Summer Camp Query
Well, it's definitely not feeling summery today (though I'm very happy that the plants are getting a good soak), but the school year is, in fact, winding down. I truly cannot believe June is next week! Anyway, I have a couple of fantastic posts to be published soon about summer activities at home and simplifying summer, and I also want to share a post on favorite summer programs/camps. I have already collected some leads and would love to hear about programs your kids have adored -- please share by dropping me an e-mail with "summer camp" in the subject. Thanks!
Also, one little request: Over the years, I have received a lot of pitches from camp programs wanting to be featured on Boston Mamas. And while I of course respect all of the work these organizations are doing, the nature of editorial on this site is organic. Meaning, I don't republish press releases or direct pitches; I share about things that I (or my writing team, or readers of this site) have tried and loved. So, please only share if you are a parent and your child has attended a program and adored it (i.e., not if you are a camp staffer looking to promote your program). Thank you!
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I'll email you...but I suspect you may run into some trouble trying to register for summer camp at this late date. A lot of programs fill up pretty fast!
Posted by: mamajoan | May 22, 2012 2:54 PM | Reply to this comment
We have had good experiences with Brimmer & May (best for younger kids) Beaver Summer Camp (great for all ages) and with College Gate (for kids who love learning). I've heard great things about Allendale Farm in Brookline. This summer, one of my kids is going to try Camp Grossman, on the recommendation of many friends. And we know a lot of people who go to Chestnut Hill Camp and are very happy there. I've also heard rave reviews about the Brookline Town Recreation Department's summer programs, which are diverse and very affordable.
But I agree with mamajoan - it took me a few years to learn this, but in Boston, if you want your pick of dates and programs, you need to register in December/January.
Posted by: Sheri | May 22, 2012 3:11 PM | Reply to this comment
Hey ladies, thanks for weighing in! You know, I always thought that too, but I am just getting around to making a few plans and have been happy to find programs with openings. So I figured I'd cast around and share in case there are other last minute folks like me. :-)
Posted by: Christine Koh - Editor | May 22, 2012 3:26 PM | Reply to this comment
I just sent you an email which included:
MIT Sports Camp
Wheelock Family Theater Camp
Camp Grossman
Hill House
and the same note regarding timing
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Posted by: AmyB | May 22, 2012 6:46 PM | Reply to this comment
Check out kidcassoart.con for summer art classes and workshops in Walkefield and Arlington
Posted by: Cori Small | May 23, 2012 12:51 PM | Reply to this comment
Camp Sewataro is a slice of heaven!!!!! http://www.sewataro.com/
All outdoors, everything from archery to swimming to boating to arts & crafts to you name it!!!! BEST day camp EVER!
Posted by: Ladyrock13 | May 23, 2012 1:29 PM | Reply to this comment
Im particularly interested in "programs" for toddlers, that meet once a week for a few hours- with or without parent.... There are so many that have 4 or 5 yr as minimum age- what to do with a 3 year old for "enrichment" during the summer??
Posted by: Caitlin | May 23, 2012 4:58 PM | Reply to this comment
I am always looking for camps for the very last week of August, 27-31. I found one for a 7 year old, but what about a 4.11 year old? Any ideas? Most campus shut down at that time, but for teachers it is crunch time.
Posted by: Sarah | June 13, 2012 12:44 PM | Reply to this comment