This summer, send your kids for an expedition to Egypt, teach them how to be a superhero or allow them to participate in Shark Week, all without leaving Spartanburg. Yes, these are just a few of the three of hundreds of summer camp opportunities that is being offered in the Spartanburg area this summer.
From “The Hunger Games,” to “CSI,” and “A Neverland Adventure” to a “Great Gatsby Art Adventure”, there are a host of theme camps in offering in this part of South Carolina. You can can enroll your child into a Broadway Boot Camp and see him/her act out scenes from “Wicked” or pack them off to different Revolutionary War Camps every day.
So how do you choose?
“Ultimately, selecting the right camp is a family decision,” said Katie Johnson, Southeastern Field Office executive director with the American Camp Association.
“If your child feels a part of the decision-making process, his/her chances of having a positive experience will improve.”
“Camp is an experiential education — a classroom without walls. It is a chance for them to grow their cognitive thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and curiosity … as they develop friendships and find mentors; they are able to learn what it is like to be a part of a community. And all of this happens while kids are still being kids —employing the power of play, laughter and physical activity.”
Parents can visit Camp Navigator or ACA’s“Find a Camp” database for additional advice on selecting the right type of camp for your child.
