Summer camp is a special part of growing up. In fact, more than six million American kids go to camp each summer.

Ask kids why they want to go to camp and you're likely to hear the same two words: fun and friends. But when you dig deeper, you quickly discover that certain types of camps may work better for your child. There are hundreds of programs and Judy Macnow can help you find the right one.

Traditional Camps

Roasting marshmallows, campfires, ghost stories, color war—are all memories associated with the traditional overnight camp. They vary in style, from structured to low-key, and offer accommodations from rustic to plush. Camps are located throughout the country and situated in all types of terrian, from the mountains to the beach. Although the programs vary greaty, most traditional overnight camps offer perennial favorites—sports, arts and crafts, and spirit activities.

Some camps have been around for many years, and attract generations within the same family. Still, traditional camps have evolved over the yers and activities have grown. These camps continually update their offerings and equipment to keep the balance of the familiar and the new.

A traditional overnight camp usually has a range of actvities throughout the day. Children have a set schedule with free time and a choice of new activities. They are encouraged to try new things. Most camps have theme weeks and camp-wide activities like color war. The camps establish traditions that returning campers come to expect: cheer competitions, Friday night barbeques, Saturday night bonfires, dances, talent shows and more. Sessions can range from two to eight weeks and many campers return the same time every year.

Is traditional camp for you? A traditional overnight camp is great for the first time camper, or the child who prefers a familiar atmosphere and enjoys traditions. Many children love their traditional sleepway camps and return year after year. If you are considering a traditional overnight camp let us review the options with you and help determine which is your best choice.

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Specialty Camps

Do you dream of becoming a rock star? How about a Hollywood stunt double? Or a secret agent? Ever wonder what it would be like to join the circus? You can follow your passions, test out your dreams, take a challenge, or just have fun meeting other campers from around the world at a nontraditional camp this summer. There are many specialty camps offering instruction in specific areas of interest—language, art, music, theater, computers, science, cooking, hiking. Others offer a unique experience—rural living, an eco-friendly environment, international campers. Some are gender or religion specific.

Most nontraditional camps emphasize respect and celebrate diversity. Many offer once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. All of the nontraditional camps available through Judy Macnow's Camp and Tour Consultants create a safe, supportive environment for campers to connect with others as well as themselves. The couselors make learning and fun synonymous. They nurture young minds and focus on positive, successful, enriching interactions with campers.

So, whether your tastes lean toward extremem action, adventure, creating delectable dessert or anythign in between, there's a nontraditional camp waiting for you.

"This summer i went to camp in Maine that was out in the middle of the woods. I went a whole month, without my parents, and it was a great time."
-Haley, age 10
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Sports Camps

Many families are looking for opportunities where their child can refine his or her skills at a particular activity. There are hundreds of camps that focus on a specific sport or activity.

What is your passion—hockey, lacrosse, baseball, basketball, dance, horseback riding or sailing? Hundreds of different actvities are featured in these unique programs. There are camps for all skill levels—beginners to advanced. Some specialty camps emphsize a specific activity, such as water sports, but sill offer a variety of traditional camp activities.

"This summer I attended a performing arts camp in New York City. It was like no other experience in my life. I have been going to dance classes since I was a toddler, I have been going to overnight camp since fourth grade—but this was a life-changing experience."
- Kirstie, age 16
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Enrichment Camps

Maybe your son is looking to expand his knowledge of rocketry. Your daughter wants to explore forensic medicine. or maybe they need a little extra review to get ready for next year. There are many academic camps that are far from boring. As with other specialty camps, the amount of time spent on a particular activity varies from camp to camp.

Many of the programs are held at colleges and universities, giving children their first experience of campus life. Schools provide the state-of-the-art equipment needed for many of the activities. There are hundreds of programs all taught by skilled teachers or professionals in the area of interest. In addition to the classwork, many of the programs offer trips or activities to use the knowlege from the class work or see it in the work environment.

Remembering that this is still the summer, the programs offer many fun activities—such as swimming, sightseeing, movies, pizza parties and much more. It all adsds up to a rewarding and fun summer experience.

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