebrating its 34th year of offering summer enrichment learning opportunities for children aged 4-14 to realize their potential. Challenge Camp is located in Rye, New York on 18 picturesque acres. Over 100 courses ranging from architecture to chess to cooking to magic to model rocketry to video production among other options. There is also sports, bus transportation, early drop-off /extended day. 914-779-6024.

Chelsea Piers Connecticut, Stamford

20 different sports camps available, ranging from half-day programs for preschool-aged children, to full-day developmental and elite level camps, to two sport combo camps and advanced power and pre-season training camps. Swimming/gymnastics combo, two new preschool camps, and a two-week competitive swim camp have been added. Enjoy some of the best coaching in the world. 203.989.1000 or visit online.

Earthplace, Westport 

62-acre wildlife sanctuary for exploration, fun and learning including trail walks, animal encounters, a visit to the pond, arts and crafts, camp sing-a-long, playground time, and more. 203-557-4400.

ESF Summer Camps, Greenwich 

 

Award winning camps since 1982. With multiple programs to choose from, pick a favorite, mix-and match for the ultimate summer! ESF Greenwich offers camps and experiences for boys and girls ages 3-15. Mini Camp (age 3), Day Camp (ages 4-8), Sports Camps (ages 6-14), Senior Camp (ages 9-15), Major Camps (grades 2-10) and Tennis Camp (ages 6-15). Flexible scheduling. 1-9 week options. Extended day. Call 203-869-4444 or visit online.


Experience Camps for Grieving Children, ME

One-week summer camps for children who have lost a parent, sibling or loved one that help build confidence, encourage laughter, and navigate grief through friendship, teamwork, and activities. We provide support to grieving children through summer camps, year-round programs, and online support. Email 
info@manitouexperience.org


Lake Owego Camp , Greeley, PA

Spend the summer in the beautiful Pocono Mountains at Lake Owego Camp for Boys.  You name the land/water sport, outdoor adventure pursuit and camp craft…we’ve got it.  We have varying session lengths which allows for flexibility.  Close proximity to the New York Tri-State.  Campers and staff throughout the USA and world.  Campers will make new friends, hone athletics skills, and most importantly have FUN! Contact Jeff “Freedo” Freedman, director at jeff@lakeowego.com or 603-491-2542

 

Peak Performance, Stamford, Norwalk and Westport  

For kids ages 4-12, this camp offers a combination of traditional sports games like floor hockey, soccer, basketball, flag football, handball, and activities such as tag games, pinball, battleship, virtual space tag, and various cooperative games. Children are divided by age into small groups with 8:1 ratio of campers to coaches. 203-943-9598.

Sydney Johnson Basketball Camp, Fairfield

Fairfield University Men's Basketball Coach Sydney Johnson will conduct his annual boys basketball camp this summer, offering three sessions on the University campus. Two sessions will take place during July and one session in August. The camp is for boys age 6 years old to 9th grade. The day runs from 9 am to 3 pm. For more information contact Kyle Koncz at 203-254-4000, ext. 2791.  

Wakeman Town Farm, Westport

Learn about sustainable farming, planting and caring for an organic garden, feeding and caring for animals, and understanding the science behind raising a successful garden using both modern and time-honored technologies. Also enjoy games, crafts, and food preparation as well as more challenging projects, which incorporate building, science and environmental studies. Call 203.557.9195.

 

Westport Arts Center, Westport

With 10 camps in the mornings and afternoons for ages 4 to 12, children can explore new materials, techniques, and styles. Campers will make art inspired by the beach, animals, and world cultures. Enjoy LEGO Art and Experimental Materials, each with all new projects. 203.222.7070.

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