Kids Ask the Director

What's the best thing of all at camp?
That's a tough one! Everything! We think you'll have so much to like at camp that you just won't be able to decide what's best of all. Maybe it's the new friends you'll make; or the swimming; or the mural you might paint; or your counselor; or the sports you'll play and learn; or the drama production you might star in... Wow, who knows?!

At camp, what will I do all day?
You'll get to do so much -- things like swimming, tennis, basketball, arts and crafts, softball or baseball, cooking, ceramics, gymnastics, soccer, dancing, football... the list goes on and on. There are also special events and entertainment. Ask about the things you especially like to do and how often you will get to do those activities.

Who will help me have fun at camp? How do they know how to care for me?
Group or bunk counselors are selected because they love working with kids. They are trained before camp begins to help you have a good time, make new friends, and enjoy a variety of activities. Their job is to help you have fun, be safe, and know your limits.

Do I get to choose what I want to do?
Some camps schedule the entire day so you have an opportunity to try all the different things at camp. At many camps, you'll get to select one or even more activities every day. You can ask about how the day is planned for you.

Who will be my friends?
You will make a lot of new friends at camp. Some campers know each other from past summers and some know each other from school. Some don't know anyone until camp begins. If you don't, it's great, too, because you'll be making new friends almost the minute you arrive on the first day -- and the counselors will help you do it! It's nice to have winter friends and summer friends. When you go to camp for the summer, you can leave everything behind you and start over with new friends!

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