Choosing a Summer Camp

By: Jeff Lorenz

So you think your child would like <a href='http://www.swiftnaturecamp.com/overnight.htm'>Overnight Summer Camp</a>? The next step is to find and choose the right program. Often that is not the program that all the kids from your street are going too. It take research and time.
<BR><BR>Ia a perfect world you would start searching for a camp a full year before you sign up. That way you can visit the camps while camp is in session. That way you can look over the camp facilities, the campers, while giving you a chance to get a feel for the program and its personality. You may even save a little cash from signing up early. Having said that, Few of us are that organized so, don't lose hope. And start by late Winter or early Spring. Some camps do fill up quickly and you may not be in luck with a late start.
<BR><BR>The worst thing to do is pick a camp by what all the other kids are doing. You need to examine your kids needs and wants. Even if you think you know where to go it is a good idea to take a look at other programs before making a final decision. This allows you to compare different programs.
<BR><BR>Some ways to find camps include: Word of Mouth, Churches or Synagogues, Library, Newspapers & Magazines, Local Camp Fairs and Private Camp Adviser's. However the most popular theses days is the web. By going to your search engine and typing the summer camp plus the state a huge array of camp listings will show up. You can also get info from camp directories, which have many camps listed and a short overview of each camp. However, one of the best is American Camp Association
<BR><BR>Get a check list from summercampadvice.com it will help you keep your goals in mind. Then start your search . Once you have narrowed your search to five or so possibilities, then get the information. In addition to printed materials, most private camps also have a promotional video. .
<BR><BR>Try to make a journey to camp while they are in session.You will learn the most through talking and seeing what camp is really like. Call and ask the Camp Director for a toure and most will even invite you for lunch. If you can, review the camp's promotional materials beforehand so you have good questions and might even have specific areas you want to see.
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