Looking Back on a Successful Summer 2021 at Shibley Day Camp
October 07, 2021
In the blink of an eye, one of the most challenging summers I have experienced during my tenure at camp has come to an end. That being said, it was a...
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How Summer Camp Develops Leadership Skills
October 05, 2021
When you think of great leadership, what attributes come to mind? Communication, teamwork, problem solving, and conflict resolution are some of the fi...
Child Anxiety at Summer Camp
September 03, 2021
Anxiety in children can be scary. They often don’t have the words or experience to know or explain what is going on inside their brains, and it can le...
Why Choose a Co-ed Summer Camp?
August 06, 2021
There are a number of benefits to both co-ed and single gender camps, but a distinct benefit of a child attending a co-ed camp is its similarity to th...
Sports Camp vs Traditional Sleepaway Camp
July 04, 2021
What is the difference between a sports camp and a traditional camp? There are a wide variety of camps for children to attend during the summer and ta...
How Do Summer Camps Encourage Children to Pursue Excellence?
June 11, 2021
While one of the most important aspects of summer camp is the opportunity for children to decompress after long school years and relax, another benefi...
What Will Summer 2021 Be Like at Summer Camp?
May 14, 2021
One of the most pressing questions for campers and parents coming into summer 2021: “What will summer camp look like this year with COVID-19?” There’s...
Why Do Kids Need Time Outside? What Are the Benefits?
April 09, 2021
In an age where a large amount of time is spent indoors for kids, or when living in a larger city, and even more now when social gatherings and outdoo...
Why Do Kids Need to Get Out of Their Comfort Zones?
March 12, 2021
Where we feel comfortable is where we feel safe, whether that be a place, a mindset, or an activity – but where we leave that comfort zone is where we...