Summer Camp a
GUIDE Start planning for your kids’ best summer with these great
camps. Most are already filling their spots so check them out with your kids before it’s too late. No one should miss out on fun, friendships and adventure this summer.
Bennett Day Camp Day Camp Ages: Under 6-17 Where: 955 W. Grand Ave., Chicago 312-236-6388 info.bennettday.org/summer-camp It provides an enriching atmosphere that enables campers to develop self-identity, leadership skills and a lifelong sense of adventure. Campers and counselors participate in field trips, team sports, music, arts, scientific discovery and water play in a collaborative culture. Camp Anokijig Overnight Camp Ages: 7-16 Where: Plymouth, Wisconsin 920-893-0782 anokijig.com Located on 396 acres of hills and woodlands, this 96-year-old camp offers the best of both worlds. It’s a traditional summer camp with a long list of daily activities, including fishing, sailing, archery, digital photography, woodworking, yoga and ukulele. Plus specialized camps for horseback riding, shooting sports and adventure challenges.
Camp Ben Frankel Overnight Camp Ages: 7-17 Where: 1206 Touch of Nature Road, Makanda 618-235-1614 campbenfrankel.org This overnight summer camp is for children and teens in search of a welcoming and an inclusive Jewish community. Located in southern Illinois amid the Shawnee National Forest, campers choose from 100plus activities, including aquatics, sports, horseback, arts and STEM. Camp Chippewa for Boys Overnight/Away Camp Ages: 9-17 Where: 22767 Cap Endres Road SE, Cass Lake, Minnesota 218-335-8807 campchippewa.com In-camp activities and out-of-camp wilderness adventures help boys build independence, resiliency, life skills, deep personal connections, leadership and an appreciation of the wilderness setting.
Camp Galileo Day Camp Ages: PreK-10th grade Where: Locations Vary 800-854-3684 galileo-camps.com At Camp Galileo, preK–rising 10th graders engage in hands-on, STEAM-based learning. Supported by staff, kids get inspired to turn their big ideas into reality — and have the fun-filled summer of their lives. Optional extended care offered.
Camp Naper at Naper Settlement Day Camp Ages: Grades 1-8 Where: 523 S. Webster St., Naperville 630-420-6010 napersettlement.org/166/camp-naper Expect a summer full of learning and exploration. Utilizing Naper Settlement’s beautiful 13-acre museum campus as their learning laboratory, campers will go on adventures in history, art, science and more.
Camp Kamaji for Girls Overnight Camp Ages: 7-16 Where: 32054 Wolf Lake Road, Cass Lake, Minnesota 218-556-1805 kamaji.com Kamaji is a safe, kid-centric, fun-filled place to unplug and learn new skills like water skiing, horseback riding or sailing. Girls grow independence and make life-long friendships with people from all over the world. Plus, Kamaji is owned and operated by a local Lake Bluff family.
Camp Nicolet for Girls Overnight Camp Ages: 7-17 Where: P.O. Box 1359, Eagle River, Wisconsin 715-545-2522 campnicolet.com Enjoy a summer adventure in Wisconsin’s Northwoods and learn or perfect water skiing, horseback riding, sports, sailing and more, plus enjoy exciting trip opportunities and leadership training. Traditional three- and six-week sessions are offered, plus one-week specialty horseback riding and water skiing/wakeboarding camps.
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