It feels like just yesterday you were enrolling your child in toddler classes and preschool, and now, in the blink of an eye, it's time to look at sleepaway camps. Yes, it feels....TOTALLY BANANAS. We're with you. It feels crazy because it is crazy. Kids grow up so incredibly fast and to quote a very wise man named Ferris Bueller, âIf you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.â We're still here to help you navigate this part of your camping journey and break it ALL down. |
|
Touring Touring, read all about it |
|
Not sure what to ask the Directors? Here's a list of 20 comprehensive questions to ask that cover all the basics, as well as things that will set the camp apart. Don't forget to take notes! S365 BONUS TIPS Get your navigation ready. Pro-tip, before you hit the road, make sure you have all the right addresses loaded into your GPS! Remember, your favorite navigational app is often only as good as your signal, so consider printing your directions (or saving them to your phone) as a backup. We've been down that road and can't stress that enough. Set the tone. Campers-to-be say the darndest things! Some of our favorite post tour quotes include "That was the best chocolate milk I've had in my whole life" or "That camp had the most amazing M&M cookies." There will be fun moments, cool swag and sweet treats to ensure your child is happy. This is awesome. But, whether it's positive or not so positive, take it all in stride. We strongly believe choosing a camp is a parent-led decision. Take the opportunity to let your child know that you want them to have the best time, share their thoughts and experiences, and that the adults will use this information to choose the perfect fit camp for them. |
|
Hitting the road to tour camps this summer? Here are some of our favorite road trip necessities - add to cart or use this as a checklist to level up your road tripping experience: 1. This Travel Scavenger Hunt for kids is great fun on a car trip - kids love driving away the miles searching for the objects found on the cards. Helps keep them busy, engaged, and off the iPad! 2. This ultra-light packable backpack is perfect for throwing in the car to take with you to camps. It can be stuffed into its own zippered pocket for space-saving storage and can fit everything you need. Don't forget the towels, bathing suit, sunblock, and snack! 3. A car organizer and cooler to put between the kids! This versatile organizer keeps the kids entertained and in arms distance of refreshments while driving from camp to camp! 4. Don't laugh! Road trips are often synonymous with fast food stops - and these holders are everything! Don't knock it til you've tried it! 5. You can place this car trash can on the floor, car seat, or hang it from the seat back. It's leakproof, waterproof, and ensures your entire car won't be a dumping ground for the duration of your trip. 6. We love nothing more than a journal for your happy-camper-to-be to write down any information they may want to remember about the camps they saw. It is a good way to jot down little notes and details, so everything stays fresh in your mind as you start the decision process. |
|
New York Times bestselling author Iris Krasnow reflects with humor and heart on her summer camp experiences and the lessons she and her fellow campers learned there that have stayed with them throughout their lives. |
|
Good luck on the road. KIT and send pics! xo, The Summer 365 Team |
|
Come to our social (media) that is! Meet us each day on the 'gram. |
|
Summer 365 is the leading consulting service created by parents for parents with a customized and holistic approach to finding the perfect summer experience for your child and family. Our team of experts has insider knowledge on over 500 of the top sleepaway camps and summer programs for children and teens 7-18. Our service makes it easier for parents to navigate the search process to find whatever youâre looking for whether itâs a traditional or specialty sleepaway camp, community service, performing arts, enrichment, wilderness, or language immersion program. The right match ensures your peace of mind and a summer theyâll never forget.
Our momboss powered team of experts is made up of first time camp parents, camp veterans, and everything in between. As trusted advisors, beyond navigating the camp search process, we share information, tips, advice, and experiences to help parents in this new chapter of their parenting journey! |
|
Was this forwarded to you? |
|
|
