Most camps offer a daily mix of required and camper-selected activities, with the ratio of one to the other depending on the particular day or residential camp. An example of a required activity might be instructional swimming, and a selection smorgasbord might range from archery and nature crafts to pottery and waterskiing. Besides appealing to different interests and varying attention spans, the wide selection introduces kids to the process of making choices, gives them the opportunity to try something new or get better at something they really like, and fosters a sense of responsibility for their schedule.
Parents and students share their experiences at camps. Read about life at camp in
The Experience.
