Camp vamp: alumni of the Kids ’N Comedy program, shown in November 2024. Most of them have also attended the company’s summer camp. ( Photo: Melanie Einzig) This Camp’s a Joke and the Kids Wouldn’t Want It Any Other Way At 14 years old, Willem Vaishville is too young to be admitted to New York City’s liquor-fueled comedy clubs. But despite... News 16 Mar 2025 | 05:34
Camp can be a great way for city kids to experience the great outdoors. ( © Camp Watitoh © Woodmont Day Camp) Six Tips for Finding a Last Minute Summer Camp for Your Child Did you drop the ball on your summer camp research? Don’t worry—there are still some day and overnight camps with availability.... News 06 May 2024 | 03:07
One big benefit of summer camp, according to new ACA study, is it forces kids to take a break from technology while getting in touch with nature. Photo: Wikimedia commons. Results of New five year Study from ACA Outlines the Benefits of Camp Experiences A new American Camp Association (ACA) study highlights the lasting impacts of camp and the ways that quality camp experiences... News 24 Apr 2023 | 03:17
The 92nd St. Y, which has held summer camp for preschoolers at its UES loction for nearly 50 years, says it is adding a two week pilot program in the Hamptons this summer for the first time. Photo: 92nd St. Y 92nd St. Y will Stage Its First Summer Camp in Hamptons in Two Week Pilot Program The 92nd Street Y, New York, which has run day programs for preschoolers for on its UES home for nearly 50 years, said it... News 10 Mar 2023 | 05:02
Aside from a chance to work with lots of other young people in your first serious foray into a summer job, it is well known that acting silly is considered a plus for camp counselors. Photo: Bigstock Why Working as Summer Camp Counselor Is the Best First Job Is your high school or college-aged child looking for a summer job? Working as a camp counselor at a day or overnight camp... News 20 Feb 2023 | 11:05
At 92Y camp. Photo: Jennifer Weisbord Photography 92Y Camps are Open for Business (and Fun) In March of 2020, Lauren Wexler, director of camps at the 92Y, was preparing for another summer of swimming, dancing and... News 15 Jul 2021 | 10:06
An Antidote to Digital Life “Hey Dad,” My teenage daughter beckons, “I was talking to my friend today...” I interrupt her. “Hang on sweetie, were you... Camp Guide 21 Jan 2020 | 03:29
The author with his camp gear. ( Photo courtesy of the O'Reilly family) A Change of Heart As I looked up the steep hills I still heard my mom’s voice echoing through the long, rugged trail. “Don’t worry, it will... Camp Guide 20 Jan 2020 | 03:41
The Sleepaway Decision For parents who didn’t go to sleepaway camp themselves, the thought of sending their child away to camp can seem like a bizarre... Camp Guide 09 Jan 2020 | 10:16
How to Pick a Day Camp Thinking about day camp for your child? A summer spent at camp will provide your children with the opportunity to swim, play... Camp Guide 09 Jan 2020 | 10:01
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