How to Choose a Speciatly Summer Camp
Specialty summer camp programs have continued to grow in popularity each of the past several years. In fact, they’re the fastest growing segment of the entire summer camp industry. A “specialty” camp generally focuses on one or more related camp activities (just beach and surfing activities, for example), versus a traditional summer camp which typically offers a more generalized program with activities such as arts & crafts, horseback riding, nature study, sports and games, archery, and dance and drama, among others.
Specialty camps have historically appealed to “older” kids (generally ages 10 or 12) because their lifestyle interests begin to take shape at this age and they become more interested in specialized fields of study or play as they grow. But in recent years, specialty camps are seeing more enrollment from children as young as preschool age whose parents may want them exposed to more specific camp activities than they’d get at a traditional camp.
Like traditional camps, specialty camps offer day or resident/sleepaway camp experiences. (At day camps, children are generally brought to the camp each morning in a bus or van, spend their day at camp, and then return home in the late afternoon. At resident camps, children “live” at the camp — typically in bunks, tents or cabins — for up to several weeks at a time during the summer.)
There seems to be no limit as to the types of specialty camps available. If your child is interested in a specific area of interest, you can be sure there’s a specialty camp designed for them. For example, a recent internet search revealed the following types of specialty camps: beach and surfing camps, cooking camps, boating camps, camps for children with special needs, weight loss camps, boot camps, football camps, general sports camps, ski and snowboard camps, camps for children with cancer, baking camps, tennis camps, acting camps, academic camps, entrepreneurial camps, family camps and camps for twins, among others.
Where’s the best place to start your search for a specialty camp? We always suggest picking an American Camp Association (ACA) Accredited camp, regardless of the type of camp you choose. By choosing an accredited camp, you can be sure the camp meets or exceeds up to 300 best-practice industry standards relating to child safety and supervision, transportation, program and activity scheduling, food service, and more.
The ACA maintains a free Website where you can search for a specialty camp among any criteria that’s important to you such as by type of camp, location, gender, price, and ages served.
Go to http://acacamps.com to start your search. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a beach and surf camp in Los Angeles or a cooking camp in Wisconsin, the specialty camp you’re looking for will be right there on the ACA’s Web site.
Total Resources International 250-Piece Outdoor First Aid Kit in Red EVA Case
- Contains essential items needed in the outdoors
- Moulded EVA carry case
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- ISO 9001 registered company
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This Deluxe 250 piece kit comes in a lightweight, durable, Cordura covered EVA moulded foam case for convenient storage and easy access. Contains the following items: 40 – Adhesive Bandages 3/8″ x 1-1/2″, 40 Adhesive Bandages 3/4″ x 3″, 10 – Butterfly Closure Bandages, 10 – Knuckle Bandages, 1 – Adhesive Tape 1/2″ x 5 yds, 10 – Cotton Tip Applicators, 4 – Finger Splints, 6 – Sterile Gauze Pads 2″ x 2″, 6 – Sterile Gauze Pads 4″ x 4″, 1 – Sterile Trauma Pad 5″ x 9″, … More >>
Total Resources International 250-Piece Outdoor First Aid Kit in Red EVA Case
Coleman 12-Piece Stainless Steel Enamel Flatware Set
- Includes 4 spoons, 4 forks & 4 knives
- Durable stainless steel construction
- Decorative enamel handles
- Dishwasher-safe
- Convenient carry case included
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The Coleman 12-Piece Stainless Steel Enamel Flatware Set contains 4 spoons, 4 forks and 4 knives. Made of durable stainless steel with decorative enamel handles, this Flatware Set is easy to clean and dishwasher-safe. The set includes a convenient carry case, so it’s easy to pack and transport.Product Description
Perfect for family camping trips, picnics in the park, weekends at the cabin, and extra cutlery for the boat, RV, or backyard barbecues, this sta… More >>
Outdoor Camping Equipments
Outdoor camping has gained much popularity over years to have a change from your day today busy life. Some days out away from hectic schedules provide much excitement and recreation options than any other holiday plan. If you plan to have an outdoor camping this season then try finding the best of camping equipment to carry with for the utmost comfortable camping experience.
Outdoor camping equipment accessories come in the shape of camping tents,
camping stoves, camping clothing, hiking boots, utensils, chairs, tables etc. Since the camping places chosen are varied so are the camping accessories that are required for particular needs. Some people like to camp in the plains, some in the mountain areas, some in fields and some in woods. This means that the camping equipment required will depend on the location you have chosen to camp in.
To enjoy the fun and excitement completely, it’s important to carry camping stuff that you will require during your camp stay. There are some hikers and campers who love to camp and discover the most extreme parts of the world. Thus the camping requirements differ from person to person.
So before starting for any camping outdoor buy the things that you will require. To find the best camping equipment its better to find a cheap camping equipment dealer and order the stuff you want to carry along. The light weight tents, portable camping stoves, handy weightless chairs, disposable utensils, sleeping bags, hiking boots, light fabric weightless clothes and other camping accessories can be bought online at t he most discount rates. It is good to carry camping equipment that is too light to so as to give you much freedom while trekking and hiking.
Many types of camping equipment are not cheap to buy and can be afforded only when you have a large budget. Thus you should make a list of items that you cannot do without while camping. Depending upon how often you go for camping, renting camping equipment is a good option. Otherwise if you are a camping freak then having a stock of your own camping gear is worth. Have a great camping experience this season by keeping all your camping requirements toned up.