Best Maryland Leadership Camps Summer 2024 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: We offer overnight/sleepaway dance camps in beautiful locations where the pace of life is slower. At ADTC, mountains, forests and lakes will surround you. You'll raise your serotonin, boost your immune system, and do what you love all day long.

Our dance camps are near renowned destination resorts & famous cities. At ADTC, you'll have access to all of the activities you'd want to enjoy at camp, as well as all of the amenities you'd expect to find at a resort. And we have just as much fun outside the dance studio as we do in class!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our top-notch dance choreographers bring the freshest dance combinations to our dance camps! They hail from the best dance studios, schools and performance groups.

ADTC choreographers have the most impressive dance resumes: they are Radio City Rockettes; Broadway & MTV performers; celebrities from your favorite dance TV shows; and collegiate dance team competitors.

No matter what level dancer you are, we’ve got fun & challenging dance classes that’ll fit you just right.

You’ll take four dance classes daily and at week’s end you get to show off your new moves in a big Friday night performance for family, friends and fellow campers.

In addition to core dance classes in contemporary, hip hop & jazz (styles of jazz vary and may include lyrical, modern or Broadway), you’ll choose between ballet, tap or world dance for your core elective dance class.

And we believe girls in our perfectionist culture need to get out and have more authentic fun! At ADTC you can enjoy awesome activities & extras like horseback riding, kayaking, paintball, trampolines, swimming, hiking, rock wall climbing, alpine slides, water rides, and so much more!

Join us this summer for your chance to take dance classes with the best choreographers in the world!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a Counselor-In-Training program for girls ages 16 & 17 (application required; 2 week minimum commitment):
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer need-based scholarships for up to 1/2 off tuition:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer discounted "family vacation packages" for parents looking to stay nearby while their daughter attends ADTC.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: FREE weekend virtual dance camps:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

Custom choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

On-demand dance classes & choreography:
Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For dates & rates, visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Staff Application: Our Camp Website Link: www.americandancetrainingcamp.com

CAMP FACILITIES: The Conservancy is steward to Mt. Pleasant's farmhouse, circa 1692, as well as its eight farm outbuildings, circa 1900. We are also home to Montjoy Barn, thought to be the oldest barn in Howard County. Montjoy was saved from demolition, disassembled and rebuilt on the grounds of the Conservancy.

Modern amenities are located in the newly-expanded and renovated Gudelsky Environmental Education Center. Campers will use the classroom as well as barns and open space.

Find out more! Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Conservancy offers full-day nature camps in one week sessions at our Mt. Pleasant location in Woodstock, MD and our Belmont location in Elkridge, MD. Our nature camps encourage children to learn about Howard County’s ecology and natural history through fun and exciting hikes, experiments, stories, and hands-on exploration of our nature centers and parkland. Camps will include outdoor skills and all-camp activities as well.

Nature camp runs from 9:00am – 3:30pm with Before and After Care options available. Campers must be between the ages of 5 – 12.

The Conservancy’s camps are designed to nurture respect for the natural world, increase awareness of environmental issues and instill a sense of stewardship. Campers will hike, explore the landscape, participate in stewardship projects, play nature games and create earth friendly arts and crafts!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We are actively seeking Assistant Counselors ages 16 and above who are interested in leadership and service opportunities. There is no application fee.

Students age 13 - 15 and above are invited to apply for a Junior Counselor position, which has a reduced camper fee.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Howard County Conservancy is a partner with the Howard County Public School System. We offer field trips, school outreach programs, School's Out programs, adult trainings, and public events throughout the year. Please see the events website for up to date information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.hcconservancy.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Nature Day Camps are held in 1-week sessions from June 22 - August 21, 2020. Please see our website for updated session information: Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org

Camp is $270.00 per session ($210.00 for the 4-day week of July 4 at Mt. Pleasant). Payment is due at the time of registration.

June 22 - 26: Green STEM Camp
June 29 - July 2: Talons and Teeth
July 6 - 10: Aquatic Odyssey
July 13 - 17: Earth Day, Every Day
July 20 - 24: Extreme Animals
July 27 - 31: Expedition: Base Camp
Aug 3 - 7: Water Wizards
Aug 10 - 14: Pollinators Paradise
Aug 17 - 21: Tracks and Trails

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp counselors and students interested in the Environmental Education Internship are encouraged to send a cover letter and resume to camp[AT]howardnature.org.  This summer, we will be hiring counselors and interns for two locations: Mt. Pleasant camps, located in Woodstock MD, and Belmont camps, located in Elkridge, MD.

Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org for more camp information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located at Eastport Yacht Club, not your traditional blue blazer club. EYC is built on activity, on the water and ashore. Members are involved in diverse range of boating activities, supported by social events and strong camaraderie. Our Clubhouse offers a million-dollar view: the historic Annapolis skyline, Severn River, Naval Academy, Bay Bridge, Eastern Shore, and of course the Chesapeake Bay. The EYC calendar is full of social activities and worthwhile, high visibility events. It's mission statement includes support responsibility to youth development.

The clubhouse includes marina, showers, bar, restaurant and banquet facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: EYC is a Learn-to-Sail program which promotes lifelong friendships & boaters who appreciate the sport and the environment! Our program builds confidence, solid foundation skills, environmental awareness and includes STEM/environmental education, with progressive, engaging, fun curriculum.

We teach progressive skill levels from beginner to advanced in each fleet (ages 6-15), Jr. Big Boat, Bay Cruiser'/Adventure sailing, paddling, and power-boating sessions. EYC’s fleet includes Blue Dragon prams, Sunfish, RS Fevas (with asymmetrical spinnaker), Mistral Wind Gliders, J22 keelboats (+J70s, J80s, J30s) kayaks, paddleboards; Boston Whalers and RHB Zodiac powerboats. EYC runs a 9 week summer program, fall/spring after school, powerboat, adult, J22 team/match race team, and member access program.

Our instructors are US Sailing certified instructors and our program is National On-Water standards certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We are currently developing a Leadership training program for our instructors.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Eastport Yacht Club Foundation has scholarships available.
Our Camp Website Link: eycfoundation.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Learn to Sail as a Family!
Kids don't need to be the only ones having all the fun! This summer we are offering sessions to take lessons with your child and/or with other parents while your children are in another class. This option is offered to parents/grandparents/aunts/uncles with children age 8 and up. The program will be a Learn-to-Sail curriculum that teaches student the basics of boat handling, seamanship, safety, and teamwork. The curriculum will develop competence and confidence in our sailors in a safe and fun learning environment. The courses will mainly use our J22 keelboat fleet with options to try other boats (ability & size appropriate), and fleet of kayaks and paddleboards.

Children must be 8 yrs old and of course no age limit for 'Big Kids'. NOTE: 'Big Kids' need to register as well as child.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis with limited class sizes.

EYC members can continue to practice boating skills and fun with affordable and convenient way to get out on the water using our fleet of paddleboards, sailing dinghies, and keelboats through our Member Watercraft Access Program (WAP).
Our Camp Website Link: www.eastportyc.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also host Spring and Fall sailing Programs.
Our Camp Website Link: www.eastportyc.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
8 week summer program from June 15-Aug 7, 2020
Full and half-day options available.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We utilize US Sailing certified instructors, but also 'grow' our instructors from our students. There are Instructor in Training positions available for 15-16 yr olds. Send resume and references to waterfront[AT]easportyc.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp location has indoor facilities (gym, classrooms, auditorium), a pool, sports fields. Some have tennis courts and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MINI CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGE 3
A fun-filled first camp experience
for 3 year-old campers!

DAY CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 4-8
Pure fun! Activities include: swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama and more!

SPORTS CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
The finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more!

SENIOR CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 9-15
For campers interested in new challenges and adventures!

MAJOR CAMPS
For Boys & Girls
Gr K-10
Unique specialty camps in Science, Technology, Design, Business and the Arts.

TENNIS CAMPS
Single-Sport Camps 1-9 weeks
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
Designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Full and half day options.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy
Haverford, PA at The Haverford School
Chestnut Hill, PA at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Montgomery Springs, PA at Montgomery School
Newtown Square, PA at Episcopal Academy
Tinton Falls, NJ at Ranney School
Lawrenceville, NJ at The Lawrenceville School
Baltimore, MD at The Gilman School
North Bethesda, MD at The Georgetown Prep School Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LEaD)
Young Adults, Age 15-17

OVERVIEW
Join the Leadership Exploration and Development Program (LEaD) and prepare to be a part of the next generation of ESF Leaders. Discover your unique leadership abilities and gain rewarding experience that will help you to develop the skills to be a future ESF counselor or coach, as well as a productive member of your home and school communities. Through immersive leadership workshops, hands-on mentoring and apprentice opportunities, team building initiatives and philanthropic service learning experiences, the LEaD Program will prepare you for the very valuable job of making a difference in the lives of children.

Highlights include:
- CPR and First Aid training
- An adventure-based field trip
- Service learning credit hours
- Exposure to ESF experts and talented activity specialists
- Recreational activities & sports
- Swimming

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 - August 18 (dates may vary at different locations)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At ESF, we hire only the best of the best and we take great pride in the fact that our team members aspire to positions of leadership and responsibility. In recognition of the individual strengths and talents of our team members, we actively support both personal and professional development every summer and provide the tools and guidance necessary for advancement.

Our team of counselors, coaches and lifeguards/swim instructors consists of teachers as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in a variety of fields including but not limited to Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work and Family Science.

Our training and leadership development programs propel ESF to the forefront of the camp industry. Additionally, a high percentage of team members return to our ESF family each year to create amazing life experiences for our campers.

For complete jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.esfjobs.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: Arts Room, Games Room, Good Character & Citizenship Room, Gymnasium, Health & Wellness Room, Learning Center, Technology Lab, Teen Center, Workout Room, Outdoor Basketball Court, Soccer Field, and Playground

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All Around Summer Camp emphasizing on safety, fun, and focusing on Character & Leadership; Education & Career; Health & Wellness; The Arts; Sports, Fitness, & Recreation; and Technology Education.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Junior Leader (Counselor-In-Training/C.I.T.) volunteer opportunities available. Earn Student Service Learning (S.S.L.) Hours

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Discount available for additional siblings and/or registering early

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: -Boys & Girls Clubs provides Before and After School care all year round

-Gymnasium rental available for organized youth sports

OTHER CAMP INFO: GO TO THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR MORE INFO ABOUT OUR CAMP, AT Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com (About section)

INSTAGRAM: BGCGWgermantown

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Activities:
-Arts
-Character & Leadership
-Education
-Health & Wellness
-Sports, Fitness, & Recreation
-STEM
-Teen Programs

Ages & Grades:
-6yo - 18yo
-1st Grade - 12th Grade

Camp Dates:
-6/24/24 - 8/16/24

Camp Hours:
-7:30am - 6pm
-Monday - Friday

Annual Membership Fee:
-6yo - 12yo: $50 per child
-13yo - 18yo: $25 per Teen

Weekly Camp Fee:
-First Child: $180 per week
-Additional Child: $170 per week / per child
-Teen: $50 per week/each Teen + $30 Teen Activity Fee (optional)

***Early Registration Discount Available. Discount ends April 5, 2024***

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a beautiful space that includes a state of the art yoga studio and a workshop/classroom that allows for lots of hands-on learning.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Camp IO, children ages 5-12 have fun with hands-on science activities and making cool things. They take a look at how everyday objects work and the world around them. Each day, campers switch their outer science tools for a yoga mat and learn about the inner science of yoga. They learn about fun and easy ways to stay healthy and harmonize their bodies, minds and energy to decrease stress, increase endurance and improve focus.

Our mission is to offer children a safe, fun, encouraging and enriching environment to learn and practice the outer science of engineering and the inner science of yoga. All of our activities combine inquiry-based learning with the STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics) initiative in mind.

“Hands-on” means that your child can engage the five senses when learning. Research shows that more information is retained when learning is active and participant-based. Camp IO is an exciting and engaging way for children to learn, be enriched and interact in a mindful way with the world around them.

Camp IO was created by Antoinette Murray (Murray Educational Services), Joseph Murray and Valencia Wood (SoilSound). Together, they provide an exceptional hands-on science and yoga experience. In addition to Camp IO, they offer programs in public and private schools and conduct workshops for children and adults in Howard County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Washington, DC and Virginia.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Children ages 13 - 17 can apply to be a CIT. Please call for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have a full schedule of activities for adults, children, and families throughout the year. Please visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.ioworkshop.org for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rickety Shenanigans | June 27 - July 1
Design it. Build it. Knock it down! See what keeps modern structures standing and invent your own wild designs. Participate in construction challenges. Can your design withstand the force of a hurricane or a stampede of elephants?

Space: The New Frontier | July 5 - July 8
Use your imagination to go where no one has gone before! Design a solar system with worlds and inhabitants. Build a spaceship model and plan a trip to Mars. Sample some of the space food you would take on a space journey!

More Crazy Kitchen Concoctions! | July 11 - July 15
Experiment with even more unique mixtures. Turn unusual combinations into tasty treats, create explosive reactions and discover fun, new uses for everyday kitchen items. Experiment with carbonation, yeast, fruit juices and a lot more!

Reality Minecraft: Craft Like Steve! | July 18 - July 22
Do you like Minecraft? If so, you’ll love crafting real-life items! Combine old, new and in-between to make a variety of things, including a bow and arrow, fishing rod, dyes and more. No creepers allowed!

Land, Sea and Air, Oh My! | July 25 - July 29
Four wheels, three wheels, two wheels, no wheels! What can you use to get from point A to point B? Learn about and build a variety of miniature modes of transportation. Experiment with balance, flotation, propulsion, lift and more.

Game On! | August 1 - August 5
Play classic and modern board, card and roleplaying games. Discuss their mechanics and what makes them fun! Construct game boards, pawns and cards. Design your own game as an individual and as a group. Your group game will be kept at Camp IO for future campers to play!

The Magic Art of Yoga | August 8 - August 12
Create a variety of individual and group calligraphy paintings, Ikebana (flower arrangements), zen gardens, mandalas and yantras. Learn about and practice traditional and freestyle techniques. Examine the use of symbols, math and colors in ancient yogic artwork and contemplative practices.

The Yoga of Tea | August 15 - August 19
Where does tea come from? How is it made? What is tea meditation? Explore the answers to these questions and many more as we enjoy ten different types of tea, and play with chemistry to make your own custom blend.

Step Right Up to Funhouse Science! | August 22 - August 26
Funny mirrors, optical illusions, crazy carnival games, hocus pocus, perfect popped kettle corn and more! What's the science behind all of the fun?

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Levine prides itself upon hiring enthusiastic teachers who are experienced teaching at the early childhood and elementary music levels. Camp Levine faculty must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Teen Apprentice Program consists of responsible, mature, and enthusiastic junior high and high school students who assist groups of campers, support teachers in the classroom, learn effective techniques for working with children, and put their love of music and the arts to use.

Teen Apprentices do not need to have any musical knowledge or previous experience with Camp Levine or Levine Music. If the teen enjoys the arts, wants to be a role model for younger children, and wants to gain valuable educational experience assisting teachers and staff members, Camp Levine is a perfect way to spend the summer!

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Tuition Assistance is available. More information can be found on our website:
Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We are a welcoming year-round community music school with diverse and comprehensive offerings of music instruction, as well as events and performances to inspire music lovers of all ages.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for session dates and times: Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: www.levinemusic.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Glenelg Country School campers enjoy opportunities to utilize the pool, athletic center, tennis courts, playing fields, theater, outdoor amphitheater, technology labs, pond, outdoor classrooms, and other amenities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Glenelg Country School has been offering quality summer programs for over 30 years. Our Summer programs provide children entering Pre-K4 through grade 12 with a fun and educational experience in a relaxed and safe environment. These programs include traditional, adventure, sport, and specialized day camps and sport clinics. A Counselor-in-Training program is also offered for high school aged students.

Extended day program, bus service, swim lessons, and pool memberships are also available. Our summer programs are staffed by members of the Glenelg Country School faculty, supplemented by other qualified professionals, and assisted by junior counselors; all staff members undergo a criminal background check and we maintain a camper-to-staff ratio of less that 10 to 1.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor in Training Program offers opportunities for older campers to work on leadership skills during the summer, including hands-on activities, team-building, communication, and problem-solving.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 19-July 28, 2017
One week sessions offered.
Check on our website for full listing and pricing information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.glenelg.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Applicants please contact summerprograms[AT]glenelg.org for an application.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Hi, My name is Veronica Eyenga, Executive Director of My Girlfriend’s House, Inc. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowerment of at risk teen girls. Providing mentoring services to the young ladies of Prince George's County MD & the Washington DC Metro Area.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Girls Leadership Program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Divalicious Girls (June 22th – July 3rd from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Tech Gurlz STEM Camp (July 6th - July 17th from8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Girls Rock Leadership Camp (July 20th – July 31st from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Camp Getaway Girls (August 3rd- August 7th from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp Sonshine's Leader-in-Training (LIT) and Counselor-in-Training Programs equip teens with leadership skills they can use through�out their lives. Teens will learn important leadership skills, such as:

�Teamwork
�Responsibility
�Communication
�Problem solving
�Community Service
�And many more!

We teach these vital life skills in a safe environment through fun and challenging group leadership sessions as well as hands-on experience working with kids alongside trained counselors. LITs and CITs help maintain group control, create a safe environment, and assist in activities while putting their leadership skills into practice.

This well-renowned program is approved for student service learning hours as required for High School graduation. Teens have also used this type of leadership experience to put on applications to such organizations as the National Honor Society and various colleges.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 19 rustic cabins situated both on the waterfront and in the woods. Tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts as well as soccer and softball fields are available for all campers' enjoyment. Our outdoor chapel, junior olympic swimming pool, and open air pavilion are great gathering places on hot summer days.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wright is an ACA accredited camp and is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Easton. Founded in 1930, Camp Wright offers summer camps and other programs that develop children of all ages and backgrounds through living, recreating, singing and praying in an environment that promotes leadership and individual growth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have leadership programs for both our Day and Resident campers. These programs include traditional camp activities along with teambuilding exercises, leadership skill development and offsite trips.

Day Camp offer a Leadership Adventure Program for 6th-8th graders.

Resident Camp offers Senior High Leadership, Senior High Adventure Camp, and Senior Camp Session for 9th-11th graders.

The Resident Camp also offers a CIT program where teens who have completed 10th- 11th grade choose two weeks during the summer for their training. One week is spent working in the kitchen for half the day and the other half helping with programming for younger campers. The other week is spent in the cabin with campers and full time staff to really get a feel for what it is like to be counselor.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and payment plans are available for those in need. Please visit our website for more information

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have many events that happen at Camp Wright that are open to the community. Many area schools have field days here on property and the Christ Church Fall Fest is open to any one interested in crafts, music, food, and games for the family.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to website for information about session dates and fees.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every summer we hire counselors for both Resident and Day Camp. We also have other job opportunities for those seeking jobs who are under the age of 18.

Please refer to our website for complete employment information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 5 cabins that sleep 32 maximum with bedrooms of 2 bunkbeds each and a common room in the middle. The Retreat Center is our most recently renovated building which also has a common room and a larger tiled room for activities. There is an outdoor pool, archery range, climbing tower, low ropes course, basketball court, volleyball court, large meeting hall, dining hall, hiking trail, and a mile of riverfront on the West River for kayaking, sailing, canoeing, and banana boating.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are a United Methodist camp which is infused into the attitude of staff and the culture of the camp. We mix Bible study and worship with our outdoor recreational activities to give a rounded camp adventure. We have activity staff to lead our trained positions every summer and day camp counselors, most of our overnight counselors are volunteers from local communities and churches who come every year. We have been in operation on this site since 1951 and have continued to add to and adapt the camp to make the biggest impact on campers and staff. We want everyone who comes to West River to grow in their love of God, self, neighbor, and nature.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a CIT program for campers of at least 16 years of age, registration is on our website with the other camp programs.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer camperships for families unable to ordinarily afford camp and volunteer counselors who come receive 25% off their camper's tuition. For more info, Our Camp Website Link: www.bwccampsandretreats.com

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host groups year round for retreats and events. Schools, corporations, churches, and crafters all use our site for a few hours to a couple weeks. Our Camp Website Link: www.bwccampsandretreats.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp typically begins in mid-June through the first week of August. For specific dates, check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.bwccampsandretreats.com

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire for several positions for the summer season- program staff (lead activities), counselors, kitchen aides, and lifeguards. We offer the option to stay in on-site housing (staff only) and provide all meals. For more information, check out Our Camp Website Link: www.bwccampsandretreats.com or email assistantdirector[AT]westrivercenter.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Our One-Week Campers sleep in rustic cabins and located nearby are clean, modern and newly renovated bathrooms with shower facilities and electricity. Lodges for Two-Week Campers are modern yet rustic-looking, 4300 square foot, two-story buildings that each house at least 48 campers and staff. The lodges have electricity, central air-conditioning, storage cubbies, fans, and indoor plumbing. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.sandyhillcamp.com for more information on our facility.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sandy Hill Camp is a family-owned and operated, licensed and ACA-accredited, residential summer camp. The programs are designed to help each camper learn and grow through fun, educational, and character-building experiences. Campers are supervised by a caring and qualified staff who lead by example to create a safe and nurturing environment. Please visit our website for more information.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor-In-Training (CIT), Junior Counselor (JC) and Assistant Counselor (AC) programs at Sandy Hill are designed to introduce interested high-schoolers to the exciting and rewarding world of being a camp counselor. Visit our website for more detailed information about our junior staff program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete registration information can be found on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.SandyHillCamp.com. Our Dates & Availability page will allow you to see real-time information as to session dates and which sessions are available. Fees can also be found through our website.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Program participants, known as delegates, develop concepts and skills during workshops, group projects, committee responsibilities and small group discussion sessions. Other activities include games, variety shows, dances, and opportunities for delegates to lead activities for their peers.

Maryland Leadership Workshops is a division of Leadership Maryland.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Five peer-led, week-long residential programs that empower and inspire middle and high school students to succeed and be more engaged in their schools and communities. Each program offers a supportive and fun environment to foster increased independence, self-esteem and confidence.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: MLW offers community outreach opportunities throughout the academic year and summer. Visit mlw.org/community-outreach/ for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For pricing and more information, visit MLW.org.

Middle School Experience in Leadership (July 22-28, 2018): For students entering grades 6-8 in Fall 2018. Students begin to develop their individual leadership skills and learn how to identify and take advantage of opportunities for leadership in their schools and communities.

Bridge (July 15-21, 2018): For experienced student leaders entering grades 8 or 9 in 2018, who are ready for more intensive training and practice prior to entering Senior High Workshops.

Senior High Workshop (July 29 - August 4, 2018): For students entering grades 9-12 in Fall 2018. A fun, challenging, inspiring, and fulfilling week-long experience for teens that helps them develop leadership skills needed to succeed in diverse environments.

Advanced Leadership Seminar (July 15-21, 2018): For high school students who have attended Senior High Workshop or have completed an equivalent program/leadership experience. This program challenges students to re-examine themselves as individuals and leaders through innovative workshops crafted according to their unique needs, individual goal setting and a culminating project focused on real-world application of leadership skills.

Journey (July 15-21, 2018): For Howard County girls entering 8th or 9th grade in Fall 2018. Support for this program has been provided by the Women's Giving Circle, a fund of the Community Foundation of Howard County. At this unique program, each student identifies her own leadership skills, strengths, and weaknesses in a supportive and fun environment, which fosters increased self-esteem and confidence.

CAMP FACILITIES: Several classrooms suited for our student to teacher ratio.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are a Christian based program with daily devotion and weekly bible study. During the school year we offer before and aftercare. Our before and aftercare has multiple clubs free of charge to meet all children’s interest.

Some of our clubs include cheerleading, cooking, STEM, math and reading. We also offer a basketball program where the players participate in different basketball leagues.

Our super summer camp is for ages 3-14, we take daily field trips, daily academics, devotion and much more!All staff is CPR certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Training is provided to all staff. All staff also has experience with kids, all are CPR certified as well.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: N/A

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 14 week summer camp program

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Before Care and After Care is offer year round.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
14 week summer Camp session

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
No job openings at this time.

CAMP FACILITIES: We lease private schools with upscale facilities including a gymnasium, athletic field, classrooms, and cafeteria. All 4 of our sites are excellently maintained and are some of the areas best locations. For more information on our locations check out Our Camp Website Link: ticcamp.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At TIC, campers choose between one of the following: Programming, Filmmaking, Digital Music, Graphic Design, Digital Photography, Robotics, and Animation. Over the course of a two week session, campers create a project in their chosen option.

In addition to technology, campers at TIC participate in a half day of athletics. They get 3-4 hour long periods a day ranging in a variety of traditional and non traditional sports.
At TIC, we believe in the balance of mind and body!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: TIC offers stellar CIT, Leadership Training and Staff Assistant programs! For more information, check out Our Camp Website Link: ticcamp.com

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer partial tuition assistance to eligible families. For more information, please email jared[AT]ticcamp.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete summer camp information, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: ticcamp.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
You can apply for a summer job here: Our Camp Website Link: ticcamp.com

If you have any questions about the hiring process or the status of your application, please contact Dan Morais at dan[AT]ticcamp.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: There is a large room for the activities of each language group. We have kitchen facilities where your child's lunch can be stored and an outdoor field for children to go out to play when the weather permits. We also have WIFI and a projector and large screen at our disposal.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Children become part of a theatre troupe, and are immersed in ESL (English as a Second Language), French, Chinese or Spanish. There is a performance at the end of each two-week session. Daily activities include: sports, theatre and music games, crafts and practice for a performance.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT is for young teens who already can speak fluently or who are almost fluent in the target language. They pay as campers and will be helped to refine their language skills and to learn how to work with younger students. They will be assigned specific tasks each day and discuss the day with the counselors daily. At the end of camp, each one who participated successfully will be able to receive a recommendation from the director in the case that they apply to work at another camp. They also may become eligible eventually to be paid assistants in our camp when they are old enough (currently 18).

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early enrollment receives a 20% discount (February) and a 10% March 1 - 15. No registration fee until March 15th. All campers pay a materials fee of $10.00 a week.

At this time there is no formal scholarship or financial aid program, but if your family has a hardship, contact the director.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The children will learn their target language, theatre and music through games and exercises daily, and through these experiences, build a show to share with their parents. All activities - music, theatre, crafts, sports, recess, and games - will be used by the staff to lead to an enrichment in the target language. The program attracts both those who are fluent (who concentrate mostly on the arts aspect and the fun and who can become leaders, helping their peers to speak better) and those who are beginners and of various levels of language speaking.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: French, Chinese and Spanish lessons at the same location. See online schedule.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Children focus on the theatre skills; we focus on their language skills. This is a dramatic way to prepare your child for this global economy!

The director, Kaaren Agnez, has a professional theatre background. Counselors are trained in theatre and working with children and speak their target language fluently; most are natives. All speak at a native level: most are native speakers. Your children will learn the best of movement and improvisational theatre techniques, and all that in a way that helps them to speak another language.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.minilinguists.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for native Chinese, Spanish and French speakers to be counselors or assistant counselors. Must have some skills in sports, theatre or arts and/or extensive experience with children or education. We do train all counselors. Full-time summer work is seasonal and during the year we offer part-time work. Counselors start a week before the camp itself: June 6th.

CAMP FACILITIES: Belmont Manor and Historic Park is nestled within Patapsco State Park near Elkridge. Campers will be utilizing the Carriage House for indoor programs, and meadows, forests and ponds for outdoor programs.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Conservancy offers full-day nature camps in one week sessions at our Mt. Pleasant location in Woodstock, MD and our Belmont location in Elkridge, MD. Our nature camps encourage children to learn about Howard County’s ecology and natural history through fun and exciting hikes, experiments, stories, and hands-on exploration of our nature centers and parkland. Camps will include outdoor skills and all-camp activities as well.

Nature camp runs from 9:00am – 3:30pm with Before and After Care options available. Campers must be between the ages of 5 – 12.

The Conservancy’s camps are designed to nurture respect for the natural world, increase awareness of environmental issues and instill a sense of stewardship. Campers will hike, explore the landscape, participate in stewardship projects, play nature games and create earth friendly arts and crafts!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Campers ages 13-15 are invited to apply to become a Junior Counselor with a reduced camp fee. Volunteers ages 16-18 are invited to work as an Assistant Counselor. There is no fee for Assistant Counselors.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Howard County Conservancy is a partner with the Howard County Public School System. We offer field trips, school outreach programs, School's Out programs, adult trainings, and public events throughout the year. Please see the events website for up to date information: Our Camp Website Link: www.hcconservancy.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Nature Day Camps are held in 1-week sessions from June 22 - August 21, 2020.

Camp is $270.00 per session. Payment is due at the time of registration.

Please see our website for updated session information: Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org

June 22 - 26: Green STEM Camp
June 29 - July 2: Talons and Teeth
July 6 - 10: Aquatic Odyssey
July 13 - 17: Earth Day, Every Day
July 20 - 24: Extreme Animals
July 27 - 31: Expedition: Base Camp
Aug 3 - 7: Water Wizards
Aug 10 - 14: Pollinators Paradise
Aug 17 - 21: Tracks and Trails

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp counselors are encouraged to send a cover letter and resume to camp[AT]howardnature.org. This summer, we will be hiring counselors for two locations: Mt. Pleasant camps, located in Woodstock MD, and Belmont camps, located in Elkridge, MD.

Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org for more camp information.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have both online art camps/workshops and in-person camps for our 2021 summer art program. Go to Our Camp Website Link: IchenArtAcademy.com for more information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Becoming an Ichen Art Academy student means that you have the opportunity to learn from the best art school with a long proven record of success to develop your creativity, foundational skills and artistic talents that will propel you to reach your full potential.

Best Quality Art Program
Since its inception in 1997 (formerly known as Ichen Art Studio), Ichen Art Academy has been putting relentless focus on developing high-quality art programs, reflected through its students’ artworks and measured by its students’ achievements. Many of its art-major students have now gone on to renowned art colleges and most prestigious majors such as CalArt’s Character Animation, ArtCenter’s Entertainment Design and Rhode Island School of Design. Some art-major students from early years have found employments in high-tech companies such as Google, Facebook and Netflix. Similarly, its non-art-major students have been accepted by nation’s top universities such as Harvard, Stanford, Princeton and MIT with the help of submission of a strong supplemental art portfolio. By consistently winning large numbers of national level awards in art competitions, Ichen Art Academy students’ skill levels and artworks are among the best in every age group.

Systematic and Comprehensive K-12 Art Education
Ichen Art Academy offers systematic and comprehensive art education to K-12 students and adults. All of its instructors are highly accomplished artists with many years of teaching and industry experience. Currently the following programs are offered
(Click the respective link to view students' artworks from that age group):

--Children’s Creative Art (Ages 5 to 8)
--Chinese Painting and Calligraphy (Ages 8+)
--Drawing and Sketch Level 1-Basic (Ages 8 to 10) Level 1 (Ages 10-11), 2 and 3 (Ages 12+)
--Oil Painting and Watercolor (Ages 12+)
--Digital Art for Beginner (Ages 9+), Intermediate and Advanced Levels (Ages 12+)
--Cartoon, Manga and Character Design (Ages 11+)
--AP Art Prep (Ages 14+)

Art Consultation Service for College Applications
The art counselor team at Ichen Art Academy specializes in helping art-major students prepare strong college art portfolios and apply for top art colleges and majors in the US. The team is also responsible for helping non-art-major students develop robust supplemental art portfolios for applying top private universities.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We partner with Youth Art Foundation, a non-profit organization to help our students develop leadership and utilize their art talents and skills to make positive contributions to their communities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Ichen Art Academy provides comprehensive and systematic art education for K-12 students on a yearly basis. Please check our curriculum webpage for a detailed description:

Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

OTHER CAMP INFO: Oil Painting, watercolor, Portrait/Figure Drawing, Illustration, Chinese Painting, Drawing and Sketching, AP Art Boot Camp, Open Studio, Fashion Design, UI/UX Design, Architectural and Interior Design, Animation and Game Design, Digital Art, Creative Comic Books, Manga and Anime, Cartoon and Character Design, Perspective Drawing, Graphic Design, 3D Modeling and much more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Art Camps for kids ages 5-9:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Digital Illustration Art Camp for ages 9+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

Summer Art Workshops for ages 11+:
Our Camp Website Link: www.ichenartacademy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 4 cabin groups, or "hills," with 4-8 rustic cabins per hill, as well as 3 air-conditioned, dormitory-style buildings. All areas have access to multiple volleyball courts, basketball nets, our outdoor pool, and gaga pit. A modern dining hall and health center, along with rustic trading post, fellowship hall, and outdoor chapel are all located along the Chester River.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Pecometh is proudly accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Established in 1946, we have been providing campers with life-changing, God-inspired experiences for over 70 years. Summer Camp sessions are typically five days in length, beginning on Sunday afternoon and ending after lunch on Fridays. Depending on the program, campers stay in rustic cabins or dorm-style facilities, and are supervised by our trained staff 24 hours a day.

All of our counselors are at least 18 years of age or graduated from high school and have received professional training, including First-Aid & CPR/AED certifications and bullying awareness and prevention training. Our Lifeguards are certified through the American Red Cross. There is a nurse on site at all times and the closest major hospital is less than 15 miles away. Our dining hall serves up tasty, nutritious meals and campers can have all they want, including fruit and salad bar at lunch and dinner.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Pecometh offers a Staff-in-Training leadership program for participants who are completing 10th or 11th grade. This is an intensive 2-week program that includes hands-on leadership training and experience, and earns participants nearly 60 volunteer hours! For more information, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Pecometh offers a campership program for families in need of assistance. We also offer a grant program for campers who receive federal assistance. Additionally, if you register and pay in full by Feb 1, there is a 10% discount; by March 1, there is a 5% discount. For more information, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Pecometh offers two kinds of family programs. Once each summer, Pecometh offers a Single Parent Family Retreat. Pecometh also offers a weekend Friends & Family Camp for campers of any age-- no matter how young or young at heart! More information is available at: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Pecometh hosts guest groups doing their own programming as well as camp-run programming throughout the year. Meeting space, outdoor program activities, and a variety of accommodations available for any age group or organization. For more information about hosting your own retreat or joining one of ours, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
To download our brochure, complete with sessions, dates, and fees, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org

To find out more about scholarships, grants, friend referrals, and payment options, go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We're hiring enthusiastic, self-motivated staffers who know what servant leadership is all about. We're looking for grit, initiative, and great communication skills. Are you creative, organized, and excited about working with kids?

We want you at Camp Pecometh! Variety of positions available. 9-week contract from early June to early August. Contact megansweeney[AT]pecometh.org or go to Our Camp Website Link: www.pecometh.org for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Timber Camp has 10 Tennis Courts, 3 outdoor Basketball Courts, A beautiful Hardwood Basketball Court, 3 Sand Volleyball Courts, 3 Theaters, 2 Soccer Fields, Flying Trapeze both indoor and outdoor, Gymnastics Gym, Wake Board Lake, Cacapon River, Olympics sized swimming pool, 3 Horse back riding rings, and so much more!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Timber Ridge is accredited by the American Camp Association.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Call for Special Pricing information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Timber Ridge Runs 2, 3, 4 and 8 Week sessions for boys and girls aged 6-16. Check out the Website Our Camp Website Link: www.trcamps.com for dates and fees. Call us for special pricing.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO:
The Handwork Studio LLC is a kids' needle arts and fashion studio and camp. Our purpose is to pass down the tradition of teaching practical arts such as knitting, crocheting, hand and machine sewing, embroidery, quilting, fashion and crafts in a fun and relaxed environment.

Our staff is comprised of professional artists, instructors and skilled teachers, dedicated to making each student feel special. Our teaching philosophy is one that focuses on the students’ accomplishments. We will never criticize the student's work, but praise his or her efforts.

The Handwork Studio is designed to…
nurture its students
in a positive social environment
with a "Can Do" attitude
that fosters creativity
while learning lifetime skills.

The Result:
Making really cool projects with new friends while having Fun! Fun! Fun!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our CIT Leadership Program started Summer 2016! Learn more here Our Camp Website Link: www.thehandworkstudio.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you believe a job is to inspire and create, smiles are a part of the uniform and don't mind occasionally getting tangled in thread we need to talk! The Handwork Studio is on the search for that ‘needle in a haystack’ to help us forge ahead on our mission to educate children in the needle-arts.

Qualified Candidates Must:
-- Be passionate, warm, caring and ultimately a happy person that will bring excitement to the classroom
-- Be high energy; able to sit on the floor and/or stand for an extended period of time
-- Enjoy crafting in one or more of the following skills: knitting, crocheting, machine and hand sewing, embroidery, etc. You do not need to be an expert. We will train you on our methods.
-- Enjoy working with children between the ages of 5-16 years
-- Possess infinite patience
-- Be neat and organized
-- Be willing to work generally Monday-Fridays (approx. 8:30-3:30) during the months of June, July and August. This schedule can vary slightly based on program and geographic location.

To be considered, interested applicants MUST complete an online application at Our Camp Website Link: www.thehandworkstudio.com. Here you will find more details about our counselor positions and their applications.

CAMP FACILITIES: Rustic cabins, swimming pool, water front grounds, sports fields, camp fire area, archery range, bb range, rifle range, basketball court, mess hall, chapel, dock and boats

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our program is an unplugged and back to basics program with a rich, 60+ year history. We help campers to build lasting friendships and memories. Our goals are for campers to make friends, work together and treat each other and God's creation with love and respect.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership Mentor program. 14-15 year old previous campers may continue at Camp St. Charles if accepted into the mentor program. See our website for application and details.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our campership program helps families to send their children to summer camp. See details online.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We host a parent-child weekend each May for families who wish to try out summer camp with their child before attending our summer sessions. May 5-7, 2017

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp St. Charles hosts a variety of retreat groups through out the year. Closed December and January, we host retreats in the spring and fall. Contact us for more information.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Visit our open house on March 12, April 9 or May 7 for lunch, tours and a ride on the giant swing. No fee for open house. Parent child weekend on May 5-7, 2017 is a great way to try out our summer program as a family. P-C weekend costs $50/person.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campstcharles.com for details and pricing.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our summer staff for 2017 will be needed from June 10- August 13, 2017. All of the details and requirements are on our website. We hope to fill all positions by April 1, please apply early. Junior Counselor positions are likely to be filled before April 1.