2024 Summer Camp
Highlights A Summer to Remember
What an incredible summer it was at Camp Simmons and Teen Camp! At Camp Simmons, known for its rich traditions, adventure was around every corner. Campers enjoyed a range of outdoor activities designed to build teamwork and leadership skills while fostering a love for nature. Hiking through the trails, campers learned about local wildlife and the importance of conservation. The thrill of kayaking and canoeing on the camp’s lake offered not just excitement but also a chance to learn water safety and paddling techniques.
integrated into daily activities, ensuring that campers returned to school with sharpened minds.
Beyond outdoor adventures, art classes allowed campers to explore their creativity through painting, drawing, and sculpting, often inspired by the natural beauty around them.
Teens participated in workshops on leadership and teamwork, along with a variety of field trips, giving them the chance to enjoy new experiences. From thrilling rides at Playland and water adventures at Lake Compounce to friendly bowling and mini golf competitions, the teens were engaged and entertained.
Academic enrichment, known as Summer Brain Gain, was another key component of the camp experience. Educators from the Bruce Museum ran weekly Science experiments. Nature studies and reading sessions were
For the teen campers, the summer was about more than just fun and games; it was about developing leadership skills and preparing for the future. BGCG’s Teen Camp offered a unique program tailored to the interests and needs of older campers, with a focus on building character and fostering personal growth.
Due to the renovation and expansion of our main facility, Clubhouse Camp was not offered this summer.
With your help, the Club provided over
$114,000 in reduced fees
and financial assistance for campers, making summer enrichment accessible to all!
23% of all campers received some level of financial aid.