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Many of our Pennsylvania Overnight Camps offer Winter Overnight Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in January, 2026.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Overnight Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter dates, times and availability.
Many of our Overnight Camps will be hosting Winter Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for January, 2026.
Many of our Best Pennsylvania Summer Overnight Camps also offer Year Round Overnight Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Overnight Programs, too.
Searching for Pennsylvania Overnight Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Overnight Camps are now listing their 2026 Winter Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL PA Camps with Winter Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
Visit Our Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Camp Grants and Scholarships Website
215-832-0570
whoffman[AT]jewishphilly.org
200 Overnight Camps Nationwide & 8 Day Camps in the Philadelphia Area
Philadelphia Area, PA
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2100 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
CAMPER AGES: For One Happy Camper, any grade up through grade 11. For our need-based scholarships, ages 5-19.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Traditional day, overnight and specialty camp scholarship opportunities.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish. Foundation for Jewish Camp
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: For close to ten years, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia has provided incentive grants and need-based scholarships to send thousands of kids to Jewish summer camp. As one of the first communities to join the Foundation for Jewish Camp’s One Happy Camper program, our community with the support of lead donor, the Neubauer Family Foundation, provides either a $700 or $1,000 incentive grant for first-time campers to experience (and hopefully fall in love with) with an overnight camp experience that’s right for them.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Scholarships available, please apply.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Scholarships Available For Over 200 Summer Camps, Including Special Interest Camps.
CAMP LOCATION: 200 overnight camps nationwide, and 8 day camps in the Philadelphia area.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Scholarships available, please apply.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia offers need-based scholarships that cover between 10% and 30% of the cost of camp, working to ensure that camp remains a viable option for families of all financial backgrounds
There are close to two hundred Jewish overnight camping options that campers can pick from with six major camps located right in Philadelphia’s backyard, only 1 to 3 hours away: Camp Galil, Pinemere Camp, Golden Slipper Camp, Camp Ramah in the Poconos, URJ Camp Harlam, and Camp JRF. Each one offers campers a unique experience based on its environment, Jewish programming, and size. “Jewish camp” is anything but a monolithic term and lest one have the idea that Jewish camp connotes hours of studying the Torah or daily Hebrew lessons, this could not be further from the truth.
There’s swimming, sports, arts and crafts, singing, and campfires. Everything you’d expect from a fun and enriching summer experience. And if your child has specific interests, there are now even “speciality camps” located across the country that focus on everything from science and technology to the arts, all with a Jewish focus.
And kids don’t need to go to overnight camp to have an impactful and fun summer experience. In the Philadelphia area alone are 8 day camps with a variety of programs to suit children at almost every age, pre-K through teens.
For all of these summer experience, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia offers need-based scholarships that cover between 10% and 30% of the cost of camp, working to ensure that camp remains a viable option for families of all financial backgrounds. Ask many Jewish adults what was a defining part of their childhood and many of them will say “summer camp.” It’s the perfect place for a child to connect to their identity and culture, while having an amazing summer that they will want to tell all their friends about.
Please visit our grants and scholarships pages for complete information, at Our Camp Website Link: www.jewishphilly.org.
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Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia Camp Grants and Scholarships
Please note that our list of 2026 Pennsylvania Overnight Camps also includes information on Pennsylvania Overnight Camp Scholarships, Financial Aid, and other 'Campership' or Financial Assistance. Look within each camp's description for the CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE heading.
Visit Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Website
1-888-709-8324
info[AT]iDTech.com
Held at 150+ prestigious campuses nationwide
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, NV, NH, NJ, NY, NC, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 6-18 Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Half-Day & Full-Day, Overnight, and Weekend programs available.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU. Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps are located at prestigious campuses nationwide. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.idtech.com to find a location near you.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camps are held on university and school campuses. Most overnight campers stay in dorms and get the "college experience".
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: iD Tech is the world leader in summer STEM education, with 400,000 alumni since 1999, and 150 prestigious campus locations including Stanford, Caltech, and NYU.
Students ages 7-19 learn to code, design video games and Fortnite-inspired levels, mod Minecraft, create with Roblox, engineer robots, model and print 3D characters, work with AI and machine learning, and more! Weeklong, day and overnight summer programs that instill in-demand skills and embolden students to shape the future.
Just 5-10 students per instructor (maximum 10) so students can e¬njoy personalized learning at their pace.
The top universities on the planet—Stanford, NYU, Caltech—have trusted and hosted our programs for over 15 years, inspiring students to dream BIG.
Want to learn from an energetic Stanford computer science major? A virtual reality guru from NYU? A game developer who wants to share her lifelong passion? We’ve bet our reputation on recruiting the top instructors in the country. Our 8:1 student-to-instructor guarantee ensures customized learning with the smallest class sizes, leading to “a-ha moments” and awesome outcomes. iD Tech summer courses are inclusive of every skill level and learning style.
Today, every career—from art to engineering to social work—requires a strong foundation in tech. With a focus on skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration, our courses pave the way for bright futures in any field. Whether your child dreams of working at Facebook or Google, launching their own startup, or founding a nonprofit, their long-term skill development pathway starts here.
iD Tech also offers early-education STEM programs, all-girls tech camps, teen-only academies, and an online learning platform.
Get started today at Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com or call (888) 709-8324 and join iD Tech as they inspire the makers of tomorrow.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.iDTech.com for the most up to date information on sessions, dates, and fees.
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iD Tech Summer Programs for Ages 618
Some Pennsylvania Overnight Camps offer Day Camp Programs, too. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours of any day camping options.
If day camping is offered, some Pennsylvania Camps will also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Black Rock Retreat Website
Local Phone Number: (717) 529-3232
Toll Free Number: (800) 858-9299
info[AT]blackrockretreat.com
1345 Kirkwood Pike
Quarryville, Pennsylvania 17566
CAMPER AGES: All
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Black Rock Retreat is a non-profit Christian camp & conference center located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Swimming, Volleyball, Adventure, and more.
▌Read More about Black Rock Retreat
CAMP FACILITIES: Quality Facilities, Beautiful Setting, Christian Atmosphere/Friendly Staff, Delicious Food
Outdoor Ed: All-inclusive outdoor education/ team building retreats, Instructors that connect with your students, Flexible programing to meet your needs
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Black Rock Retreat
Visit Our Camp Orchard Hill Website
570-333-4098
office[AT]camporchardhill.com
640 Orange Rd
Dallas, Pennsylvania 18612
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Orchard Hill Video
CAMPER AGES: Ages 4-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Create a life-changing adventure for your child this summer at Camp Orchard Hill's Best Week Ever! With our Inclusive Day camp for ages 4-15 and Overnight Camp for ages 8-17, our program is designed to engage your camper for one week or ten weeks with action, excitement and memories that will last a lifetime! Your kids will rave about Gaga, Bubbleball, the Blob, 9 Square in the Air, Morning Camp Party, amazing counselors, incredible food and so much more. And all of this is combined with inspiring speakers, uplifting worship and a caring staff. For more information or to arrange a private tour, Call 570-333-4098 or visit us on the web at Our Camp Website Link: www.camporchardhill.com. Voted NEPA Family Favorite Summer Day Camp five years running. Adventure awaits this summer at Camp Orchard Hill!
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Camp Orchard Hill serves children with mild to moderate special needs in a fully inclusive setting. Our program focuses on building skills and gaining self-esteem as part of the outdoor experience with campers participating in all activities alongside their peers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Zip Line, Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, Woodward Skate Park, Broom Hockey, The Blob, Water Slide, 18 Hole Frisbee Golf Course, Gaga, 9 Square In The Air, Carpet Ball, Maker Space Arts & Crafts, Paintball & More.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in Northeastern, PA two hours north of Philadelphia and 2 hours west of New York City on a 140 acre beautiful campus. Please visit our website for photos and videos that show off our property.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Orchard Hill housing includes clean, comfortable and air-conditioned cabins along with retreat style rooms with semi-private bath and seasonal use yurts. Other facilities include the Lakeview Terrace dining and meeting center which seats over 300, 12,000 sq. ft. recreation center with sports, indoor climbing wall and inflatable games, Olympic size outdoor heated pool, private Lake Manjo for boating and fishing and numerous activity areas on our 140 acre campus.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1972, Camp Orchard Hill has provided a fun, exciting and life changing summer camp experience for thousands of young people.
At Camp Orchard Hill:
Your child's safety comes first with a registered nurse on site 24/7, certified lifeguards and staff trained in CPR and First Aid.
We require a complete set of safety clearances for every employee including PA Criminal Record, PA Child Abuse and FBI Background checks.
Our college age staff undergo intensive training to equip them to serve your child with excellence.
Our facilities are air-conditioned.
Our food service staff happily accommodates special dietary restrictions.
As an accredited member of the American Camping Association you can be assured that we comply with over 300 health, safety and program quality standards.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our high school leadership training program is carefully designed to mold campers into the future staff of Camp Orchard Hill! The Core is divided into three distinct, purposeful levels and runs in two-week sessions. Each session is sized to create an intimate family atmosphere for effective team building and Biblical training. Through on and off-site service projects, campers learn to carry on the standards and traditions of COH while creating memories and cultivating friendships that will last a lifetime. Campers are attracted to the extended stay and special privileges of The Core, but they leave their two weeks with a sense of ownership, accomplishment, and the spiritual maturity that comes with servant leadership.
For more information visit Our Camp Website Link: www.camporchardhill.com and click on the Leadership Training link.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We invite you to take advantage of the registration incentives available for all Camp Orchard Hill families! If you need additional assistance, please download and submit our scholarship application.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Bookend your summer with two great holiday weekends - Memorial Day and Labor Day - away from the pressures of life - away from the constant distractions of work, activities and media - even away from cooking and cleaning.
Let a vacation at Camp Orchard Hill be your opportunity to worship together, enjoy your family and fill your day with relaxation and FUN!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Orchard Hill's overnight camp is open every summer for 8 weeks. Our Day Camp is open for 10 weeks. In addition we offer Winterblast weekends for church children and youth groups, Family Camps, Father/Son and Mother/Daughter weekends, Men and Women's Retreats and a Leadership Camp. And, the camp is available for rental groups, school field trips and day events.
For more information visit us on the web at Our Camp Website Link: www.camporchardhill.com or call 570-333-4098.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The Summer That Changed Your Life
On a scale of pretty awesome, immensely awesome, or colossally awesome, rate the following:
Building relationships with energetic, hilarious elementary thru high school-age kids
Meeting and serving alongside 40 other passionate, crazy fun college-age staff
Going on the BLOB, Racing Zip Lines, Climbing Wall, Giant Swing, and Skate park or Playing Paintball, Dodgeballing in the Gym, Hanging out in the Game Room, at the Lake and Pool, or at the Snack Shop
Singing zooey songs with ridiculous motions and dressing up in absurd costumes to perform side-splitting skits
Doing all this to reach kids with the gospel and to lead them into a Christ-like life……..ALL for the glory of God!
Oh yeah, we get paid for this, too…
For more information visit Our Camp Website Link: www.camporchardhill.com and click on the Summer Staff Jobs link.
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Camp Orchard Hill
Visit Our Mercersburg Summer Programs Website
717-328-6225
weibleyc[AT]mercersburg.edu
summerprograms[AT]mercersburg.edu
300 East Seminary Street
Mercersburg, Pennsylvania 17236
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
300 East Seminary Street Mercersburg, PA 17236
CAMPER AGES: 8-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Adventure Camps, Sports Clinics, Enrichment and Art Programs
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Basketball, Swimming, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
▌Read More about Mercersburg Summer Programs
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Mercersburg Summer Programs
Visit Our STEAM in AI - Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Research Summer Camps for Middle and High School Students Website
admissions[AT]steaminai.org
Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, California
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our STEAM in AI - Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Research Summer Camps for Middle and High School Students Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Online. Weekdays and Weekends
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Are you a High Schooler interested in working on a life changing AI project that will help you learn skills needed for jobs of the future, stand out in college applications and help you create big societal impact? Look no further!! Learn Artificial Intelligence and Computational Research. Learn how to Code. Build AI Projects. Publish on GitHub. Do Research. Publish Research Paper. Earn a Certificate. Earn a Mentor Recommendation Letter. Create Impact. No Pre-requisites.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Artificial Intelligence
Data Science
Ethics
Entrepreneurship
Design Thinking
CAMP LOCATION: Hosted at Santa Clara University in the Bay Area
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.
6 exciting tracks to choose from:
Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.
Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.
STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information
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STEAM in AIData Science Artificial Intelligence and Research Summer Camps for Middle and High School Students
Visit Our Groove Specialty Camps Website
484-231-1296
Camps in Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Wilmington, Delaware
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
Pennsylvania
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Groove Specialty Camps Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-13
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekdays: Daily 9:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm-4:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: GROOVE Specialty Camps are hands-on, entertainment-packed programs for campers looking for more than just the usual summer camp experience. This summer, we’re hosting a variety of our fun & popular camps throughout PA, NJ & DE! These are one-week camps that run as either full day or half day camps, depending on the location.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, and more. Song Writing, DJ, & Broadcasting.
CAMP LOCATION: Groove offers both full-day and half-day camps at various locations in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Please visit our website for specific camp locations and dates.
▌Read More about Groove Specialty Camps
CAMP FACILITIES: Groove partners with several camps in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Facilities vary at each location. Please visit our website for a listing of all camp locations.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
Groove provides a fun, interactive, hands-on camp experience like no other! From Filmmaking to Songwriting with DJ and Broadcaster options we offer a truly unique opportunity for kids to tap into their creativity, learn skills that will foster their ideas and have a great time in the process. Groove strives to maintain an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone gets involved at their own pace and is able to focus on what individually inspires them.
Groove conducts thorough background checks on all instructors.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Enrichment Programs
Dance Parties
Birthday Parties
Private Parties
Corporate Events
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Groove has half-day and full-day camps available in multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
All Groove camp options can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ucangroove.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you're looking for a fun summer gig, then get your summer GROOVE on with us! We're looking for instructors that love working with kids on a variety of hands-on camps: SONGWRITER, FILMMAKER, BROADCASTER, DJ & HIP HOP 101.
We are currently staffing for the following locations:
Philadelphia Area Suburbs
Pittsburgh, PA
Wilmington, DE
Cherry Hill, NJ
Please check out Groove camps at: Our Camp Website Link: www.ucangroove.com
Then send your resume and some info about you and your summer interests to: info[AT]ucangroove.com
We re also always looking for part-time staff during the school year for our Rockstar Parties & Events. We need:Camera Operators, Video Editors, Hip-Hop Dancers & Audio Engineers.
Groove also offers internships!
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Groove Specialty Camps
Visit Our Teen Treks Website
716-566-7908
biketrips[AT]teentreks.com
396 Porter Ave
Buffalo, New York 14201
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, New Hampshire, New York
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Teen Treks Video
CAMPER AGES: 11-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Teen Treks gives teenagers the chance to discover the excitement and fun of bike touring with a bunch of like-minded people, seeing beautiful natural landscapes and world-class cities while gaining independence and travel skills.
Teenagers from all 50 states, plus Canada, Europe, and Asia join our trips – and everyone gets a lot of say in what the group does each day, from planning the details of the route to picking out what’s for dinner. If everyone wants to bike hard and get to the beach faster, you can do that. If you want to spend a little more time taking pictures at a breathtaking waterfall or a picturesque waterfront, you can do that.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Teen Bike Treks
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Teen Treks has been a leader in bike touring summer programs for 18 years. At Teen Treks we offer fun and not competitive biking experiences. Our Moderate rated trips are geared towards first time bicyclists, appropriate for most 14-18 year olds in average or better physical health. Our Easy treks are extremely easy in terms of daily mileage and terrain and will attract slower riders. For our Challenging treks you need to be in good shape and enjoy bicycling. We have had many first time riders do challenging treks and this is for those eager for a challenge.
Any teenager can enjoy one of our summer bike trips. We love a good challenge and we encourage teens to be ambitious, but we keep things fun, too – there’s always time to stop for ice cream, enjoy the scenery, or check out an awesome local restaurant or historical site.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check our website for the latest trip offerings.
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Teen Treks
Visit Our YMCA Camp Shand Website
717-272-8001
campadmin[AT]lancasterymca.org
20 Penryn Lane
Box 339
Cornwall, Pennsylvania 17016
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our YMCA Camp Shand Video
CAMPER AGES: 6-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: For traditional values based day and resident camp programs to campers 6 -16. Our 120 acres provide a beautiful setting for nature and adventure classes, waterfront activities including canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, and miles of hiking trails. Of course we offer all traditional favorites too: crafts, camp fires, songs, swimming, creek walks and much more. Teen programs include adventure camp, servicing learning, and leadership development programs. Day camp transportation is available from several location.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Outdoor & Nature Educational Programs
Team Building
Traditional Arts & Craft
Teen Service Learning Camps
CAMP LOCATION: We located in Central PA just 20 miles east of Harrisburg, [AT]0 miles north of Lancaster and 60 miles west of Philadelphia on 120 arces of forested land.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Shand has a small lake, outdoor pool, dining hall, recreation hall, modern first aid center, modern shower house, 12 cabin, outdoor basketball, large sports field, GAGA pit, two fire circles, miles of trails and archery range.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: YMCA Camp Shand offers a traditional values based program which is also ACA accredited. A majority of staff are 18 and older. All have background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified and receive a 40 hours of training prior to the start of class.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: See the Teen Pages of the website.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is offer. See the Fees and financial assistance tab on the website for details
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Day Camp open June 15 and Overnight Camp open June 21st. See the wed site to download the 2015 program brochure
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Shand hires both Day and Overnight Counselors, lifeguards, and Program leaders. Interested individual can find all necessary information on the Employee tab of our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcacampshand.org or by contacting Scott Mailen at smailen[AT]lancasterymca.org.
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YMCA Camp Shand
Visit Our Bigtime Sports Academy Website
5708729982
2351 Rt 715
Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372
CAMPER AGES: 7 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This summer play BIG with Bigtime Basketball Camps in the Poconos. Bigtime Basketball Camps have helped players of all levels improve, develop, and become a student of the game. This summer Bigtime Basketball offers Junior Preps Camps for youth, Super Preps Camps for teens and, Super Preps travel teen tour weekend for high schoolers. Our combination of a fun-filled day camp experience with high-level instruction, competition, and equipment gives campers a summer to remember. Bigtime Basketball helps you Be the Best you can Be.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, Adventure, Travel, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 1 mile south of RT 80 at exit 299 in the Poconos. Please visit our website for lots of camp photos.
▌Read More about Bigtime Sports Academy
CAMP FACILITIES: We have a private basketball development court. Our professional equipment contains two shoot-away machines and an assortment of training aids, WE also have an indoor strength and player development are equipped with flat screen tvs and athletic lounge area.
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Bigtime Sports Academy
Visit Our Whitetail Resort Adventure Camps Website
717-328-9400 ext 3682
rnewton[AT]skiwhitetail.com
13805 Blairs Valley Rd
Mercersburg, Pennsylvania 17236
CAMPER AGES: 7-12 ,13-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Whitetail Camps mission is to provide the ideal outdoor environment and a unique opportunity or learning. Everyday provides the opportunity for campers to enjoy multiple activities. Spend the morning building a wilderness shelter, head to the lake after lunch for kayaking, and finish up the day with a fun game of kick ball in the field.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Whitetail Resort is located in the Appalachian Mountains just outside of Mercersburg, Pa. Our day camps are located on the resort, while the overnight camp travels through the cultural and heritage resources of the tri-state area.
▌Read More about Whitetail Resort Adventure Camps
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Whitetail Camps offer exciting outdoor fun through adventure activities. Kayaking, biking, fishing and fly fishing, camping and wilderness living provide the tools for campers to grow their confidence and develop their skills. A Ropes Course Challenge gives campers a chance to test group decision making skills and step out of their personal compfort zone. Whitetail staff is professional and provides the best balance of fun and safety.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Whitetail resort offers year round activities including Skiing and Snowboarding, Adventure Tubing, Golf, Banquets and Weddings, and Adventure Camps
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 21-26 Epic Adventure
July 6-10 Kids Adventure Camp Week 1
July 13-17 Kids Adventure Camp Week 2
July 20-24 Kids Adventure Camp Week 3
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Whitetail Resort Adventure Camps
Visit Our Summer Study Programs for High School Students Website
(631) 424-1000
(800) 666-2556
Info[AT]SummerStudy.com
Various campuses (PA, NY, CO, DC, France, Spain)
Various locations,
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Ft. Collins,Colorado
New York, New York
University Park, Pennsylvania
Washington, DC
Paris, France
Mallorca, Spain
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
900 Walt Whitman Rd.
Melville, NY 11747
CAMPER AGES: 14-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer Study offers College Credit and Enrichment Programs of various lengths (from 2 to 5 weeks) in a pre-collegiate atmosphere. Students will experience life on a college campus in a safe and supervised environment. SAT Prep, Sports Clinics, Afternoon and Evening Activities, Weekend Excursions are just some of the exciting opportunities offered in our programs. More detailed information is available on our website.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Team Sports, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, Adventure, Travel, and more. Arts & Crafts, Sports Clinics, Discusssion Groups, Musical & Dance Groups, Etc.
CAMP LOCATION: Summer Study Programs offers pre-college programs at Penn State University (University Park), Colorado State University (Ft. Collins), Fordham University (NYC), American University (Washington, DC), The Sorbonne in Paris, Franceand in Mallorca, Spain.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Students stay in university residence halls in all of our domestic programs and in hotels in Paris and Mallorca.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer Study Programs has been running pre-college programs for 25 years. Each of our programs allows students to be in class for approximately 3 hours a day, while participating in daily afternoon, evening, and weekend activities/excursions.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A small amount of financial aid available may be available to students in need.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Visit our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.SummerStudy.com for complete program details.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
See website at Our Camp Website Link: www.summerstudy.com.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Interested applicants may submit their application on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.SummerStudy.com or mail our application (available online) to:
SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS
900 WALT WHITMAN RD.
MELVILLE, NY 11747
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Summer Study Programs for High School Students
Visit Our Camp Harmony Website
814-798-5885
814-798-4005
program[AT]campharmony.org
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville, Pennsylvania 15936
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Harmony Video
CAMPER AGES: 4 years old through adults
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Family RV Campground
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located just minutes from the beautiful Quemahoning Reservoir in the Laurel Highlands region of Pennsylvania. Laid out over 112 acres, our beautiful camp has plenty to offer in all 4 seasons. Visit our Facebook page or website for more information and pictures.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Harmony features 8 newly remodeled cabins, 5 rustic cabins, RV campground, teepees, swimming pool & waterslide, climbing & rappelling tower, high & low elements ropes course, pavilions, catch & release pond, indoor gym & multipurpose building, dining hall, meeting rooms, and retreat buildings for large and small groups of all types. Many of our facilities are available year-round.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Since 1924, Camp Harmony has offered programs that train Christians in the way they should go. Our mission is to invite all people to experience the wonder of creation and to grow in closer harmony with God, with nature, and with one another. We aim to do so through offering programs for all ages to participate in fun learning experiences in a variety of formats and by providing space where individuals and groups can connect in a greater way.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Harmony offers a Leaders-in-Training program for youth ages 16 & older who have completed at least 10th grade. Leaders-in-Training participate in activities during the week of staff training and then choose 2 weeks out of the summer to volunteer with our staff in various capacities.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camper Scholarships are available upon request. Please contact the Camp Harmony office for requests and details.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our Family Campground area is open throughout the summer with special weekend programming for all ages. There is also a specific weekend set aside for families to come enjoy all that our camp has to offer.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are available for year-round rentals of our facilities with programs for all ages throughout the year. Check our Facebook page or website for details.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Find us on Facebook at Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our Facebook page or website for complete information on camp and event dates.
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Visit Our Eagle Springs Programs Website
Office - 570-345-8705
Fax - 570-345 - 4401
info[AT]eaglespringsprograms.com
58 Eagle Springs Lane
Pine Grove, Pennsylvania 17963
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Same
CAMPER AGES: 18 through 80+
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Weekend Programs Fall and Spring
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Eagle Springs Programs is a Special Needs Camp serving a wide range of support needs. We encourage our guests to fully participate in a variety of activities designed to promote socialization and personal success.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, and more. Cooking
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 2 hours (about 100 miles) north of Philadelphia on 100 acres of woodland. Please visit our website for photos of camp and camp activities.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 12 cabins with indoor plumbing, outdoor pool, recreation/dining hall, semi-outdoor recreation hall, barn with stage, outdoor amphitheater, fishing ponds, basketball court, and a small farm.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are a special needs program with an emphasis on arts programming. We are a family owned, family run camp that has been operating since 1975. Our staff come from the United States as well as many other countries, and receive a thorough training before camp begins. It is our goal to give vacationers a safe, supported opportunity for social interaction and good times.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Eagle Springs offers "Weekender Retreats".
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to our website for complete information about our sessions schedule.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Eagle Springs is looking for a cook and an RN or LPN for our summer season 2015. Please call Catherine Hamilton at 570-345-8705.
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Eagle Springs Programs
Visit Our Nike Soccer Camp at Alvernia University Website
1-800-645-3226
soccer[AT]ussportscamps.com
400 Saint Bernardine St
Reading, Pennsylvania 19607
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike Soccer Camp at Alvernia University Video
CAMPER AGES: 9-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Nike Soccer Camps is excited to offer this new camp location to Pennsylvania soccer players! Our goal at this co-ed camp is to stimulate a love for the game showing youth athletes how to accelerate their own progress and success.
This camp provides a fun and competitive environment for players of all ability levels. Join Alvernia Head Coach Casey Moore and his staff for an excellent opportunity to take your game to the next level. We offer an unforgettable growth experience no matter what your age or skill level.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Soccer, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers will train on both turf and grass surfaces. Players are also encouraged to bring flats because in a case of inclement weather we will look to train indoors.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camp directors are among the finest coaches in America. They have a major stake in providing camps of the highest quality: camps that are fun, that improve the skills of the campers, and that provide the campers with the opportunity to make new, life-long friends. The best place to become a better soccer player is in the company of coaches and players who share your passion. Come receive training from Alvernia's most successful soccer coach in program history!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to the camp webpage for additional information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike Soccer Camp at Alvernia University
Visit Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Website
814-466-3466
camps[AT]kenchertow.com
1450 S Atherton St
State College, Pennsylvania 16801
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Pennsylvania, Nebraska, Colorado, Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Arizona, Utah, California, Oregon, Washington, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Texas
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
PO Box 120
Boalsburg, PA 16827
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Ken Chertow Wrestling Video
CAMPER AGES: All ages and skill levels
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. We will condcut camp in Allentown, PA July 27-August 8
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Wrestling, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: The Ramada Inn Convention Center is centrally located in State College, PA. It is just 15 minutes from I-80 and easily accessible from the Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Harrisburg areas.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit the website for complete information on ALL locations.
Pennsylvania: We train, eat, and sleep all at the Ramada Inn Convention Center Hotel. It provides an ideal learning experience and air conditioned wrestling area.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: USA Olympian - Ken Chertow
OLYMPIC AND ALL-AMERICAN COMPETITOR
•3x Academic All American
•3x NCAA All American
•2x Junior National Champion and OW
•2x Junior World Champion
•Olympic Festival Champion
•Midlands Champion & OW
Owner and Coach of the Gold Medal Training Camp system for 20+ years. Our campers have won 500+ State Championships in the last decade.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: GROUP DISCOUNTS: We offer substantial group discounts and enable coaches and group leaders to attend camp at no charge. We allow all the wrestlers in the community to combine for the group total.See below for details.
FUNDRAISING: Raise funds for camp with Reaching Our Goal. It’s quick, easy, and profitable, with no risk to you. Click here for more information!
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Father/Son Camp Options
Parents, you are welcome to attend either the Kids Training Camp or the Future Champions Camp with your son. This is a unique opportunity to learn and bond together in a world class wrestling environment that also stresses fun, fitness, and fundamentals. We encourage you to attend sessions, take notes, video tape the instructional presentations, and/or assist your son. We offer a variety of housing and meal options to meet the needs and budget of your family. We look forward to providing you and your child with a memorable learning experience.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.KenChertow.com for camp options, pricing and more info!
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Ken Chertow Wrestling
Visit Our Summer at Sem - Creative Arts Website
570-270-2186
summeratsem[AT]wyomingseminary.org
Wyoming Seminary College Preparatory School
201 North Sprague Avenue
Kingston, Pennsylvania 18704-3593
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Summer at Sem - Creative Arts Video
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Summer at Sem's Creative Arts program, formerly known as the Performing Arts Institute, has a long history of providing young artists a rich and vibrant summer arts experience. Students are immersed in our community of talented professionals and experience a one-of-a-kind mentorship in which their talents and strengths are discovered and developed. Our international faculty members and conductors collaborate with students, which allows the developing artists the opportunity to perform with professionals in their field.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Wyoming Seminary is located in the community of Kingston, Pennsylvania. We’re close to the recreational opportunities of Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Pocono region—mountains, lakes, and forests—yet is just across the Susquehanna River from a small, historic city with cinemas, stores and a full range of restaurants.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The Kirby Center for Creative Arts will serve as the brand-new home and performance venue for Summer At Sem -Creative Arts, in addition to existing arts buildings. Our facilities also include four dormitories, an air-conditioned dining hall, classroom buildings, open practice rooms, dance and fine art studios, athletic center with two gymnasiums, fitness rooms and swimming pool, new stadium, tennis courts and artificial turf fields, three computer labs and a 20,000 volume library.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: If you are an artist, or aspire to be, Sem is the place to spend your summer. Here you may choose from dedicated session of study in vocal performance, symphony orchestra, dance and theater, along with several visual arts courses. If you can't decide which of your passions to pursue, you will love our design-your-own program: this approach allows students to study across multiple disciplines during the same session. Imagine a schedule of dance in the morning followed by a theater or vocal performance elective course in the afternoon. The possibilities are endless!
OTHER CAMP INFO: Residential and Day sessions are available.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
VOCAL PERFORMANCE
July 15-July 29
One 2-week session offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
July 15-July 29
One 2-week session offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 12-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session
THEATER
July 8-August 4
Two 2-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session
DANCE
July 8-August 4
Two 2-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 10-18
Day students: $950 per 2-week session
Boarding students: $2400 per 2-week session
VISUAL ARTS
July 9-August 3
Four 1-week sessions offered.
Day and boarding options, ages 12-18
July 9-13: Filmmaking
July 9-July 13: Discovering Realism
July 16-20: Ceramics
July 23-July 27: Jewelry and Metalsmithing
July 30-August 3: Exploring Photography
Day students: $475 per 1-week session
Boarding students: $1200 per 1-week session
JUNIOR ARTS
July 9-July 20
One 2-week session offered.
Day students, ages 7-12
Day students: $700 per 2-week session
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Summer at SemCreative Arts
Visit Our Blue Mountain Summer Adventure Camp Website
(610) 826-7700
1660 Blue Mountain Drive
Palmerton, Pennsylvania 18071
CAMPER AGES: 5 to 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Blue Mountain Adventure Camp is a summer youth camp packed with outdoor adventure for kids ages 5 to 15! Through guidance and positive encouragement, campers are motivated to face challenges that build confidence, enhance leadership abilities and create long lasting memories.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Adventure, and more.
▌Read More about Blue Mountain Summer Adventure Camp
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: NEW FOR 2023
An offsite field trip will be included in the price of Summer Camp!
Campers 7 & older will go Whitewater Rafting on the Lehigh River! This is a full day trip with a picnic along the riverbank halfway through.
Campers 5 and 6 years old will take a trip to the Historic Palmerton Pool and enjoy a cold treat!
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Blue Mountain Summer Adventure Camp
Visit Our Luminari Website
412-877-1888
luminari[AT]luminari.org
Luminari, Inc.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15217
CAMPER AGES: Rising 8-12th graders
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Weekdays 9-3:30 & two-night trip to Washington, D.C.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: I Want to be an Ambassador! is a fun, interactive seven-day summer camp designed to help teens master the skills of a successful Ambassador… especially the vital art of diplomacy. The I Want to be an Ambassador! camp is unlike any other leadership program in the region due to its innovative and progressive curriculum that offers invaluable lessons for all teens to apply what they learn immediately in their daily lives. The camp includes a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit foreign embassies and diplomats.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more. Interactive Skills & Learning In Diplomacy, Leadership, Cultural Awareness, Conflict Resolution, Community & Global Affairs.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp location TBD but within the Pittsburgh vicinity
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: It is the only summer camp of its kind in Western Pennsylvania, making it a unique and significant offering to help youth develop the life skills crucial to success. Like stepping into a history book while history is being made, campers learn about different cultures, talk with government and business leaders, meet fact-to-face with diplomats, and sit down together to share delicious meals and discuss the rapid progression of current events.
Luminari is a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit founded twelve years ago to foster activities that broaden minds, inspire innovation and promote community engagement.
We value knowledge, education and open-mindedness. We advocate that our actions be guided by compassion and kindness toward each other.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership camp.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and financial assistance is available to those who qualify.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 15-18 9:00 am-3:30 pm in Pittsburgh
June 21-23 in Washington, D.C.
$895 includes all meals, snacks, transportation, hotel and expenses in Washington, D.C.
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Luminari
Visit Our Camp Towanda Website
570-253-3266
staff[AT]camptowanda.com
info[AT]camptowanda.com
700 Niles Pond Rd
Honesdale, Pennsylvania 18431
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Towanda Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Towanda is a private residential co-ed camp in Northeast Pennsylvania. Only 100 miles from NYC and Philadelphia. We are a well rounded, traditional program offering all land and water sports (from swim, boating, tennis, arts, outdoor adventure to baseball, lacrosse, basketball and so much more).
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Science, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Lacrosse, Nature, Lego, Archery, Climbing Wall, Hockey, Mountain Biking, Kickball, Frolf, Softball, Culinary, & Lots More!
CAMP LOCATION: Located in Northeast Pennsylvania. Only 100 miles from NYC and Philadelphia. Incredible facilities situated on over 230 rolling acres including a private lake and pool; with an experienced nurturing staff that provides a great overnight summer camp experience. We offer HIGH QUALITY instruction, supervision, facilities and care to our campers. Our camp is traditional, spirited, instructional, well-rounded, warm, very personable, highly supervised, safe and fun! This is where kids get to be kids, just like the old days!
CAMP FACILITIES: Check out our virtual
tour! Our Camp Website Link: tours.americansummercamps.com
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACA Accredited, Serve Safe Certified, Premier Camp Award, SCOPE President, ACA Board Member, PA Safety Committee Compliance and More!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Excellent Leadership program for our 11th and 12th graders. Emphasis on community service projects and training to become a great counselor.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): LABOR DAY WEEKEND!
Rent a bunk; enjoy activities, events, realization, food and entertainment all provided!
This is a great way to end the summer!
For more info contact staff[AT]camptowanda.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Check out our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.camptowanda.com or call us 570-253-3266
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Do you want to spend your summer job working outdoors? Is making a difference in the lives of children important to you? Do you want to meet people from all over the world? What about building your resume while having an amazing time?
Join our camp family this summer for a challenging and rewarding job experience that that will give you the skills you need for your future. Make a difference in the lives of our campers, while enjoying our beautiful outdoor facilities and working with people from around the world.
When you work at Camp Towanda, you get hands-on experience and leadership opportunities, while building skills that any future employer is looking for, such as flexibility, adaptability, initiative, self-direction, social and cross-cultural skills, productivity, accountability, leadership and responsibility.
Camp Towanda is now hiring Sports Instructors, Coaches and Activity Specialists, Group Leaders, Department Heads, and General Counselors! Our program consists of all the land and water sports, outdoor adventure, theatre, art and more! We offer professional paid internships in many fields including marketing, health administration, nursing, finance, hospitality, event planning, food services, sports management, media and nutrition. We work with colleges for school credit and provide mentorship opportunities.
Camp Towanda is the premier family-owned and operated, co-ed 7 week sleep-away camp in Northeast Pennsylvania for children ages 7-17. We are nestled on over 400 acres of beautiful fields, facilities, waterfront and countryside. At Camp Towanda, we provide a well-rounded experience for our campers and staff in a nurturing, safe environment with endless opportunities for them to try new things and feel great about themselves! Our program offers excellent and professional instruction in all land and water sports, fine arts, drama and adventure, as well as very creative evening activities and special events.
We attract down-to-earth, friendly and spirited campers, families and staff. We hire 300 counselors and support staff from over 20 countries and all across the USA. When you work at Camp Towanda, you make a real difference in camper’s lives, while building your resume and career-building skills (leadership, work-ethic, public speaking, management, responsibility) with the support of our top-notch senior staff and Directors. The job of a counselor is multi-faceted; your spirit, creativity and leadership is paramount. When at camp, it is a 24-hour job. Flexibility, responsibility and stamina are key attributes for our staff to possess. Working with kids is a challenging job but one of the most rewarding job experiences you will ever have.
All meals, room and board are included with scheduled time off. We are located near a popular summer destination in the Pocono Mountains and less than 2 ½ hours away from New York City and Philadelphia.
For 97 years, Camp Towanda has continued to define what summer camp is all about. We are highly regarded and respected as an industry leader and are involved in giving back to various organizations throughout the year. Camp Towanda is accredited by the American Camp Association.
When you work at Camp Towanda, it’s so much more than a summer job- it’s a family, network and community that will change your life forever. Thank you for considering Camp Towanda for your best summer job experience yet! Begin your application today!
Competitive salary, room and board, all meals included, travel reimbursement
Paid Internships Available
Job Requirements:
Available mid-June thru mid-August (some department orientations begin early June)
Freshman in college or later
Qualified references
Great with children
Strong work ethic
Desire to have fun and make a difference!
Job Positions Available:
General Counselors
Specialists
Art Specialist
Baseball Specialist
Basketball Specialist
Drama/Theatre Specialist
Field Hockey Specialist
Fitness Specialist
Flag Football Specialist
Hockey Specialist
Lacrosse Specialist
LEGO / STEM Specialist
Media Specialist
Outdoor Adventure Specialist (ropes, bikes, archery, river crew, farming)
Soccer Specialist
Tennis Specialist
Volleyball Specialist
Waterfront Specialist (swim instructors, boating instructors)
Waterski Specialist
Zumba Specialist
Department Heads
Group Leaders / Assistant Group Leaders
Senior Staff Leadership
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Camp Towanda
Visit Our National Symposium for Debate Website
(531) 212- 1670
info[AT]nsdebatecamp.com
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55455
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Bryn Mawr College - Philadelphia, PA
University of Houston - Houston, TX
CAMPER AGES: 13-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Since 2004, the National Symposium for Debate (NSD) has hosted summer camps and workshops for elementary, middle and high school students, led by a renowned group of speech and debate teachers and coaches. We have spent years refining our programs to teach the fundamentals of debate excellence: critical thinking, academic research and writing, public speaking, advocacy and strategic vision.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more. Lincoln Douglas Debate
Public Forum Debate
Texas World Schools Debate
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in three different cities, Minneapolis, MN, Philadelphia, PA, and Houston Texas. All camps are on college campuses where food and board are provided. Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.nsdebatecamp.com for information on specific camp locations.
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CAMP FACILITIES: All camp sessions are held on a college/university campus. Currently we have programs running at the University of Minnesota, University of Houston, and Bryn Mawr.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our camps focus on Lincoln-Douglas and Public Forum Debate at the Minnesota and Bryn Mawr camp sessions. The University of Houston camp session focusses on Texas World Schools Debate, Public Forum, and Lincoln-Douglas.
NSD's faculty are the best in their field. From classroom teachers to successful private debate coaches to the top recently graduated debate competitors, our camps are taught by a diverse faculty representing the best of the best.
Our curriculum is carefully designed to ensure every NSD camper receives personalized attention, an active learning environment, and level appropriate lessons--all in a fun, accessible learning environment that celebrates collaboration.
NSD alumni have championed over 500 nationally competitive debate tournaments in the United States and received over 1000 qualifying bids to the Tournament of Champions.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We are committed to providing low-income students with access to our camp programs through need-based scholarships. If you are interested in applying for financial aid, please view our scholarships page: Our Camp Website Link: www.nsdebatecamp.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Flagship Minneapolis LD - July 9 - 29, 2023
Philadelphia LD- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Philadelphia PF- July 16 - July 29, 2023
Texas LD- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Texas PF- June 25 - July 8, 2023
Online LD - July 24- August 4, 2023
Online PF - July 18 - July 29, 2023
PF and LD Topic Prep Weeks August 8 - August 13, 2023
Concierge Coaching - June 1 - August 31, 2023
Visit our website for more details: Our Camp Website Link: www.nsdebatecamp.com
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National Symposium for Debate
Visit Our American Diabetes Association Camp Freedom Website
610-828-5003 ext. 4643
mfoster[AT]diabetes.org
157 Game Farm Rd.
Schwenksville, Pennsylvania 19473
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
150 Monument Rd. Suite 100
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
CAMPER AGES: 7-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The American Diabetes Association’s Camp Freedom, sponsored by Novo Nordisk, has become one of the most powerful and life-changing avenues to improve the lives of children affected by diabetes. Offered each summer to nearly 180 youth with diabetes across Eastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland and DC, the overarching purpose of ADA Camp Freedom is to promote self-care behaviors in an environment that’s fun, peer-oriented and medically safe.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: ADA Camp Freedom seeks to provide a safe, enjoyable and rewarding experience for campers. A full complement of medical and healthcare professionals, counselors and Association staff are on the premises for the entire week of camp working to: (1) Provide an affordable and enjoyable camping experience for children with type 1 diabetes and their families; (2) Present a safe and healthy environment away from home for children with diabetes; and (3) Enable children with diabetes and their family to meet other children and counselors with diabetes.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Gymnastics, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, and more. Archery, Ecology & Zip Line
CAMP LOCATION: ADA Camp Freedom is located at Camp Kweebec which has been accredited by the American Camp Association for more than 40 years. Located on a beautiful 186 acres in the Perkiomen Valley, Camp Kweebec is approximately 40 minutes northwest of Valley Forge, PA.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Camp fee includes 24-hour medical supervision, meals and snacks, American Diabetes Association Camp t-shirt, housing, supervised program activities and most diabetes supplies.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program: A CIT candidate must submit an application with two personal references and a medical reference. Space is limited for this position.
The role of a CIT is to assist counselors while working with younger campers. The CIT Program provides training for youth interested in working with kids, specifically as camp counselors. Participants are expected to interact thoughtfully and compassionately with younger campers; to commit to learning more about themselves, camp, and camp procedures; to be team members and to take on responsibility and leadership. CITs also have the opportunity to learn a basic understanding of diabetes and its care.
The primary goal of the CIT Program is to offer a fun and supportive experience that will develop confidence, commitment, and community. The program focuses on helping youth become future leaders by developing communication, teamwork and leadership skills. CITs will leave ready to become camp counselors.
For information on the CIT program, please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org or 610-828-5003 ext. 4643
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Regardless of a family's ability to pay for Camp, the American Diabetes Association is committed to providing a camp experience to children living with diabetes. Financial assistance is available to families so every child with diabetes can have an opportunity to attend. Families MUST be registered first to apply for financial aid.
To apply for financial aid, please complete the Financial Aid form included in the general application. Families must also send acceptable "Proof of Income Documentation" as listed on the Financial Aid Application. For more information, please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org or 610-828-5003 ext. 4643
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
ADA Camp Freedom is scheduled from June 20th-26th, 2020. Registration is currently open at Our Camp Website Link: www.diabetes.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
ADA Camp Freedom offers a unique opportunity to teach and learn more about diabetes, diabetes management, and how kids cope diabetes. As a counselor, you will develop skill-building ventures by working as a team with campers-managing their diabetes, medical staff and other counselors in an outdoor recreational environment 24 hours a day.
We hold a comprehensive orientation, training, and supervision — that assists you in preparing for and delivering the best service possible to our campers. The experience our counselors have at Camp Freedom is truly meaningful work and the real chance to make a difference in the lives of kids with diabetes. Camp counselors have the opportunity to either volunteer for the weeks or receive a small stipend.
Please contact Michelle Foster at mfoster[AT]diabetes.org for counselor opportunities or visit Our Camp Website Link: www.diabetes.org.
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American Diabetes Association Camp Freedom
Visit Our YMCA Camp Soles Website
814-352-7217
kschell[AT]ymcapgh.org
campsoles[AT]ymcapgh.org
134 Camp Soles Ln.
Rockwood, Pennsylvania 15557
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 5-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Family Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): YMCA
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our vision is to provide campers an experience that builds meaningful friendships, promotes opportunities for life long memories, and leads in the development of a stronger character. Our focus is to instill the core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility among each and every camper.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, and more. Ga-Ga, Deck Hockey, Ultimate Frisbee, Carpet-ball, & Capture The Flag.
CAMP LOCATION: YMCA Camp Soles are located just an hour and half from Pittsburgh and three hours from the Washington DC metro area. We are easily accessible from the PA Turnpike and Interstate 68.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The facilities at Camp Soles consists of 23 cabins, an 18-acre lake, basketball court, athletic field, nature center, arts center, meeting space, beautiful dining hall (seats 175), and much more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Mission: “To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.”
Our Vision is to “Transform one camper at a time through programs that build meaningful friendships, create opportunities for life long memories, and lead in the development of a stronger character.
YMCA Camp Soles is a traditional YMCA camp in the Laurel Highland Mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania. We offer high quality and affordable day, overnight, and family camp programs. Our campers have the opportunity to try their hand at a variety of activities such as swimming, Ga-Ga, arts and crafts, rock climbing, archery, zip lining, and much much more.
While camp activities are an important part of a summer camp, they are actually the tools we use to teach campers how to build meaningful friendships, create opportunities for life long memories, and lead in the development of a stronger character. Our focus is to instill the core values of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility among each and every camper.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Being a CIT at YMCA Camp Soles gives you a unique training opportunity that will serve you well should you ever desire to return as a camp counselor, work in day care or after-school programs, or become a coach or mentor for younger kids. Our CIT program is specifically designed for teens who are interested in working with kids. We teach critical counseling skills, behavior management, and instruction techniques.
Being a CIT is about learning practical skills that you will hone at camp. For example, you will work with our staff as assistant instructors in the various program areas across Camp Soles. You will also be assigned a cabin to help with everything from running activities to working with homesick campers. Camp is after all about learning through positive relationships and our counselors are role models for our CITs as much as they are for campers.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: At the Y, no child or family is turned away due to inability to pay. That holds true at YMCA camps as well. Realizing that different families have different abilities to pay, we created a three tier pricing program. Based on an honor system, your family chooses which tier you can afford. Tier placement does not change any aspect of the experience your child will receive. It is a way to ensure that every child can access the same opportunities.
Further financial assistance is available, if needed. Please contact the camp office for more information. (814-352-7217)
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp at YMCA Camp Soles is reminiscent of a gentler, less hassled time and provides an opportunity to bolster family relationships and time to relax as a family in a beautiful natural setting.
FAMILY CAMP WEEK
JUNE 21ST-27TH, 2015
Half Cabin (Sleeps 8): $ 745/session
Full Cabin (Sleeps 16): $1490/session
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 4TH- SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2015
Half Cabin (Sleeps 8): $ 372.50/session
Full Cabin (Sleeps 16): $745/session
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our 264 acres of woods, meadows, wetlands, ponds and lakefront provide a quality blend of social and academic education for both students and teachers.
Whether planning their next move on our challenge course, flying down the zip line, or measuring the water quality based on the biological life found in the pond, students develop skills through real life applications.
Our interdisciplinary approach helps students discover an enthusiasm for learning that later reinforces their study in the classroom. Camp Soles Staff and School Staff partner together to create memories and knowledge that will last a life time!
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2015 RESIDENT CAMP SESSIONS:
Session 1: (Mini Camp) June 29th –July 2nd
Session 2: July 19th-24th
Session 3: July 26th- July 31st
Session 4: August 2nd-7th
Session 1 (Mini Camp)
Tier A: $360
Tier B: $260
Tier C: $210
Sessions 2, 3, and 4
Tier A: $485
Tier B: $385
Tier C: $335
PRICES
Tier A: Cost of Camp + Scholarship Assistance for another family.
Tier B: Actual Cost of Camp
Tier C: Subsidized Rate
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
YMCA Camp Soles is more than just a summer camp. We are a home to a lucky few, and home away from home for many more. Our staff members come from various local universities as well as out of state and as far as Australia and Europe. Working at camp can be life changing.
You will have an opportunity to see children flourish under your care… to see yourself grow in such a short period of time … this is the profound change that so many staff members experience. Friendships between staff develop here that can last a lifetime.
We are looking for people who embody the four core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility have a genuine love for children, who are kind and patient, who show a love for the out-of-doors and are happy to share that with children, and who support the YMCA mission.
Requirement: All General Counselors must have 18+ years old or have graduated High School and be hold a current certification in CPR and First Aid.
Must be available the following dates: June 10th-August 15th, 2015
POSITIONS AVAILABLE:
Boys Village Director
Girls Village Director
Health Officer
Waterfront Coordinator
General Cabin Counselors
Arts and Crafts Cabin Counselor
High Adventure Cabin Counselor
Lifeguard Cabin Counselors (must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certification)
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YMCA Camp Soles
Visit Our Indian Head Camp Website
(914) 345-2155
3287 Hancock Hwy
Equinunk, Pennsylvania 18417
CAMPER AGES: 6-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers. All Boy Campers. All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: An Indian Head summer is an outdoor experience that provides a balanced offering of instruction and participation in land sports, aquatics, creative and performing arts and outdoor adventure and discovery.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Adventure, and more.
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SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our counselors provide success oriented instruction and guidance through traditional activities as well as many zany, fun special events. We hire exceptional individuals who are prepared to "do it all". Learn more at: Our Camp Website Link: www.indianhead.com
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Indian Head Camp
Visit Our Carlisle Family YMCA, Camp Thompson Website
717-486-5480 Camp Thompson
brose[AT]carlislefamilyymca.org
800 Pine Grove Rd
Gardners, Pennsylvania 17324
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
717-243-2525x208
CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Camp Thompson program is an authentic 7-day resident camp experience with almost a century of tradition, as well as new fun challenges for campers and staff that earn them points for color wars. Each week campers will live in a cabin with their peers to enjoy their summer camp adventure. During their stay your camper will get the chance to experience each activity while also competing in Color Wars, taking a run on the zip line* or packing out on their overnight to the Appalachian trail, or just enjoying some cabin time at the lake or the new key log at the creek with their new friends. Our programs are built on diversity, innovation and creativity to ensure that each week is a new adventure for both new and returning campers. Camp Thompson runs adventure camp for ages 7-15 for 4 weeks ( July 5th - Aug 1st, 2015.)
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. We Have Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle-boarding, Log Rolling, Climbing, Mountain Boarding, A&C, Nature, Outdoor Living Skills, Overnight Trips, Pack Outs, & Original Late Night Games & Activities For Staff & Campers.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 30 minutes south of Harrisburg,PA in the Pine Grove Furnace State Park and Michaux Forest on 52 acres between 2 lakes.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 10 cabins, dining hall, basketball court, pavilion, access to 2 man-made lakes, creek, large grass field, 2 rustic campfire locations, and we nestle our program areas in and around the surrounding forest.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Thompson is an ACA accredited camp, a national accreditation from the American Camping Association. This means our staff and camp need to meet certain requirements and standards every year. All staff are CPR\AED, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certfied. We complete 60 hours of staff training; including program areas ( tower, archery, OLS) as well as Darkness 2 Light, Child Abuse and Mandating reporting training. All staff complete 3 background checks, and go through two extensive interviews for hire.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: L.I.T. is an exciting and challenging program geared toward building the participants’ leadership skills while still in a supervised and structured environment. During the program participants will develop the following leadership components: time management, leading organized activities, service learning, public speaking and listening. These valuable tools are beneficial in more than the camp community; they will be useful in life as well. Working in small groups, teens will participate in team initiatives, leadership workshops, service projects and all camp activities. As part of the course participants will create, plan and implement a 2- to 3-day back-packing trip for themselves at the end of the their course. This is a 2-week residential program but just like the younger campers, participants go home in between sessions.
14-15 years old
Member Fee:$426
Non-Member Fee:$497
Sessions:July 3-16, 2015
CIT
The C.I.T. program focuses on leadership, communication, counseling and activity skills necessary to become a counselor. If selected, CITs may request positions lasting from three to six weeks. This is an unpaid, volunteer program. There is no fee for participation. Applications must be submitted and interviews will be conducted.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Come to Camp Thompson and enjoy a spring weekend with your family. During the weekend, camp staff will provide activities for you and your family, or you can just take time to relax in scenic Pine Grove Furnace State Park in the Michaux State Forest. All meals are included, but you are encouraged to bring your own snacks. Please dress appropriately for outdoor activities including archery, canoeing, climbing the Alpine Tower, hiking, sling shots and more!
May 14-15th, 2016
Member Fee:$120 / cabin
Non-Member Fee:$140 / cabin
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2016 Resident Camp Dates
July 3 - 9
July 10 - 16
July 17 - 23
July 24 - August 30
Member Fee:$299 / week ***Early Bird $285 / week through Feb. 28, 2016
Non-Member Fee:$359 / week ***Early Bird $339 / week through Feb. 28, 2016
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We have a few different positions available at Camp Thompson for the summer:
Camp Nurse, paid internship
Camp Cook
Boy Counselors (age 17+)
Girl Counselors ( age 17+)
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Carlisle Family YMCA Camp Thompson
Visit Our Nike Cross Country Camp at Saint Vincent College Website
1-800-645-3226
running[AT]ussportscamps.com
Please visit the camp webpage for additional information:
Latrobe, Pennsylvania 15650
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Nike Cross Country Camp at Saint Vincent College Video
CAMPER AGES: 11-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Director Kevin Wanichko and his staff welcome middle and high school runners interested in making big improvements in their fall cross country seasons. This is an educational camp which offers extremely valuable training tips to all distance athletes (800m to 5000m). Campers receive instruction in proper training habits, sports psychology, strength training plus much more! Campers may engage in hill training, interval, running workouts, and aqua jogging. In addition, each camper has access to our staff comprised of college athletes and college/high school coaches for any questions.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Weightloss, and more. Running. Cross Country.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers are housed in the dorms on campus, 2 per room, and eat in the nearby dining hall. Meals are served all-you-can eat, cafeteria style.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In July 2016, Camp Director Kevin Wanichko returned to his alma mater when he was named the second head coach in the history of the women’s cross country and track program at Saint Vincent College.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the camp webpage for additional information:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ussportscamps.com
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Nike Cross Country Camp at Saint Vincent College
Visit Our Spark the Wave Website
215.913.6107
katie[AT]sparkthewave.org
Villanova University & Gerogetown University
800 E. Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, Pennsylvania 19085
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Georgetown University
3700 O St NW
Washington, DC 20057
Villanova University
800 E. Lancaster Avenue
Villanova. PA 19085
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Spark the Wave
PO Box 40038
Washington, DC 20016
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Spark the Wave Video
CAMPER AGES: 11-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Spark the Wave is empowering young people to change the world through service and has trained thousands of the nation’s best young community leaders. Through our intensive week-long Service Leadership Institutes, called Wave Week, participants develop their skills in leadership development, group dynamics, and communication in an effort plan and execute better service projects while building stronger teams. Earn 40 hours of community service and plan a service project of your own! Apply online today.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Academics, and more. Leadership, Community Service, Service Learning
CAMP LOCATION: Like the program names suggest Wave Week [AT] Villanova and Wave Week [AT] Georgetown are held at Villanova and Georgetown University, respectively. Each university is easily accessible by public transportation.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Both Villanova and Georgetown are world-class universities. Participants get to take advantage of the world-class facilities these universities have to offer, including stay in university dormitories, meals in university cafeterias, and seminars in university classrooms.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Wave Week welcomes high-energy students in 6th through 11th grades during the 2016-2017 school year. Participants are divided into two tracks based upon their age (6-8th grade & 9th-11th grade). Each track meets separately for most activities and for dorm assignments. Meals, social events, large group activities, and service projects incorporate both tracks. Wave Week offers both Residential and Commuter options.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Communication, Group Dynamics, Decision Making Styles, Harnessing Personal Strengths, Project Planning, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Resolution, Motivation, Public Speaking, Fundraising and Budgeting
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Aid is available based on applicant need.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Wave Week at Villanova: July 10-14
Wave Week at Georgetown: July 23rd-28
Visit our website for tuition information.
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Spark the Wave
Visit Our PGC Basketball Website
866-338-2308
info[AT]pgcbasketball.com
Choose from over 80 camps across the US and Canada each year
Across the US and Canada
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 2202
Mandeville, LA 70470
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our PGC Basketball Video
CAMPER AGES: Overnight Camps for 7th thru 12th grades; Skills Academy day camps for 4th thru 7th grades.
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION:
PGC Basketball offers game-changing basketball camps for boys and girls entering grades 4 through 12, with locations coast to coast in the United States and Canada. Plus, coaches attend PGC too!
Each summer, 10,000 players from middle school to college attend a PGC Basketball camp or Skills Academy. PGC is for dedicated players who truly want to get better and players of all positions are welcome!
Any player will benefit from PGC—regardless of position or skills—as long as they want to learn and get better.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Basketball, and more. Beyond The Game. At PGC Basketball Camps, Players Develop A Winning Mindset & Leadership Skills On & Off The Court. There Is No Other Place On The Planet Like PGC To Develop A Player's Basketball IQ, Mindset, Leadership, Playmaking, & Confidence — All At The Same Time.
CAMP LOCATION: PGC partners with schools, universities, and private training facilities in 30+ US states and Canadian provinces providing a wide selection of camp locations to choose from. Visit our schedule & locations page for more details: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
Locations include:
WEST: California, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Washington, Wyoming
MIDWEST: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Wisconsin
NORTHEAST: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont
SOUTHWEST: Arizona, Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
SOUTHEAST: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia<
Canada: Alberta, Ontario
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
For 28 years, PGC Basketball has been the worldwide leader in teaching players how to think the game, be a leader, and run the show.
We believe every player deserves to know how to unlock their potential. We believe every player deserves to discover how to be a leader on and off the court. And, we believe every player deserves to know how to use the game to propel themselves to success in life.
At PGC Basketball, we’re a team of passionate teachers of the game who won’t stop at anything in our quest to inspire and equip dedicated players and coaches everywhere.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Since 2012, PGC has provided more than $500,000 in financial assistance. Each year, we do our best to assist as many families as possible.
Scholarship applications begin each spring for summer sessions at: Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website to learn about our summer overnight basketball camps, our skills academy camps for youth players, and our fall weekend camps.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our PGC staff are remarkable individuals with a passion to learn, grow, and impact others. There are three ways to get involved: be a volunteer coach, join our paid summer staff, or join our year-round team.
Our Camp Website Link: pgcbasketball.com
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PGC Basketball
Visit Our IUP Swimming Camp Website
724-357-2779
cvilla[AT]iup.edu
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15701
CAMPER AGES: 11-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our select camps offer a unique experience by regulating the number of campers to 18 per camp in order to maximize the coaching and camp experience.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 75 miles East of Pittsburgh, PA on the beautiful campus of Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Please visit our website for more information.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: >Highlights include:
Camp t-shirt
Technique focused work on all four strokes
Starts, turns and relay practice
Staff organized activities during free time
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Select Swim Camps:
June 20 - 22 - Technique
June 27 - 29 - Technique
July 6 - 9 - Performance
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IUP Swimming Camp
Visit Our Camp Oneka Website
610-524-7652-winter
570-226-4049-summer
info[AT]oneka.com
325 Route 390
Tafton, PA 18464
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
108 Whiteland Hills Circle
Exton, PA 19341
CAMPER AGES: 7 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Residential
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Oneka is an American Camp Association accredited camp for girls located on the shores of Fairview Lake in the Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania. We provide a rich traditional program with a wide variety of activities and have a camper-to-counselor ratio of 3:1, which creates a warm family atmosphere.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the Pocono Mountain region of northeast Pennsylvania, on a beautiful 200 acre natural, deep water lake. We are 30 miles east of Scranton and 120 miles northwest of New York City. Camp is just three miles north of interstate 84.
CAMP FACILITIES: Many of the facilities in our historic 110 year old camp have recently (10 years) been updated. They include a dining hall and kitchen, craft house, boat house, medical facility, and eight of the fourteen camper cabins. The oldest building in camp is our historic Lodge, used for shows and group gatherings. The 200 acre natural lake provides a beautiful and functional setting for all our aquatic activities. Camp also includes a climbing wall, tennis courts, a volleyball court, field, archery range, campcraft area, nature/ecology area, and a 500 acre preserved area used for hiking and mountain biking.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our aquatic program is extensive, taking advantage of our location on a beautiful, 200 acre, natural, mountain lake. Water skiing, swimming, canoeing, sailing, kayaking, water trampoline, and more occur on the lake. 80-90% of our staff, on average, are trained in Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid. Our boat drivers are required to have a Pennsylvania boating safety license and are screened in our boats.
Older campers may take whitewater canoe trips on the Delaware River and/or a four-day lake canoeing trip to the Adirondacks. Other trips include hiking on the Appalachian Trail, Loyalsock Trail (World's End State Park), Rickett's Glen State Park, Hickory Run State Park, and local trips to the blueberry farm, mill pond, and a local camping spot.
Additional program information is available on our web site at: Our Camp Website Link: www.oneka.com.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Turtles Trail Foundation. Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.turtlestrailfoundation.org.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Many camps have similar programs. Oneka has three unique qualities: It offers a rich 110 year history of camping, complete with intriguing traditions. Oneka is a small camp, offering an excellent 3-1 camper to staff ratio. Oneka's waterfront is uniquely beautiful and functional.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full summer session: June 27 - August 15 (7 weeks) $7,600.00
1st Session: June 27 - July 21 (3 1/2 weeks) $4,250.00
2-week session (new campers only) June 27 - July 11 $3,150.00
2nd Session: July 22 - August 15 (3 1/2 weeks) $4,250.00
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
See website for summer job application.
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Camp Oneka
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