Summer Camp Scramble

In the middle of March it is hard to believe that summer camp programs are filling up.  Actually, many families begin enrolling their kids in February for June and July camps.  Today, because children's schedules are as hectic as those of their parents it takes research to find the right camp and be sure to sign up early!

There is a camp for everything today.  Most camps are segmented by age group and this has special implications for the overnight camps.  Beyond age group, there are camps focused on every kind of activity under the sun.  If kids are remotely interested you can find a summer camp that will dedicate several hours each day to pursuing that special interest.  For example, there are camps in rocket science & propulsion, biology, solar power, and engineering.  There are also more typical athletic camps like basketball, baseball and soccer.  What is offered in your region will depend on the availability of experts organizing and teaching the camps.

Not all camp directors are equal.  Some very specialized camps will have professors and teachers at the helm.  Special appearances, like college lectures, can be included to bring in the experts.  Other camp directors could be parents, volunteers or even high school or college students.  What is the focus of the camp and who will be attracted to working in that camp?  It is important to know who will be running the program from an educational standpoint as well as a supervision standpoint.