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Three campers enjoy Shabbat services at Surprise Lake Camp.

The Positive Impact Summer Camp Can Have on Jewish Identity

Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

If you’re considering sending your child to summer camp, you might have priorities like fresh air, exercise, socializing, and healthy…

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Lean Into Summer Camp Gains This School Year

Lean Into Summer Camp Gains This School Year

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

It’s not unusual for kids to groan and grouch a bit about going back to school each fall — and…

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If Kids Can Get Homesick, Can Parents Get “kidsick”?

If Kids Can Get Homesick, Can Parents Get “kidsick”?

Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Category: Camp Families

Summer camp can be an exciting and transformative experience for kids: it offers opportunities for personal growth, independence, and unforgettable…

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Empower Your Child for Sleepaway Camp Growth

Empower Your Child for Sleepaway Camp Growth

Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Category: Camp Families

Summer camp is an excellent opportunity for children to develop practical new skills, make friends, and gain independence outside of…

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Conquering Separation Anxiety for a Successful Camp Experience

Conquering Separation Anxiety for a Successful Camp Experience

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Category: Camp Families

Your plans are set: it’s almost summer, and sleepaway camp drop-off day is quickly approaching. Although attending summer camp can…

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How to Choose the Right Sleepaway Camp for Your Child

How to Choose the Right Sleepaway Camp for Your Child

Thursday, April 20, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

If you’ve decided to send your child to summer camp, pat yourself on the back: you’re making an excellent parenting…

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How to Get the Most Out of Touring Sleepaway Camps

How to Get the Most Out of Touring Sleepaway Camps

Monday, April 10, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

Are you contemplating sleepaway camp for your child? You’ve likely heard several camp names floating around and may feel you…

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Attending Camp with Friends from Home

Attending Camp with Friends from Home

Thursday, March 23, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

Are you on the fence about sending your child to camp with a friend from home? It’s a difficult decision;…

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6 Tips for Parents of First-Time Overnight Campers

6 Tips for Parents of First-Time Overnight Campers

Friday, February 3, 2023
Category: Camp Families, Why Camp?

If your child is anywhere between six and twelve years old, congratulations: they’re at the prime age for attending an…

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What Happened When My Daughter Went to Sleepaway Camp for the First Time

What Happened When My Daughter Went to Sleepaway Camp for the First Time

Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Category: Alumni, Camp Families, Why Camp?

This post by SLC alumna Nancy Johnson Horn, was originally posted on The Mama Maven blog. In 2019 I sent…

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