Summer Camp Directory
It’s time for summer camp! You’ll find lots of info on choosing the right camps and ensure your children have a great summer. Head to our camp directory for the most up-to-date information on Monterey County summer camps.
Keeping Your Tween or Teen Busy This Summer
The early teen years can be tough on kids during the summer. Too young to work but too old (or at least they think they’re too old) for camp or a babysitter, you need activities to keep them busy and engaged.
Read ArticleHelping Shy Children Thrive at Summer Camp
Entering into new activities can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience for any child. For those who are naturally shy, the prospect of starting at a new summer camp can feel particularly daunting.
Read ArticleIs Your Child Ready for Overnight Camp?
Is your camper ready for summer camp? How will it benefit them, how do you help make it the best experience possible, and how will you choose a camp?
Read ArticleQ & A With Local Monterey-Area Camp Directors
Gain some inside info from our question and answer session with three experienced camp directors from Monterey.
Read ArticleHow To Get Your Preschooler Excited for Summer Camp
“Who’s excited about camp?” My twin toddlers looked up at me with perplexed expressions on their faces. They had no idea what I was...
Read ArticleSpecial Monterey-Area Camps for Awesome Kids
Two Monterey-area camps for children with disabilities offer kids
a summer of fun.
Creativity & Kids: Why the arts are so important
At the same time, some school districts are investing more in STEM instruction while diverting funds from arts education; research is proving the value and benefits of the latter to its students.
Read ArticleTips for Sending a Child with Food Allergies to Camp
Mention summer camp, and kids get excited about activities, art, s’mores, and friends. But the prospect of sending a child to day camp or overnight camp can be overwhelming for parents of kids with food allergies.
Read ArticleIs Your Child Ready for Sleep Away Camp?
Like so many parenting decisions, there is no “one size fits all” method of determining if a child is ready for the adventure of sleepaway camp. Asking yourself these eight questions can help make the choice easier.
Read ArticleHappy Campers: Checklist for Day Camp
You’re looking for the perfect day camp for your little artist, swimmer or scientist, but you’re worried because camp is unfamiliar territory. Help prepare your child for what’s ahead with these tips to make their camp experience a positive one.
Read ArticleCamp Counselor: The Toughest Job You’ll Ever Love
After speaking with a few area adults who worked as camp counselors when they were teens, I’m certain of one thing: This is an opportunity that can benefit your child in many BIG ways, and not just in the near-term.
Read ArticleCould Camp Counselor be the Perfect Job for Your Teen?
Day or sleepaway camp is the perfect place for teens to transition to the world of the employed. The paycheck is nice, but being a camp counselor has other rewards, too.
Read ArticleSummer Camp Health Checklist
Summer is almost here! Long days full of sun, free time, and camp fun. With COVID-19 restrictions easing up, now’s the time to make sure you’re prepared.
Read ArticleSummer Camp Books for Your Young Reader
School is letting out and summer is rolling in, which means summer camp is right around the corner! These are our favorite summer camp adventures for young readers to get them in the adventuring mood.
Read ArticleSummer Camp for Introverted Kids
Does sending your introverted child to summer camp seem like an insurmountable task? Don’t count it out so quickly! With preparation and care, it is possible.
Read ArticleFirst Time Camper: Off to camp she went!
Late last summer, we decided to send our daughter to sleepaway camp. It was a decision that we made with some trepidation.
Read ArticleHow to Choose a Sleep-Away Camp Your Kids Will Love
Whether you’re looking for enrichment for your child, a way to keep your kids occupied and supervised while you work, or need a short reprieve from parenting, there’s sure to be a summer camp that’s the right fit for your child and family.
Read ArticleCalifornia Summer Camps for the Entire Family
Thought summer camp was just for kids? Think again… There has been a growing trend in recent years for summer camps for the whole family. The idea is that everyone can join in on the fun that was once reserved for kids and their camp counselors.
Read ArticleCalifornia Summer Camps for Adults
Thought summer camp was just for kids? Think again… There has been a growing trend in recent years for adult only camps. The idea is that everyone can join in on the fun that was once reserved for kids and their camp counselors.
Read ArticlePreparing For A Positive Camp Experience
Making sure your child has a great experience at summer camp is a priority whether it is his first time or fifth time. The key is to find out what your child wants to do, give him options and let him have a voice in the process.
Read ArticleKids & Anxiety: Advice From An Educational Psychologist
Tips for parents on helping children cope with new situations and new fears.
Read ArticleReady, Set, Camp! Finding the Right Camp for Your Child
You are considering a summer camp, but how to choose? There’s a camp that is ideally suited for every child, providing a summer of growth and fun whether your child attends a day or overnight camp, a specialized or traditional camp.
Read ArticleCamp for Military Kids
There are a lot of opportunities for military families to be excited about in the Monterey area including summer camp options just for children of military members.
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