Camp Fit Guide

How to choose a summer camp.

The short answer

Start with your kid, not the camp. Pick a camp whose culture matches who your kid is, not whose facilities look the best. The right camp is the one where the director can describe your kid's experience in detail before they have ever set foot on the property. Everything else is marketing.

The mistake most parents make

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The five questions that actually matter

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How to read a camp website (and what to ignore)

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The phone call that tells you everything

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A short list of green flags and red flags

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FAQ

Common questions.

What is the best age to start summer camp?

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Should I send my kid to a single-sex or coed camp?

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Traditional camp or specialty camp?

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How important is the director?

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How early do I need to enroll?

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