If this summer will mark your child’s first time at a sleepaway camp, take heart — we have the tips to help them thrive With summer fast approaching, you may already be searching for residential camp options with input […]
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It’s OK to be excited—and nervous—for summer camp!
By Dovercourt Recreation Centre With just two months to go, we are feeling all the possible feelings about summer camp—excitement, anticipation, and apprehension—to name a few. With lots of questions lingering and very few answers, we know that many families […]
From board games to costume design
There’s something for every child at the Nepean Creative Arts Centre Music, drama, visual arts, theatre – the Nepean Creative Art Centre has something for every age and interest. And after partial closures for renovations, the centre was back to […]
Communicating with camp parents
No matter where they are from, camp directors recognize that communication with parents has always been and continues to be a priority. Camps communicate regularly through their websites, email and social media. But many camps are encouraging parents to communicate […]
How to pack for summer camp
For returning campers, shopping and packing are part of the excitement and anticipation as they eagerly count down the days to departure. For new campers, it is an important step in the preparation for camp. Camps provide an outfit and […]
Choosing a summer camp
Now is the time to start thinking about registering your child for their first summer camp experience. For most camps, registration begins in the fall and continues through winter and spring. The process of choosing the right camp for your […]