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By Terri Akman Camps today are sensitive to show respect for a diverse group of campers, including campers’ sexual orientation and gender identity. About 60 percent of camps accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) say they serve campers who identify as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning), says Tom Rosenberg, ACA CEO, although given the sensitivity of the subject and the fact that many campers are still quite young, it’s possible the number is higher.

“Camps are working hard to understand the individual needs of every one of their children and staff in terms of gender identity, respecting that it’s not a binary thing but a spectrum and very fluid,” says Rosenberg.

‘It’s just no big deal’

No matter what a camp’s primary focus is — sports, arts, science, etc. — camp gives children the opportunity to learn about themselves and engage socially with others. This is true for kids of any sexual orientation or gender identity. In a diverse world, camp offers a chance for all kinds of kids to interact.

Camp Havaya in the Poconos offers traditional camp activities, but says its focus is on the camper’s personal development.

“We really want kids to grow as human beings,” says Camp Director Sheira Director-Nowack, who stresses the camp’s support of diversity and inclusion.

About 20 percent of their campers between 2nd and 11th grades identify as LGBTQ, but the focus is less about orientation and more about feeling comfortable whatever that orientation happens to be. “It’s just no big deal,” Director-Nowack says.

Some campers identify as heterosexual, some have two moms or two dads, but all feel really comfortable being around all types of people.

“When you first enter Camp Havaya, you are greeted not only by incredible and amazing people, but also by a huge rainbow flag,” says Mickey L., 16, from the Mt. Airy section of Philadelphia. “At Havaya, when I came out as genderqueer, it was a smooth and drama-free shift in how people referred to me.”

Mickey especially appreciates how the camp embraces diversity and holds acceptance

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as a core value. “Unlike the world outside of Havaya, I have never encountered anyone at camp who has directly refused to call me by my name and pronouns — they and them. Even the bathroom, where the sign reads, ‘This bathroom may be used by anyone, regardless of gender identity or expression,’ is a small thing that makes a huge difference in the safety and comfort of many campers.”

Diversity’s life lessons

When Melinda W., 13, attended Liberty Lake, a day camp in Bordentown, NJ, she mentioned to her mom, that there was a transgender child in her bunk. “She said the child felt uncomfortable being in a bunk with boys but was more comfortable being with girls,” recalled her mom, Donna C., from Burlington Township, NJ. “That made sense to me and I’m very glad she’s accepting of people who are going through their own personal challenges.”

She appreciates that her kids meet all kinds of children.

“When they get out of school and camp they will be exposed to people from all different walks of life,” she says. “It’s important to learn at a young age how to negotiate people who are different than them.”

For Melinda, this bunkmate was just one of the crew. “I realized they were really, really nice, and it didn’t really matter what gender they identified as,” she recalled. “As long as they are happy and comfortable in their own skin and they have enough support, it should be fine with everybody. I learned it’s okay to be who you are.”

While housing decisions can be a little tricky, Adam Simon, owner and director of Odyssey Teen Camp in Holmes, NY, where 25 percent of the campers identify as LGBTQ, says adjustments are easy to make.

“We put campers in whatever cabin they want and generally it works out really well,” Simon says. “We do whatever we can to make certain each camper is in the cabin they feel most comfortable and sometimes it means moving campers around and that’s not a big deal at camp.”

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Young generations lead the way

Camps train staff to be sensitive to all campers’ needs, including sensitivity training regarding sexual orientation and gender identity. Many camps have added gender-neutral bathrooms and dressing areas.

For campers and the young adults who are their counselors, inclusivity comes naturally, says Andy Pritikin, owner and director

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Thrilling adventures are in store for children at summer camps throughout the Delaware Valley in 2019! This camp directory includes an ample array of choices for all abilities, ages and interests.

Navigate the directory by focusing on your preferences for: • Geographic area: Camps are grouped by county & outlying areas.

• Category: Each description is prefaced by camp type — day, program, residential, special needs or travel.

• Special features: Blue icons at the end of each listing indicate if a camp offers extended day care, part-day or part-week schedules, financial aid or transportation. Abbreviations denote whether a camp is ACA accredited, has a counselor-in-training program or may accommodate some special needs. See the key at the bottom of the page.

Find a searchable version at MetroKids.com/camps.

Contact camps to express interest and mention you saw their listing in MetroKids.

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS Engineering for Kids Multiple Locations 215-559-9233 greaterphila@ engineeringforkids.com Engineeringforkids.com/ greaterphila

DAY Engineering For Kids brings science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to kids in a fun and challenging way through camps, classes and parties. We are proud to inspire children to build on their natural curiosity by teaching engineering concepts through hands-on learning.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania 330 Manor Rd. Headquarters: Miquon, PA Gsep.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM, RESIDENTIAL Nobody does camp like Girl Scouts! Want to build exploding volcanoes, learn survival techniques like Katniss or whip up new recipes over a campfire? GSEP has got you covered. We’ve got four resident and three day camps that are open to all girls — let camp be your first Girl Scouts experience!

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Temple University Summer Education Camps 580 Meetinghouse Rd. Temple University Ambler; Ambler, Center City, Main Campus 267-468-8500 Temple.edu/summer/youthcamps

DAY Temple University offers Summer Education Camps for youth ages 8 to 17. June, July & August at Ambler and Main campus. Camps include: Robotics, Art and Drawing, Forensic Science, Theater, Minecraft & more. Visit us on the web at temple.edu/summer/youthcamps

BUCKS Camp Onas 609 Geigel Hill Rd. Ottsville, PA 610-847-5858 Camponas.org

RESIDENTIAL Camp Onas, the Quaker camp in Bucks Cty., PA, is for all kids ages 8-13. Campers live & play in a friendly, diverse community, choosing their own activities from a complete camp program. 2- & 4- week sessions. Special 1-week sessions for first-time campers ages 7 & 8. ACA

George School Day Camp 1690 Newtown Langhorne Rd. Newtown, PA 215-579-6500 Gsdaycamp.org

DAY Summer is better with Friends! Voted Best Day Camp in Bucks County three years in a row, GSDC is open to boys and girls ages 4 to 14. From archery to arts, swimming to ziplining and everything in between GSDC gives campers experiences and opportunities like none other. Lunch is provided daily!

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Kids U! at Delaware Valley University 700 E. Butler Ave. Doylestown, PA delval.edu/kidsu2019

DAY Our Kids U! one-week specialty camps and academies feature science, digital arts, robotics, engineering, equine and more! Kids and teens ages 5 to 18 will have fun designing apps, working in a lab, interacting with animals, programming robots, building their own business and other exciting activities!

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CHESTER Kimberton Waldorf School Summer Camp 410 West Seven Stars Rd. Phoenixville, PA 19460 admissions@kimberton.org kimberton.org

DAY Summer days filled with creek adventures, arts, crafts, creative play, picnics, woodland explorations, games, water play and fun. Our beautiful campus provides a wholesome environment where children can experience the wonders of nature and create memories to last a lifetime.

Academy of Notre Dame de Namur 560 Sproul Rd. Villanova, PA 610-687-0650 Ndapa.org/summercamp

DAY Notre Dame summer programs include dance, science, rowing, and sports camps for middle and high school girls.

Discover, explore, create, and have fun!

Benchmark School Summer Camp 2107 N. Providence Rd. Media, PA; 610-565-3741 Admissions@benchmarkschool.org Benchmarkschool.org

DAY Language Arts Instruction & Recreation Day Camp for children entering grades 1-6. 5 weeks: July 1 to August 2.

The program places an emphasis on developing executive function skills, self-esteem and confidence, as well as design thinking in our new Innovation Lab. Swimming, science, art, sports and a confidence ropes course included; individual math tutoring available. SN

Community Arts Center — Summer Spree 414 Plush Mill Rd. Wallingford, PA; 610-566-1713 CommunityArtsCenter.org

DAY Summer Spree is an arts camp for ages 4-17, offering visual art, music, outdoor fun and special activities. Half- or full-day options during one-week sessions, June through Aug. Experience the power of art in a magical place.

Darlington Arts Center Summer Camp 977 Shavertown Rd. Garnet Valley, PA 610-358-3632 info@darlingtonarts.org Darlingtonarts.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM The learning doesn’t stop when school is out! Creative kids ages 3-14 are inspired to keep creating throughout the summer and express themselves through the visual and performing arts. Music, Visual Art, Dance, and Drama. The Arts are Everywhere! Explore all 4 art-forms with a different theme each week. Arts-intensive camps are also available. Download a brochure and register online (sign up

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Friends School Haverford Day Camp 851 Buck Ln., Haverford, PA 610-642-2334, ext. 122 Friendshaverford.org

DAY Summer day camp for ages 3 yrs. to 8 yrs. Full-day program filled with arts & crafts, sports, games and nature exploration. Two-week sessions available from July 22-Aug. 23.

Main Line Art Center 746 Panmure Rd. Haverford, PA; 610-525-0272 info@mainlineart.org mainlineart.org

DAY At the 2019 Main Line Art Center Summer Art Camp, Pre-teen and Teen studios, “Beyond the Page: The Art of Books,” books and art collide each week as campers explore stories, authors, artists and illustrators from the literary world. Creativity and imagination abound during our summer of creative exploration!

Summer Camp at The School in Rose Valley 20 School Ln. Rose Valley, PA 610-566-1088 summercamp@theschoolinrosevalley.org Theschoolinrosevalley.org/ summer

DAY Children ages 3–14 thrive at SRV’s Summer Camp on our beautiful 9.5 acre, wooded campus. Weekly themes guide indoor & outdoor activities that include daily swim lessons, pool games, and free swim in our on-site pools, archery, art, woodshop, sports, dance, nature, drama, music, cooking, and more! Preschool program offers flexible enrollment, older children design their days doing activities they love, and teens participate in the Counselor-In-Training Leadership Program. Two minutes from Media, PA.

The Grayson School 35 N. Malin Rd. Broomall, PA 19008 enrichment@thegraysonschool.org TheGraysonSchool.org/camp

DAY, PROGRAM MISSION TO MARS: How will we get there and survive? Collaborate with fellow scientists to overcome the perils of space and reach Mars. We will launch rockets, engineer a rover, conduct experiments, and train for your mission like an astronaut.

Young People’s Theatre Workshop (YPTW): Theatre Arts Summer Overnight Camp at Eastern University 363 Radford Ct. Glen Mills, PA 610-558-0988; yptw.org

DAY, RESIDENTIAL Overnight camp for ages 11-18 at Eastern University June 23-28, 2019. Classes include musical comedy, Shakespeare, improv, monologues, dance characterization auditions, showtunes. Air-conditioned dorms, good food, experienced staff of professional educators.

MONTGOMERY AIM Academy Summer Enrichment Program 1200 River Rd. Conshohocken, PA 215-483-2461 summer@aimpa.org Aimpa.org

DAY Explore STEAM activities and reinforce essential skills in reading, writing, math and college prep in a creative and dynamic enrichment environment. Campers enjoy opportunities to imagine, invent and play as well as three hours of daily literacy and academic instruction.

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Bala House Montessori Summer Camp 27 Conshohocken State Rd. Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-664-6767 admissions@ balahouse.org Balahouse.org

DAY, PROGRAM Fun, yet stimulating experience for first time campers. Flexible schedules and convenient hours (8am5:45pm) for ages 3-6. Choose individual weeks as needed.

Weekly art, gymnastics and Soccer Shots classes complement our small, nurturing environment. Storytellers, petting zoos & museums visit camp. Our beautiful wooded campus and well-equipped playground are the perfect backdrop for summer fun.

Blue Bell Camp Box 444 Blue Bell, PA 19422 215-646-4444 Info@bluebellcamp.net bluebellcamp.net

DAY Providing a traditional day camp experience since 1946.

Boys and Girls 4 to 11 years old. Mature, adult staff made up entirely of professional certified school teachers and coaches.

Campers learn over 20 activities (athletic and creative).

Burn Brae Day Camp of Creative Arts (Camp for the Arts, Technology, Swim, Sports and More!)

1405 Twining Rd. Dresher, PA 215-657-3388 info@burnbraedaycamp.com Burnbraedaycamp.com

DAY Celebrating 38 years of friendships, confidence-building, fun and exploration for boys and girls ages 3-15. A huge variety of indoor and outdoor activities on our beautiful, spacious setting. A/C buildings, centrally located. Nurturing, non-competitive environment, no bully zone. Campers ages 7-15 create their own schedules according to their interests. Ages 3-6 have the opportunity to try everything in a well-rounded schedule. Pick and choose from 2-11 week sessions with non-consecutive weeks available. Experienced, caring and professional certified teaching staff. 5 to 1 camper/staff ratio.

Academic tutoring available. Door to door transportation.

Early and late care. Registered Nurse on-site.

Camp Kef 45 Haverford Rd. Kaiserman JCC Wynnewood, PA 610-896-7770, ext. 123 kaisermancamp@phillyjcc.com Phillyjcc.com/camp/camp-kef/

DAY Camp Kef at the Kaiserman JCC is a full-service traditional day camp packed with fun (kef). Campers have opportunities to add special programs onto their camp experience. Swim every day. Art, drama, sports and all new specialists highlight each week.

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Camp MELC Multiple Locations, PA 610-617-4550 info@melc.org Melc.org

DAY If you’re looking for a neighborhood camp with a lot of activities, Camp MELC is for you! 50+ years of experience.

Your child’s summer will be filled with art, science and sport activities, air-conditioned settings and field trips. For ages 5-12, we offer three 3-week sessions, and our tuition rates include a 10-hour camp day and field trips. Wynnewood, Plymouth Meeting, Pottstown. CIT

Camp Pegasus 272 S. Bryn Mawr Ave. Bryn Mawr, PA Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy 610-649-1080 ext. 3 info@camppegasus.com camppegasus.com

DAY Camp Pegasus, in Bryn Mawr, PA, is a co-ed day camp for 6- to 16-year olds struggling with social-cognitive deficits.

By weaving together social skills techniques, creative-art therapies and traditional camp activities, kids with/without diagnoses like ADHD, Asperger’s, HFA, improve social competency and increase self-esteem. SN

Center School’s Summer Program 2019 2450 Hamilton Ave. Abington, PA 215-657-2200 mstalker@centerschoolpa.org Centerschoolpa.org

PROGRAM Center School’s Summer Learning and Enrichment Program provides students with academic and recreational opportunities to develop and maintain skills, practice effective learning strategies, and increase abilities.

Help your child realize their potential this summer! For students in grades 1-8. July 8, 2019 to August 2, 2019.

Cheltenham Center for the Arts 439 Ashbourne Rd. Cheltenham 215-379-4660 education@cheltenhamarts.org Cheltenhamarts.org

DAY Summer Art Camp is the best place to explore your creativity. Kids ages 5-12 will experience the fun of drawing, painting, theatre and clay every day! Weekly swimming trips are included as well as guest artists throughout the summer.

Teens ages 13-16 are offered a more in-depth art experience focusing on ceramics, painting/drawing printmaking and other special topics in our Teen Summer Studio. Sessions June 17-Aug. 23, 2019. Come for one week or for the whole summer! Call today for details!

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Elmwood Park Zoo Camp 1661 Harding Blvd.

Norristown, PA 610-277-3825 ext. 236 camp@elmwoodparkzoo.org Epzcamps.com

DAY, PROGRAM Children ages 6-11 will explore habits and daily lives of some of the zoo’s wild residents. Each weeklong camp includes a lot of learning and fun, with crafts, stories, snacks, animal visitors, and in-depth tours of the zoo. Regular summer zoo events and shows are incorporated into camp each week. The 2019 season will also feature half-day camps for ages 3-5.

Flourtown Swim Club & Day Camp 1528 Bethlehem Pike Flourtown, PA; 215-836-1429 dcollins@flourtownswimclub.net Flourtownswimclub.net

DAY A traditional summer day camp with Educational Leadership, the Flourtown Summer Day Camp is designed to give every child a positive experience with lifelong memories.

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French for Fun c/o French International School of Philadelphia 150 N. Highland Ave. Bala Cynwyd, PA 610-667-1284 info@efiponline.com Frenchschoolphila.org/ summer-camp/

DAY The French for Fun Summer Camp caters to children aged 4 to 10 and offers activities, workshops and field trips, all supervised by certified teachers from the French International School of Philadelphia.

Friends’ Central School Summer Programs 1101 City Line Ave. Wynnewood, PA 610-645-5132 kclayton@friendscentral.org Fcsprograms.org

DAY, PROGRAM Our families say it best: The children always have a positive experience. The multitude of activity options keep the children interested and engaged. Our children look forward to attending camp each summer. Who doesn’t go to FCS? They’re missing out!

Frog Hollow Racquet Club 2115 Weber Rd. Lansdale, PA 610-584-5502 Frogtennis.com

DAY Frog Hollow’s Tennis Camp is an exceptional place for children to learn tennis, meet friends and make memories!

Frog Hollow has a camp for all levels and all ages: Tadpoles Camp (ages 3 and 4), Kids Club (ages 5-10), Top Spinners Camp (ages 11-13) or a Competitive Training Camp (ages14 – 18) for High School and Middle School players looking to advance on their team ladder. Invitational camp is available for sectionally and nationally ranked tournament players.

Sign up for a week or the entire summer, for full day or half day (tadpoles camp is 1 hour per day). Camp runs June September; weekly sign ups and extended day are available.

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Germantown Academy Day Camp and Summer Programs 340 Morris Rd. Ft. Washington, PA 267-405-7321 summer@gacamp.org Gacamp.org

DAY, PROGRAM, RESIDENTIAL Germantown Academy offers children ages 3 to 16 an amazing all-around day camp experience, instructional sports camps with GA coaches, and specialized camps in the arts, sciences, and technology at the school’s beautiful campus in Fort Washington.

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Hideaway Day Camp 3471 Arcola Rd. Collegeville, PA 610-489-2191 Hideawaydaycamp.com

DAY The true camp experience. Coed program for ages 4-14 on 72 beautiful acres near Valley Forge. Fishing, canoeing, archery, swimming, equestrian, sports, arts & crafts and ropes adventure course with rock wall.

NEW Miquon Day Camp 2025 Harts Ln., Conshohocken, PA 267-240-4456 campdirector@miquon.org Miquon.org/camp

DAY At Miquon, children experience summer the way it used to be - when kids had freedom to play, explore and experience the great outdoors. Located on a wooded campus just outside NW Philadelphia, Miquon offers children that camp experience of yesteryear. ACA CIT

Pathway School, The 162 Egypt Rd. Jeffersonville, PA 610-277-0660 dphifer@pathwayschool.org Pathwayschool.org

DAY Have fun at our 6-week summer program which provides authentic learning experiences through hands-on activities and exciting field trips. SN

Ramah Day Camp Eileen Graub, Ass’t Dir. 7601 Old York Rd. Elkins Park, PA 215-885-8556 eileeng@ramahpoconos.org

DAY Ramah Day Camp is a fun and dynamic summer camp experience for children in PreK (4 yrs.) through 7th grade with an experiential CIT program for 8th-10th graders. Sports, swim, arts, ropes course, garden, specialty programming & more take place in an enriching Jewish environment. June 20-Aug. 10, 2018.

Special needs inclusion program. Transportation, lunch, extended care options and scholarship available.

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Riverbend Exploration Day Camp 1950 Spring Mill Rd. Gladwyne, PA 610-527-5234 Riverbendeec.org

DAY Riverbend’s camp is the perfect place for the science and nature lover in your family! Riverbend campers will embark on outdoor adventures that spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and inspire scientific investigation and discovery.

Professional staff will introduce your child to the many wonders of the natural world through exploration, hands-on activities, hikes, science experiments, and much more.

Weekly sessions, from June 10th to August 30th, are available for children ages 3-11. In addition to our traditional Exploration Camps, adventure-packed Navigator Camps are also offered for ages 10-13. New for 2019, Riverbend is offering Navigators Leadership Academy for kids ages 11-14. For more information, please visit our website. CIT

Summer Dance Camps at Pottstown Dance Theatre 72 W. Main St., Pottstown, PA 610-323-2569 Michelle@pottstowndance.com Pottstowndance.com

DAY Dance Camps for ages three to adult. Learn from a degreed international faculty. Call for details about the themes we offer. Study at the only dance school in the region chosen to perform in London during the 2012 Olympic Games!

Ursinus College Summerburst Camps 601 East Main St. Collegeville, PA ursinus.edu/summer/

DAY Fun, safe and challenging collegiate-level instruction at Ursinus College’s exceptional athletic facilities. We place an emphasis on fundamentals, skill development, and team play for beginners through advanced players in 15 different sports. Plus, unique academic enrichment programs taught by area experts

Early Childhood Environments 762 S. Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-380-6633

DAY Early Childhood Environments Bi-lingual Art and Academic Enrichment Camp welcomes campers ages 3-11 from all over to join the fun. Our camp offers a unique blend of fun hands-on art and learning activities that stimulate growth and creativity. Each week children learn about new artists and explore distant lands and a variety of cultures through their art and cooking activities. They work on 3-D art projects that reflect world cultures and the diversity of our planet and learn new techniques in painting, drawing, and sculpting with clay, as well as music and dance! Campers take weekly field trips to museums and cultural institutions, bowling and the aquarium! We provide breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack.

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Gwendolyn Bye Dance Center 3611 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-7633 Gbyedance.org

DAY, PROGRAM June 24-Aug. 2, 2019. Performing Arts Summer Camp: A fun program for beginner and intermediate students (boys & girls, 6-12); ballet, modern, tap, jazz, hip-hop, singing & acting, culminating in a performance (6 weeks). Ballet & Dance Intensive: Upper-level, comprehensive training for intermediate to advanced-level students (boys & girls, 11-17) in ballet, pointe, modern & jazz, culminating in a performance (5 weeks).

Penn Charter Summer Camps 3000 W. School House Ln. Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-3460 summercamps@ penncharter.com Penncharter.com/ summercamp

DAY Mix and match more than 20 camps. Day, Sports, Performing Arts, Science, Electronic Music, Drone, Robotics, Rocketry, Handwork Studio, Dance, Pottery, Chess, MineCraft, Girls Empowerment, Tennis, Squash, Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Wrestling. Experience everything! Lunch available.

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Penn Museum Anthropologists in the Making and Junior Anthropologists Summer Camps 3260 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 summercamp@pennmuseum.org penn.museum/camp

DAY Journey through time and across continents without leaving Philadelphia! During summer 2019, Penn Museum will offer two distinct summer camp programs that will encourage children to discover world cultures – both past and present – through gallery tours, art-making, games & theatrics and music & dance guest performances.

Penn Tennis Camp / Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps 240 S. 31st St. Philadelphia, PA 19104 Wilsontenniscamps.com/penn

DAY Long regarded as one of the most popular tennis camps in the nation, the Penn camp, in partnership with Wilson Collegiate Tennis Camps, will host 10 weeks of camp this summer. By offering full day and half day options, there is an appropriate camp option for boys and girls ages 3-18 of all skill levels. Brand New in 2019, we will be offering 1 week overnight camp that promises to be quite popular.

Society Hill Synagogue 418 Spruce St. Philadelphia, PA 19106 soz@societyhillsynagogue.org societyhillsynagogue.org/ playschool

DAY Our summer camp curriculum wonderfully blends hands-on exploration, literacy and language acquisition, thematic art projects, outdoor play, and splash zone thrills for children ages 2-5. Flexible 8-week program June 3-July 26, with two week-long specialty camps July 29-August 9.

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DAY Book your child’s best week of the summer at South Central PA’s favorite ski resort where campers enjoy a multitude of adventure-based activities including zip lines, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, archery, paintball, OGO balls, high and low ropes courses, the super slide, chairlift rides and much more. All right here on our beautiful 1200 acre mountain property. Day and residential camps available.

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Camp Lee Mar 450 Rte. 590 Lackawaxen, PA 215-658-1708 ari@leemar.com Leemar.com

RESIDENTIAL Camp for children & teenagers with mild to moderate developmental challenges. A structured environment, individual attention & guidance are emphasized at all times. Traditional camp activities plus academics, speech & language therapy, music, arts & crafts, daily living skills and much more. We also have therapeutic horseback riding & overnight trips. Heated pool, modern facilities & air-conditioned buildings (including bunks). ACA SN

Mercersburg Academy Summer Programs Mercersburg, PA 717-328-6225 summerprograms@mercersburg.edu Mercersburgsummer.com

DAY Mercersburg Summer is all about fun. Nestled in the mountains of south-central Pennsylvania, Mercersburg Academy’s beautiful campus provides the perfect setting for a wide range of opportunities for learning, personal growth, and most importantly, fun. Each summer, participants from all over the world take part in an array of programs, ranging from Mercersburg Adventure Camp to various Enrichment, Arts, and Sports Camp.

Science Camp Watonka PO Box 127 Hawley, PA 570-857-1401 mail@watonka.com Watonka.com

RESIDENTIAL For boys 8-16. Camper-selected program includes hands-on laboratory experiences in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computers, electronics, earth science, physics and robotics. A wide range of other activities includes ropes, archery, climbing, woodworking, sailing, rocketry, mini-bike riding, sports, windsurfing & trips. 2-, 4-, 6- & 8-week sessions available. ACA CIT SN

Science Explorers 110 West Wyomissing Ave. Mohnton, PA 877-870-9517 scienceexplorers.com

DAY Science Explorers is an innovative, hands-on science company for children ages 4-11 to become engaged in the wonders of science. Science Explorers week long summer camp will make science cool and exciting through our interactive, hands-on format. Ever dissect a shark? What about a squid? Made glowing slime? Examined a real heart? Built and launched your own rocket? Lifted a person using nothing but air? These are some of the awesome experiments that make our summer camps so popular. Nominated for Educator of the Year--TWICE!

YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser 201 Cushion Peak Rd. Wernersville, PA 610-670-2267 SMYMCA.org

RESIDENTIAL, OVERNIGHT We welcome you to our 600 mountain top acres in Berks County, Pennsylvania. While we offer a variety of session lengths, most campers come for 2-or 4-week sessions. We are a coed program for campers 7-16 years old. Traditional camp programs including horseback riding, swimming, boating, athletics, target sports, mountain biking, creative arts, nature, adventure & teen leadership.

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TRAVEL, RESIDENTIAL We are a camp based in the Mayan Riviera/Cancun. With us, you’ll get to zip-line through the jungle, swim with turtles, scuba-dive in crystal clear waters, swim in the underground rivers of XCARET, train dolphins, feed monkeys and play with macaws, sail the beautiful Caribbean, and enjoy a whole day at the XEL-HA, XENSES, and XPLORE parks. Spend quality time with your counselor, play night games, sing silly songs around a bonfire, and eat delicious food!

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OUTLYING AREAS - OTHER CCArts Fine & Performing Arts Camp 410 Upper Snuff Mill Row Yorklyn, DE 302-239-2434 nschmid@ccarts.org ccarts.org

DAY A half or full day camp with before and after care offering flexibility for busy summer schedules. Professional teaching artists offer painting, drawing, ceramics, fibers, photography, printmaking, mixed media, theater and music.

Portfolio prep and camps for older teens also.

Centreville Layton School Summer Program 6201 Kennett Pike Centreville, DE 302-571-0230 djarrell@centrevillelayton.org Centrevillelayton.org

DAY Centreville Layton School offers a summer program to reinforce academic skills and organizational strategies.

Additionally, our afternoon program, offered to ages 3-13, provides a nurturing environment where children can focus on building social skills and having fun. Our program is offered to students ages three to eighteen. Camp runs from June 25-July 27.

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Easterseals Camp Fairlee 22242 Bay Shore Rd. Chestertown, MD 410-778-0566 fairlee@esdel.org Easterseals.com/de/fairlee

RESIDENTIAL, TRAVEL Camp Fairlee provides a traditional summer camp experience for children (age 6+) and adults with various disabilities including developmental, CP, MD, MS, orthopedic impairments and other disabilities. Special Autism weeks with 1:1 counseling. Wall climbing, high ropes, zip-lining, pool, canoeing & kayaking horseback riding plus other activities. Nurses on staff 24/7. We also have off season respite weekends for children and adults. In addition we also have travel trips for adults over age 18. All facilities are new including our 12,000 square foot activity center, new health center, expanded dining hall, and four new cabins. ACA, SN

Echo Hill Camp 13655 Bloomingneck Rd. Worton, MD 410-348-5303 EchoHillCamp.com

RESIDENTIAL Echo Hill Camp on the Chesapeake Bay is a traditional, sleep-away summer camp with 2- to 8- week sessions. Non-competitive, free-choice program. Waterskiing, sailing, wakeboarding, crabbing, ropes course, nature, art and much more! ACA

Liberty Lake Day Camp 1195 Florence-Columbus Rd. Bordentown, NJ, 08505 609-499-7820 Libertylakedaycamp.com

DAY Liberty Lake Day Camp teaches life skills to inspire young people to change the world. Make new friends and create lasting summer memories! On 60 magnificent shady acres, campers choose their own schedules through the “Freedom of Choice” elective program - over 60 activities! Serving Phila/ Lower Bucks.

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Pilot Summer Camp The Pilot School, 208 Woodlawn Rd. Wilmington, DE cshivone@pilotschool.org Pilotschool.org

DAY Children ages 5-12 will benefit from our multi-sensory approach, which offers them the opportunity to engage in activities while learning. This fun, hands-on camp focuses on special skills, team building, science experiments and nature while integrating reading and math.

Tall Pines Day Camp 1349 Sykesville Rd. Williamstown, NJ 856-262-3900 fun@tallpinesdaycamp.com Tallpinesdaycamp.com

DAY Serving Center City/South Jersey/Shore Points. State certified & accredited by ACA. 66 acres include 45,000 -sq. ft. of A/C indoor space, climbing tower, pedal karts, gymnastics, driving range, horseback riding, 8,500-sq. ft. of pools, soccer & baseball fields, hockey, basketball, tennis courts, arts & music programs. Open house on Saturdays, from 12-3 PM, February 9th, March 16th, April 21st and May 18th.

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Theatre 1200 Old Trenton Rd. West Windsor, NJ 609-570-3566 projects@mccc.edu kelseyatmccc.org/tomato_patch.shtml

DAY Tomato Patch Visual and Performing Arts Workshops, held annually on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College, is one of the longest-running and most successful multi-disciplinary summer arts programs in central New Jersey. Students spend several weeks of their summer exploring the visual arts, dance, theater, and vocal music under the guidance of a highly qualified staff of teaching professional artists.

Whale Camp at the Fundy Marine Institute Grand Manan Island New Brunswick, Canada 888-54-WHALE info@whalecamp.com WhaleCamp.com

RESIDENTIAL No other marine science camp offers as many face-to-face encounters to closely observe and study whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and puffins in their own natural habitat. Board our research vessel for unmatched opportunities to observe marine life. Explore beaches, coastal trails and fishing villages on beautiful Grand Manan Island.

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of Liberty Lake. “They aren’t just used to it but are advocates for these kids and staff as well. When older staff slip up and accidentally do or say things that could be considered offensive, campers have no problem respectfully letting them know.”

Simon says Odyssey’s counselors are key to its growing LGBTQ community. “We have many transgender and genderqueer counselors who are wonderful mentors, roles models, and friends to these campers,” he says.

Questions parents should ask

When choosing a camp, parents need to have a dialogue with the director to find out what the camp is all about, says Rosenberg. That includes asking how kids who identify as LGBTQ fit into their camp. Ask how the staff is trained and how diverse the camp is, overall.

“Camps have to endeavor to be physically, emotionally and psychologically safe environments for all children, including not permitting bullying or inappropriate behavior that belittles or talks down or is biased or prejudiced,” says Rosenberg.

“That’s the kind of camp everyone wants to be a part of.”

Terri Akman is a Philadelphia-based contributing writer to MetroKids.

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Making Summer Fun for 50 Years Penn Charter Summer Camps celebrated 50 fun-filled summers last year. What once was simply traditional Day Camp has evolved into the best of Day Camp, plus Sports Camp, Performing Arts Camp, and specialty camps that include rocketry, drones, MineCraft, sewing, girls empowerment, pottery and electronic music.

Charlie Kaesshaefer, camp director who began as a junior counselor 50 years ago, has built the program to include selection and variety.

“While [kids] get to take part in some of the traditional camp activities that we have offered for 50 years,” he said, “they also get to try new things and mix it up with new camps that offer specific skills in an array of areas.” Each year brings new offerings.

Kaesshaefer isn’t just camp director; he is a longtime teacher and assistant director of lower school at Penn Charter. So he is tuned into child development and the important role that summer camp can play.

“Building memories and lasting friendships are key,” he said. “Being outside for much of the day is important for kids’ physical, social and emotional development.

[At Day Camp,] they get to experience healthy competition between bunks and color-contest teams, as well as challenge themselves by trying to make it to the next level in archery, tennis and swimming.”

Kaesshaefer also believes in keeping it fresh. Each year Day Camp has a different theme, with special events and trips planned around it. This year’s theme is the Renaissance/Medieval Times. Theme-related fun will include a medieval feast, castle- and banner-making contest, a Renaissance faire, and a trip to Fonthill Castle for older bunks. Will there be jousting? Well, Kaesshaefer keeps some details to himself until summer!

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