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Massachusetts Camps
Providing Unique Settings and Activities For Children To Expand Their Horizons
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From historic Harvard University to famous Fenway Park, Massachusetts camps have the qualities that both parents and kids are looking for. Massachusetts camps specialize in providing your child with an adventurous, fun-filled, and life changing experience in a variety of themes.
The following are some highly recommended camps within the state of Massachusetts. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association.
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Counselor Training (CIT)
Camps in the Massachusetts Region are:
4H Camp Howe Goshen,MA http://www.camphowe.com 413-268-7635
Exciting adventures, great people and incredible friendships; that's what a Camp Howe experience is all about. A camp for ALL youth.
4H Camp Leslie Georgetown,MA http://www.campleslie.org 978-352-8060
4-H camping builds valuable life skills such as decision making, peer relations , cooperation & independent living.
AU Kamp for Kids Westfield,MA 413-562-5678
Integrated camp serving able & disabled for 20 years. Focus on fun, inclusion & respect for similarities. 1:2 staffing.
Beaver Summer Programs Chestnut Hill,MA http://www.bcdschool.org 617-738-2750
Professional staff, diverse program, nuturing environment. Traditional day camp , many specialty programs in the arts, athletics and outdoor exploration.
Becket Chimney Corners YMCA Becket,MA http://www.bccymca.org 413-623-8991
Our camp encourages children to grow socially, physically, and intellectually in a safe and nurturing environment. We offer many activities for the campers.
Broad Meadow Brook Day Camp Worchester,MA 508-753-6087
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Broadmoor Natural History Day South Natick,MA 508-655-2296
Mass Audobon camps provide safe, fun, social and educational days in natural settings. Visit the web for more information.www.massaudobon.org
Brooks School Day Camp North Andover,MA http://www.brooksschool.org/summer 978-725-6253
Traditional day camp offering a variety of activities on water and land that will enrich your child's summer.
Burgess/Hayward Sandwich,MA http://www.ssymca.org 508-428-2571
Located on beautiful Cape Cod. We build skills, confidence & cooperation in a challenging, caring, fun environment.
Cambridge Adventure Day Camp Belmont,MA 617-864-0960
Day camp for urban children from Cambridge. Growth promoting summer adventure. Sliding scale fee.
Camp Bonnie Brae East Otis,MA http://www.gspv.org 413-525-4124
The oldest Girl Scout camp in the U.S. Located in the Berkshires on a scenic lake. Girls 2nd-12th grade are welcome to attend.
Camp Evergreen Andover,MA http://www.campevergreen.com 978-475-2502
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Camp Mishannock Kingston,MA http://www.campmishannock.com 781-585-8592
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Camp Nawaka East Otis,MA http://www.campfireusa-emass.org 617-591-0300
Camp Nawaka is a small resident camp in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts serving a diverse population of children in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Camp Ponkawissett Milton,MA http://www.campfireusa-emass.org 617-591-0300
Camp Ponkawissett is a traditional outdoor day camp serving a diverse poplation of children in a community that fosters self-esteem and social skills.
Camp Rotary Boxford,MA http://www.camprotary.org 978-352-9952
Providing residential camping opportunities for over 80 years. We offer a great mix of traditional and novel camp activities. Come try our BMX bike race track.
Cape Cod Sea Camps Brewster,MA http://www.capecodseacamps.com 508-896-3451
Directly on Cape Cod Bay and freshwater lake. Programs blend tradition and innovation in a safe supportive community.
Cathedral Camp East Freetown,MA http://www.enl.umassd.edu/InteractiveCourse/jconforti/welcome.htm 508-763-8874
85 yr camp. Safe, well-supervised prog. 90 scenic acres bordering Long Pond.Nondiscrimination. Wheelchair accessible.
Chickatawbut Hill Summer Natur Milton,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 617-333-0690
Specialized nature day camp. Learn through nature games, crafts and hikes.
Discovery Nature Camp Marshfield,MA
Mass Audubon's Discovery Day camp provides an opportunity for kids to explore the natural world with other young naturalists in a safe & supportive environment.
Drumlin Farm Day Camp Lincoln,MA http://www.massaudubon.org/drumlin 781-259-2223
A hands-on farm and nature experience. Campers explore farm, forest, field, and pond environments through age-appropriate activities.
East Boston Camps Westford,MA 617-569-3221
400 rustic acres w/private lake. General recreation camp emphasizing team building, self-esteem, promote a safe, healthy, relaxed atmosphere. Skilled staff.
Emagination Computer Camps Waltham,MA http://www.computercamps.com 888-226-6733
'Where Technology Meets Traditional Camps.' GA, IL, MA, PA. Game design, Web design, animations. Build PC's, RC cars. Explore programming. Sports & rec.
Farley Outdoor Ed Center Mashpee,MA http://www.campfarley.com 508-477-0181
Self-esteem specialty. Campers thrive in noncompetitive, caring atmosphere, opportunities to belong, learn, contribute.
Fern & Feather Day Camp Vineyard Haven,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 508-627-4850
Our goal is to help your child enjoy, understand and appreciate the natural environment through hands-on, inquiry-based activities.
Fessenden Day Camp West Newton,MA http://www.fessenden.org/summer 617-630-2373
Acclaimed all around program, specializing in the arts, sports, and swimming. Mature staff. 60 years of service.
Green Eyrie Harvard,MA 508-853-1070
Dynamic and innovative programs for girls in a traditional, wooded, lakefront camp setting. Camper-planned activities, special events, and outstanding staff.
Hale Reservation Day Camp Westwood,MA http://www.halereservation.org 781-326-1770
Situated on 1,100 acres of unspoiled woodlands, Hale Day Camp offers the perfect backdrop for a summmer of outdoor exploration and fun for children ages 4-15
Handi Kids Bridgewater,MA http://www.handikids.org 508-697-7557
Handi Kids offers a summer day camp to special children & yound adults. Camp runs Jul & Aug with 4 2-week sessions geared towards specific disabilities.
Ipswich River Day Camp Topsfield,MA 978-887-9264
The Ipswich River Day Camp offers fun outdoor activities for kids with emphasis on discovering wildlife that lives in fields, forests, and wetlands.
Kyle T Woodruff for Children Rehoboth,MA http://www.diabetesma.org 508-672-5671
Camp Kyle T Woodruff fosters friendship among young people with diabetes, their siblings and friends through a safe, fun, active program.
Meadowbrook Day Camp Weston,MA http://www.meadowbrook-ma.org/daycamp 781-647-0546
Offering balanced program of sports, arts/crafts, music/dance/drama. Mature staff. Great facilities. Outstanding swim program. Ropes course.
Meadowcroft Norwell,MA http://www.meadowcroftcamp.com 781-659-2362
Strong swimming, soccer,arts,music,nature,woodworking,sports,theater,trips.extended daycare.Voted best camp on South Shore for 2000,2001,2003,2004,2005,2006.
Metro West YMCA Summer Day Cam Hopkinton,MA http://www.metrowestymca.org 508-435-9345
Located on 116 wooded acres in Hopkinton, MA. We offer traditional and specialtycamps for children ages 1-16. Busing, assistance & extended care programs avail.
Newman YMCA Summer Camp Seekonk,MA 508-336-7103
To put christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Newton Community Service Ctr West Newton,MA http://www.ncscweb.org 617-969-5906
Located at Hale Reservation. Campers benefit from a beautiful 1200 acre setting. Program promotes confidence & independence, learn to make friends & have fun.
Pleasant Valley Day Camp Lenox,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 413-637-0320
Our nurturing staff have been connecting children with nature on Pleasant Valley's 1300 acres of forest, meadow, mountain, brooks and beaver ponds since 1947
Pompositticut Farm Day Camp Hudson,MA http://www.pompositticutfarm.com 978-562-0968
Small private camp on farm all inclusive activities staff ratio of 3:1 experiential learning philosophy with prof staff.
Rivers Day Camp Weston,MA http://www.rivers.org 781-235-9300
Located on a 52 acre spring-fed pond. General camp with CIT program, transportation, extended day, and hot lunches.
Stony Brook Nat'L Hsty Day Cmp Norfolk,MA 508-528-3140
Campers discover nature's beauty & complexity through trail explorations, hands-on activities, and noncompetitive games.
The Barton Center N Oxford,MA http://www.bartoncenter.org 508-987-2056
Year round programs, resident summer camp, day camp, & adventure camp that encourages children/families to live well with diabetes.
The Cambridge School Weston,MA http://www.csw.org 781-642-8666
A noncompetitive camp which offers flexibility within a structured environment. 1:5 staff to camper ratio.
Waltham Family YMCA Day Camp Waltham,MA http://www.ymcaboston.org 781-894-5295
Come be a part of the YMCA family and join in the fun. Swim lessons daily - 30 minutes, archery, drama.
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctua South Wellfleet,MA http://www.wellfleetbay.org 508-349-2615
Our goal is to instill awareness and appreciation of the natural world and to promote understanding of our place in nature.
YMCA Camp Wakanda Boxford,MA http://www.ymcaboston.org 978-352-2188
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