Click "Learn More" to view our fall offerings. Thanks in advance for any sugestin of summer camps!. Washington, DC 20003. Being physically and mentally prepared before camp will help bring out the real Adventuress in you!Read more aboutgetting ready for backpackingon our blog. Older campers (2nd-6th grade) will once again enjoy camp at the Bender JCC in Rockville, with younger campers (PreK4-1st grade) staying at the EDCJCC. Session I June 20 through July 8, Session II July 11 through July 29, 2022. Bar-T summer camps have been open for over 60 years of fun under the sun. St. Johns Summer Program incorporates the Reggio-inspired philosophy of St. Johns Preschool with the good old-fashioned fun of summer. Performing Arts Camp by Moonlit Wings| Fairfax County, VA, Camp Shakespeare|Multiple locations in DC, MD & VA, Drama Kids of East Montgomery County| Multiple locations in MD, Round House Summer Theatre Camps| Silver Spring, MD, Summer Camps at Imagination Stage| Bethesda, MD, The Theatre Lab Summer Acting Camp for Kids|NW DC, Traveling Players Ensemble | McLean and Leesburg, VA. We want to show our readers all the great camps available right here in the Washington, DC area. Instructors at DC Conservatory of Dance are passionate about sharing love for the world through the lens of dance, and applying the arts to every aspect of life! July 11 22 Session 3 2-week session So, you can rest assured that there will always be a staff member nearby to address your childs concerns. Late arrival and early departure is discouraged, but allowed if needed. Sports, gardening, and arts & crafts galore! Camp runs June 27 August 19, Monday Friday, 8:30 am 5:30 pm. August 8 12 Session 5 1-week session. Whos ready for summer?! 100% refund. This season we are offering a variety of horseback riding activities that are open to riders of all ages. Camp Dates: Monday-Friday, 9am 4pm, Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School iGen ignites learning in children and enhances their 21st century skills through project-based learning and digital learning in science, technology, engineering and math. Hi! Old Town Alexandria & Partner Locations Across the DMV! Camp Dates: Check out our Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps in the DC area for all you need to know about camps in our area. Our experienced Equestrian Team will match riders with the perfect horse for their size and experience level. Great question. Our camp is a short drive from Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, D.C., but campers and staff come from all over the world!

Prepare yourself by reading the web site (including your trip itinerary) and all information sent to you by email. Creek walks, water play, and so much more! 9350 Braddock Road

Oscar. From youngsters to the most matureadolescents,our specially designed programs ensure campers ages 6 to 16 have an unforgettable experience. In-person Dance Camp for children grades 1-6.

Offering dance education and academic enrichment with a focus on the whole child and access to community cultural offerings. Register today at ArenaStage.org/Camp. These sessions feature a variety of activities, including swim, art, music, sports, electives, themed activities, and more! To enroll please email: Paige is a DC area native who grew up in Bethesda, Maryland.

Should you pay for camp, and later decide to keep your child home, or if the schedule changes again, OR if camps are cancelled, YOU HAVE RISK-FREE OPTIONS: 1. Credit 100% of your payments toward another available 2022 program, or, 2. Credit 100% of your 2022 payments to 2023 pre-registration, or, 3. Our Virginia summer camp is just a short drive from Charlottesville, Richmond, and Washington, D.C. Were also easily accessible from major cities throughout the Northeast, such as Philadelphia and New York City. Wecant wait to welcome your campers to their best summer ever and their new home away from home. Rising Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten students will have a new STEAM based unit of learning each week preparing them for the school year ahead! Each program is geared toward three distinct age groups, providing activities and oversight unique for that age. Thanks for the follow-up. Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Camp Horizons is an American Camp Association (ACA) accredited, coed sleep-away summer camp in Virginia that is consistently ranked as one of the best residential summer camps in Virginia for campers ages 6-16 years old. Offering 5 full days of in person movie-themed music, creative classes, and a final performance for campers. Pedalheads offers learn-to-ride bike camps for kids 3-12. Optional after-care is available for all ages until 6 p.m. Camp Dates: Along with our General Camp, we also offer specialized pitching and advanced development sessions for older and more experienced 9-12 year olds. A close friend of mine had once been in an extensive three-week summer program and he studied with people from all around the world.

Burke, VA 22015, 2107 Wilson Boulevard Camper Ages: At Camp Horizons, our staff to camper ratio is always age appropriate. Pinecrest Pavilion offers rising K-6th grade campers a fun-filled day of in-person play and learning, with a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, arts and crafts, STEAM experiments and nature discovery, games and puzzles, making and building, and more! Summer is the time for fun! Wha he was really proud of was covering highschool biology in just three weeks. Campers ages 8 to 16 choose their own schedules from activities in theater, music, visual arts, dance, filmmaking, writing and more all taught by professional artists and educators excited to share their love of the arts. Great guide! Visit www.calleva.org for details! (the link, chat with us is broken right now).

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Encouraging a lifelong love of learning, Geneva Day School provides exceptional classes and extraordinary programs to young children. We will continue to update this page as we receive guidance and information from the CDC and the VDH. Suite LL-1 McLean, VA 22101. Our campers will get the full experience of being in a show: the backstage process; musical numbers with choreography; creating costumes, props, and scenery. Our Summer 2022 Program brings all this to children aged 2 6 years in a joyful celebration of weekly themes. Time: 9:00am-4:45pm (optional early drop-off 8:00am and late pick-up 6:00pm), Church of the Good Shepherd From daily trail rides to private pony parties, there is something for everyone at Horizons Equestrian Center! If youre looking for the best sleep-away camp on the East Coast, look no further than Camp Horizons. June 13 17 Session 1 1-week session Parent drop off at Carderock or Rileys Lock (depending on your camp selection). FILMMAKING sampler. Camps run weekly from week of June 20 to week of July 25, 2022, Camper Ages: Is this even possible? 1300 Layhill Road Our mission is to provide a supportive, inclusive camp community that values each childs uniqueness, celebrates our differences, and respects nature and the planet. Summer Camp is an excellent way to foster a childs love of an interest or skill. We cant wait for your child to walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with new friends and mentors, and experience the magic thats made us the worlds #1 tech camp for over two decades. Camp is the perfect place to learn new skills. Session 2: June 27th-July 1st Many of the girls who come to camp have never been backpacking and many are new to camping and hiking in the mountains. Countless campers have created bonds that extend well past their summer together. Everything that is on the packing list for your camp session does not come backpacking with us. Weve reached our goal of 1450 camper weeks! Register today for Summer 2022! (Tysons Corner Center, grades 3-6, Spring Break & Summer. We all pack our packs together, running through the slimmed down packing list and helping you get your pack packed correctly with all the weight distributed evenly throughout the pack. The most adventurous campers have more options than ever with our nine off-site trips and horseback options.

She reads the map, determines breaks, and sets a pace that allows our group to enjoy each step into the great unknown as we gain a sense of stewardship by connecting with the natural world on the road less traveled. 50 of your payment is your "hold-your-spot" deposit. . Ill work on fixing that right away! We are diverse by design. Our longest day hike is an optional peak summit attempt during the North Cascades Adventure, near the end of our backpacking trip. Convenient, Metro-friendly Woodmont Triangle/Downtown Bethesda location. Any sure? However, one summer wont be enough.

3586 Horizons Way, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 540-896-7600. This summer, Camp Arena Stage returns in person to the campus of Georgetown Visitation Preparatory School for 2- and 3-week sessions beginning in July. We just need to hear from you at least 24 hours prior to the start of your camp, and sooner if possible. 1411 Balls Hill Rd In this environment of encouragement and growth, your child can try things theyve never encountered before. Each session has a different theme and has a unique learning and dance focus. Theyve got you covered this summer with weekly half-day, all-day, and 1.5-hour tots camp options. Camp is a safe environment where your child will grow and learn in boundless ways. Camper Ages: Hi Paige, thanks for this directory. On average we hike about 4 miles a day, sometimes less, sometimes more and we hike at a rate of about 1 mile an hour. Our programs are small by design and awarded for excellence. For those with kids already riding independently on two wheels, Pedalheads also offers advanced levels that focus on road riding skills and safety. Join our e-newsletter and hear about announcements, specials and other news! Towards the end of backpacking trips we are usually hiking faster, feeling stronger, and loving being away from civilization. Campers dont have to travel far for extra excitement we offer horseback lessons and trail rides on site. Paige loves exploring everything the city has to offer, especially kid-friendly museums, parks, and coffee shops, and is looking forward to discovering more as her children continue to grow. To go backpacking means that you pack all of your necessary supplies into your bigger pack for overnight multi-day self-supported trips in the wilderness. An annual progression through our program may lead girls to a more intense wilderness programs like NOLS or Outward Bound. The Langley School Nestled in the heart of the serene and wonderous Shenandoah Valley, Camp Horizons offers campers a truly nature-inspired adventure. Our trained and energetic staff will be sure to provide an unforgettable summer. Tyler Elementary School If I hear of any others I will let you know! Camp activities challenge campers to reach their full potential, both as individuals and members of a close-knit community. By the time their program comes to a close, theirnew camp friends will feel more like their family. Camp Dates: Three Little Birdies| Hyattsville, MD, Alice Deal FitCampNation Summer Camp | NW DC, Ashburn Ice House Skating Camps | Ashburn, VA, Bethesda Big Train Baseball Summer Camp|Bethesda, MD, Capital Fencing Academy | North Bethesda, MD, Coach Parker Basketball Academy | Multiple locations in MD, Dynamite Gymnastics Center | Rockville, MD, Dynamite Tumbling and Cheer | Gaithersburg, MD, Headfirst Camps | Multiple locations in DC, MD, and VA, Kidball Baseball | Multiple locations in MD, Michael & Son SportsPlex at Dulles | Dulles, VA, Michael & Son SportsPlex at Rockville | Rockville, MD, Player Progression Academy (PPA)| DC & MD, Silver Stars Gymnastics| Bowie and Silver Spring, MD, Stu Vetters Basketball Camp | Vienna, VA, Table Tennis Day Camps | Gaithersburg, MD, TBC Intro to Sweep Rowing Summer Program | NW DC, Westleigh Multi-Sport Camps | Gaithersburg, MD, Bethesda Conservatory of Dance | Bethesda, MD, CityDance Online Summer Dance Camps and Intensives | Virtual, Creative Arts Center | Multiple locations in VA, HeartBeats Music and Dance Camps | Arlington and Springfield, VA, Perfect Pointe Dance Studio Summer Camps| Arlington and Springfield, VA, A Childs Place @ Hollin Hall| Alexandria, VA, Acorn Hill Waldorf Summer Program | Silver Spring, MD, Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences Summer Camp | Barnesville, MD, BeanTree Learning| Ashburn and Chantilly, VA, Bretton Woods Summer Day Camp| Germantown, MD, Burgundy Center for Wildlife Studies| Alexandria, VA, Camp EdVenture| Multiple locations in VA, Camp Griffin at Westminister School |Annandale, VA, Creative Summer at Holton-Arms School | Bethesda, MD, Flint Hill School Summer on the Hill| Oakton, VA, Forest Camp by Beyond the Basics| Washington, DCC, Green Hedges School Summer Camp| Vienna, VA, Headfirst Camps| Multiple locations in DC, MD, and VA, Montgomery County Summer Camps| Montgomery County, MD, Pinecrest Summer Pavilion at Pinecrest School| Annandale, VA, Spring Academy Summer Camp| Kensington, MD, St. Johns Preschool Summer Program| NW DC, Summer at Sandy Spring | Sandy Spring, MD, The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington| Locations across DC, MD, and VA, Washington Waldorf Summer Camps| Bethesda, MD, Geneva Day School Summer Camp | Potomac, MD, Headfirst Junior Day Camp | DC, MD, and VA, Montessori School of McLean Summer Camp| McLean, VA, Northeast Stars Montessori Preschool Summer Camp| Locations in NE DC and Alexandria, VA, Primrose of Arlington Junior Explorers Summer Camp| Arlington, VA, French Immersion Camp| Multitple locations in DC, MD, and VA, GLC German Language Courses| Potomac, MD, My Language Immersion Summer Camps| Bethesda, MD, FAME Summer Music Program | College Park, MD, International School of Music| Bethesda and Potomac, MD, Washington Conservatory of Music| Glen Echo, MD, Club SciKidz NOVA|Locations in Alexandria, Fairfax & Loudon Counties, Mad Science of Washington| Multiple locations in DC, MD, and VA, Adventure Theatre MTC in Glen Echo Park| Glen Echo, MD, Applause! Our Explorer campers (ages 12-16) can choose to explore underground caves or spend the day zip-lining at our NROCKS facility in West Virginia.

3-Week Session: July 5 22, 2022 Ring that bell, Liz! Brimming with imagination, excitement, and research-informed practices we help students understand their needs, address their weaknesses, build confidence, and develop techniques for becoming independent learners. All Alpengirl camp sessions can be rated Moderate. Every day, they wake up with a sense of excitement and anticipation about what new adventures theyll experience. ASAP if your camper will not attend this session. While missing home is natural at an overnight summer camp, campers learn to overcome those feelings in a caring and compassionate environment. We focus on creating a safe environment for kids to explore and learn. Campers are introduced to Physical Theater, the art of wordless storytelling that draws on acting, dancing, movement, and music. Hiking is the foundation of teen outdoor adventure travel camps. 4 12 years for camp, 8 14 years for speed and agility training, 423 Quackenbos St NW Elodie https://elodiesnaturals.com/pages/springbreak. 1468 Dolley Madison Blvd Year-round in our Tysons Studio: Acting classes, performances. Our overnight camp provides campers with a safe, supportive community in which they can feel comfortable trying new things, embarking on new adventures, and developing camp friendships that will last a lifetime. Camp Dates: Weekly themes include Dance Mania, Fantasy Adventures, Super Hero Camp, Broadway Bound!, Peace, Love, Dance, Hip Hop & Tumble, and more! Donate part or all to help Camp Bethel adapt how we operate(and help ensure we're here for you in 2023), or, 4. We have 8+ locations throughout Montgomery and Frederick county for families to enjoy. However, because staff, food, and supplies are already secured, we cannot provide pro-rated refunds for partial camp attendance once your camper has arrived unless Camp Bethel cancels the program. Weekly Sessions from June 27 August 26, 2022. Join us and help enrich the lives of Washington, DC area Moms! While feeling remote, our convenient location is just one more reason were the best sleep-away camp in the Northeast. 2-Week Session: July 25 August 5, 2022 Fingers crossed for you! When we are in national parks and want to explore parts of the park, we are hiking on paths or boardwalks for short distances, maybe a mile or two. Sometimes in the middle of a backpacking trip there is a rest day, meaning we have a day in which we dont have to move camp or get to anywhere specific, so we decide to hike around exploring the area. Alpengirl is the logical next step after Girl Scouts or a Residential Camp.

Tuitions for the 2- and 3-week sessions are $950 and $1,300 respectively, with scholarships available. Im looking for a camp the week of August 22. After Care: 3-4:30 pm. Arlington, VA 22202. We're off to a great start at Wild & Scenic Salmon Raft Adventure!

Girls discover their inner potential, gain physical stamina, and find their place within nature as a result of traveling by foot into beautiful wilderness areas. You can register with confidence. Weekly camps will be available all summer long! The Salsa With Silvia Summer Camp is an all summer adventure that is designed to continue the school curriculum by exposing the kids to reading, writing, Spanish, math, science and other learning activities, combined with fun dance and music lessons, arts & crafts, field trips and more. The rich resources of the outdoor classroom provide a springboard for exploration and investigations, integrating childrens theories and ideas. Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventure for Middle School, Stand Up Paddleboarding Adventure for High School, Brethren United Mountain Adventure Trip HS, Apr 8-9 Sounds of the Mountains Storytelling Festival. Ages 9-12 for Advanced/Pitching Camp. No previous experience is needed, your Alpenguides will teach you everything you need to know. Helping even the most tentative of kids, they focus on safety, fun, and skills. One-, Two, and three-week options offer families and campers flexible choices. Im looking for a camp the week of June 7th. Camp Arena Stage is where community and art make magic a place to explore, discover and create.

Ashburn VA 20147. We aim for about a third of your body weight. I run a recreational skincare chemistry school with hands-on experience, for kids/teens from 8 to 15 (and adults !) Throughout camp sessions, campers move a lot, connect with friends, play theater games, and have a memorable summer. Monday through Friday we offer: Program: 9 am 12:30 pm or 9 am 3 pm Choose from different themes each week. No Camp July 4 8 Hmmm. This is the only time your child can try an instrument without committing to a semester of lessons or getting locked into an instrument rental contract. Washington DC 20007. Silver Spring, MD 20906. Gaithersburg, MD 20882. With plenty of morning exploration, children can make choices in the afternoon with their friends and deepen their understanding of a variety of languages like technology, light, science, nature, cooking, paper, clay and sewing. Seems most camps are done by then. Will be in VA, near Springfield . Alpengirl Camp complies with up to 300 health, safety, and program quality standards, we have been an ACA-Accredited Camp since 1997. Each day includes a variety of classes, crafts, games and activities, and every week culminates with a livestreamed performance for family and friends. Partnering with us allows your business greater visibility with a large targeted market of local families. Bethesda Big Train Summer Baseball Camp returns for its 23rd summer of fun and affordable camp for girls and boys aged 5-12. Come join the fun! There is a camp for every child and for every skill level! Tysons, VA 22102. At the trailhead we will teach you how to properly put on and take off your backpack.

Traveling Players has trained teen & tween actors for 20 years. I was wondering how to be featured? At Camp Horizons, we offer over 50 diverse activities, from your standard camp fares such as swimming and high ropes courses to unique offerings such as flying drones and improv acting. 2499 N Harrison Street Elementary (Grades 1-4) Middle School (Grades 5-8) High School (Grades 9-12), Synetic Theater Studios (National Landing) Acting Conservatory Program (Leesburg): grades 8-12 Session 1: June 20th-24th Camp options include morning, afternoon, or full day sessions. For at least a month prior to camp, plan to exercise rigorously3-5 times a weekfor at least 30 minutes.Have your hiking boots well worn in before you arrive to camp. Alpengirl believes that backpacking is the BEST camp activity we offer, the most rewards with the best camp memories. This guide is brought to you in partnership with the featured businesses. After a 5-year stint in San Diego with her husband, they moved back to DC to start their family. Campers will engage in Robotics, Makerspace (cool STEM projects) and Coding. Kidcreate offers camp programs for kids that will thrill your child, boost confidence, encourage creativity and keep them preoccupied with quality activities! 1001 G St SE There is a separate Alpenguide backpacking packing list that leaves off a lot of the clothing and toiletry items that are on the session packing list. A packed backpack will weigh about 25-45 pounds, depending on your size and ability. Hi! Camps filled up really quickly this year! Given the small group nature of camp, campers will be split into groups based on age and experience. We will be making shampoo bar, coconut hair conditioner plastic-free lotion bar (emulsion, gel, foaming techniques). Depending on the campers age, Id recommend checking out Summer Science Academy (http://www.summerscienceacademy.com/) or Club SciKids (http://www.clubscikidzmd.com/). When it comes to your children, their safety means everything to us. Once on the trail, the Leader of the Day (one of the campers) leads the group. McLean, VA 22101. Day hiking involves packing and carrying your smaller "day pack" (your school backpack size on the packing list) with just a few essential items like your rain jacket, a warm layer, camera, sunscreen, water bottle, and food.. Camp is an incredible opportunity to connect children with nature. When you reach your destination the feeling of accomplishment is the best reward. Take a look at our numerous specialty camps and all our facilities have to offer. We take full advantage of our beautiful location by getting children into a more natural landscape than what they may be used to. Sometimes this is on a trail, sometimes it is off trail, and we could be hiking to find an alpine lake, or making a peak summit attempt, or are hiking around a lake to see all angles of it. More than anything, they want to build confidence and a love of biking within their campers! Virtual Tech Camps and online courses also available.

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June 21 July 1 Session 2 2-week session (June 20-Holiday/no camp) Spring Break Acting Camp (Tysons): grades 4-6, Traveling Players Studio ISO Middle School aged adventurers! Calleva provides a wide range of outdoor adventure experiences for families in the DMV, including summer adventure camp itineraries designed specifically for campers ages 12-15! By choosing Camp Horizons, youre providing your child with an opportunity to enrich their life, gain incredible new skills, and set out on an adventure theyll never forget. We are thrilled to offer in-person camp this summer for campers entering PK4 through 6th grade! While backpacking you will carry your own pack, part of your groups tent, personal snacks given to you, and group food. Sessions June 13 August 22, 2022, 19936 Fisher Avenue Choose a session that is in the location you prefer with the activities you desire. Preschool campers will enjoy a morning of in-person fun as described above. Studio Day Camp (Tysons): grades 3-4 I cant stop dreaming about being outside in the sun, while my kids are having the best time at Summer Camp! We welcome all ages. Now in its 26th year, Synetic Theaters Summer Camp is a staple of Northern Virginia summer activities. Tysons Corner Center Visit www.barrie.org/camp for more information! Petworth, Capitol Hill, Georgetown, and Silver Spring. Thanks also for telling me about the button. 1961 Chain Bridge Rd Coaches are experienced and certified. Register for one week at a time. Any advice? The LOD (Leader of the Day) and camp staff are constantly check in with each girl in the group to make sure that we are hiking a good pace and to monitor and repair any foot blisters that may be developing. 6530 Olney Laytonsville Rd The difference is, when you backpack, you carry what you need for a few days and when you day hike, you carry what you need for just one day. Our flagship sites have on-site swimming, ropes courses, ziplines, archery, epic new playgrounds, and so much more. July 25 August 5 Session 4 2-week session Day hiking occurs during a part of many days during camp and girls will become very familiar with keeping their day bag (small school size backpack) packed with camera, rain gear and food for day hiking so we can set out by foot anytime to explore a lava tube, see a geyser, walk on a glacier, get to the rock climbing area or discover a tide pool. So, if we have a 4-mile backpacking day, you can plan on it taking about 4 hours, and, we have the whole day to do it. As with all parts of camp, games are integral in backpacking. Poolesville, MD 20837. Theyre best known for helping kids take their training wheels off and ride safely on the road! Look for options by age group on our website. Difficulty varies by trip location, elevation, itinerary, and by your physical condition, we encourage all girls and parents to call Alpengirl and consult with us to select a session that is a good fit for you. Sleepaway Theatre Camp (Leesburg): grades 4-8 Learn more about Why, How, and What we do during Summer Camps including a complete activities list. Hip hip hooray!