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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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Nature/Environmental Studies
Camps in the Massachusetts Region are:
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.
4H Camp Marshall Mass State Ho Spencer,MA http://www.campmarshall.org 508-885-4891
Noncompetitive environment for youth development.
4H Camp Middlesex Ashby,MA http://www.campmiddlesex.com 978-386-7704
Self-esteem specialty. Campers thrive in noncompetitive, caring atmosphere with opportunities to belong, learn, contribute.
Arcadia Nature Day Camp Easthampton,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 413-584-3009
Active, outdoor natural history camp. Campers learn through hikes, nature games and nature craft.
Atwater North Brookfield,MA http://www.campatwater.org 413-739-7211
Afro-centric setting. Focusing on leadership development, recreation education and culture.
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.
Becket Chimney Corners YMCA Becket,MA http://www.bccymca.org 413-623-8991
A variety of team building, leadership, recreation programs for families, teens, scouts, religious institutions, schools
Belmont Day School Camp Belmont,MA http://www.belmontday.org 617-484-3078
BDS camp provides a positive, safe and creative learning environment for children. Support and challenge growth.
Boston Nature Center Day Camp Mattapan,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 617-983-8500
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Broad Meadow Brook Day Camp Worchester,MA 508-753-6087
Residential and/or Day Camp:
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.
Cambridge Adventure Day Camp Belmont,MA 617-864-0960
Day camp for urban children from Cambridge. Growth promoting summer adventure. Sliding scale fee.
Camp Becket YMCA Becket,MA http://www.bccymca.org 413-623-8991
Character education based upon the small-group living environment. More than 90 yrs of excellence in YMCA camping.
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 Lewis Perkins S Hadley,MA http://www.the-spa.com/wmgsc 413-584-2602
Girl Scout day camp offering timeless camp activities. Open to all girls ages 6 to 16. Girl Scouts discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together.
Camp Marion White Richmond,MA http://www.the-spa.com/wmgsc 413-584-2602
Girl Scouts day camp in the Berkshires. Offering sailing, canoeing, and traditional camping. Open to all girls ages 6 to 16. Beautiful lakefront property.
Camp Massasoit Springfield,MA http://www.spfldcol.edu 413-750-5011
Focus on noncompetitive outdoor recreation and environmental awareness activities in a safe supportive environment.
Camp Metacomet @Dartmouth YMCA Dartmouth,MA http://www.ymcasouthcoast.org 508-993-3361
Our 60 acre field, forest, wetland site is a beautiful place to swim, make new friends, learn about nature, and challenge yourself on the ropes course.
Camp Mitchman Beverly,MA 978-927-6582
Unique family atmosphere. Varied activities give each child chance to shine. Let your child be part of something special
Camp Mitton Brewster,MA http://www.crossroads4kids.org
Residential and/or Day Camp:
Camp Nashoba Day, Inc Littleton,MA http://www.campnashobaday.com 978-486-8088
A traditional camp with professional and caring staff. Transportation included, extended day p.m
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 Promising Acres Swansea,MA http://www.gsri.org 401-331-4500
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Camp Thoreau Day Camp Concord,MA http://www.campthoreau.com 978-369-4095
Noncompet.outdoor emphasis w/small groups.We are based in character development&provide a warm,friendly atmosphere.CIT program,electives,trip/travel.redcross sw
Cedar Hill Day Camp Waltham,MA http://www.ptgirlscouts.org 617-350-8335
72 acres including 2 pools, pond, ropes course, nature center. Transportation available from many Greater Boston communities.
Chickatawbut Hill Summer Natur Milton,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 617-333-0690
Specialized nature day camp. Learn through nature games, crafts and hikes.
Chimney Corners Camp YMCA Becket,MA http://www.bccymca.org 413-623-8991
Traditional program for girls. Focus on individual growth in a small group setting. Character building through values centered prog. Beautiful Berkshire site.
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.
Edith Read Girl Scout Center Norton,MA http://www.gscsm.org 508-923-0800
Open to any girl,we offer programs to develop skills, confidence and encourage proactive learning. Fun that counts.
Eisner Camp For Living Judaism Great Barrington,MA http://www.urjnecamps.org 201-804-9700
Since 1958, Eisner Camp has offered young people a safe environment tp build lifelong friendships and make connections to the Jewish community while having fun.
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.
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
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.
Lapham Ashby,MA http://www.crossroads4kids.org 781-834-2700
Small, family-like community which builds self-concept & self awareness in a peaceful camp setting.
Maude Eaton Andover,MA http://www.ssgsc.org 978-689-8015
Nestled in a beautiful pine forest on a pond. Focuses on helping girls grow strong, opportunity to try new skills & share within a well supervised environment.
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.
MooseHill Camp Sharon,MA 781-784-5691
Explore nature via activities, hikes, games and crafts. Weekly themes for ages 4-11. Specialty art and/or adventure camps for ages 9-14. Open 11 weeks.
Morgan Memorial Fresh Air Camp South Athol,MA http://www.goodwillmass.org 617-541-1408
provide a creative, recreational, learning experience, create a positive sense of community, foster personal growth.
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.
Nobles Day Camp Dedham,MA http://www.nobles.edu/daycamp 781-320-1320
Multi-specialty camp. Children choose activities daily. Swim program. Noncompetitive atmosphere. Popular Owl's nest for 3 - 5 yrs old
Pennacook Rowley,MA http://www.ssgsc.org 978-689-8015
Program focus on helping girls grow strong through skills development and sharing in an outdoor setting. Pool, lodges, platform tents, ropes course & forest.
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
Ponkapoag Outdoor Center Canton,MA http://www.bostonycamps.org 781-575-9905
Values programming at our 25 wooded acres in Blue Hills, 20 min. from Boston. Transportation and lunch provided
Rice Moody Reading,MA http://www.ptgirlscouts.org 617-350-8335
Wooded suburban site including swimming pool. Emphasis on cooperation not competition.
Salvation Army Camp Wonderland Sharon,MA 617-542-5420
Christian emphasis traditional camp program serving the disadvantaged & underprivileged youth of Massachusetts.
Sharon Country Day Camp Walpole,MA http://www.sharoncountryday.com 781-784-3057
'We are family'-mature,caring staff;beautiful camp setting,aquatics,sports,arts,nature,ropes course,overnights.We build skills & self-reliance through fun & adv
Shire Village Camp Cummington,MA http://www.shirevillage.org 718-622-8204
Non-competitive and inter-racial camp that encourages humanistic values.
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.
Summer @ Park Brookline,MA http://www.parkschool.org/summer 617-274-6024
Summer@Park provides varied and flexible programming for children ages 5-15; excellent counselor/camper rations & experienced, professional, and dedicated staff
Tenacre Day Camp Wellesley,MA http://www.tenacrecds.org/summer/daycamp/ 781-235-3238
Warm, friendly atmosphere. Traditional noncompetitive programmed activities. High ratio mature staff:campers. Over 40 years young. Swim 2x daily, heated pools.
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.
Virginia Bolton,MA http://www.ptgirlscouts.org 617-350-8335
Located on West Pond in Bolton. Emphasis on cooperation not competition. Transportation provided.
Wachusett Meadow Day Camp Lincoln,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 781-259-2180
High quality nature camp. 1200 acres to explore, and have fun with. Meet frogs, learn, catch insections, explore habitats, play games.
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.
Wind in the Pines Plymouth,MA http://www.gscsm.org 508-923-0800
Girl Scouts builds girls of confidence, courage, and character who make the world a better place.
Wing Duxbury Stockade Duxbury,MA http://www.crossroads4kids.org 781-834-2700
Program builds a positive self-image, teaches new skills, encourages racial harmony, and is fun. Excellent facilities.
Winnetaska Ashland,MA http://www.ptgirlscouts.org 617-350-8335
A 25 acre site on the Ashland Reservor ideal for swimming, boating, and exploring the enviroment. Emphasis on girls taking active role in planning.
YMCA Camp Massasoit Mattapoisett,MA 508-997-0734
Beautiful harbor setting. General camp program with a warm caring staff. Transportation available.
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