2023 Summer Camp Guide

A camp for every child – The keys to finding the right camp

Narrow the camp choices by finding which program is the right fit

Camp can last from just a few days or stretch to all summer long. It’s well worth the trouble to investigate camp programs before your camper packs a backpack. These questions help you explore the options.

Near or far?

Where do you want your child to go to camp? Locally or far away? Near means minimal travel costs, easier to evaluate or visit, and correspondence to and from campers is quicker. Far means different geographical – cultural even – experiences, and greater promotion of independence.

Short or long session?

How long do you want your child to remain at camp? Short sessions (1-3 weeks) mean first-time campers can learn new skills and warm-up to the idea of being at camp, less expense,

and minimal homesickness. Longer sessions (4-12 weeks) mean gaining a strong sense of belonging and community, development of specialized skills, and lifelong friendships.

Girls only, boys only or co-ed?

Now may be the opportunity to explore this choice with your camper. Single-sex camps mean breaking gender stereotypes and more opportunities to “Be Yourself”, co-ed camps mean allowing families with a boy and girl to send them to the same camp, and offers diverse points of view.

Traditional, specialty, and special needs?

Understanding the strengths in a camp’s focus may help you make your choice. A ‘traditional’ camp offers a wide variety of activities that campers are exposed to. A ‘specialty’ camp may have campers select one or two specialized activities (often combined with traditional offerings) and focuses on proficiency in particular skills. ‘Special needs’ camps will offer activities

geared to campers’ abilities, have knowledgeable staff with expertise to understand campers’ challenges, and

have a supportive and fun atmosphere to share with others.

Make the most of the summer camp experience

Planning and preparation can lay the foundation for a successful summer season

Summer camp season will soon be here, and throngs of children will board buses each morning or pack their parents’ cars full of essentials to survive a few weeks away from home.

Looking back, many adults who experienced summer camp have fond memories of their adventures — whether they all went according to plan or there were some hiccups along the way. Parents want their children to make their own summer camp memories. Even if the canoe capsizes or the cabin leaks during a summer thunderstorm, such experiences can build character and strengthen friendships.

According to RegPack, an online registration software company, more than six million American children participate in some form of camp each year, including sleep-away camp or day camp. The American Camp Associa-

tion says that number is closer to 14 million, with the most popular camp session length around one week or less. Families getting prepared for camp can follow these guidelines to ensure the experience is one kids won’t soon forget.

Search for an accredited camp

Accredited camps must meet more than 300 standards related to program quality, safety and health, according to the ACA. An accredited camp will likely give parents the most peace of mind.

Consider children’s readiness

There’s no magic age when a child may be ready to go to camp, but generally kids who are ages seven or eight may be fine to start a resident sleepaway camp. Day camp kids can begin as early as age three, the same age kids often begin preschool programs. Gauge whether the child has spent time away from home at friends’ or family members’ homes to decide if a resident camp will be the right fit or if a day

camp is more appropriate.

Connect with fellow campers

If possible, attend a meet-and-greet prior to the start of the season. Neighborhood day camps tend to draw kids from local communities, so there’s already a chance kids will know a few

fellow campers.

Get to know camp counselors early on

Campers can introduce themselves to camp counselors and other program directors and are urged to ask questions about specific programs. Counselors can direct campers toward activities they may enjoy.

Make the most of all situations

Much of summer camp will likely be smooth-sailing, but it’s reasonable to expect some bumps along the way. Campers shouldn’t expect perfection, but use the situations that may go awry as learning experiences on how to handle adversity — trying to find the fun in them anyway. Even a medical situation can be overcome, particularly because camps staff qualified medical personnel to ensure campers are safe and well.

Summer camp can be a great experience, especially when families take some pre-camp measures aimed at ensuring kids have a fun season.

A national camp association estimates some 14 million children took part in a summer camp last year.

Camp Guide 2023

Whether your kids love animals, sports, the great outdoors, art and music or anything in between, you’re sure to find something within these pages. Most municipally sponsored camps are not included here; call your local recreation department for details on what’s available in your community. Remember to register early, as many camps fill up quickly.

General Camps

The classic summer camp experience.

All Saints Academy

915 West Main Road, Middletown; 401/848-4300; allsaintsacademy.org

Children ages 3-9 enjoy a vacation filled with challenging activities, interesting field trips, and cookouts, with new themes every week.

Aquidneck Island Day Camp

Glen Park, Glen Rd., Portsmouth; 401/864-3183; AquidneckIslandDayCa mp@gmail.com www.AquidneckIslandDayCamp.com

COME SAILING

Summer Sailing Sessions with EBSF: Junior Sailing & EBSF Race Team, Adult Lessons & J/22 Charters & Racing

Jr. Summer camp for kids: Beginner - Intermediate - Adventure Sailing Opti Race - 420 Race - Foiling

Adult Sailing Classes

Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced & Foiling Weeknights

exciting summer fun that Aquidneck Island has to offer. Campers get to pick their fun by choosing from our menu of activities, which include: sailing, the beach, hiking, field trips, POW Science, art, and more! Plus, to prevent the “summer slide” we integrate academic learning into each day and make learning fun and rewarding for campers.

Camp Aldersgate

1043 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate; 401/568-4350; campaldersgate.com

Run by the United Methodist Church, Camp Aldersgate offers overnight and day camp with activities including horseback riding, aquatics, fishing, sports, creativity, cooking, arts, explorers, and a grandparents’ camp to name a few. Focused sessions are also available, where campers will have the opportunity to collaborate through the lens of living arts, social justice, and more.

Camp Cedarwood

25 Old County Road, Barrington; 401/246-0188; bbcri.org/cedarwood

This camp, for grades K to 8 and operated by Barrington Baptist Church, offers Bible study, crafts, sports, games, cooking, music, daily swimming and weekly field trips.

Newport Boys and Girls Club: Camp Grosvenor

www.bcgnewport.org/campgrosvenor

Camp Grosvenor is an American Camp Association Accredited, state-licensed summer day camp located on 95 acres along the beautiful Pettaquamscutt River in Saunderstown, RI. Activities will include ropes courses, a climbing wall, swimming, arts and crafts, archery, field games, water trampolining, dance, and more! This camp offers 4 2-week programs for children ages 5-14 from early July through late August. DHS accepted and scholarships available.

Camp JORI

1065 Worden’s Pond Rd., Wakefield; 401/783-7000; www.campjori.com

Camp JORI aims to provide a high quality overnight Jewish camping experience that is available to all families in a safe and supportive setting so that each JORI camper will develop life-long connections with the Jewish community while taking part in fun activities like sports, crafts, and more. They offer Overnight Camp for grades 2-10, Day Camp for grades K-4, and a weekend program for those who want to get a taste of Overnight Camp.

Camp Ramsbottom

Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket, One Moeller Place, Pawtucket; 401-7228840; bgcpawt.org

Camp Ramsbottom in nearby Rehoboth is for boys and girls ages 6 to 13. A full range of activities includes archery, art, basketball, crafts, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, soccer, swimming, tennis and much more. Bus

CAMP GUIDE

service to Camp Ramsbottom is provided from convenient locations in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, with camper drop off each morning and afternoon pick up. The camp runs in two-week sessions from June through August.

The Children’s Workshop

Locations in Warren (401/247-2503), Rumford (401/434-1118), Riverside (401/228-6209) and Seekonk (508/3362677); www.childrensworkshop.com

Children enjoy field trips, sports, swimming, STEM activities, arts and crafts and more. In addition to their traditional camp for ages 5-12, The Children’s Workshop offers high quality onsite early education programs, for infants through pre-k, for younger siblings.

Camp Wetu at Mount Hope Farm

Mount Hope Farm, 250 Metacom Ave., Bristol; 401/254-1745; mounthopefarm. org

Camp Wetu offers 7 week-long sessions, each focusing on 1 of 4 themed curriculums integrating the Farm’s unique landscape as a laboratory for kid friendly learning on a range of topics including farming, forestry, hiking, science, history, conservation and fun! Camps are for ages 5 to 12.

XEpiscopal Conference Center Summer Camp

872 Reservoir Road, on Echo Lake, Pascoag; 401/568-4055; www.eccri.org

Friends Academy

Summer

Programs

1088 Tucker Road, North Dartmouth, 508/999-1356; www.friendsacademy1810.org

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Summer Camps

Various locations; 401/331-4500; www. gssne.org

Day and overnight camps for girls entering grades K-12 include traditional camp experiences like swimming, boating, arts and crafts, nature, cooking and outdoor skills.

Narragansett Council - Boy Scouts of America Camps

10 Risho Ave., East Providence; 401/3518700; narragansettbsa.org

There are several camps scheduled for summer, from themed cub scout day camp to outdoor adventure camps.

Summer at Gordon

Gordon School, 45 Maxfield Ave., East Providence; 401/434-3833; www.gordonschool.org

Gordon offers a series of day camps each summer, for students in grades pre-K through 8.

CAMP WAMSUTTA | Newman YMCA

Y MEMBERS REGISTER BY APRIL 1 & SAVE $15/WEEK!

Run by the Episcopal Diocese of R.I., this camp offers opportunities for those ages 4 to 18 and includes daily worship, swimming, creative evening programs and time with friends or family.

Offers a wide variety of nature, academic and sports camps for children aged 3-18.

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Choose your summer adventure at YC amp A dventure.org

Camp Wamsutta is located on the grounds of the Newman YMCA in a generous outdoor space that has large fields for sports and games, a mile long nature trail, and a full archery range. Campers participate in recreational swim in the Newman Y pool. From theater and dance performances to building skills on the low ropes course, Camp Wamsutta has everything a child needs to have an amazing camp experience!

• Monday - Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm*

• Scholarships are available

*Extended

Swimming Team Building Archery Sports & Games

Friends STEM Activities Nature Gardening

Summer is a time for kids to explore and expand the limits of their imagination. Y camp is a place where kids can develop skills, confidence and new friendships. Everyday is a new adventure!

JUNE 26 - AUGUST 25

• Camps for kids entering Kindergarten - 5th grades

CAMP WAMSUTTA | Newman YMCA

Camp Wamsutta is located on the grounds of the Newman YMCA in a generous outdoor space that has large fields for sports and games, a mile long nature trail, and a full archery range. Campers participate in recreational swim in the Newman Y pool. From theater and dance performances to building skills on the low ropes course, Camp Wamsutta has everything a child needs to have an amazing camp experience!

Canoeing Arts & Crafts Hiking

Ga-Ga Ball ...and FUN!

• Monday - Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm*

• Scholarships are available

YMCA SUMMER CAMP RUNS

• Camps for kids entering Kindergarten - 5th grades

*Extended Day program available from 7AM until 5:30pm for an additional cost.

YMCA SUMMER CAMP RUNS

Summer is a time for kids to explore and expand the limits of their imagination. Y camp is a place where kids can develop skills,

CAMP WAMSUTTA |

YMCA

Camp Wamsutta is located on the grounds of the Newman YMCA in a generous outdoor space that has large fields for sports and games, a mile long nature trail, and a full archery range. Campers participate in recreational swim in the Newman Y pool. From theater and dance performances to building skills on the low ropes course, Camp Wamsutta has everything a child needs to have an amazing camp experience!

Y MEMBERS REGISTER BY APRIL 1 & SAVE $15/WEEK!

Summer is a time for kids to explore and expand the limits of their imagination. Y camp is a place where kids can develop skills, confidence and new friendships. Everyday is a new adventure!

Summer J-Camp at the Dwares JCC

401 Elmgrove Ave., Providence; 401/4214111; jewishallianceri.org

Day camps for children entering grades K-10 including sports, art, acting, animals, cooking, science, travel, and so many more ways for your child to create an exciting summer full of memories.

Moses Brown Summer Camps

250 Lloyd Ave., Providence; 401/8317350, ext. 150; www.mosesbrown.org

Moses Brown offers a traditional day camp for children ages 3-15 as well as camps with a special mixture of arts, sports, music, chess, computers, design/ build, engineering, forensics, maritime studies & sailing, theater, and swimming.

Pennfield School Summer Camp

110 Sandy Point Ave., Portsmouth; 401/849-4646; www.pennfield.org

A camp for ages 3 to 14 utilizing Pennfield’s state-of-the-art facilities including an in-ground swimming pool, gymnasium, air-conditioned library, art studio, science lab, auditorium, and playing fields.

Rocky Hill School Summer Enrichment Academy and Camps

530 Ives Road, East Greenwich; 401/884-9070;www.rockyhill.org

Offers a variety of summer programs, sports and specialty programs for ages 3-11 including themed weeks, focusing on topics such as sports, line dancing, Dungeons and Dragons, and more.

St. Michael’s Country Day School

180 Rhode Island Ave., Newport; 401/849-5970; www.smcds.org

St. Michael’s offers a variety of summer camp programs for children age 3 to those entering 8th grade, as well as a theater program for young performing artists ages 9-16. St. Michael’s also hosts a robotic arts camp for 5th to 8th graders.

Wheeler School Summer Programs

Wheeler School Farm, 357 Walker St., Seekonk; 508/336-8377; wheelersummercamp.com

Wheeler Summer Camps offers a traditional outdoor day camp experience for campers ranging in age from 3-15. Activities are geared toward exploration of the outdoors, learning life skills, arts and ath-

letics.

YMCA Camps

While each YMCA camp designs its own programs to serve its local community, each YMCA promotes the core Y principles of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. Following are some local YMCAs offering camps.

n Bayside YMCA, 70 West St., Barrington; 401/245-2444; www.ymcagreaterprovidence.org.

n Newman YMCA, 472 Taunton Ave., Seekonk; 508/336-7103; www. ymcagreaterprovidence.org.

n Newport County YMCA, 792 Valley Road, Middletown; 401/847-9200 or www.newportymca.org.

Environmental Camps

Although most traditional summer camps offer outdoor experiences and incorporate their settings in their programs, some camps specialize in teaching kids to appreciate the natural environment.

Audubon Society of Rhode Island

Nature Day Camps

Nature Center and Aquarium, 1401 Hope St., Bristol; Caratunk Wildlife Refuge,

301 Brown Ave., Seekonk; and Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge, 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield; 401/245-7500, 401/949-5454; www.audubonsummercamp.com

Audubon summer camp gets kids ages 2 1/2 to 12 outside exploring fields, forests, ponds and the coast of Narragansett Bay. It’s the perfect environment for adventure, exploration, learning, and loads of fun.

Camp Sequoia at Blithewold

Blithewold Gardens and Arboretum, 101 Ferry Road, Bristol; 401/253-2707; www. blithewold.org

For kids ages 5-10, the camp specializes in hands-on programs emphasizing the interaction of plants, animals, humans and the environment.

The Lloyd Center Summer Programs

430 Potomska Road, South Dartmouth, Mass.; 774/628-9241; www.lloydcenter. org

The Lloyd Center’s summer programs are designed to give motivated students entering ages 9-12 an opportunity to explore different aspects of environmental science. All coastal studies sessions include field study, laboratory work, and fun. The Young Naturalist program, for ages 6-9, teaches kids about fish, birds, crustaceans, snakes, mammals and more.

Norman Bird Sanctuary Summer Camp

583 Third Beach Road, Middletown; 401/846-2577; www.normanbirdsanctuary.org

The Norman Bird Sanctuary offers day camp programs through the summer for children ages 3 1/2 to 14. The age-appropriate and innovative camps offer a unique blend of hands-on learning, games, animal encounters and team building. Camp groups led by caring, enthusiastic and professional teacher naturalists utilize Norman Bird Sanctuary’s

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325-acre outdoor classroom.

Save The Bay’s Bay Camps

Save The Bay, 100 Save The Bay Drive, Providence; 401/272-3540; www.savebay.org

Narragansett Bay is what sets our summer camps apart from all the rest. In fact, it’s our campground. During our week-long, full- and half-day camps, children from kindergarten through high school enjoy hands-on exploration of Rhode Island’s greatest natural resource. From sailing and science to critters and crafts, plus locations throughout Rhode Island, there’s a camp for every child who loves the outdoors.

ZooCamp

Roger Williams Park Zoo, 1000 Elmwood Ave., Providence; 401/785-3510; www. rwpzoo.org.

Games, hands-on activities, crafts, animal encounters and tours of the zoo for ages 4-18.

Educational Camps

These camps focus on academics or a specialized area of study, from foreign language to technology.

Battleship Cove - Nautical Nights

5 Water Street, Fall River Mass • 508678-1100 • www.battleshipcove.org

Journey through time and camp aboard a historic World War II battleship. Overnight program for scout troops to experience life as a sailor and to sleep on a World War II battleship. It also includes school and

youth groups as well as family overnights.

Camp Happy Trails

Potter League for Animals, 87 Oliphant Lane, Middletown; 401-846-8276; www. potterleague.org

Kids in grades 1-7 are introduced to the

wonders of the animal kingdom while learning compassion and respect for the world around them.

French-American School of R.I. Summer Program

75 John St., Providence; 401/274-3325; www.fasri.org

Kids ages 3 to 10 have summer fun in French. Activities include arts, crafts, sports, fresh air, and French language experience and exposure.

Mathnasium of Portsmouth

14 Potomac Rd, Portsmouth; 401/6836284; Mathnasium.com/Portsmouth

Morning and afternoon programs designed to prevent summer learning loss.

Montessori of Barrington

Montessori-centre.com

303 Sowams Road, Barrington RI

Get ready for a summer full of excitement, discovery, and adventure with the Montessori Centre of Barrington’s Travelers Around the World program. At MCB Summer Camp, children will explore our

world by creating projects that include skills such as observation, investigation, hypotheses, critical and evaluative thinking, and ecological awareness such as care and respect for our only home... our planet earth. This camp is for children ages 3-5.

St. Andrew’s School Summer Programs

St. Andrew’s School, 63 Federal Road, Barrington; 401/246-1230; summeratsaintandrews.org

Summer at St. Andrew’s is a nondenominational, co-ed day camp serving campers aged 3 to 17. We offer traditional day camps, sports camps, creative camps, STEAM programs, and academic programs. We specialize in small focused camps with infinite possibilities.

Creative Camps

These camps focus on the arts ranging from dance to theater to studio art.

Arts Alive!

191 County Road, Barrington; 401/2370638; www.artsalivebarrington.org

Acting, music, dance, fun! Arts Alive! Summer Theatre Camps are for students

entering grades 3 to 8. Space is limited, and they fill up quickly. Summer 2023 performances include: “Grease,” “The Addams Family,” “High School Musical (1&2),” Annie,” and “Guys & Dolls.”

The Artists’ Exchange

50 Rolfe Square, Cranston; 401/4909475; www.artists-exchange.org

Campers ages 5 to 14 will find a wide range of classes and opportunities to create digital and physical art with mediums including paint, clay, and found and recycled materials. Camps are taught in fully equipped studios and theater spaces by certified teachers and professional artists.

Next Stop Broadway

Providence Performing Arts Center, 220

Weybosset St., Providence; 401/4212997; www.ppacri.org

Weeklong day camp for theater-loving kids ages 10-17. Includes five days of singing, dancing, acting, and master classes, and culminates with a performance for family and friends on the PPAC stage.

KidsEye Summer

Filmmaking Workshop [CAMP NOT ON SITE]

University of Rhode Island, Kingston; 401/861-4445; www.RIFilmFest.org

This fun yet intensive five-day filmmaking camp for children ages 8 to 17 is presented by FLICKERS: Rhode Island International Film Festival. Participants step into the roles of screenwriters, actors, directors and crew and learn the basic elements of the filmmaking process, culminating in a premiere screening of their finished films.

Lincoln School

301 Butler Ave., Providence; 401/3319696 x4103; Lincolnschool.org

Held at both the Providence campus and the school’s sports complex in Rehoboth,

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— SUMMER CAMP —

Travelers Around the World 2023

Montessori Centre Summer

Age: 3-5 years old

Get ready for a summer full of excitement, discovery, and adventure. At MCB Summer Camp, children will explore our world by creating projects that include skills such as observation, investigation, hypotheses, critical and evaluative thinking, and ecological awareness such as care and respect for our only home... our planet earth.

➢ Session I: Continents around the world June 19 -June 30

➢ Session II: Cultures around the world July 3 – July 14

➢ Session III: Food from around the world July 17 - 28

Get ready for a summer discovery, and adventure.

MMONTESSORI CENTRE OF BARRINGTON, INC.

303 Sowams Road, Barrington RI • montessori-centre.com

children will explore our world that include skills investigation, hypotheses thinking, and ecological and respect for our only home...

For more information about the program, schedule, and tuition, please email us: email@ montessori-centre.com (Tshirts and caps will be provided)

Traditional and specialty summer camps for children ages 3 to 15.

Lincoln hosts a wide array of camps for children entering grades K-12, including photography, cooking, leadership, sports, and more.

Newport Art Museum Summer Programs

76 Bellevue Ave., Newport; 401/8482787; www.newportartmuseum.org

Art camps and classes offered for kids ages 6 to 13, with focus ranging from sculpture to painting to drawing to mixed media and more.

Newport Academy of Ballet

3 Charles St., Newport; 401-849-8473 newportacademyofballet.com

One-week beginner or intermediate camps for ages 3 to 12, or intermediate and intensive camps for ages 9 to 13+. Campers explore dance through creative movement, learning ballet, modern, jazz, folk, choreography and more.

R.I. Philharmonic Music School Summer Programs

The Carter Center for Music Education & Performance, 667 Waterman Ave., East Providence; 401.248.7001; riphil.org/ summer23

Diverse and fun summer programs for all ages – from babies to adults. Group classes throughout the summer include Music Together®, Rhythm Kids®, Music Theory & Ear Training, Ukulele for Everyone, Suzuki Piano and Suzuki Guitar for Grown-ups. Jazz, Rock & Blues and Chamber Music workshops will be offered for students elementary age and up (including adults), while weekly ensembles for middle and high school students include Jazz Combos, Big Band, Jazz Fusion and Rock. Private lessons, the core of a student’s musical training, are available for any age and any type of music.

RISD Continuing Education Summer Camps and Classes

Locations in Providence and Barrington; (401) 454-6200; ce.risd.edu

Rhode Island School of Design heats up this summer with expanded offerings for youth ages 6–17. Young artists immerse themselves in the art-making process and have fun creating and sharing with others, in courses and camps taught by instructors who are energetic and passionate about art education. Explore topics ranging from drawing and painting to sculpture and cartooning. Full-day camps for ages 6–12 are held at Tillinghast Place in Barrington, and half-day for teens 13–17 are held on the RISD campus in Providence as well as online.

Rosemary’s School of Dance Education

www.rosemarysdance.com

Rosemary’s Summer Dance Project offers a variety of programs in June through

Youth Sailing Summer Camp

Ages 7-15; All Levels of Experience

Sail on Herreshoff 12½ Spring & Fall After School Programs

Adult Private or Group Lessons

For Full Schedule, visit herreshoff.org/programs

Art By You at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio

Summer Art “Camp To Go”

33 Kent St., Barrington, RI ; 401/2471397; www.weirdgirlcreations.com

The studio offers camp for ages 3-12. Students work in clay, try their hand at the wheel, paint, and draw. Register early; some weeks are already full.

Sports Camps

The number of summer camps devoted to individual sports is huge. Keep an eye out for sports camps available through many of the private schools and colleges in the area. In addition, many traditional camps as well as the YMCAs will offer specialized sports and adventure themes including ropes courses, rock climbing, hiking, skateboarding and more.

Community Boating Center

August for dancers ages 3 to 12.

Summer dance camps at The Ballet Center

89 Gooding Ave., Bristol; 401/254-2847; theballetctr.com

The Ballet Center offers several half and full-day dance camps for dancers ages 3 to 18.

Trinity Repertory Young –Young Actors Summer Institute

201 Washington St, Providence; 401/521-1100; www.trinityrep.com

The Young Actors Summer Institute is one of the most comprehensive arts enrichment summer programs in New England. Taught by Trinity Rep’s professional acting company and Trinity’s education staff, students aged 10-18 are able to choose from a variety of different classes, including playwriting,stage combat, improvisation, film and much more.

India Point Park, Providence; 401/4547245; www.communityboating.com

For ages 8-16. Curriculum allows stepped progression through a variety of opportunities for beginner, racing or cruising-minded sailors.

East Bay Sailing Foundation

Bristol Yacht Club, 101 Poppasquash Road, Bristol; 401/253-0775; www.eastbaysailingfoundation.org

Classes for ages 6 to adult, taught in Bristol Harbor. Novice, beginner, intermediate and advanced racing classes offered.

Herreshoff Seamanship Program

Herreshoff Marine Museum, 1 Burnside St., Bristol; 401-253-5000; www.herreshoff.org

Youth sailing camp on classic Herreshoff sloops; All levels of experience welcome; family and adult classes and boat rentals available on weeknights and weekends.

Sailboat Rentals

Longplex Summer Sports Camps

300 Industrial Way, Tiverton; 401-816-6650; longplex.com/summersportcamp

Week-long sports camps for ages 6 to 13 will include soccer, basketball, flag football, volleyball, floor hockey, kickball, wiffle ball, beanbag toss, trails walks, arts and crafts, bouncy house and more.

Ninja Warrior Summer Camp

Self Defense Training Center, 1235 Wampanoag Trail, Riverside; 401/4379223; SelfDefenseRI.com

Karate Camp is more than just Karate — the main focus is to make sure every camper has a great time. Campers will have the chance to take part in their favorite games, sports and other activities in a safe, supervised and fun setting. Children in camp have a great opportunity to improve strength, endurance and flexibility.

Ocean State Swim Camp

Roger Williams University, Bristol oceanstateswimcamp.com

Led by RWU head swim coach Matt Emmert, the program offers a four-day camp for ages 7 to 18 to learn the latest techniques for all four strokes.

Prestige Fitness & Gymnastics Center

1735 GAR Highway, Swansea; 508-379-1019; www.PrestigeFitGym.com

Offering summer programs for ages 3+, blending gymnastics with fitness, fun and physical activity.

Rhode Island Fencing Academy

14 Almeida Ave., East Providence; 401/434-2404; RIFAC.com

National gold medalists, World Cup athletes, and local champions will be on

hand to fence with, and offer advice and guidance to, camp participants. Offering full-day, half-day and intensive camps.

Roger Williams University Summer Programs

Roger Williams University, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol; 401/254-3050; www.rwu.edu

Programs from marine biology to cyber camp to athletics, available on RWU’s Bristol campus.

Summer Youth Sailing

72 Fort Adams Drive, Newport; 401-849-8385; sailnewport.org

Sail Newport is offering summer sailing programs for ages 5 and up, from begin ner to advanced. Campers will learn skills, build confidence and have fun on the water.

Tennis Hall of Fame Camp

194 Bellevue Ave., Newport; 401-8493990; tennisfame.com/camp

Build skills and have fun on the courts, for ages 8 to 16.

Special Needs/Health Needs

There are many summer recreational opportunities specifically for children with physical, developmental or emotion al disabilities, as well as those with special health care needs. A good source is the R.I. Developmental Disabilities Council, which puts together an annual summer guide every year; you can find it at www. riddc.org.

Camp Surefire

www.campsurefire.org

This one-week overnight camp provides an opportunity for kids aged 7 to 17 with type one diabetes to meet and learn from older campers, counselors and staff. This year, we will be running our overnight

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camp at Camp JORI in Wakefield, RI.

The Jack Rua Camp for Children

Camp Wannagoagain

Camp Aquapaug, West Kingston, RI; 401/785-2666; www.theautismproject.

A fun-filled A fun-filled summer summer awaits awaits at at CAMP GROSVENOR CAMP GROSVENOR

Camp Grosvenor Camp Grosvenor is an American Camp Associated Accredited, is an American Camp Associated Accredited, state-licensed summer day camp located on 95 acres along the state-licensed summer day camp located 95 acres along the beautiful Pettaquamscutt River in Saunderstown, Rhode Island. beautiful Pettaquamscutt River in Saunderstown, Rhode Island.

PROGRAMMING FOR PROGRAMMING FOR CHILDREN AGES 5-14 CHILDREN 5-14

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

High/low ropes course, climbing wall, swimming, arts & crafts, archery, field games, water trampoline, dance, and more!

Dates: July 5th-August 25th

Time: 4, 2-Week Sessions

M-F, 8 am - 4:30 pm

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VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO REGISTER TODAY!

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www.bgcnewport.org/camp-grosvenor or contact us at 401-847-6927

Recruiting Showcase: June 16 - 18

Technique Day Camp: June 26 - 29 • July 17 - 20

Where: Roger Williams University

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