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Campers at Hiram House learn Western horseback riding skills in the summer at Hiram House Camp.

Photo by Courtney Guzy

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CAMPERS AND STAFF PARTICIPATE IN COLOR WARS EACH SUMMER AT HIRAM HOUSE CAMP. PHOTO BY COURTNEY GUZY

HOW CAMPS HAVE ADAPTED TO COVID-19 GUIDELINES AND WHAT THEY’RE PLANNING FOR HAVING KIDS ON PROPERTY IN 2021

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y this time last year, many parents had begun thinking about their kids’ summer plans. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, camps and summer programs had released their registration information for those looking to get an early-bird spot.

By the time March rolled around and the COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread closures, most camps either went to a virtual format, limited the number of campers or didn’t run at all.

“We refunded everyone and hunkered down,” says Dave Devey, camp director and owner of Falcon Camp in Carrollton. “We stayed in touch with our camp families, and hopefully this year all of us will be better prepared to deal with things by summer time.”

By Angela Gartner Camps directors are starting to organize and plan to see kids on their grounds.

2020 RETOOLING

Last summer, the American Camp Association (ACA), a national accrediting body for camp experiences, joined forces with the YMCA of USA to create a camp operations field guide for implementing Centers for Disease Control guidelines.

Courtney Guzy, executive director of Hiram House Camp, says her facility created its own COVID manual with information from the ACA field guide and the local health board.

“We made the decision to not run overnight camps (in 2020),” Guzy says.

“We just ran the day camp program — social distancing, wearing masks and used

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every ounce of space we had.” Each camper was in small groups, which had their own separate bathroom and building. There was no co-mingling among other campers.

“We didn’t do group meals or cookouts,” she says. “We hired additional housekeeping, everything was cleaned all day long, such as high-touch points. We had tons of PPE and masks — there were a lot of modifications.”

GOING BACK IN 2021

At Falcon Camp, Devey’s staff have been working on how to better serve their campers and are planning for camp’s return this summer.

“We have every intention of running as close to normal as possible with the realization of defining a new normal at least for

HIRAM HOUSE CAMP TEACHES SEVERAL OUTDOOR CLASSES INCLUDING ARCHERY. PHOTO BY COURTNEY GUZY

the foreseeable future,” he says. “We are looking at all the guidelines out there both from the state of Ohio, our own medical experts, and guidance from ACA. We will follow the experts to create a safe environment (for campers).”

Guzy says Hiram House staff are reflecting on how they ran day camp last year and how to improve, but they also plan to add the overnight option.

“We anticipate running overnight camps, but just a little smaller,” she says.

Overnight camps are considering changes like adding distance between camp bunks and having small groups of campers and staff with limited or no interactions with other groups. How to safely host meals is also a concern they’re working on.

“It will be more paper and throw away products,” Devey says of the mealtime changes. “We usually try to avoid throw-aways from an environmental standpoint.”

However, camps understand the importance of kids going back, especially during a time where many might have spent hours in front of their screens.

“I truly believe the outdoors and fresh air led us to having a good summer last year,”Guzy says. “Kids need social interaction now more than ever — to unplug from technology. They have to reconnect with nature, be a kid and run around, and enjoy a sense of normalcy. These kids missed an entire year of their life of being with their friends and having positive interactions.”

What Parents Should Do

For parents who are looking to get their kids back to camp this season, here are some things to do to prepare: 1. Do your research. Camps might be offering different or limited registration options this year.

2. Talk to your children. This year more than any other would be time to get them involved in the camp decision-making process. Make sure to inform them about what camp might be this year. Camps could require masks, hygiene protocols and smaller groups. Prepare them that camp might look different this year, but there are plenty of opportunities to have fun and socialize safely.

3. Be flexible. With the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic, look for camp policies about refunds or deadlines of cancellations if someone falls ill. The camps will also keep you informed of changes that might occur due to state policies.

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By Angela Gartner

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rom day camps to overnight camps, summer programs have been a staple in many families’ lives. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, kids had to stay close to home, many on their screens, not seeing friends or doing typical activities — and spending lots of time with their parents or siblings.

Many camps, such as J-Day Camps and Camp Wise from Mandel Jewish Community Center in Beachwood, decided not to offer in-person programs but hosted virtual camps in 2020.

Abbey Phillips, director of day camps and youth services at Mandel Jewish Community Center, says you can’t replicate everything online.

“We had over 130 virtual participants and we made sure it was meaningful,” Phillips says about the 2020 programing, but she adds being social is what makes camp special. An in-person experience will return for the 2021 season.

Parents should measure the camp by all of its aspects, including what types of camp activities best meet their child’s needs.

“Families know how crucial camp is, and we are seeing families sign up that we haven’t before,” Phillips says. You have to look at your expectations for summer. We know that there are some families who are more interested in (certain specialty) skills or other families’ priority is in the camp experience.”

FAMILY WORRIES

Many program directors have been preparing for the extra mental health issues that could arise from camp’s return.

“The mental health of children, the mental

health of parents, can’t be overlooked,” says Dave Devey, camp director and owner of Falcon Camp in Carrollton. He knows many families experienced the strain of being at home for nearly a year due to the pandemic, restricted on what they can do before and after school.

While general anxieties are typical when it comes to camp — such as leaving home or meeting new people — some campers might be dealing with extra worries.

Devey says his administrators and staff have been training, with an emphasis on giving staff tools and strategies to recognize and deal with emotions and behaviors children may display due to the pandemic.

“We are preparing for some of the situations and how we can help the campers,” he says, adding that while he thinks going to camp is important every year, it’s even more vital this year. “There have been few avenues children can socialize, lay back, relax and enjoy themselves and have fun in an environment that practices social skills, being competitive and encourages them to try new things. They get away from home and electronics, and camp allows them to be themselves.”

It’s just not kids who might have concerns.

Parents who are used to having their children at home, in a safe environment, may feel nervous about sending their kids to camp.

“There is a real anxiety about the unknown,” Phillips says.

Many camp directors are reaching out to parents in different ways to provide support.

“It’s not just the physical safety to make sure they are safe at camp, but emotional, and that goes for parents as well,” Phillips says. “Un-

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derstanding this is a challenging time through consistent, transparent communication.”

In fact, the J-Day Camps have been providing monthly Zoom camp chats for parents to ask questions.

“We have been running these monthly chats to update where we are and we have a lot of questions about safety,” Phillips says.

Devey says there has to be a level of trust involved.

“Part of what we do is set up a network with other camp families,” Devey says. “Parents can call me any time they want if they have questions or are nervous, worried or have a level of anxiety. There is nothing wrong about having a bit of anxiety about camp. You need to have open lines of communication and what steps we are taking with your child. Parents can let us know if there’s something going on at home that would impact their camp experience so we know when he or she arrives we will be one step head of the game and they can have a successful camp stay.”

Due to possible heightened anxiety, he adds, the camp plans to do more than the usual icebreaker and other social skills activities with the cabin groups.

“To create more of these (social) situations in the beginning of each session to settle everyone down,” he says.

“I think during this time we are feeling the effects of the pandemic on our physical and mental health,” Phillips says. “(Camp is) this ray of hope and return to the normalcy we all need. To make memories and have moments to help us feel whole. The pandemic has taken a lot from (the kids). We have a chance to give summer back.”

DAY CAMPS & OVERNIGHT CAMPS

YMCA of Central Stark County & YMCA Camp Tippecanoe www.ymcastark.org

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Kick off your child’s summer adventure at Adrenaline Monkey. The facility is equipped with four ninja warrior-style obstacle courses, various rock climbing features, an aerial ropes course with more than 20 obstacles, and an arcade — all to quench the thirst for adventure. The camps include programming designed to develop our campers’ physical and mental attributes through empowering experiences on our adventure courses and climbing walls. adrenalinemonkeyfun.com

AKRON ARTWORKS

Akron ArtWorks, a family-owned art studio, offers fine art instruction for children, teenagers and adults.

This summer we are offering half-day and full-day art-themed camps. Need extended care? We have that too. Camp themes include painting, 3D sculpture, upcycling, fantasy and art exploration. The studio’s teaching philosophy emphasizes the artistic process, teaching students to focus on exploration and skill development, so the final product can be a true expression of their unique point of view. 330-983-9983, akronartworks.com

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BECK CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Beck Center offers classes at the Lakewood campus, as well as online in dance, theater, visual arts, and private music lessons. Students of all ages and abilities learn as they create unique works of art, discover hidden talents, and have fun. We have something for every interest and every skill level. Looking for entertainment? Beck Center is streaming virtual productions! Please call 216-521-2540 x10 or visit beckcenter.org/education-programs for more details today.

CAMP ASBURY

For 63 years, forming faith and connecting people to nature.

Resident camp for grades 1-12: June 20-July 30. Program Info at campasbury.org; or phone: 330-569-3171. Summer 2021 explores life-giving soil as a means of God’s grace.

Camp Asbury’s priority is to keep campers and staff safe and healthy. Recommended COVID-19 practices and precautions will be in place. Register online for one-week sessions at eocsummercamps.org. A ministry of the United Methodist Church welcoming all.

CAMP CURIOSITY: SUMMER SCIENCE CAMPS, GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER Help your kids ‘Stay Curious’ over summer with engaging, hands-on fun at Camp Curiosity, offered in both at-home and at-the-Science-Center versions! Camp Curiosity features more than 25 new camps, and unforgettable adventures, for kids in grades K-8. Visit GreatScience.com or call 216-621-2400 for details. Presented by Timken.

CAMP FITCH YMCA

Camp Fitch’s century-old classic sleepaway summer camp provides kids, ages 6-17, with a safe, values-driven community where they discover friendship and achievement. Kids feel like they belong among the camp’s carefully vetted, committed and caring staff, who create transformative experiences on the shore of Lake Erie. Through partnering with the Erie Health Department and health care professionals, we have designed a safe environment to make kids better, forever.

Visit campfitchymca.org

CAMP HO MITA KODA

Camp Ho Mita Koda is a coed summer camp for kids and teens with Type 1 Diabetes. Located in Newbury, Ohio, the overnight, day and family camps welcome boys and girls in grades K-11 for one-week adventure-filled sessions.

Activities include canoeing, kayaking, paintball, challenge course, rock climbing, swimming, archery and so much more.

Founded in 1929, Camp Ho Mita Koda is the oldest operating summer camp in the world for kids with T1D. camphomitakoda.org

CAMP INVENTION

Energize your kid’s creativity and confidence with our new Camp Invention program, Recharge! During this nationally acclaimed program campers in grades K-6 will collaborate with friends in hands-on, open-ended STEM challenges.

They’ll take apart a microphone to explore its inner workings, build and test a device to launch rubber ducks, and design morphing vehicles for the Super Road Rally! Each activity is designed to inspire curiosity, spark imaginations and give your young innovator the best summer ever. invent.org/local

CAMP JCC

Sign up for as many camp programs and weeks as you wish.

Different weekly experiences allow campers to discover new hobbies and explore favorite interests. Specialty camp offerings include a variety of sports, creative arts and STEM activities. Whether you choose a specialty or traditional camp, all campers attend from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. daily (aftercare available). Daily activities include swimming, art and games.

Available for ages 6-13. June 7-Aug 13. shawjcc.org/camp-j

CLEVELAND CITY DANCE

Watch your child’s eyes sparkle. You will love how they blossom in confidence, balance, poise, and skills.

Nurturing and inspiring small classes guarantee personalized attention and develop friendship.Themed Camps for ages 3 to 8 such as Under the Sea, Sleeping Beauty, Peter & the Wolf and more include an art project! Camps for ages 8 and up master technique with friends in ballet, pointework, jazz, modern, conditioning, choreography and classical variations, dance history & film and more. Adult and children individual classes are also available. Sessions run June - August.

216-295-2222, info@clevelandcitydance. com

CODE NINJAS CAMPS

Unleash your child’s inner ninja. Code Ninja camps offer an immersive environment for kids to explore and develop new skills, gain confidence, and have fun with friends. Transform your child’s love for technology into an exciting learning adventure. Guided by their team of Code Senseis, Code Ninjas Camps empower kids to gain valuable tech skills and make new friends. From coding and game building, to STEM and 3D printing - it’s an unforgettable experience! codeninjas.com

CORNERSTONE OF HOPE

Cornerstone of Hope offers two camps for grieving children and teens where they will participate in age-appropriate grief activities led by professionals, play fun high-energy games and experience challenging activities in a safe environment. Campers are encouraged to explore their grief, learn essential coping skills and make friends with peers who are also grieving. 216-524-4673, cornerstoneofhope.org

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Year Founded

Beber Camp

Mukwonago, Wis.

(262) 363-6800 bebercamp.com

1976

Beber Camp is an overnight Jewish summer camp on the beautiful shores of Lake Beulah in southeastern Wisconsin. Campers enjoy a wide variety of activities.

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Camp Asbury

Hiram, Ohio

(330) 569-3171 campasbury.org

1957

Six, one-week sessions of residential, co-ed, small group camping on a beautiful 450-acre site.

Emphasizing faith development, community building, and a classic camp experience in the outdoors.

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Camp Ben Frankel

Belleville, Ill.

(618) 235-1614 campbenfrankel.org

1949

Inclusive Jewish camp with overnight and virtual options. Campsite in Southern Illinois amidst Shawnee National Forest. 100+ activities. Earned press for quality programming during COVID.

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Camp Burton

Burton, Ohio

(440) 834-8984 campburton.org

1956

Attractions include swimming pool, zip line, rock walls, low ropes courses, archery, rifles, hay rides, thunder tube slide, wooded trails, canoeing, paintball and more.

Grades K-12

Camp Canopy

Zanesville, Ohio

(888) 388-7337 campcanopy.com

1957

Camp Canopy is the perfect mix of traditional camp activities – like hanging out around the campfire, breaking a leg in the talent show and dancing the night away.

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Camp Ho Mita Koda

Newbury Township, Ohio

(440) 739-4095 camphomitakoda.org

1929

Camp Ho Mita Koda is a coed summer camp for kids and teens with Type 1 Diabetes. Our overnight, day and family camps welcome boys and girls in grades K-11.

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Camp Luz

Orrville, Ohio

(330) 683-1246 campluz.com

1953

Camp Luz is a Christian camp offering overnight programs in beautiful Wayne County.

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Camp Roosevelt Firebird

Bowerston, Ohio

(216) 849-9395 camproosevelt firebird.com

1918

Campers have fun, make amazing friends and experience personal growth. Campers choose their own activities: waterfront, arts, adventure, sports, farming and more.

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Camp Wise

Beachwood, Ohio

(216) 593-6250 campwise.org

1907

Since 1907, Camp Wise, part of the Mandel JCC of Cleveland, has helped campers build confidence, develop independence and gain greater self-esteem, while being immersed in a welcoming and engaging Jewish environment.

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Camp Young Judaea Midwest

Waupaca, Wis.

(224) 235-4665 cyjmid.org

1969

Join the CYJ Midwest family, where we provide a fun and supportive environment for our campers to grow their connection to Judaism and to Israel.

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Falcon Camp

Carrollton, Ohio

(216) 991-2489 falconcamp.com

1959

Beautiful lakefront setting with horseback riding, sailing, canoeing, fishing, archery, riflery, drama, sports, crafts, music and so much more. Ohio's premier overnight camp since 1959.

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Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Summer Camp

Peninsula, Ohio

(800) 852-4474 gsneo.org

1912

Summer’s around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your girl’s next big adventure. The best part? All girls are welcome – no Girl Scout experience necessary! gsneo.org/camplife

Grades K-12

Hiram House Camp

Moreland Hills, Ohio

(216) 831-5045 hiramhousecamp.org

1896

Campers experience a variety of activities including high/low ropes, alpine climbing wall, boating, archery, horseback riding, farmstead, arts & crafts, nature studies, campouts and cookouts.

6-14

Jumonville Christian Camp

Hopwood, Pa.

(724) 439-4912 jumonville.org

1941

A fun, friendly, faith-building sleep-a-way program for all ages. Events include sports, adventure, creative & performing arts, mini camps, special needs, family & all around camps.

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Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs

New Franklin, Ohio

(330) 644-4512 gotcamp.org

1924

Rotary Camp takes the typical camp experience and makes it available to everyone, no matter their ability level. We promote independence, exploration and fun.

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Social Skills 360 Summer Experience

Beachwood, Ohio

(216) 223-3070 socialskills360.com

Two-week long camp focusing on socials skills success, led by Dr. Jay Berk, Ph.D. Nonelectronic activities include canoeing, biking, art, water activities and more.

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Wanake Camp and Retreat Center

Beach City, Ohio

(330) 756-2333 campwanake.org

1946

We offer a variety of unique programs. Campers are placed into small groups where groups of six to 12 campers live in community with two counselors for the week.

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YMCA Camp Fitch

North Springfield, Pa.

(814) 969-1332 campfitchymca.org

1914

On our beautiful Lake Erie shoreline setting, learning new skills such as sailing, target shooting and horseback riding give a sense of achievement. Unique experiences for children with diabetes and epilepsy.

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YMCA Camp Tippecanoe

Tippecanoe, Ohio

(800) 922-0679 ymcastark.org/ camptippecanoe

We offer mini camps for first-time campers, adventure camps, horse camps, expeditioner trips, leader-in-training, and counselor-in-training programs!

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YMCA Camp Y-Noah

Green, Ohio

(330) 896-1964 gotcamp.org/campynoah

On 250 acres of woodlands, YMCA Camp Y-Noah offers a variety of programs and experiences for all ages. Try new activities, find your passion, and light the fires of friendship.

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Description of Camp Offerings

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Religious, Cultural or Health-Related Affliation

Genders Served

Cost per Week

Financial Aid

Early-Bird Sign-Up Deadline

Jewish

Co-ed

$1,377

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Christian

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Jewish

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Christian

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Length of Sessions

Specializes in Special Needs

ACA Accreditation

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Monthly/ Biweekly

No

Yes

Yes

5/1/21

Weekly

No

Yes

Varies

Yes

NR

Weekly/ Varies

No

Yes

Co-ed

$345

Yes

5/1/21

Weekly

No

No

NR

Co-ed

$375

Yes

NR

Weekly

No

No

Type 1 Diabetes

Co-ed

$700

Yes

1/31/21

Weekly

Yes

Yes

Christian

Co-ed

$175-$300

Yes

4/15/21

Weekly

No

No

NR

Co-ed

$1,200

Yes

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Weekly/ Monthly/ Biweekly/ Varies

No

No

Jewish

Co-ed

NR

Yes

NR

Varies

No

Yes

Jewish

Co-ed

$1375$1400

Yes

NR

Weekly/ Monthly/ Varies

No

Yes

NR

Boys and girls, separately

Varies

Yes

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Weekly/ Monthly/ Biweekly/ Varies

No

Yes

NR

Girls only

NR

Yes

3/9/21

Weekly/ Varies

No

Yes

NR

Co-ed

$795

Yes

NR

Weekly

No

Yes

Christian

Co-ed

Varies

Yes

NR

Weekly/ Varies

No

No

Special needs

Co-ed

NR

Yes

NR

Weekly

Yes

Yes

NR

Co-ed

NR

Yes

NR

Biweekly

No

No

United Methodist

Co-ed

$500

Yes

5/1/21

Weekly

No

Yes

Christian

Co-ed

$710

Yes

NR

Weekly

No

Yes

NR

Co-ed

NR

Yes

NR

Weekly

No

Yes

NR

Co-ed

$560

Yes

NR

Weekly

No

Yes

Looking for overnight camp opportunities for your child? Start here with our Overnight Camp Finder! Check back in future issues for details about Day Camps (March), Sports Camps (April) and Academic Camps (May).

Are you a camp that would like to be included in future Camp Finders?

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Hot days? Cool fun? Check and check. Sign up for full-day summer camp programming designed to keep campers of all ages happy, engaged and active with creatively themed activities and programs, water fun, cooking, science and so much more. Don’t wait: Reserve your space today. 440-3499111, creativeplayrooms.com

FAIRMOUNT CENTER FOR THE ARTS Go to page C-23 to learn more about the 2021 Camp and Summer Programs Fair.

To register, visit NortheastOhioParent.com

JOIN US FOR A FUN-FILLED SUMMER AT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL! Register today at www.us.edu/summer

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Jump into a summer of fun with Fairmount Center for the Arts! Dance, Theatre, Art and Music! Beginning June 1 through July 30, camps will be offered for preschoolers through grade 8. Camps will be offered both on-site and online and consist of both half-day and full-day options. Camps will include offerings exploring all art forms.

Additionally, multi-arts themed camps will provide a sampling of art forms to children looking to explore a variety of interests through hands-on activities offered in a supportive, caring and fun environment.

440-338-3171, info@fairmountcenter.org, fairmountcenter.org

FAIRMOUNT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Fairmount Early Childhood Center Summer Camp accommodates children entering preschool through second grade. It includes weekly themes, outdoor activities, guest performers, art, water activities and lots more fun in the sun. Seven weeks of camp are offered between June 14-July 30.

Registration is currently open for Beachwood residents and nonresidents. For more information visit the website or contact Camp Director Karen Leeds at 216-464-2600 or email KML@beachwoodschools.org. beachwoodschools.org/SummerCamp.aspx

NATURE CAMP

SPORTS CAMP

BOATING CAMP AND MORE!

Lorain County Metro Parks offers youth camps for kids of all ages! Camps include a wide variety of activities to promote learning, recreation and FUN outdoors! Registration opens on March 1! Camps run from June through July. Call or visit us online for more information or to register!

(440) 458-5121 | LorainCountyMetroParks.com

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Recognized throughout the Midwest as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959, Falcon Camp offers a beautiful lakefront setting, talented, experienced staff and variety of activities. Campers choose their own schedules within the general framework. Most of all, it’s great fun. Special intro for ages 6-9. ACA accredited. At Falcon, good things happen by design. 800-837-CAMP, falconcamp.com

GEAUGA PARK DISTRICT

Geauga Park District’s ninth annual adventure camps come in week-long forms for youth entering grades five through seven the weeks of June 7, 21 and 28, July 12 and 26 and August 1. Youth entering grades eight through 10 may attend the weeks of June 14 and July 19. Single-day “X-Treme Adventures” for the older kids are also June 30, July 14 and July 28. bit.ly/gpdcamps

GILMOUR ACADEMY

Camp Gilmour is back and safer than ever. Join us for Preschool Camp (ages 3-5); Day Camp (ages 5-12); sports camps; and experiential camps exploring nature, fun with drones, Funtastic STEM workshops and more.

Camps offered June 7-August 6. Optional complimentary math and reading enrichment offered each morning for day campers. Before Care available beginning at 7:15 a.m. and After Care available until 6 p.m. Call 440-473-8000 ext. 2267, email summercamp@gilmour.org or visit gilmour.org/summercamp

HAWKEN

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Hawken Summer Programs offer a variety of activities led by experienced professionals for boys and girls ages 4-18. Camps run between June and August. Offerings include Day Camps, Passport Camps, Athletics Camps and Summer Studies.

These opportunities enable children to develop existing passions and discover new ones; they also provide exposure to new people and new skills, which helps build self-esteem, independence and confidence. For more information, contact summerprograms@hawken.edu. Visit hawken.edu/healthy-hawken-restart to learn more about Hawken’s COVID-19 protocols. 440-423-2940, summer.hawken.edu

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LifeCenter Plus Summer Kids Camps are where your children want to be this season for fun and safe activities!

Campers will enjoy weekly themes, onsite adventures, games, crafts, daily swimming, and more. Smaller camp group ratios, in-depth cleaning, and wellness screening protocols provide parents confidence and peace of mind. LCP Summer Kids Camps are available to members and nonmembers, ages 5-13 years. View full camp details, protocols, and registration information online at lifecenterplus.com.

LORAIN COUNTY METRO PARKS

Our park district offers summer camps for a variety of interests, including fishing, sports, outdoor adventure, boating, birding and more. We host camps to serve kids of all ages. For more information on the current plan for camps in 2021, stay tuned to our website. Registration for Lorain County residents opens March 1 via phone at 440-458-5121. Registration for everyone opens March 8 online at loraincountymetroparks.com.

MANDEL JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER

The Mandel Jewish Community Center’s award-winning summer camps are packed with fun and adventure. Playland Day Camp for ages 3 and 4 offers an enriching environment filled with indoor and outdoor play and exploration. J-Day Camps provides campers in grades K-9 opportunities to find themselves.

Campers can select program majors, including creative or performing arts, athletics, outdoor adventure and more. Camp Wise Jewish overnight camp is for grades 2 through 12. Campers enjoy canoeing and archery, arts and crafts, horseback riding, ropes course and more at the beautiful Geauga County camp site with a private lake. 26001 S. Woodland Road, Beachwood. mandeljcc. org/playland, mandeljcc.org/daycamps, campwise.org

NATURE CENTER AT SHAKER LAKES

Swap screen time for nature as you learn and explore in our outdoor classroom. Your child will love our one-of-a-kind, week-long camp experiences taught by teachers and highly trained naturalists. Find an outdoor adventure to inspire an appreciation for our natural world, unlocking a summer full of learning, reflection, friends and fun. Choose from nine week-long camp experiences.

Limited group sizes with virtual and limited contact options available. Shaker Heights, 216-321-5935, shakerlakes.org/camp

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Summer Programs Guide OHIO TUITION TRUST

Summer camps can open new worlds for your child. The same is true for a higher education. For more than 30 years, Ohio’s 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage, has helped families nationwide save tax-free for education after high school. To learn more, explore Ohio’s 529 Plan — The Plan That Can. collegeadvantage.com

SPRING GARDEN WALDORF

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Spring Garden Waldorf School Summer Camps will offer a glimpse into the Waldorf philosophy of education through nature based, hands on, thought provoking experiences! Have you been curious about Waldorf education? Our summer camps are a perfect way to learn more. Camps include: nature-based play group for ages 3-6 and cyber civics for ages 12-14.

Contact Amy Hecky at 330-666-0574/ admissions@sgws.org or visit our website at sgws.org.

SUMMER RUFFING IT!

All camps are Monday through Friday, with six-week and three-week enrollment options, as well as full- and half-day options for our youngest campers. Camp dates: June 21-July 30. Little Explorers (18 months-age 3): 9 a.m.-noon. Summer to Grow Half-Day (ages 3-6): 9 a.m.-noon. Summer to Grow Full Day (ages 3-6): 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Creative Arts & Sciences (grades first through sixth): 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Extreme! (rising seventh through rising ninth grades) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ruffingmontessori.net/summercamp

UNIVERSITY SCHOOL

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University School’s Summer of Adventures combines fun activities with a truly educational experience! Summer 2021 programs include enrichment camps, along with our popular sports clinics and day camps. Most programs will be in-person, held at our Shaker Heights and Hunting Valley campuses, and led by experienced University School teachers and varsity coaches. We offer coed and boys camps for preschool-age kids through high school-age students.

Summer programs begin June 14. Learn more at us.edu/summer.

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Summer Programs Guide YMCA CAMP Y NOAH

Camping with the Y has been a 90+ year tradition in the Akron Area. We have served kids from all over the world providing experiences that have helped shape a generation. Kids of all abilities and backgrounds are welcome at Camp Y-Noah and the Akron Rotary Camp for kids with special needs. Join the tradition where the only screen they’ll need is sun screen. gotcamp.org

YMCA CAMP TIPPECANOE

YMCA Camp Tippecanoe, located on 1100 acres nestled in Harrison County, provides the perfect atmosphere for traditional overnight camp. We are a place for values, learning, skill building, personal growth, fun and adventure.

YMCA Camp Tippecanoe has been providing opportunities for boys and girls ages 6 to 18, to learn and grow since 1958.

Campers enjoy the waterfront on Clendening Lake, hiking, horseback riding and much more! Visit us at: ycamptipp.org for more information.

YMCA OF GREATER CLEVELAND

There’s no place like the YMCA Summer Camp! A home away from home where kids laugh, learn, explore, and grow, all while creating memories and friendships that last a lifetime! The YMCA of Greater Cleveland knows that every kid is different. That’s why we offer camps for your child’s needs. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. Learn about sites, our curriculum and our COVID-19 safety precautions at clevelandymca.org/summer-camp.

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