Post on 27-Jul-2016
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O V E R N I G H T
SUMMER CAMP TOUR
Deciding on which of the hundreds of overnight summer camps is best for your youngster is a big decision.
From camp fees to activities and camper-to-counselor ratio,
there’s a lot for you and your future camper to consider, and
one of the best ways to find the best fit for your child is to go
on a few summer camp visits.
FIRST HAND
Ideally, you’ll be able to visit when camp
is in session. This will give you more
than the standard tour of facilities, fields, waterfront, bunk houses and dining hall.
It’s great to check out the layout of the
place, but wandering through when other
campers are there gives a far better feel
for the overall vibe of the camp.
Your youngster will get to meet kids his
own age who attend and get a taste of
the summer’s activities.
Many camps hold camp fairs to meet
with representatives and take a tour,
while some hold prospective camper
sleepover weekends.
CAMP LADIES
If you find the whole decision a
bit overwhelming, you can seek
out the assistance of a camp
consultant, a sort of recruiter
who provides services free to
parents and is paid by the camps themselves.
These “camp ladies” can help
you sort through the type of
camp you’re interested in,
distance, fees and the specific
needs or interests of your child.
Life Changer
More than just the best sports facilities,
canoes and overnight camping trips,
choosing the right summer camp can
actually be a life-changing experience for your child.
Think about it this way: When you send
your kid off to college, it’s for four years,
while returning summers at camp can
span more than twice that time.
Life-long friends and cherished memories
form during those magical summers; just
look at the alumni sites and gatherings
from summer camps! It’s like boarding
school or college – only more fun!
Listen to Your Child
Go with your instincts and listen carefully to your child’s comments during or after a camp visit.
After all, it’s your youngster who will be summering
there, not you! Get to know the staff a little and ask
what’s special about each camp.
The Legacy
Connection
For parents who attended
sleepaway camp as a child, the decision is often a no-brainer.
If you have an attachment to your
childhood camp, you may have
brought your kids along with you to
reunions and they may already be
excited about attending.
Putting Your Mind At Ease
Many parents find that visiting camp with their kids
ahead of time eases a lot of that separation
anxiety (for you!) when kids are dropped off for
one or two months out in the wilderness.
Once you’ve met the director, the staff and some
of the kids, you’ll have a much better feel for what
the upcoming summer months would be like for
your little camper.
Ask as many questions as you want, and you’ll
find most camp personnel more than helpful in
addressing your concerns.
The Other Green Stuff
With some camp fees topping the price of college
tuition twenty years ago, you’ll want to get the most
bang – and fun – for your money ...
... and summer camp visits can give you a first-
hand look behind the glossy brochure and website
photos. It’s only sensible to investigate any
possible investment!
If you're considering sending your child to an overnight
summer camp, be sure to visit our site to learn about
Camp Walt Whitman.
Located in the White Mountains of New Hampshire,
Camp Walt Whitman offers a safe, nurturing environment
in a beautiful mountain setting.
Our camp is a coed sleepaway camp, with separate
areas for boys and girls. The kids have a blast, and make
friendships that can last a lifetime.
Camp Walt Whitman
1000 Cape Moonshine Rd
Piermont, NH 03779
603-764-5521
cww@campwalt.com