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SUMMER CAMP GUIDE 2018
The Daily Record provides information to help parents make decisions regarding which summer camps to attend in this comprehensive publication about summer fun and activity for the kids.
What you need to know in choosing a summer camp
Traditional versus specialty: What type of camp is best for your child?
SUMMER CAMP DIRECTORY
Anne Arundel County
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
Department of Recreation and Parks Summer Camps
1 Harry S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
410-222-7313
www.aacounty.org/recparks
Type: Day
Day camps, summer fun centers, adaptive camps and specialty camps for ages 6-21. Visit website for more information, including locations, ages, prices and dates.
ELKS CAMP BARRETT
Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Elks
Association
P.O. Box 258
Crownsville, MD 21032
410-224-2945
www.elkscampbarrett.org/summer-camp.html
Ages: Grade 4 through age 13
Type: Residential
Applications for campers can be made through local Elks lodges. This camp teaches campers about nature and teamwork, developing physical skills, fostering attitudes of patriotism and establishing self-esteem. Activities include aquatics, archery, arts/crafts, camping skills, computers, counselor training, hiking, leadership development, music, nature studies, riflery, swimming, team sports and teambuilding.
KIDS IN COLLEGE
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012-1895
410-777-2222
www.aacc.edu/kic
Grades: Pre-K-high school
Type: Day
Kids in College offers Anne Arundel County youth – from toddlers to teens – innovative academic enrichment through year-round courses and summer camps. From dancing to drama, sports to science, art to engineering, Lego, cooking, dinosaurs and reptiles – we’ve got something for everyone.
LEARN TO ROW DAY CAMP
Annapolis Junior Rowing
Camp Woodlands
2744 Riva Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
http://www.annapolisjuniorrowing.com/learn-to-row-camp/
Type: Open to students entering eighth to 12th grade with limited or no rowing experience. Learn the sport of rowing with coaches and members of Annapolis Junior Rowing Association. Spend time on the water and on land learning boat handling and rowing technique, general conditioning on the ergometer (rowing machine), and land-based workouts. End the week with a short race to test your rowing skill.
Baltimore City
SUMMER CAMP AT THE MARYLAND ZOO
1876 Mansion House Drive
Baltimore, MD
410-396-7102
Ages: Grade 2-8
Type: Day
Dates: Camps offered in July and August; Check website (July 9-Aug 3 for various grade groups and topics)
Camp activities include immersive zoo tours, behind-the-scene experiences, keeper chats, special up-close visits with animal ambassadors and more.
A CHILD’S PLACE SUMMER CAMP AT NOTRE DAME OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY
4701 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-532-5399
www.ndm.edu/about/lifelong-learning/a-childs-place/summer-camp/
Dates: June 12-Aug. 18; *Camp fills quickly (No extra charge for extended day)
Summer camp in a preschool setting with preschool teachers; five two-week themed sessions; art, craft projects, music, dramatic play, social skills, literacy, math, science, health, cooking, social studies, physical development, indoor and outdoor play, swimming for children 5 years and older; includes morning and afternoon snacks and beverages.
CAMP NOTRE DAME
4701 N. Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-532-5308
www.ndm.edu/campnotredame
Dates: June 18-Aug. 10
Ages: Coed, 5-11
Type: Day
Camp Notre Dame is pleased to offer swimming, sports, music and drama, arts and crafts, nature activities and special events to all campers. With a small camper-to-counselor ratio, each participant receives a great deal of individual attention.
STEM CAMP AT NOTRE DAME
4701 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-532-5399
www.ndm.edu/stemcamp
Dates: July 16-20: “Into the Woods”
Type: Day
Each day, campers will be introduced to a new STEM concept and will participate in hands-on learning.
CATHOLIC HIGH SUMMER CAMPS
2800 Edison Highway
Baltimore, MD 21213
410-732-6200
www.thecatholichighschool.org
Grades: Girls, entering grades 6-8
Type: Day
Stem exploration, basketball camp, science sampler
COPPERMINE SUMMER CAMP
Multiple locations: Bare Hills, Canton, Cross Keys, Falls Road
410-337-7781
www.copperminefieldhouse.com
Ages: Coed, 3-14
Type: Day
Various options including sailing, lacrosse, tennis, NFL flag football, dance and more
CYLBURN ARBORETUM ASSOCIATION
4915 Greenspring Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21209
410-367-2217
http://cylburn.org/nature-camp/
Ages: 5-10
Dates: June 18-July 20
Type: Full-day, half-day programs, with before and after child care available
Cylburn Nature Science Camps provide an outdoor experience for kids of many ages. Our camp combines hikes, science lessons, and art projects into a magical experience full of wonder and imagination. In addition to traditional nature camp we offer camp curricula specific to smaller age groups and an Art and Nature Camp. Cylburn’s Nature Camp focuses on the environment and teaches children (ages 5 to 11) knowledge of and respect for nature and their surroundings. They will explore our 200-acre park with counselors who will teach them about the plants and animals they encounter, fungi, weather, watershed issues, ecosystem balances, and more.
ESF SUMMER CAMPS AT GILMAN SCHOOL
Gilman School
5407 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-532-2300
www.esfcamps.com/Gilman
Ages: 3-15
Type: Day
Cost: Please call or check website
Day camp: art, sports, swimming, drama, science, world cultures. Senior camp: True Life Adventures in playwriting, traveling, digital photography and more. Daily activities: art, sports, swimming.
GILMAN SUMMER!
5407 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-323-3800
www.gilman.edu/GilmanSummer
Grades: Coed, K-12th
Type: Day
Dates: June 11-July 20
Cost: Varies by program
Gilman Summer! features enrichment and skill-building programs. Courses include art, outdoor adventure, STEM classes, SAT prep, English, math, foreign language, sports camps and more.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
The Bryn Mawr School
109 W. Melrose Ave
Baltimore, MD 21210
917-886-1669
https://www.brynmawrschool.org/page/student-life/summer-programs
Grades: Coed, Ages 3-15
Dates: June 18th-Aug 3rd
Little School Summer program as well as creative, science, performing arts, sports and more
RED HOT SUMMER CAMPS
Roland Park Country School
5204 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-323-5500
https://www.rpcs.org/page/community/red-hot-summer-camps
Grades: Coed, Preschool-12
Dates: June 25-Aug 10
Type: Day
Cost: Programs include Red Hot Summer Day Camp, Mini Camp, sports, baby-sitting and driver’s education.
JOHNS HOPKINS CENTER FOR TALENTED YOUTH (CTY)
(Maryland locations in Brooklandville, Baltimore City, Chestertown and Sandy Spring)
McAuley Hall
5801 Smith Ave., Suite 400
Baltimore, MD 21209
410-735-4100
http://cty.jhu.edu/summer/index.html
Dates: Three sessions, June 24-Aug. 10
Type: Day and residential
CTY’s 25 residential and day sites in the U.S. and Hong Kong serve thousands of students each year from all 50 states and dozens of countries around the world. Qualifying students come from all walks of life and a variety of educational backgrounds to spend three weeks immersing themselves in their academic passions, meeting others like themselves, and growing intellectually and personally. Outside of class, students participate in a full and fun social program at all locations, from sports and games to talent shows and band practice.
THE PARK SCHOOL OF BALTIMORE
Park Camps
2425 Old Court Road
Baltimore, MD 21208
410-339-4120
www.parkcamps.com
Ages 3 ½ and up
Type: Day
Dates: June 18-Aug. 3
Cost: Varies, see website for details.
Experience Park School’s unique approach to learning and growing amid the beauty and wonder of our 100-acre campus. Children enjoy summer experiences that have been thoughtfully designed just for them.
SUMMER AT FRIENDS CAMP
Friends School of Baltimore
5114 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-649-3218 or 410 649-3209; email [email protected]
www.fscamp.org
Ages: Coed, 4-13
Cost: Please call or check website
Dates: Summer 2018 calendar will be added in March 2018.
Summer at Friends Camp offers an outstanding program in a child-friendly setting with flexible scheduling and a great location. Day camps, technology, sports, drama, World Cultures, and more.
SUMMER CAMPS AT CURLEY
3701 Sinclair Lane
Baltimore, MD 21213
410-485-5000
www.archbishopcurley.org
Ages: 6-16, boys and girls
Types: Day
Athletic and enrichment camps
MERRITT ATHLETIC CLUBS – CANTON
3401 Boston St.
Baltimore, MD 21224
410-563-0225
www.merrittclubs.com
See website for more details on each locations camps.
Baltimore County
CAMP ARISTOTLE, BALTIMORE
The Auburn School, Baltimore Campus
7401 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21208
(410) 617.0418
[email protected] (www.theauburnschool.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=148)
www.camparistotle.org
Grades: K -9
Type: Day
Dates: July 3-Aug. 11
Offers full programs for rising kindergarteners through ninth graders. Camp is designed for children who experience challenges associated with Asperger’s Syndrome, HFA and ADHD or students who have trouble with peer relationships or impulse control. Not all campers have a formal diagnosis. Activities based on weekly themes and integrate social thinking and learning support throughout the day. Camp Aristotle fosters friendships, self-awareness, exploration and social success offering our campers a fun and fulfilling camp experience. Half day options available for kindergarteners.
CAMP JEMICY
11 Celadon Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-753-8032
www.jemicyschool.org/camps
Ages: Coed, 6-14
Type: Day
Dates: June 25-July 27
Camp Jemicy is run by Jemicy School, a leader in the education of children with dyslexia or other related language-based learning differences. The camp strives to (1) minimize summer learning loss by providing daily structured, sequential, multisensory skills instruction and tutoring in the key areas of reading, language skills, math, writing, science, and art tailored to each child’s needs; (2) build self-esteem and promote individual growth; and (3) offer an enjoyable, exciting, social and recreational/activity-based camp experience. Such activities include: art, swimming, outdoor adventure, woodshop, arts & crafts, field trips, games, hiking, sports, and drama.
J DAY CAMP
Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore
3506 Gwynnbrook Ave.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Www.jcc.org
Grades: K-8
Dates: June 25-August 17
J Camps offers over 10 camp options, all of which provide opportunities for discovery, personal growth, skill development, and fun.
CAMP PUH TOK
17433 Big Falls Road
Monkton, MD 21111
410-329-6590
www.camppuhtok.com
Ages: Coed, 5-16
Type: Day and residential
Dates: June 24-Aug. 17
Since 1942, Camp Puh Tok has provided young people and their families with fresh air, programs and fun. Campers take part in summer activities that emphasize leadership, teamwork, spirituality, appreciation of nature and discovering our American heritage.
GREENSPRING SUMMER FUN
Greenspring Montessori School
10807 Tony Drive
Lutherville, MD 21093
410-321-8555
https://www.greenspringmontessori.org/programs/summer-fun
Ages: Coed, 3-9
Type: School
Dates: June 25-Aug 10
Cost: Varies by age and program.
Animal adventures, science, cooking, carnival week and more
JA BIZTOWN SUMMER VENTURE
Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
10711 Red Run Blvd., Ste. 110
Owings Mills, MD 21117
https://www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-centralmaryland/ja-summer-camp
Dates:June 25-29, 2018
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Before and after-care included from 8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m.
Imagine getting your dream job, operating the business, marketing it, honing your money management skills and running an entire city. Junior Achievement of Central Maryland offers 9-to-12-year-olds the opportunity to do all this and more during its annual summer camp. Children will learn about business, financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship, and present their own business plans.
LAKESIDE DAY CAMP
Child Care International Ltd.
12006 Jenifer Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
410-252-2046
www.padoniaparkclub.com/daycamp.htm
Ages: Coed, 5-13
Type: Day
Dates: Coming soon
Featured activities include instructional and recreational swimming; creative arts; athletics; outdoor skills; climbing wall; drama and music; fun weekly themes; adventure camp, which includes target sports and zip line option for ages 9-13. Extended care included.
MCDONOGH SCHOOL CAMPS
McDonogh School
8600 McDonogh Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
443-544-7100
www.mcdonogh.org
Ages: 4-15
Type: Day
McDonogh offers an array of activities for all age groups. Specialty camps in academics and sports – including overnight camps – are available.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Irvine Nature Center
11201 Garrison Forest Road
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-738-9200
www.ExploreNature.org
Dates: June 11-Aug. 31
There are more than 40 sessions with trail walks, science experiments, nature games and crafts and encounters with animals.
SUMMER CAMPS AT GATORLAND
St. Paul’s School for Girls
11232 Falls Road
Brooklandville, MD 21022
410-823-6323
www.spsfg.org/summer
Type: Day; Coed and all girls
Dates: Dates vary, June-August
Grades: Rising kindergarteners to sixth graders.
Before and after care, multi-sibling and multi-week discount. Prices and ages vary.
Gatorland Day Camp, sports, arts, enrichment
Carroll County
ABC CARE CASCADE WATER CAMP
3000 Snydersburg Road
Hampstead, MD 21074
410-751-3700
www.abccareinc.com
Grades: Coed, K-8 (Children must be 5 by first day of camp)
Type: Day
Dates: June 20-Aug. 19
Cost: Please call or check website
ABC Care Cascade Water Camp offers two, three or four swim lessons per week, lake swimming, Splash Zone, numerous sports, nature activities and more. Every Monday is Field Trip Day featuring Super Sports highlighting different sport skills and techniques. Transportation available from Sacred Heart in Reisterstown or Cockeysville.
ABC CARE DEER PARK SPORTS & SWIM CAMP
2205 Sykesville Road
Westminster, MD 21157
410-751-3700
www.abccareinc.com
Grades Coed, K-5 (age 5 by first day of camp)
Type: Day
Dates: June 20-Aug. 19
Cost: Please call or check website
ABC Care Deer Park Swim Camp offers two swim lessons per week, three field trips to Cascade Lake per week with lake swimming, Splash Zone, numerous sports, sign language and more.
ABC CARE ELDERSBURG ADVENTURE CAMP AT PINEY RUN PARK
915 Liberty Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
410-751-3700
www.abccareinc.com
Grades Coed, K-8 (age 5 by first day of camp)
Type: Day
Dates: June 20-Aug. 19
Cost: Please call or check website
ABC Care Eldersburg Adventure Camp offers two field trips per week – swimming, bowling, golfing, roller skating, etc. Optional weekly swim lessons available, sports day every week, art activities, team building activities, sign language and more.
CARROLL COUNTY FARM MUSEUM
Living History Camp
500 S. Center St.
Westminster, MD 21157
410-386-3880
Ages: Grades 3-5
Type: Day
Dates: Check website for Sessions I-IV, dates vary by grade
This summer treat your child to a unique camping experience. Participants will explore the lifestyle of rural families in the late 1800s. Experience some of the early skills that were necessary for families living during this era. Participants will learn how to play old-fashioned games as well as create handcrafted items to take home. Camp sessions are limited to 48 students per each of the three sessions.
RIVER VALLEY RANCH
4443 Grave Run Road
Manchester, MD 21102
443-712-1010
www.rivervalleyranch.com
Ages: Coed. Day Camp, 4-10; residential, 7-17
Dates: Check website for dates
River Valley Ranch is a Christian, non-denominational camp that offers campers several age-appropriate summer camps with many options, including drama, rodeo, riding, paintball and skateboarding. Activities include Alpine climbing tower, skate parks, paintball, ropes course, swimming and the longest zip line on the East Coast.
Cecil County
GIRL SCOUTS’ CAMP CONOWINGO SUMMER RESIDENT CAMP
Conowingo, MD
www.gscm.org/camps
Phone: 410-358-9711
Grades: Open to all girls grades 1-12
Type: Residential
Dates: June 18-Aug 10
Camp Conowingo’s 600 wooded acres make it perfect for all girls to enjoy swimming, horseback riding, canoeing, archery, high and low ropes, arts and crafts, drama, and nature exploration. Led by experienced staff, the programs promote self-esteem as girls develop new skills, meet new friends and have a truly fun time.
NORTHBAY CHESAPEAKE WILDERNESS INSTITUTE
11 Horseshoe Point Lane
North East, MD 21901
443-674-9056
www.chesapeakewildernessinstitute.com
Ages: Coed, 12-17
Type: Residential
team building, hiking, climbing, paddling, tracking, sailing, snorkeling, songbird banding and more.
SANDY HILL CAMP
3380 Turkey Point Road
North East, MD 21901
410-287-5554
www.sandyhillcamp.com
Grades: Coed, 2-10
Type: Residential
Sail and water ski on the Chesapeake Bay, ride a horse, fly down the zip line, scale a 50-foot climbing tower or try other activities. Family-owned, ACA-accredited residential camp one hour from Baltimore offers action-packed one- and two-week sessions.
Frederick County
CATOCTIN QUAKER CAMP
12611 Tower Road
Thurmont, MD 21788
717-481-4870
www.bymcamps.org/catoctin
Ages: Coed, 9-14
Type: Residential
Catoctin offers in-camp and trip experiences. We backpack roads and trails; we canoe the Potomac, Rappahannock and Shenandoah rivers; and we give technical rock climbing instruction at several sites. Activities in camp include swimming, arts and crafts, informal music and drama, low-pressure athletics, and chores.
Harford County
HARFORD AREA DAY CAMP
Deep Space Drifters
Dates: June 18-22
Type: This is a traditional outdoor Girl Scout day camp that includes games, songs, crafts, outdoor cooking, and activities. Girls are placed in units of 18-24 by troop, grade level and/or buddies of the same age.
www.harfordareadaycamp
THE HIGHLANDS SCHOOL
2409 Creswell Road
Bel Air, MD 21015
410-836-1415
www.hsmd.org
Ages: Co-ed, 6-14
Type: Day and Extended Day
Cost: Varies depending on program(s) selected. Call for information.
At Mind Jump, you will master skills using a structured, sequential, individualized and multisensory instructional approach. You will improve reading, comprehension, writing, and math through tailored instruction designed to match your unique learning style. Mind Jump will ensure you get a jump start on the demands of the upcoming school year! Before and After Fun provided by The Y of Central Maryland. The Y will offer a variety of enrichment camps ranging from sports to science. You will enjoy a tailored camp experience that will lead to an unforgettable summer.
IT’S ALL FUN & GAMES CAMP
1810 Valleybrook Drive
P.O. Box 175
Kingsville, MD 21087
410-879-4460
www.funandgamescamp.com
Ages: Co-ed, 6–13
Type: Day
Dates: June 12- Aug. 18
Swimming, tennis, art, crafts, nature activities, individual and team sports, and field trips. Campers are grouped by age for most activities.
Howard County
UNDER THE SEA
Girl Scout Howard County Day Camp
Camp Ilchester
www.gshcdc.org
Dates: Session 1 — June 18-22; Session 2 – June 25-29
Type: Day
Crafts, games, archery, dance, songs, snow cones, outdoor cooking, STEM activities
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION CAMPS
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Grades: Coed, Pre-K-10
Type: Day, travel and overnight
More than 20 different programs that offer nature, sports, art, adventure, swimming, skateboarding, sailing, rock climbing, special needs, sleep away and much more! Before care and after care available. Accredited by the American Camp Association.
TERRAPIN ADVENTURES SUMMER CAMPS
Savage Mill
8600 Foundry St.
Savage, MD 20763
301-725-1313
www.terrapinadventures.com/camp.php
www.earthtreksclimbing.com
Ages: Coed, 8-15
Type: Day
Terrapin Adventures’ program provides campers with action-packed days filled with adventure.
Kent County
ECHO HILL CAMP
13655 Bloomingneck Road
Worton, MD 21678
410-348-5303
www.echohillcamp.com
Ages: Coed, 7-16
Type: Residential
Cost: Please call or check website
Echo Hill strives to provide an atmosphere in which a child seeks to acquire new physical or artistic skills. Activities include sailing, water-skiing, swimming, kayaking, fishing, crabbing, archery, arts and crafts, camping skills, canoeing, challenge/rope courses, counselor training, field trips, horseback riding, kayaking, music, paintball and field and team sports.
CAMP FAIRLEE
22242 Bay Shore Road
Chestertown, MD 21620
410-778-0566
www.de.easterseals.com/fairlee
Ages: 6 and older
Type: Residential
Easter Seals Camp Fairlee addresses the need for an accessible, traditional summer camp experience for children and adults with all types of disabilities. Located on 250 acres near Chestertown, camp activities include campfire sing-alongs, high ropes course, rock wall, swimming pool, canoeing, nature walks, arts and crafts, horseback riding and more. Camp Fairlee Manor provides a summer camp experience for participants while often providing respite for parents/caregivers. Two one-week sessions each summer for children with autism.
Montgomery County
BAR-T SUMMER CAMPS
18753 N. Frederick Ave., Suite 203
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
301-948-3172
www.bar-t.com
Grades: Coed, K-8
Type: Day
Dates: June 18-Aug. 17
Bar-T offers traditional summer camps for kids as well as awesome specialty camps including riding, POM (cheerleading/dance combo), baseball, basketball, soccer and rock climbing. Locations in Urbana and Gaithersburg; transportation provided from many convenient sites.
BARRIE DAY CAMP
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
301-576-2816
www.barrie.org/barrie-camp
Ages: Coed, 4-14
Type: Day
Barrie’s 45-acre campus offers woods and streams, playing fields, swimming pool, a pond for canoeing, and its own stables with horses and ponies. Comprehensive selection of programs in the day camp and specialty camps available for some age groups.
CAMP ARISTOTLE, SILVER SPRING
The Auburn School,
Silver Spring Campus
9545 Georgia Ave.
Silver Spring MD 20910
301-588-8048
www.camparistotle.org
Grades: K -9
Type: Day
Offers full programs for rising kindergarteners through ninth graders. Camp is designed for children who experience challenges associated with Asperger’s Syndrome, HFA, and ADHD, or students who have trouble with peer relationships or impulse control. Not all campers have a formal diagnosis. Activities based on weekly themes and integrate social thinking and learning support throughout the day. Camp Aristotle fosters friendships, self-awareness, exploration and social success offering our campers a fun and fulfilling camp experience. Half-day options available for kindergarteners. Camp runs late June to mid-August, 8.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., with aftercare options available.
CAMP CALLEVA
13015 Rileys Lock Road
Poolesville, MD 20837
301-216-1248
www.calleva.org
Ages: Coed, 4-17
Type: Day and overnight
Activities include mountain biking, kayaking, climbing/rappelling, hiking, camping, sustainable farming, green building, horseback riding (English), rafting and sailing. Calleva Leadership School (teens) offers weeklong high-adventure trips in each discipline designed to teach outdoor skills, enhance self-confidence and build leadership abilities. Explorer Camp for younger children and Cubs program available for 4 and 5 year olds.
COACH DOUG ACADEMY
Bauer Drive, Potomac & Clara Barton Community Centers
P.O. Box 61453
Potomac, MD 20859
301-983-2690
www.coachdoug.net
Ages: Coed, 3-12
Type: Half Day, full day, extended day
Get excited for age appropriate, non-competitive sports, games, arts and crafts and more designed for everyone’s enjoyment. Sports, rocketry and more
ESF SUMMER CAMPS AT GEORGETOWN PREP
Georgetown Prep School
10900 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD 20852
301-493-2525
www.esfcamps.com/GeorgetownPrep
Ages: Coed, 4-8 (Day Camp), 9-15 (Senior Camp), 8-14 (Major Camps)
Type: Day
Dates: June 18-Aug. 17
Cost: Varies by number of weeks selected; please call or visit website
Day camp, sports camp, senior camp, specialty major, tech camp, junior business academy
ROCKVILLE SCIENCE CENTER, INC.
Administrative Offices: Johns Hopkins Univ Montgomery County Campus
9601 Medical Center Drive, A/R #320
Rockville, MD 20850-3330
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1084
Rockville, MD 20849-7505
240-FUN-8111
Rockvillesciencecenter.org
Type: Day
Programs in robotics, geology, space science and astronomy. Activities year-round for all ages.
SUMMER AT SANDY SPRING
Sandy Spring Friends School
16923 Norwood Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
301-774-7455 ext. 167
www.summeratsandyspring.org
Grades: Coed, 3 year olds and pre-K – 12th grade
Type: Day
See website for more information.
VALLEY MILL CAMP
15101 Seneca Road
Germantown, MD 20874
301-948-0220
www.valleymill.com
Ages: Coed, 4-5, Boys, 6-14, Girls, 6-14
Type: Day
Featured activities include archery, camping skills/outdoor living, canoeing, climbing/rappelling, horseback riding (English), kayaking, instructional and recreational swimming, aquatic activities, arts and crafts, basketball, boating, counselor-in-training (CIT), drama, field trips, gymnastics, leadership development, nature/environmental studies, air rifle, sailing, soccer and team-building.
Prince George’s County
CAMP CORNERSTONE
Cornerstone Peaceful Bible Baptist Church
9010 Frank Tippett Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
301-868-8363
Ages: Coed, 5-12
Type: Day
Activities include academics, archery, arts and crafts, basketball, dance, drama, music and performing arts. Although this camp is sponsored by a church, many campers come from the surrounding community.
FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
5901 Westchester Park Drive
College Park, MD 20740
301-441-2100
www.friendscommunityschool.org
Ages: Coed, Pre-K-8
Type: Day
Dates: June -August
Camps include language, music, sciences and arts, and sports and recreation.
St. Mary’s County
STARMAKER SCHOOL FOR EARLY EDUCATION AT WILDEWOOD
23443 Cottonwood Parkway
California, MD 20619
301-863-7740
starmakerschool.org
Ages: Coed, 5-13
Type: Day
Our Summer Program is fun and intellectually stimulating and includes: Daily workbook hour prevents summer learning loss; morning and afternoon snack included. Lunch optional; local and in-house field trips for preschoolers
and schoolagers; and clubs – photography, science, gardening, cooking, sports, games.
Out-of-State
THE AUBURN SUMMER ACADEMY
The Auburn School, Fairfax Campus
3800 Concorde Parkway
Chantilly, VA 20151
703- 793-9353
www.camparistotle.org
Offers full-day programs for rising 9th-to-12th grade students. The summer program is designed to help students with challenges associated with Asperger’s Syndrome, high functioning autism, anxiety-related disorders, and ADHD begin their journey towards independent living. Students will be guided in their learning in a safe and fun environment. During the Auburn Summer Academy, students will begin to develop independent living skills. Through hands-on learning, we will introduce our students to some of the fundamentals of managing key aspects of their lives. Our program will cover various topics from personal hygiene to how to prepare a meal. Each topic has been specifically developed to guide our students in building their confidence as well as their skills.
CAMP ARISTOTLE, FAIRFAX
The Auburn School, Fairfax Campus
3800 Concorde Parkway
Chantilly, VA 20151
703- 793-9353
www.camparistotle.org
Grades: K -9
Type: Day
Offers full programs for rising kindergarteners through ninth graders. Camp is designed for children who experience challenges associated with Asperger’s Syndrome, HFA, and ADHD, or students who have trouble with peer relationships or impulse control. Not all campers have a formal diagnosis. Activities based on weekly themes and integrate social thinking and learning support throughout the day. Camp Aristotle fosters friendships, self-awareness, exploration and social success offering our campers a fun and fulfilling camp experience. Half day options available for kindergarteners.
MERCERSBURG SUMMER PROGRAMS
Mercersburg Academy
300 East Seminary St.
Mercersburg, PA 17236
717-328-6225
www.mercersburgsummer.com
Age: 6-17
Type: Day and residential
Offers adventure camps, language programs, theater and dance workshops, discovery camps and swim clinics.
THE PERKIOMEN SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS
Perkiomen Summer
200 Seminary St.
Pennsburg, PA 18073
215-679-1133
www.perkiomen.org
Type: Day and residential, one week to five weeks in length
Perkiomen Summer offers exciting courses designed to challenge and engage young people throughout the summer months. Participants engage in a variety of academic, creative and athletic activities allowing students to balance a variety of different interests.
THE GOW SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAM
The Gow School
2491 Emery Road
South Wales, NY 14139-0085
716-687-2001
http://www.gow.org/summer-programs/summer
Ages: Coed, 8-16
Type: Residential
Dates: July 1-Aug 4
The five-week session offers a balanced blend of academics and traditional camp activities for students who have experienced academic difficulties or have language-based learning disabilities that may include dyslexia, central auditory processing disorder, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADHD and ADD. Participants enjoy recreational activities each afternoon and evening and off campus trips on weekends.
Art
ANNMARIE GARDEN SUMMER ART CAMPS
Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park & Arts Center
In association with the Smithsonian Institution
P.O. Box 99
13480 Dowell Road
Dowell, MD 20629
410-326-4640
www.annmariegarden.org
Ages: Coed, 3-18
Type: Day
Cost: Please call or check website
Summertime at Annmarie Garden Art Camps offers fun, creative, educational and thoughtful activities in a nurturing, safe, relaxed environment in Solomons.
HABIMAH ARTS
Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore
3506 Gwynnbrook Ave.
Owings Mills, Md 21117
Www.jcc.org
Grades: 1-6
Young artists work with specialists from Baltimore’s top performing and visual arts organizations to enhance their skills and explore new horizons.
BALTIMORE BALLET CAMP
10534 York Road, Suite 201
Cockeysville, MD 21030
410-667-7974
www.baltimoreballet.com
Ages: Coed, 4-Adult
Type: Day
Dates: June 11-Aug. 4
Cost: Please call for details
Camps and classes for 3-year-olds through adults. Programs include ballet, pointe, pas de deux, repertoire, modern jazz and hip hop.
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION ART CAMP
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Ages: Grades 1-8
Type: Day
Dates: Five week-long sessions, June 19 through July 21; Two-week sessions also available
Printmaking, painting, 3-D design, collage, drawing, clay works, puppetry, skit creation
MERRITT ATHLETIC CLUBS
Dance Camps
(Locations in Towson, Eldersburg, White Marsh and Canton)
Towson: 410-821-0160
Eldersburg: 410-549-8855
www.merrittclubs.com
Type: Day
Cost: Varies by location; member discounts
Programs vary depending on location.
PEABODY PREPARATORY SUMMER SESSION
21 E. Mount Vernon Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-234-4630
www.peabody.jhu.edu/prepsummer
June 18-Aug 17
Ages: 2 months to adults
Type: Day or evening
Cost: Varies; check website for catalog
Music and dance instruction for children and adults. Private instruction and group classes available.
Related summer programs:
PEABODY PREPARATORY SUMMER PROGRAMS
http://peabody.jhu.edu/preparatory/summerprograms.html
Dates: June 18-Aug. 17
Type: Day
Beyond Technqiue (ballet), Paul Taylor’s AMreican Modern Dance Summer Intensive, workshops for high school and college singers, Peabody Piano Week, Summer Guitar Intensive and more
YOUNG ACTORS THEATRE
McDonogh School
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-998-3519
www.mcdonogh.org
Dates: June 18-July 15
Ages: Coed, 12-18
Type: Day
The very popular YAT offers quality instruction in all aspects of drama and musical theatre, culminating in a live performance of a Broadway musical. 2016’s selection will be GREASE.
YOUNG FILMMAKER’S CAMP
McDonogh School
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Dates: Session 1 — June 18-July 6; Session 2 — July 9-July 27
Ages: Coed, students entering grades 5-9
Young Filmmaker’s Camp focuses on scripting, filming, and editing imaginative and original films using IMovie. The session also includes Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premier Pro, Celtx script-writing programming, and active outdoor and indoor games. This is a great camp for young people who like to work collaboratively. All materials and equipment will be supplied by the camp. At the end of the session, all campers will go home with an DVD of their final film.
Christian
CAMP MANIDOKAN
United Methodist Church Camp
1600 Harpers Ferry Road
Knoxville, MD 21758
301-834-7244
www.bwccampsandretreats.com
Grades: Coed, 2-12 and family
Type: Residential
Manidokan, located on the Maryland side of the Potomac River, gives campers the experience of both mountains and riverfront excitement. Campers will experience a full week of fun, fellowship with new friends, amazing worship and daily Bible study, along with activities like swimming, hiking, games, a climbing wall, zip line, talent shows, campfires and more.
CAMP PECOMETH
136 Bookers Wharf Road
Centreville, MD 21617
410-556-6900
www.pecometh.org/best-week-ever
Grades: Coed, K-11th
Type: Day and residential
Fun and fellowship at this Christian camp include programs in adventure (challenge course, archery, cooperative sports), aquatics (crabbing, sailing, tubing, water-skiing, wakeboarding), specialty (horseback riding, DIY crafting, cooking, video game playing) and traditional camps. Come ready to swim, explore the outdoors, enjoy bible study, team-build on our challenge course, sing, and have the best week ever!
CAMP ST. CHARLES
P.O. Box 99
Issue, MD 20645
301-934-8799
www.campstcharles.org
Ages: Coed, 6-13
Type: Residential, Catholic
Kids share in caring for earth, sea, nature and one another. Activities include water sports, petting zoo, archery, arts/crafts, baseball/softball, basketball, boating, camping skills, canoeing, environmental education, challenge/rope courses, field trips, football, horseback riding, nature studies, riflery, stand up paddleboards, soccer, field and team sports, swimming, and fishing.
CAMP SONSHINE
Immanuel’s Church
16819 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20905
301-989-2267
www.campsonshine.org
Ages: Coed, 4-17
Type: Day
This Christian day camp, with locations in Silver Spring and Germantown, offers aquatic activities, archery, arts/crafts, basketball, boating, camping skills, canoeing, challenge/rope courses, climbing/rappelling, computer, counselor training, drama, field trips, nature studies, soccer, field and team sports and swimming. Overnight experiences and beach trips for teens.
CAMP WABANNA
101 Likes Road
Edgewater, MD 21037
410-798-0455
www.campwabanna.org
Ages: 4-13 (day); 7-15 (residential); 15-17 (Leaders in Training program)
Type: Day and residential
Wabanna Camp and Conference Center operates an eight-week summer camp for boys and girls ages 4-17, from mid-June to mid-August. Wabanna strives to provide an environment in which children and teenagers can benefit from both personal relationships and one-on-one discipleship and interaction. In addition to daily Bible studies, chapel services and devotional time, Wabanna offers a wide variety of team-building activities and events such as indoor and outdoor climbing walls, low- and high-element challenge courses, boating and tubing, sailing, canoeing and kayaking.
CAMP WRIGHT
Episcopal Diocese of Easton
400 Camp Wright Lane
Stevensville, MD 21666
410-643-4171
www.campwright.com
Grades: Coed, completed 1-11
Type: Day and Residential
Since 1930 Camp Wright has provided young people challenging and fun outdoor experiences in a Christian setting. All campers who attend will have the opportunity to build teamwork skills, develop self-esteem, foster creativity, and learn respect for the environment by participating in a variety of camp activities in small and large groups.
MAR-LU-RIDGE
3200 Mar-Lu-Ridge Road
Jefferson, MD 21755
301-874-5544
www.mar-lu-ridge.org
Ages: Coed, 6-17
Type: Day and residential
At Mar-Lu-Ridge, campers of all ages experience and engage in cooperative learning while participating in new activities, all in a safe, non-threatening, non-competitive and hands-on environment that builds campers’ confidence along with an understanding of what it means to live as a “community in Christ.” In addition to our regular basic camp session, we also offer many specialty camp sessions, including fishing, canoeing, adventure, science, art, horseback riding, bicycling and music camps.
THE MARSH
Sandy Cove Ministries
60 Sandy Cove Road
North East, MD 21901
800-234-2683
www.sandycove.org/themarsh
Ages: Coed, 4-14
Type: Day
The Marsh, a day camp at Sandy Cove, offers fun, challenge, excitement, and opportunities for learning and spiritual growth in an environment designed specifically for kids. With a ratio of one staff member for every six campers, we will get to know your child personally. Activities include archery, indoor climbing, cooking, nature studies, paddle boats, sports, swimming, zip line and religious study.
WEST RIVER CENTER
United Methodist Church Camp
5100 Chalk Point Road
West River, MD 20733
800-922-6795
www.funfriendsfaith.org
Grades: Coed, 2nd–12th, plus adult and family programs
Type: Residential
The camp is 17 miles south of Annapolis along one mile of waterfront on the West River just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. Campers will experience a full week of fun, fellowship with new friends, amazing worship and daily Bible study along with activities such as swimming, hiking, games, a climbing wall, a giant swing, paddleboards, canoeing, sailing, talent shows, campfires and more. Day camps and residential camps offered.
Jewish
BETH TFILOH CAMPS
400 Delight Meadows Road
Reisterstown, MD 21136
410-517-3451
www.btcamps.org
Ages: Coed, 4 – 15.
Type: Day
Cost: Varies with program and weeks chosen
Beth Tfiloh Camps offers a traditional day camp experience at our 60-acre campsite. Campers are supervised by teachers and certified instructors. Activities include arts and crafts, singing, cheerleading, nature, boating, sports, swimming, ropes course, Jewish culture. Specialty art, sports, survival, theater, and travel camp, leadership training. Supervised transportation door-to-door and from centralized stops to Baltimore and Howard Counties. Flexible enrollment, extended day.
BETH TFILOH NURSERY CAMP
3300 Old Court Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
410-517-3451
www.btcamps.org
Ages: Coed, 2-4
Type: Day
Cost: Varies with program and weeks chosen
Certified teachers create a nurturing environment and ensure a positive experience for campers ages 2 to 4. Physical education, water play, story time, arts and crafts, singing, nature, Shabbat celebrations. Campers use Beth Tfiloh School’s classrooms, gym, playground, and outside areas. Flexible enrollment, half-day, full-day, extended day.
CAMP AIRY
(Location: Thurmont, MD)
5750 Park Heights Ave., Suite 306
Baltimore, MD 21215
410-466-9010
www.airylouise.org
Ages: Boys, 7-17
Type: Residential
This residential camp for Jewish boys offers activities including aquatics, archery, backpacking, baseball, basketball, biking, camping skills, canoeing, challenge/rope courses, climbing/rappelling, field trips, football, golf, go-karts, hiking, hockey, martial arts, skating, soccer, field and team sports, paintball, swimming, tennis and fishing.
CAMP LOUISE
(Location: Western Maryland)
5750 Park Heights Ave., Suite 306
Baltimore, MD 21215
410-466-9010
www.airylouise.org
Ages: Girls, 7-17
Type: Residential
This residential camp for Jewish girls offers activities including aerobics, archery, arts/crafts, backpacking, camping skills, caving, ceramics/pottery, challenge/rope courses, climbing/rappelling, counselor training programs, dance, drama, drawing/painting, field trips, gymnastics, arts, multimedia, music, nature studies, performing arts, photography, rafting, soccer, field and team sports, swimming, teambuilding and tennis.
CAPITAL CAMPS
11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 407
Rockville, MD 20852
866-430-2267
www.capitalcamps.org
Grades: Coed, 2-10
Type: Residential
Offered in the Jewish-American tradition, this residential camp is located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. Featured activities include archery, arts/crafts, camping skills, ropes courses, leadership development, photography, aquatic activities, backpacking, sports, boating, climbing/rappelling, field trips, fishing, gymnastics, hiking, kayaking, martial arts, nature studies, rafting, religious study and wilderness trips.
GOLDSMITH EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER
Chizuk Amuno Congregation
8100 Stevenson Road
Baltimore, MD 21208
410-486-8642
www.chizukamuno.org
Ages: Coed, 18 months-5 years
Type: Day
Summer of a Thousand Smiles: The camp session features sports, drama, art, music, cooking, nature, water play and Shabbat within a creative and caring Jewish environment. Each camp week is filled with ruah and spirit and has a theme that emphasizes a Jewish communal value and a commitment to the Jewish people.
HABIMAH PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore
3506 Gwynnbrook Ave.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-559-3593
www.jcc.org/camps/arts-camp/
Dates: June 25-Aug. 17; Four 2-week sessions
Grades: Coed, Grades 1-8
Type: Day
Young artists work with visiting specialists from Baltimore’s top performing arts organizations to learn different techniques and gain new skills. Activities are intended to develop creativity, confidence and teamwork. Each session ends with an exciting performance showcase in the Gordon Center.
HABONIM DROR CAMP MOSHAVA
(Camp Location: Street, MD)
6101 Montrose Rd, Suite 200E
Rockville, MD 20852
301-348-7339 or 1-800-454-2205
www.CampMosh.org
Ages: 8 to 17
Cost: Varies, please call or check website.
Habonim Dror Camp Moshava is a unique Jewish camping experience where children (ages 8 to 17) engage in high-spirited, creative activities that challenge their minds and feed their souls. In a kibbutz-like environment dedicated to inclusion and social justice, campers develop a strong and personal connection to Israel and the Jewish people, gain leadership skills and self-confidence, form friendships that last a lifetime and have fun. Whether they are acting in skits around the campfire, tie-dying, playing softball, discussing Jewish history or getting messy from head to toe in an epic paint fight, our campers participate in a full range of creative, athletic, fun and thought-provoking activities. Located north of Baltimore on 267 acres of pristine Maryland wilderness, our campgrounds feature a private lake, athletic fields, swimming pools, hiking trails, organic garden, river, low ropes course, nature preserve and kosher kitchen. For more information, please visit www.campmosh.org
J DAY CAMP
Jewish Community Center
Reisterstown, MD 21136
410-559-2390
http://www.jcc.org/camps/owings-mills/j-day-camp
Dates: June 25-Aug. 17; four- to eight-week options
Grades: Coed, Pre-K-6th
Type: Day
At Camp Milldale, campers grow in an atmosphere that promotes self-confidence, integrity and respect for others. Age-appropriate daily activities include award-winning instructional swim lessons and free swim, arts & crafts, athletics, boating, a ropes challenge course, archery, music, cooking, Israeli culture and a myriad of afternoon electives options available for campers in grade 1-7.
NCSY SUMMER
www.ncsysummer.com
Grades: Coed
Type: Residential
Fourteen unique summer camps in U.S, Israel and Europe
Leadership
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION’S “CAMP MAKE A DIFFERENCE”
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Ages: Grades 6-8
Type: Day
Dates: Five week-long sessions, June 18 – July 20.
Combining recreational and volunteer experiences, campers participate in a minimum of four volunteer projects while learning about other service opportunities in Howard County. Campers also swim, play games and enjoy a Friday Field Trip.
CORNERSTONE LEADERSHIP IMPACT CAMP (CLIC)
9010 Frank Tippett Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
301- 868-8363
Ages: Coed, 13-15
Community service, life skills workshops, performing arts
HARGRAVE SUMMER SCHOOL AND CAMP
Hargrave Military Academy
200 Military Drive
Chatham, VA 24531
800-432-2480
www.hargrave.edu/summer-school
Grades: Males, 7-12
Dates: July 1-29
Type: Boarding, day
The Hargrave Summer School and Camp offers academic growth and outdoor challenges for all students. Students are exposed to a daily performance-enhancing structure and character development. The summer uniform is relaxed while offering access to Hargrave’s campus.
MASSANUTTEN MILITARY ACADEMY
614 S. Main Street
Woodstock, VA 22664
540.459.2167
www.militaryschool.com
Grades: Coed, Grades 6-12
Type: Residential, Day
At Massanutten Military Academy’s Summer Program, students can choose from four “schools within a school”: STEM, JROTC, Core Curriculum (traditional school subjects & electives), and ESL. The afternoon schedule includes sports, fitness, and recreational opportunities with new friends. Evenings are dedicated to individual supervised study time and leadership training. Weekends feature activities, both on and off campus. Total cost includes: tuition, room, board, uniform, weekend activities. Books and class & lab fees are billed after the session begins based on coursework selection. Visit our website for details on each program and how to apply!
MARYLAND LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS
(Location: Washington College, Chestertown, Md.)
P.O. Box 1792
Germantown, MD 20874
301-444-8623
www.mlw.org
Grades: Coed, 6th-12th
Type: Residential
Three weeklong workshops — the Middle School Experience in Leadership, the Senior High Workshop and the Advanced Leadership Seminar — develop skills to help students excel as leaders in their schools and communities. Through innovative leadership activities and engaging group challenges, students interact with both peers and staff while developing a unique leadership style.
SENIOR HIGH LEADERSHIP AT CAMP WRIGHT
Episcopal Diocese of Easton
400 Camp Wright Lane
Stevensville, MD 21666
410- 643-4171
www.campwright.com
Grades: Coed, must have completed grades 9-11
Type: Residential
The first step in the journey to becoming a Camp Wright Counselor in Training. Session helps campers develop skills important for work at camp, peer mediation, school and community leadership. Highlights: ropes course, service project and evening program planning for junior campers. Program focuses on servant leadership as Jesus taught.
Nature
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION NATURE CAMPS
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Ages: Coed, Pre-K-6
Cost: Varies
A variety of programs ranging from “Nature Tots” for pre-K to nature camps at Lake Elkhorn and Wilde Lake Park, which are for for K-6 and include an overnight on the first Thursday of each two-week session. “Access to Nature Camp” is specially designed for campers with disabilities.
GENESEE VALLEY OUTDOOR
Learning Center
1717 Rayville Road
Parkton, MD 21120
410-343-0138
www.geneseevalley.org
Ages: Coed, 4-17
Type: Day
Discover the wonders of the great outdoors by exploring Genesee’s 300 acres of forests, trails, lakes, farmland and fields. Adventure ropes course is composed of over 50 elements, including low ropes team-building challenges, climbing walls, wire bridges, aerial obstacles and zip lines. Activities also include swimming, boating, fishing, archery, arts and crafts and horseback riding.
NATURE CAMPS, INC.
17433 Big Falls Road
Monkton, MD 21111
410-935-1545
www.naturecamps.com
www.facebook/nature.camps.inc
Ages: 4-16
Nature Camps is the unique source for all your family outdoor experiences and education. Celebrating our 40th Anniversary. Hiking, exploring, adventure challenge ropes course, self-confidence building and group problem-solving, natural crafts, swimming, canoeing, biking, carving, nature journal drawing and writing, dreaming, story-telling, traditional tool making, family overnights and more.
MARINE ADVENTURE OVERNIGHT DAY CAMPS
Chincoteague Bay Field Station
34001 Mill Dam Road
Wallops Island, VA 23337
757-824-5636
www.cbfieldstation.org
Ages: 4-16, Camp Little Feet for babies and toddlers
Type: Day and Residential
A variety of traditional summer camps, day camps and family camps give all campers a hands-on, feet-wet learning experience. Explore the variety of barrier island environments, ranging from sandy beaches to protected wetlands. Come face-to-face with many of the wondrous marine organisms that call Chincoteague, Assateague and Wallops islands home.
STEM
CAMP INVENTION
800-968-4332
www.campinvention.org
Grades: Coed, K-6
Type: Day, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: Check individual listings on our website. Discounts available.
Led by local educators in schools throughout Maryland, the weeklong Camp Invention experience immerses elementary school children in exciting hands-on activities that reinvent summer fun. A few featured activities include building original prototypes, creating a personalized motor-powered vehicle and taking apart electronics to construct an epic insect-themed pinball machine. Each lesson explores connections between science, technology, engineering and innovation.
CHALLENGER SPACE AND ROCKETRY
Coach Doug Academy
P.O. Box 61453
Potomac, MD 20859
301- 983-2690
www.coachdoug.net
Ages: Coed, 5-12
Type: Half Day, Full Day, Extended Day
Camp Challenger combines sports, space science and computer technology in a weeklong day camp program focusing on developing team-building skills. This program is especially designed to demonstrate the role that a cooperative team effort plays in scientific endeavors, in everyday life and on the sports field. Build and launch a model rocket this summer.
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION CAMPS
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Cost: Varies
“S.T.E.A.M.” is for grades 3-5 and provides campers with opportunities to engage in hands-on learning while encouraging investigation and discovery. “Little Explorers” is for grades 1-3 and gives campers a diverse array of fun activities infused with creative academics. Swim time is also provided for both camps.
MARYLAND SCIENCE CENTER
601 Light St.
Baltimore, MD
410-545-5946
www.marylandsciencecenter.org
Ages: Coed, 4-13
Dates: July 2-Aug. 10
Type: Full-day and half-day week-long sessions; extended care available
Dozens of fun, age-appropriate programs, including Science Underground, Skywalker’s Galaxy and Charm City science.
TIC SUMMER TECHNOLOGY CAMP
French International School
9600 Forest Road
Bethesda, MD 20814
703-241-5542
www.ticcamp.com
Ages: Coed, 7-15
Type: Day
A well-known technology day camp with a staff ratio of 4-to-1. Featured programs include animation, digital music, digital arts, programming, robotics, filmmaking and web development, and other activities.
Sports
SPORTS CAMP
McDonogh School
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-998-3519
www.mcdonogh.org
Dates: June 18-July 27
Ages: Coed, 8-13
Type: Day
Camps include beginner and advanced levels in various sports including tennis, badminton, golf, swimming, soccer, and fencing.
BALTIMORE COUNTY SAILING CENTER CAMPS
Rocky Point Park
2200 Rocky Point Road
Essex, MD
410-391-0196
www.bcsailing.org
Ages: Coed, 6-18
Type: Day
Beginner and intermediate learn-to-sail camps and more
BALTIMORE FITNESS & TENNIS
Summer Tennis Camp
1726 Reisterstown Road
Pikesville, MD 21208
410-653-0166
www.fitnessandtennis.com
Ages: Coed, 4-17
Type: Day
In addition to tennis instruction with the best pros in Baltimore, campers participate in a weekly Carnival Day with other sports and Color War competition.
BAR-T SPORTS CAMPS
18753 North Frederick Ave., Suite 203
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
301- 948-3172
www.bar-t.com
Grades: K-8
Type: Day
Dates: June 18-Aug. 23
Bar-T specialty sports camps offer the best of traditional summer camps combine with the expert guidance and coaching staff of sport-specific camp. These camps include baseball, basketball, riding, soccer, POM (cheerleading/dance combo), rock climbing, survival, fly fishing and cheerleading.
CHARM CITY BASKETBALL CAMP
443-520-2464
www.charmcitybasketball.com
Ages: Boys and girls, 7-15
Type: Day
Camp includes instructional guard and post position development stations, nationally recognized speakers and daily contests in each age/skill group. Beginner, intermediate and advanced players welcome.
COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION SPORTS CAMPS
10221 Wincopin Circle
Columbia, MD 21044
410-715-3165
www.columbiacamps.org
Ages: Coed, Pre-K-10
Type: Day
Cost: Varies
A large variety of programs including basketball, golf, tennis, sailing, skateboarding, swimming and more.
ESF SUMMER CAMPS/SPORTS
(Two locations)
Gilman School
5407 Roland Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21210
410-532-2300
www.esfcamps.com/Gilman
or
Georgetown Prep School
10900 Rockville Pike
North Bethesda, MD 20852
301-493-2525
www.esfcamps.com/GeorgetownPrep
Ages: Coed, 6-14
Type: Day
Cost: Varies by number of weeks; please call or check website
Campers will partake in multiple sports each week, including baseball, basketball, flag football, lacrosse, golf, team handball, soccer, street hockey and swimming.
EQUILIBRIUM SUMMER HORSE RIDING CAMP
1685 Underwood Road
Gambrills, MD 21054
410-721-0885
equilibriumhorse.com
Ages: Coed, 6-16
Type: Day
Full-day campers will spend four hours a day riding. Additional time is spent learning various aspects of stable management and horse care and joining in other fun horse activities and games.
HORSE SUMMER CAMP
Woodland Horse Center
16301 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20905
301-421-9156
www.woodlandhorse.com/camps.html
Ages: 5-15
Type: Day
Woodland Horse Center is located on a 25-acre estate eight miles north of the Capital Beltway. Facilities include lighted outdoor ring, dressage ring, indoor ring, fields for riding and a convenient trail system.
KARATE AND MORE CAMP
Merritt Athletic Clubs- Canton
3401 Boston St.
Baltimore, MD 21224
410-563-0225 or email vbuenger@
merrittclubs.com
www.merrittclubs.com
Ages: 6-14
The children will work on learning the basic techniques of the traditional Japanese style of martial arts. Each day during the physical portion of the class, students will be given their belt materials. A portion of the time will be dedicated to drills and games that work to improve motor skills.
KIDS, KEYS N SPORTS
Coach Doug Academy
Cabin John MS & Lakewood ES
P.O. Box 61453 Potomac, MD 20859
301-983-2690
www.coachdoug.net
Ages: Coed, 8-12
Type: Day
Description: A perennial favorite for more than 20 years, this Coach Doug Camp exercises your child’s body as well as his/her mind. The program alternates self-paced and entertaining computer keyboarding practice with coaching in your child’s favorite sports. Sports vary and include soccer, hockey, basketball, lacrosse and more. Kids improve skills in a non-competitive environment that stresses teamwork, skill enhancement and cooperation.
MACCABI SPORTS CAMP
Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore
3506 Gwynnbrook Ave.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-559-3538
www.jcc.org/camps
Dates: June 25-Aug. 17, one- to eight-week options
Ages: Grades 1-6
Type: Day
Free express bus service from Pikesville and Mt. Washington area available. Campers receive individualize expert coaching in a supportive environment Focus is on skill development, teamwork and good sportsmanship. Each week features a different sports theme including Soccer, Baseball, Football and Olympics.
MAST TENNIS ACADEMY
P.O. box 278
Phoenix, MD 21131
410-510-7199
www.masttennisacademy.com
Ages: Coed, 4-16
Type: Day
Sports, specifically tennis, can raise a child’s self-esteem. Our goal is to bring out each child’s full potential while patiently guiding and teaching the sport of tennis. Four locations through Baltimore County and city.
MERRITT ATHLETIC CLUBS
Various locations
8757 Mylander Lane
Towson, MD 21286
410-821-0160
www.merrittclubs.com
Ages: Coed, 8-14
Type: Day
Sports camps, day camps, junior life guarding
TENNIS CAMPS
Jewish Community Center of Greater Baltimore
3506 Gwynnbrook Ave.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
410-559-3538
www.jcc.org/camps
Dates: June 11-Aug. 24
Ages: Coed, 3-14
Type: Day
Camps include Munchkin for 3-5 year olds and tennis and tennis & sport for those between ages of 5-14.
NAVY BOYS CREW
Navy Rowing for Girls
U.S. Naval Academy
Ricketts Hall
566 Brownson Road
Annapolis, MD 21402
410-293-3636
www.navycrewcamp.org
Ages: 13-18
Type: Residential
Campers of all abilities will be thoroughly schooled in all aspects of rowing – technical, mental and physical.
PLAY BY PLAY SPORTS
Broadcasting Camp
College of Notre Dame
4701 N. Charles St.
Baltimore, MD 21210
800-319-0884
www.playbyplaycamps.com
Dates: June 25-29
Ages: Coed, 10-18
Type: Day and residential
Learn from the pros in the sports broadcasting industry. Meet sports celebrities. Make play-by-play tapes of the Super Bowl and NBA Finals. Make sports anchor tapes from a TV studio. Make reporting tapes from a professional stadium. Participate in sports talk radio shows, trivia, Stump-the-Schwab contests and more.
REDDEMEADE EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Summer Horse Camp
1701 Ednor Road
Silver Spring, MD 20905
301-421-4481
www.reddemeade.com
Dates: June 18-Aug. 24
Ages: Coed, 7-14
Type: Day
Fully licensed summer camp program is designed to be fun as well as educational for everyone, from first-time rider to experienced competitor. We cover all aspects of horsemanship, using both mounted and unmounted learning techniques. Students may ride twice per day in addition to unmounted lessons. Our facilities include air conditioned areas for hot days, a 240′ indoor arena for rainy days as well as multiple outdoor arenas and trails.
REVOLUTION FIELD
Hockey Camps
1700 Post Road, Suite D-5
Fairfield, CT 06824
(Six locations in Maryland)
www.fhcamps.com
800-944-7112
Ages: Girls, 10-18
A network of instructors execute a core program covering all aspects of the game, including individual skills, teamwork and conditioning.
RIPKEN CAMPS
873 Long Drive
Aberdeen, MD 21001
www.ripkenbaseball.com/camps
Ages: Coed, 7-18
Type: Day and Residential
Several sessions available
Students will experience daily hands-on instruction from our former major league staff, concentrating on the game’s fundamentals as well as the values of hard work, persistence, preparation and teamwork — lessons that will last a lifetime on and off the field.
YMCA
Y of Central Maryland
The Y of Central Maryland runs so many camps for so many children that we list them separately below.
Weekly sessions run June 12-Sept. 1. Be sure to check out ymaryland.org for the latest camp offers.
The types of Y Camps and activities offered vary by location and camp setting. For complete details on Y Camps, visit ymaryland.org or call your nearest Family Center Y.
DAY CAMPS
Campers enjoy activities designed around fun weekly themes filled with new discoveries!
Buccaneers — Ages 4-5
(entering grade K)
Pioneers – Ages 6-8
(entering grades 1-3)
Rangers – Ages 10-12
(entering grades 4-6)
Day camp activities include games, arts & crafts, skits, water activities, nature exploration and more.
DAY TRIPS & TEEN CAMPS
Explorers – Ages 9-11
(entering grades 4-6)
Adventurers – Ages 12-15
(entering grades 7-10)
Campers travel off-site up to three times a week to destinations like water parks, museums, miniature golf, skating and more.
Navigators – Ages 14-17
(entering grade 9-12)
Campers receive training and hands-on experience working alongside a Y Camp counselor, plus earn up to 25 service hours per week.
OVERNIGHT CAMP
Camp Hashawha – Ages 8-15
Enjoy the ultimate overnight camping experience! Camp Hashawha is located in Carroll County, MD and includes activities like canoeing, fishing, campfires, swimming, archery and more. Weekly sessions.
SPORTS CAMPS
Half Day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm)
Full Day (9am- 4pm)
Backyard Games – Ages 6-11
Enjoy games like cornhole, ladderball, bocce ball, flying discs and more!
Basketball – Ages 6-7, 8-11
Refine your skills to help you get to the next level of the game.
Flag Football – Ages 6-11
Rotate through stations working on fundamentals, conditioning and strength.
Rock Wall – Ages 6-11
Safely learn basic climbing techniques while being challenged with drills and games.
Soccer – Ages 6-7, 8-11
Improve skills including dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control.
Sports Mix – Ages 6-7, 8-11
Play a variety of sports.
Golf Camp – Ages 12-15
Learn and improve skills including putting, driving, wedging and more. Camp takes place at Hill Family Center Y and McDaniel College in Westminster.
SWIM CAMPS
Half Day (9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm)
Full Day (9am- 4pm)
BEGIN TO SWIM – AGES 6-7, 8-11
For children with little to no swimming experience. Focus on floating, body position, breath control and paddle stroke.
Competitive Swim – Ages 6-7, 8-11
For children interested or involved in competitive swimming. Focus on stroke development, endurance, flip turns and diving.
Water Games – Ages 6-7, 8-11
Jump in and soak up the fun. Enjoy water games, water sports and more!
CREATIVE EXPRESSION CAMPS
Art Mix – Ages 6-8, 9-11
Drawing, sketching, weaving, printing, collage and more!
Curtain Call – Ages 6-11
Explore monologues, dialogues, props and costume design.
Think You Can Dance? – Ages 6-8, 9-11 Get your body moving with toe-tapping new steps, new styles and new friends!
Y SCIENCE CAMPS
Animals A to Zoo – Ages 6-8, 9-11
Perfect camp for the animal lovers!.
Kitchen Chemistry – Ages 6-8, 9-11
Learn the science behind cooking.
Emerging Engineers – Ages 9-11
Complete a series of engineering challenges while learning how the pro’s do it!
Y CAMP LOCATIONS
Y Camps are offered in three different camp settings: Great Outdoors (GO) natural, outdoor camp environments; The Lodge (TL) mainly indoor or mainly outdoor camps at schools and other locations;
Activity Central (AC) mainly outdoor camps at Family Center Ys.
ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY
(443) 322-8000
Camp Whippoorwill (GO)
520 Lake Shore Dr.
Pasadena, MD 21122
Grace Pointe Community
Church (TL)
61 Gambrills Road
Severn, MD 21144
Greater Annapolis Family Center Y (AC)
1209 Ritchie Hwy.
Arnold, MD 21012
Sandy Point State Park (GO)
1100 East College Pkwy.
Annapolis, MD 21041
(transportation available)
BALTIMORE CITY
(410) 889-9622
Weinberg Family Center Y (AC)
900 E. 33rd St.
Baltimore, MD 21218
BALTIMORE COUNTY
Parkville Family Center Y (AC)
8910 Waltham Woods Rd.
Parkville, MD 21234
410-663-1300
Perry Hall Family Center Y (TL)
4375 Ebenezer Rd.
Perry Hall, MD 21234
410-529-1999
Immanuel Baptist Church (GO)
5050 Bucks School House Rd.
Baltimore, MD 21237
410-529-1999
The Orokawa Family Center Y (AC)
600 W. Chesapeake Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
410-823-8870
Catonsville Camp at St. John’s United Church of Christ (AC)
1000 S. Rolling Rd.
Catonsville, MD 21228
410-747-9622
CARROLL COUNTY
(410) 848-3660
Hill Family Center Y (AC)
1719 Sykesville Rd.
Westminster, MD 21157
HARFORD COUNTY
(410) 679-9622
Rockfield Manor (TL)
501 E. Churchville Rd.
Bel Air, MD 21014
The Highlands School (TL)
2904 Creswell Rd.
Bel Air, MD 21015
Ward Family Center Y (AC)
101 Walter Ward Blvd.
Abingdon, MD 21009
HOWARD COUNTY
(410) 465-4334
Camp Ilchester (GO)
5042 Ilchester Rd.
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Dancel Family Center Y (AC)
4331 Montgomery Rd.
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Our Lady of Perpetual Help (TL)
4795 Ilchester Road
Ellicott City, MD 21043
St. John’s Parish Day School (TL)
9130 Frederick Rd.
Ellicott City, MD 21042
OVERNIGHT CAMP
Call any Family Center Y
Camp Hashawha (GO)
300 John Owings Rd.
Westminster, MD 21158
4-H
4-H CAMP LOCATIONS
4-H camps in Maryland are organized by the University of Maryland Extension. The Maryland 4-H Youth Development website is www.maryland4h.org and the phone number is (301) 314-9070.
CARROLL COUNTY 4-H YOUTH
DEVELOPMENT CAMP
700 Agriculture Center
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-2760
Ages: 8-14
Season: June-July
Activities include aquatics, arts and crafts, camping skills/outdoor living, canoeing, hiking, leadership development, nature/environmental studies, recreational swimming, team-building, drama and performing arts.
EASTERN SHORE 4-H CAMP
P.O. Box 299
Cambridge, MD 21613
(410) 228-8800
Ages: 8-13
Season: June
Activities include arts and crafts, camping skills/outdoor living,
canoeing, hiking, leadership
development, nature/environmental studies, team-building, archery, drama and performing arts.
FREDERICK COUNTY 4-H CAMP
330 Montevue Lane
Frederick, MD 21702
(301) 600-1594
Ages: 8-18
Season: July
Activities include arts and crafts, camping skills/outdoor living, leadership development, nature/environmental studies, recreational swimming, team-building, drama, drawing/painting and hiking.
HARFORD COUNTY 4-H CAMP
2335 Rock Spring Road
Forest Hill, MD 21050
(410) 638-3255
www.harford4hcamp.org
Ages: 8-18
Season: June-August
Activities include aquatics, archery, arts and crafts, camping skills/outdoor living, leadership development, model rocketry, music and nature/environmental studies.
MARYLAND 4-H DAY CAMPS
8020 Greenmead Drive
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 314-7819
Ages: 8-12
Season: June-August
Program focuses on life skill development, responsibility, team-building, self-esteem, leadership and cooperation.
PATUXENT RIVER 4-H CAMP
18405 Queen Anne Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 390-7259
Ages: 8-14
Season: June-August
Patuxent River 4-H Camp offers a traditional camp program that emphasizes environmental awareness. Activities include archery, arts/crafts, team-building, hiking, leadership development, and nature studies.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY 4-H CAMP
6707 Groveton Drive
Clinton, MD 20735
(301) 868-9636
Ages: 8-18
Season: June-August
Location: Frederick
In this weeklong residential camp,
children can participate in activities
including aerobics/exercise, arts/crafts, dance, hiking, leadership development, performing arts, team-building and
basketball.
WESTERN MARYLAND 4-H CAMP
8020 Greenmead Drive
College Park, MD 20740
(301) 334-6960
Ages: 8-18
Season: April-October
Location: Swanton
In this weeklong residential camp, children can participate in activities such as aerobics/exercise, aquatic activities, archery, arts/crafts, backpacking, camping skills/outdoor living, canoeing, challenge/rope courses, dance, hiking, leadership development, model rocketry, nature studies, performing arts, riflery, swimming, team-building and fishing.
