A Summer Camp for youngsters ages 6 – 16 is a unique American phenomenon. Summer Camps are found throughout the United States usually in areas with forests, lakes, mountains and rivers. They are self-contained communities of various sizes, on 60 to 500 acres. There are typically 100 – 300 staff members who range in ages from 18 – 40 and who work in all areas of camp to support the camp community, helping to make the experience a safe, fun and exciting learning opportunity for campers and staff alike.

Summer Camps have a wide range of facilities and buildings. Indoor facilities may include cabins for sleeping, large, well equipped dining rooms and kitchens and medical facilities and staff to accommodate the camp community.

There are often indoor gymnasiums, art studios and gathering places for the whole community that serve as theaters and game rooms. For staff, there is usually a special area set aside for relaxing and late night activities after the campers have gone to sleep that may include internet and the like. Outdoor areas include recreation facilities for soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, rope courses, swimming areas with swimming pools and/or lakes, some of which offer sailing, water skiing, canoeing and other water sports.

Camps host a myriad of nature activities, such as overnight camping and river walks. There are staff members who help teach youngsters to look at the stars and identify flora and fauna. A camper can learn to play the guitar, dance (folk, modern, jazz and more), paint, mold clay, sing in a chorus and act in a play. There are activities galore and staff members to teach and lead them.

Most of all, Camp is about building a community. It is about establishing relationships with the campers and staff, as well as learning to have confidence and building your self-esteem. Camp is about role models. It is learning about different cultures and experiences. Camp is a healthy, safe and most of all, fun environment.

Oh yes, every staff member works hard, but the work is fun and very rewarding and the satisfaction is great. Camp is not for everyone. But it is for someone who wants to have the adventure of a lifetime, to learn a lot and make a contribution with whatever they have to give.

Links To Summer Camps Sites :
http://www.campsaginaw.com
http://www.cohencamps.org