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DAY CAMP
It’s time to start looking for that perfect summer camp! Our day camp directory will help you find all types of fun places for your kids’ summer adventures. From arts and crafts to academics, dance and drama to sports and fitness, we’ve listed summer programs in our area that focus on just about any specialized interest your child might have. Plus we’ve got plenty of camps with various themes or that provide general interest programs. Whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find a summer camp to keep your kids happy. Those with descriptions are advertisers. For additional day camp details, overnight camps and other resources, check out ChesapeakeFamily.com/ Directories.
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ACADEMIC
Annapolis Language School Annapolis, 410-533-4209 2 years-5 years annapolislanguageschool.com Come immerse your child in Spanish this summer! Join our Spanish Immersion Summer Camp to experience a whole new world. Your child will participate in fun activities including: story time in Spanish, arts & crafts, movement, plus singing and music in Spanish. See our ad on page 39
Club SciKidz MD Locations in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard and Montgomery County, 908-892-6123 4 years–15 years, Before & after care clubscikidzmd.com Our campers explore and investigate the “how” and “why” of science and technology concepts. They will not only have a fun summer but also develop a life-long love for science! See our ad on page 39 iD Tech Held at 150 Prestigious Campus Locations 888-709-8324, iDTech.com 7 years-19 years iD Tech is the world leader in STEM education, with 450,000 alumni and over 20 years of experience. Summer programs are held at 150 prestigious campuses including NYU, Caltech, and Imperial College London. Students build in-demand skills for futures in coding, game development, robotics, and creative arts. See our ad on page 12
Pongos Learning Lab Crofton, 301-789-1815 ext 4 pongoslearninglab.com Kindergarten-8th grade, Before & after care Join the Pongos Learning Lab for a summer of STEAM adventures. Kids can enjoy camps on topics such as coding, animation, video production, robotics, escape rooms, game design, game development, gaming, and more. See our ad on page 19 Smart Fit Kids Academy STEM and Adventure Camps Severna Park, 443-597-7173 smartfitkidsacademy.com, 4 years-14 years Smart Fit Kids fosters creativity, builds and encourages problem solving skills and leadership skills and helps children to evolve social skills and develop confidence through active learning and engaging daily field trips. See our ad on page 18
Summer at Summit Edgewater, 410-798-0005 thesummitschool.org 6 years–8th grade, After care Summer at Summit offers academic enrichment programs to help students prevent summer slide and prepare for back-to-school success, while having fun and making new friends! See our ad on page 18
ArtFarm Annapolis Annapolis, 443-360-5278 artfarmannapolis.com
Artworks Studio Annapolis, Arnold, Edgewater, 410-271-3343 artworksstudio.info
Walters Art Museum Summer Camps Baltimore, 410-547-9000, thewalters.org
DANCE
Ballet Theatre of Maryland Annapolis, 410-263-8289 balletmaryland.org The Summer Intensive is a unique opportunity for students ages 9 to adult interested in a focused, comprehensive training program to make technical progress in classical ballet and contemporary dance forms and repertoire. Classes feature technique courses, acting seminars, choreography, and mini-workshops. See our ad on page 23
Davy Dance Academy Summer Camps Annapolis, 240-476-6145 davydanceacademy.com 2.5 years-18 years, Before & After Care Join us on the dance floor this summer for funfill dance camps for children of all ages! Our Preschool and Elementary age camps include dance classes, arts and crafts and a showcase at the end of the week for family and friends! See our ad on page 39
Design in Motion Dance Camp Gambrills, 410-923-9925 designinmotiondance.com/summer.htm 4–10 years Summer dance camps are designed to offer students the opportunity to experience many different styles of dance. Every week a new creative theme will be presented. Students will enjoy arts and crafts, movies and special dance topics. See our ad on page 19
ENVIRONMENTAL/OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Adventure Camps at Terrapin Adventures Savage, 301-725-1313 terrapinadventures.com/adventure-camps
Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park Summer Camp Annapolis, 410-295-0104 x 31 amaritime.org/education/camps 4 years old-10th grade, Before & after care Our campers get wet and muddy while exploring wooded trails, coves, and marsh habitats along Back Creek to discover our maritime heritage and environmental stewardship. Our younger campers enjoy animal investigations, water play, crafts, and stories, while older campers can explore with kayaking and boating excursions, standup paddle boarding, and fishing. See our ad on page 24
Baywood Farms Summer Camps Harwood, 410-867-7923 baywoodfarms.com/camps
En-Tice-Ment Stables Equestrian Camps Harwood, 410-798-4980 enticementstables.com
Marlboro Ridge Equestrian Center Upper Marlboro, 301-574-2041 marlbororidgeequestrian center.com
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center Summer Camp Grasonville, 410-827-6694 bayrestoration.org/camps
Echoes of Nature Brooklyn Park, 301-860-1306 echoesofnature.org
Eco Adventures Millersville, 410-987-1300 ecoadventures.org Our award winning specialty camps are themed and designed to gets kids excited about our natural world. It’s all about hands-on experiences from animal interactions, games, wild crafts, and outdoor field trips, to expert guests in the field. Go WILD this summer at Eco Adventures!
GYMNASTICS
Docksiders Gymnastics Millersville, 410-987-8780 docksidersgymnastics.com
Rolly Pollies Summer Camp Severna Park, Crofton, 410-544-9002, 410-721-3780 rollypolliesmaryland.com
Severna Park Gymnastics and Thrive Gymnastics Annapolis, 410-995-8130 Severna Park, 410-709-8130 severnaparkgymnastics.com thrivegymnastics.com 3 years–8th grade SPG and Thrive offer half- and full-day camp options to fit your needs. Children learn new gymnastics skills, make new friends and expend a ton of energy. See our ad on page 19
KARATE & MARTIAL ARTS
East Coast Martial Arts Annapolis, 410-268-1508 Edgewater, 410-798-9696 eastcoastmartialarts.com Summer vacation is a time when parents need to find activities for their kids. This year, why not try our summer camp? Your kids will learn from expert instructors while having fun and making new friends. In other words, it’s the ideal summer experience! See our ad on page 27
Mission Martial Arts Arnold, 410-432-2970 missiontkd.com Mission Martial Arts is a locally owned martial arts gym serving children and adults. We teach Taekwondo, Boxing, Gym Ninjas and Muay Thai programs. We pride ourselves in providing a family-oriented environment and beginners are always welcome.
South River Martial Arts Edgewater, West River, 410-956-7700 srmausa.com
MULTIPLE THEMES/GENERAL CAMP PROGRAMS
AACC—Kids in College Arnold, 410-777-2904, aacc.edu/kic 5 years-12th grade, Before & after care AACC’s Kids in College Camps has something for everyone. More than 200 different camp options held on the beautiful Arnold campus. Week long camps in art, theater, Minecraft, Lego, STEM and more. Join us for some summer fun! See our ad on page 27
AACS Summer Programs Annapolis, Severn, 410-519-5300 x3150 aacsonline.org/summer-programs 3.5 years–12th grade Before & after care At Annapolis Area Christian School Summer Programs we offer innovative programs that provide children valuable growth opportunities in a fun, safe and creative environment. With 50+ programs, we can meet your family’s summer camp needs! See our ad on page 24
Annapolis Recreation and Parks Summer Camps Annapolis, 410-263-7958 annapolis.gov/354/Camp-Information Ages 4-15 Annapolis Recreation and Parks offers more than 50 camps! Activities include traditional day camps with field trips and themed sessions while special interest camps include sports, STEAM, stand up paddleboarding, LEGO®, nature, and new this year, baton twirling! ALL campers will enjoy swimming at the brand NEW Truxtun Park Pool! See our ad on page 24
JUNE 15 - AUGUST 7 Camps for Children 3.5 years - Grade 12
Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks 410-222-7300, aacounty.org/recparks 3 years–12th grade, Before & after care We are the destination for camps and programs with day camps, teens camps, and adaptive inclusive camps, plus specialty camps for the arts, sports, dance, enrichment, aquatics, science and much more. See our ad on page 25
Archbishop Spalding High School Severn, 410-969-9105 archbishopspalding.org Offering both academic and athletic camps. Please see our website for more information! See our ad on page 24
Bright Beginning Children’s Learning Center Crownsville (license# 130684), 410-923-3192 Glen Burnie (license#160256), 410-768-4526 bright-beginning.com 2–5 years Each themed week offers indoor and outdoor activities. Utilizing the large playground, community and special visitors, these activities
Register www.keyschool.org/summer
KEY SCHOOL • 534 HILLSMERE DR. • ANNAPOLIS, MD • 21403 • 443.321.2575
help young children discover science and explore nature and introduce preschoolers to new activities and skills. We offer full and part time care. See our ad on page 39
Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Annapolis, Pasadena, Severn, 410-263-2542 bgcaa.org
Camp Wabanna Edgewater, 410-798-0455, campwabanna.org 4–13 years, Before & after care Camp Wabanna is a non-denominational Christian camp. Wabanna offers an actionpacked schedule filled with a wide variety of team building activities, group games, low and high element challenge courses, archery, boating and tubing, sailing, and kayaking. See our ad on page 13
Edinboro Early School Summer Program Severna Park, 410-544-2476 2 years–2nd grade edinboroearlyschool.org Running for nine weeks, we feature a single, multifaceted topic and culminate with a luncheon program. Weekly “water days” and two weeks of optional swim lessons. See our ad on page 39
Elks Camp Barrett Annapolis, 410-224-2945 elkscampbarrett.org, 9 years-13 years ECB offers the opportunity for campers to choose from an array of special programs including swimming, archery, nature study, camp fire programs, crafts, hiking, zip line, woodworking, and ice cream making. See our ad on page 39
Grannie Annie’s Summer Program Pasadena, 410-255-0478, granniecare.com 5 years–5th grade Full-day summer camp for school-agers with daily outside activities. Local field trips include swimming, bowling, Jazzercise, yoga, movies and park. Other field trips have included Bricks 4 Kids, Pirate Adventures, Annapolis Maritime Museum, and Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. See our ad on page 39
Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School Summer Camp Bowie, 301-464-3215 htrinity.org/summer-camp 4 years–9th grade, Before & after care Come be a part of the excitement! Celebrate
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traditional day camps explore one (or all!) of our 6 weekly theme camps.
jumpstart Camps discover the world of learning at severn, with hands on experiences in a wide variety of academic areas.
specialty camps find a new passion with a weekly theme camp designed to spark imagination and let creativity soar.
sports camps learn and sharpen your athletic skills in a challenging but instruction-rich environment.
dates june 22 through july 31 ages preschool through grade 12 Register bit.ly/summeratsevern2020 email summer@severnschool.com
Camp SPRFC
swimming ◆ outside games ◆ team sports ◆ indoor fitness games ◆ team building activities ◆ arts & crafts AN ACTION PACKED DAY OF CAMP June 22- August 21 ◆ Ages 5-12
TO REGISTER: https://sprfc.com/fitness-childcare/camps/ RhonaSPRFC@gmail.com (410) 987-0980 8514 Veterans Highway • Millersville, MD 21108
Time Travelers Mad Science The Amazing Race Animal Planet Adventures in Art Color Wars The Best of the Best CAMP THEMES
2020 Summer Camps
Coding & AI Dance & Cheer Skills for Success Engineering Football Field Hockey Ice Hockey Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Cross Country Baseball Softball Girls Lacrosse Boys Lacrosse Boys Basketball Girls Basketball
For more information: archbishopspalding.org 410-969-9105 8080 New Cut Rd, Severn, MD 21144
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Maryland state-licensed traditional and specialty camps with before and after care available! Camps also include swimming at the brand new Truxtun Park Pool! Skate, Fencing, Rock Climbing, Boxing, SUP, Mixed Sports, LEGO®, Dance, Nature, STEAM and new this summer, BATON TWIRLING!
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Camps held in Severn and Annapolis. We welcome campers of all families and faiths. Tours available by appointment!
Indian Creek School Summer Camp Programs Crownsville, 410-923-3660 indiancreekschool.org Before & after care, 3 years–12th grade Our summer program offers the fun and exciting adventures. From STEM to music to art, swimming, and outdoor adventures, performing arts, and sports, ICS will be sure to provide a well-rounded and exciting experience for all! See our ad on page 4
Summer at KEY - Key School Annapolis, 443-321-2575 keyschool.org/summer 3.5 years–12th grade, Extended Care available Key creates a safe, stimulating and engaging environment for all campers. Spend the summer learning, creating, and having fun with friends. With over 150 camps, this is your child’s key to summer fun. Both half- and full-day options available. See our ad on page 22
Summer at Saint Andrew’s Day School Edgewater, 410-266-0952 summer.standrewsum.org 3 years–14 years, Before & after care Summer at Saint Andrew’s offers an unforgettable summer of fun. Get ready to discover, create, and play as we travel through time, build exciting worlds, become pirates, and do superhero training. Programs run June 15-August 7, 9am-3:30pm, with half-day options for younger campers. See our ad on page 27
Severn School— Summer at Severn Severna Park, 410-647-7700 x2344 severnschool.com 3.5 years–5th grade, Before & after care Severn Day Camp provides a safe and stimulating environment for students as young as age 3.5 through those entering fifth grade. Our weeklong sessions are made up of fun and educational activities centered on a different weekly theme. See our ad on page 23
St. Margaret’s Day School Summer Camp Annapolis, 410-757-2333 stmargaretsdayschool.org 2 years–10 years, Before & after care Join us from June to August at our fun-filled day camp! Every two weeks we will have a new exciting camp theme with crafts, projects, games, science explorations, and more. See our ad on page 18
St. Martin’s Lutheran School of Annapolis Summer Camps Annapolis, 410-269-1955 stmartinsonline.org 3 years–8th grade Please visit the website for various fun summer camp options from PreK 3 years old to 8th grade. See our ad on page 17
St. Paul’s Lutheran Summer Camp Glen Burnie, 410-766-0591, stpaulsgb.org
Summer Fun in-the-Field at St. Martin’s Severna Park, 410-647-7055, stmartinsmd.org
Woods Child Development Center Severna Park, 410-647-9168, woodscdc.org
The Y in Central Maryland Arnold, Pasadena, Camp Whippoorwill ymarylandcamp.org, Ages 5-16 Discover your true nature at Y Camp! Archery, swimming, exciting themes, crafts, hiking, & more. Transportation available. Weekly sessions June 22 - August 28. Free morning and afternoon extended hours, sibling discounts and financial assistance available. Register today at ymarylandcamp.org! See our ad on page 17
YMCA Camp Letts Edgewater, 410-919-1410 campletts.org
Music Together Chesapeake Annapolis, Crofton, Severna Park 301-262-9538 musictogetherchesapeake.com Infants–Kindergarten Engage your child in music-making this summer in a Music Together mixed-age family class. Select a 6-week session or beat the end of summer blues in a 4-week August mini session. Older siblings are welcome! See our ad on page 39
Naptown Sings and Plays! Annapolis, 410-279-3208 naptownsings.com
Priddy Music Academy Summer Band Camps Millersville, 443-988-3970 priddymusicacademy.com
SAILING
Eastport Yacht Club Learn to Sail Annapolis, 410-267-9549, eastportyc.org
KidShip Sailing School Annapolis, 800-638-9192, kidshipsailing.com
West River Sailing Club Galesville, 410-867-WRSC (9772) westriversc.org
SPECIAL NEEDS
Camp Accomplish Nanjemoy, 301-870-3226 melwood.org/recreation/camp 5 years–18 years Camp Accomplish offers options for day and overnight camps, as well as several new
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1st Annual Annapolis Children’s Business Fair
Saturday April 4th | 10am - 1pm KEY SCHOOL(Katherine Hall Auditorium)
20 youth vendors with creative businesses including:
Homemade science kits ∙ Themed Lego Glasses ∙ Specialty T-Shirts with handrawn Anime ∙ Creative Hair Accessories ∙ Quilling Art pieces Custom wreaths and candle holders Custom crystal jewelry ∙ Handmade charms and earrings ∙ Natural teen beauty products (lipglosses)
childrensbusinessfair.org/ annapolis-palmiotto 534 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis Come out & support kids in business!
specialty camp options for children of all abilities. Campers enjoy a variety of different activities including swimming, wall climbing, ropes course, archery, creative arts, canoeing, horseback riding, campfires, talent shows and much more. See our ad on page 31
Camp Attaway Columbia, 410-730-2633, campattaway.org
Verbal Beginnings Columbia, Bel Air, 888-344-5977 verbalbeginnings.com
SPORTS & GENERAL FITNESS
Benfield Sportscenter Millersville, 410-987-5100 benfieldsc.com, 5 years-13 years We play a variety of sports throughout the day. Soccer, dodge ball, kickball, basketball, floor hockey, tag games, volleyball, capture the flag, handball and more! See our ad on page 39
Bowie Baysox Baseball Camp Bowie, 301-805-6000 baysox.com/groups/camps
SUMMER SPORTS CAMPS AT H L E T I C S
BASEBALL BASKETBALL CROSS COUNTRY DIVING FOOTBALL GYMNASTICS LACROSSE ROWING RUGBY SAILING SOCCER SQUASH STRENGTH & CONDITIONING SWIMMING TENNIS TRACK & FIELD V OLLEYBALL WATER POLO WRESTLING
FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF CAMPS AND CLINICS THAT RUN JUNE THROUGH AUGUST, VISIT NAVYSPORTS.COM AND CLICK ON THE “CAMPS” TAB.
Camp SPRFC Millersville, 410-987-0980 sprfc.com/fitness-childcare/camps 5 years–12 years, Before & after care Keep your children busy and active with an action packed day of swimming, outside games, team sports, indoor fitness games, team building activities, and arts & crafts. See our ad on page 23
i9 Sports Central Anne Arundel County, Bowie 410-757-6606, i9sports.com Ages 3 years-9th grade i9 Sports offers an alternative to the hypercompetitive, win-at-all-cost culture that pervades most kids sports leagues today. Through the i9 Sports Experience, we offer families an experience that focuses on fun, safety and convenience.
Navy Athletics Summer Camps Annapolis, navysports.com 7 years–18 years For a complete list of camps and clinics that run June through August, visit navysports. com and click on the sports camp icon. See our ad on page 26
Weber’s Bulldog Basketball Camp Annapolis webersbulldogbasketball.com 6 years-15 years The No. 1 most popular Basketball camp in AA County! Our goal is to make sure every child has fun and learns something new. Learn basic fundamentals and improve team play with drills and competitive games each day. Guest speakers include former Div.1 College, NBA players. All skill levels welcome! See our ad on page 16
THEATER & PERFORMANCE ARTS
Musical Theatre Summer Camp Annapolis, Glen Burnie, 410-837-0971 6 years-15 years musicalartiststheatre.com Two week Broadway-style musical theater workshop. Students learn and practice scenes, songs and dances leading to a fully staged performance. Activities include singing, dancing, acting, costumes and stagecraft. See our ad on page 19
Talent Machine—Camp Gonna Be! Millersville, 410-956-0512 talentmachine.com
ACTION PACKED SUMMER camps
Turn their summer into an adventure. Fill it with new friends, exciting discoveries and fun educational experiences they will love at AACC’s Kids in College summer program.
ART | LEGO | MAKER CAMPS | KINDERGARTEN CAMPS PERFORMING ARTS | ROBOTICS | STEM | AND MORE!
Now enrolling! Secure your child’s spot today. You can choose from a variety of camp sessions available to match your families’ schedule and pique your camper’s unique interests. Find out more at aacc.edu/kic or call 410-777-1182.
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