Advice for a First-Time Camp Parent
October 21, 2022
I’m a camp director and I’m also a camp parent. My husband, Eric, and I run Camp Akeela in Vermont and I was pregnant with our older daughter the fir...
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independence
Is My Child Ready for Overnight Camp? Seven Questions to Consider.
October 12, 2022
You’ve started your research and have began looking at overnight camps. You’re excited, but unsure if your child (or you) are really ready. We get it....
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...
Challenging Our Youth: The Importance and Value of Taking Safe Risks
January 05, 2021
In the camp industry, we often use words like “safe” and “nurturing” to describe our camp communities. While camps certainly are safe and nurturing pl...
Welcoming New Campers to Overnight Camp
December 31, 2020
From the moment your daughter steps off the bus, she will be welcomed with open arms to Camp Danbee! New campers integrate beautifully into our camp f...
Why You Should Send Your Child to Camp Akeela
December 22, 2020
Camp Akeela is a traditional New England coed overnight (sleepaway) camp in Vermont that is designed specifically for “quirky” kids. Within a well-rou...
Why You Should Send Your Child to Beyond Akeela
December 15, 2020
Beyond Akeela is a unique summer program for neurodiverse teens preparing to transition to college. It blends the social connection found in a traditi...