It’s amazing how one simple phrase can have such a dramatically different impact on you as you age.
When you’re a kid, the arrival of summer means it’s time to dump all the random quizzes, notes and discarded M.A.S.H. games that line the bottom of your backpack, bid the schoolyard “goodbye” (because you’ve already forgotten everything they taught you in French class, including the word “adieu”), and embrace three months of luxuriating and living life at your own pace.
When you’re an adult, summer means your commute to work is going to be a little warmer than usual. When you’re an adult with kids, “summer is here” means the clock has run out on state-funded day care and the panic can now fully set in. This is especially true for those of us who work from home.
Last summer, I attempted to work from home with three kids out of school. When I say I attempted to work from home with three kids out of school, I mean I would regularly try to attend to my professional duties in between breaking up fights between my children. I have a newfound respect for the many professionals working in Beaufort County schools who have to deal with this pack of honey badgers I spawned.
So right around the third or fourth time my son burst into my office crying because his older sister had managed to nearly dismember him with a figure four leg lock, I had a sincere heart-to-heart talk with my wife about sending the kids to summer camp. (Well, the conversation eventually turned to summer camp. It started more as her asking me why the children were watching “Doc McStuffins” in handcuffs).
You see, I have fond memories of summer camp, stemming back to that one magical summer I spent at a camp whose name escapes me. My fond memories aren’t what they used to be.
I do remember, however, a horse named Red. This particular summer camp had a dozen or so horses the campers could ride. Then they had Red, a semi-broken monstrosity of a horse who could have very easily carried a family of four and their luggage on his back. No one was allowed to ride Red, but for some reason they were willing to let me give it a go, possibly because as the fattest camper I’d be the funniest to watch if I fell off.
And you know something? I rode that horse. He bucked and he tore across the pen with me clutching on for dear life (at one point, hand to God, he bit another horse while we were riding. I didn’t even think horses did that) but I stayed on. And finally, after he’d finished with his tantrum, Red finally accepted that I wasn’t going to fall off. So he stopped with the bucking and the biting and we just rode.
For a fat kid at camp, it was a rare moment of triumph. All those skinny twerps with their T-shirts that didn’t grow sweat stains the second they went outside, they weren’t fit to ride Red, the demon steed. But me, I had tamed the beast. My weakness became my strength, and it’s a memory that, unlike the name of this particular camp, I’ve held on to.
All of my kids managed to escape the pudgy gene, but every kid should have that moment of triumph. Every kid has a Red out there, just waiting for them to discover and gain strength from. Every kid deserves that memory of summer spent under the stars, that chance to fire an arrow at a target, that well-deserved dip in a cool lake after a day on the trails. Every kid.
Even my kids, and I intend to give them the summer they deserve. Just as soon as I find the keys to the cuffs.

2015 SUMMER CAMPS
Sea Pines Montessori Academy
CAMP DATES: June 16-July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Half-day and full-day options. For campers 18 months old to 5th grade. Camp themes include cooking, science, engineering, dinosaurs and art. Field trips and SPLASH parties are also planned.
COST: $150-$195 per week
MORE INFORMATION: spma.com or 843-785-2534
Sea Pines Resort Junior Golf Camp Presented by Cobra Puma
CAMP DATES: June 22-26 & July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Professionals will help you train like a pros and enhance all areas of your golf game.
COST: $1,650 per person (ages 11-17)
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.seapines.com/golf/instruction/junior-programs/golf-camp.aspx
FUNdamentals Junior Golf Camp
CAMP DATES: 9 a.m.-noon June 29-July 1, July 6-8, July 20-22, Aug. 3-5 and Aug. 10-12
CAMP DETAILS: Three-day camp for young golfers will cover fundamentals of the game. Drinks and snacks provided.
COST: $250 per student (ages 6-12)
MORE INFORMATION: Reservations are required by contacting Golf Learning Center 843-842-1487
Junior Daily Double
CAMP DATES: 9-11 a.m. Monday-Friday 9-11 a.m.
CAMP DETAILS: Tennis fans will participate in Junior Stroke of the Day and Daily Drills
COST: $49 a day/$224 a week
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.seapines.com/resort_activities/junior-tennis.aspx
Little Tennis
CAMP DATES: 8-8:30 a.m. Monday-Friday for big shots (kids ages 7 to 8); 8:30-9 a.m. Monday-Friday for tiny tots (kids ages 4 to 6)
CAMP DETAILS: Introduce your child to the game of tennis.
COST: $14 a day/$60 a week
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.seapines.com/resort_activities/childrens-tennis.aspx
Smith Stearns Tennis Academy
CAMP DATES: 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday-Friday
CAMP DETAILS: Stroke strategy instructions, match play drills, video analysis with DARTFISH and instructional book or DVD and T-shirt.
COST: $321 per week
MORE INFORMATION: www.smithsterns.com
Kids Karate Classes
CAMP DATES: 6:15-7 p.m. Wednesdays
CAMP DETAILS: Classes taught at Island Recreation Center by McElroy’s Martial Arts Academy
COST: $50 per month and one-time $35 uniform charge
MORE INFORMATION: 843-816-0153
Adult Karate Classes
CAMP DATES: 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays
CAMP DETAILS: Classes taught at Island Recreation Center by McElroy’s Martial Arts Academy
COST: $70 per month
MORE INFORMATION: 843-816-0153
IDEA Studio’s KidzArt Clay Creations; Around the World Art Camp
CAMP DATES: Clay Creations: weeks of June 15, June 22, July 6, July 13. Art Around the World: weeks of June 29, July 20, July 27
CAMP DETAILS: For students in kindergarten through eighth grade. All camps are held at IDEA Studio on Hilton Head
COST: Clay Creations: $175 per child per week. Art Around the World: $175 per child per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-342-5439
South Carolina Yacht Club Junior Tennis Camp
CAMP DATES: Monday-Friday, June 1-July 24
CAMP DETAILS: Children ages 5-14 will learn the game of tennis and enjoy swimming afterward.
COST: Half-day (9 a.m.-1 p.m.): $200/member, $250/nonmember per week. Full day (9 a.m.-3 p.m.): $315/member, $365/nonmember per week.
MORE INFORMATION: sportscenter@scyachtclub.com or 843-681-3100
South Carolina Yacht Club Junior Sailing Camp
CAMP DATES: Monday-Friday, June 1-July 24
CAMP DETAILS: Offered for children 6-17 with 5 program options: Guppies, learn to sail, intermediate, and two Optimist teams.
COST: Varies by program
MORE INFORMATION: mnewman@scyachtclub.com or 843-342-2628
South Carolina Yacht Club Swim Team
CAMP DATES: To be announced
CAMP DETAILS: Young children to 18 years can learn stroke creation and development in a fun and competitive environment.
COST: To be announced
MORE INFORMATION: sportscenter@scyachtclub.com or 843-681-3100
Camp Dig It!
CAMP DATES: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays June 16 & 30, July 14 & 28, August 11
CAMP DETAILS: A professional archeologist will lead this fun program and introduce you to the field of archeology.
COST: $12 per person
MORE INFORMATION: 843-689-6767 ext. 224
Hilton Head Jazz Camp
CAMP DATES: Beginners, June 29-July 2; main camp, July 6-11
CAMP DETAILS: Students will focus on improvisation, theory and jam in small and large groups and spend time at the world famous Jazz Corner.
COST: To be announced
MORE INFORMATION: James Berry 843-321-8174 or contact@hhjazzcamp.com
Challenge Island
CAMP DATES: To be announced
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 5-12 will learn problem solving and creative-thinking tasks.
COST: To be announced
MORE INFORMATION: 843-779-KIDS
Summer Discovery Camps at Coastal Discovery Museum
CAMP DATES: various dates through mid-August
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 7-12 will go on fun adventures with various themes and will explore the Lowcountry!
COST: $30 for museum members and $35 for non-museum members
MORE INFORMATION: 843-689-6767 ext. 223
Camp Treasure Chest
CAMP DATES: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June 15-July 2 (ages 6-12) & July 6- 24 (ages 13-21)
CAMP DETAILS: A camp for children and young adults with special needs.
COST: To be announced
MORE INFORMATION: 843-255-6292
Beaufort High School Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-25 & June 29- July 2
CAMP DETAILS: Learn basketball skills and fundamentals with the Beaufort High School basketball team! Includes T-shirt.
COST: $40 per session/$70 for both
MORE INFORMATION: Registration form online through The Island Packet
Take the Stage Performing Arts
CAMP DATES: June 22-26 & July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Explore music, dance, and drama and create a mini showcase to perform at the end of the week.
COST: $110 per child
MORE INFORMATION: aadams@artshhi.com
Mixed Up Masterpieces Visual Arts
CAMP DATES: June 22-26 & July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Students will study folk and fine art camps from all around the world and a mini exhibition held at the end of the week.
COST: $110 per child
MORE INFORMATION: aadams@artshhi.com
Kids N’ Clay
CAMP DATES: June 29, 30 & July 1, 2 and 10
CAMP DETAILS: Students will learn a variety of ceramic hand building techniques.
COST: $115 per child
MORE INFORMATION: aadams@artshhi.com
FCA Week of Champions
CAMP DATES: June 8-12
CAMP DETAILS: Girls and boys ages 8-12 will learn sports instruction and spiritual growth.
COST: Mondays $15 & Tuesday-Friday $50
MORE INFORMATION: news@southcoastalfca.org or 843-290-9801
Undefeated Sports Camp
CAMP DATES: July 6-10
CAMP DETAILS: Sports coaches will work with professional coaches to combine faith and fun!
COST: $40 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-681-3696
Beth Green’s Sensational Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-19 & July 20-24
CAMP DETAILS: Vocal coaching and drama camps available!
COST: $110 per week
MORE INFORMATION: hhca.org
Summertime Art Camp
CAMP DATES: July 27-31
CAMP DETAILS: Fees include all materials and snacks. Campers will create all day!
COST: $100 (1st-3rd grade) & $115 (4th-6th grade)
MORE INFORMATION: lbarrett@hhca.org
2015 Jazz Clinic
CAMP DATES: June 29-July 2
CAMP DETAILS: Jazz clinic and finale performance on July 2.
COST: $129 per child
MORE INFORMATION: hhjazzclinic.eventbrite.com
Fundamentals & Fun Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-4
CAMP DETAILS: Rising 2nd- through 9th-grade girls and boys will have fun and learn fundamentals.
COST: $110 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 912-659-5291
HHCA Soccer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-18
CAMP DETAILS: Rising 2nd- through 8th-grade boys and girls learn soccer skills from Dylan Curtis.
COST: $110 per child
MORE INFORMATION: dcurtis@hhca.org or 803-237-7306
HHCA Football Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-25
CAMP DETAILS: Rising 2nd- through 8th-grade boys will learn fundamentals to make them better football players and athletes.
COST: $110 per child
MORE INFORMATION: msmith@hhca.org
Sand and Indoor Intermediate/Advanced Volleyball Camps
CAMP DATES: July 13-15
CAMP DETAILS: USC Sand and Catawba Indoor coaches and players will lead the camp and combine sand and indoor training.
COST: $350 per player
MORE INFORMATION: desimone.steve@gmail.com or genia@geniaedleman.com
Indoor Beginner/Intermediate Volleyball Camp
CAMP DATES: July 16 & 17
CAMP DETAILS: Players will learn volleyball fundamentals, develop proper mechanics and gain game experience.
COST: $100 per child
MORE INFORMATION: desimone.steve@gmail.com or genia@geniaedleman.com
ACE Summer Day Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-26 & July 6-31
CAMP DETAILS: Register in advance for fun beach visits, park visits, movies and more!
COST: $600 per session and $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: tmcshane@hhca.org or 843-540-2645
Island Rec All Day Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 9-August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Children in kindergarten through eighth grade can enjoy field trips, activities and a new theme each session at the Island Rec Center Summer Camp!
COST: $33 per day, per child / $165 per week, per child
MORE INFORMATION: info@islandrec.com or 843-681-7273
Boys Summer Lacrosse Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-25
CAMP DETAILS: Camp designed to introduce new players to the game and challenge current players to expand their skills and gain game experience.
COST: $75 per player
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Sailing Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8-August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Beginner and Intermediate sailing to familiarize and expand sailing skills.
COST: $150 per week / $300 for 3 weeks
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Cheerleading Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-25 & July 20-23
CAMP DETAILS: Hilton Head Island High School varsity cheerleading coach Annette Lee leads this fun camp where campers learn cheers, stunts and fun!
COST: $100 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Ballet
CAMP DATES: Saturdays June 13-August 15
CAMP DETAILS: Mallory Eaten will instruct ballet at the Island Rec Center.
COST: $70 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Full Day Junior Golf Camp
CAMP DATES: Tuesdays June 9-August 11
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 8 and up can enjoy a full day of golf at Old South Golf Links!
COST: $150 per clinic
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Girls Summer Lacrosse Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-25
CAMP DETAILS: The Hilton Head Island High School varsity girls lacrosse coach will focus on development and all aspects of the game.
COST: $70 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Half-Day Golf Camp
CAMP DATES: Thursdays June 11-August 13
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 8 and up can enjoy a half-day of golf at Old South Golf Links.
COST: &75 per clinic
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Junior Sailing Camp
CAMP DATES: Wednesdays June 10-August 26
CAMP DETAILS: A four-hour course taught on Hobie Wave catamarans on Calibogue Sound and various sandbars and beaches.
COST: $100 per session
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Roller Hockey Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Learn roller hockey at the Bristol Sports Arena. Bring your own hockey equipment.
COST: $70 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Seahawk Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Boys and girls in 4th-8th grades will learn basketball skills with the Seahawk basketball team!
COST: $75 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Storm Summer Soccer Camp
CAMP DATES: July 20-24
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 5-14 can learn soccer environment and technique from the Storm Soccer Academy.
COST: $140 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Surf Camp
CAMP DATES: Monday-Friday June 1-August 28
CAMP DETAILS: Learn to surf at Burkes Beach!
COST: $60 for one session / $100 for two sessions
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Tennis Camps
CAMP DATES: June 15-18 & July 13-16
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 6-10 will learn tennis at Chaplin Community Park!
COST: $50
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Summer Volleyball Camp
CAMP DATES: July 21-24
CAMP DETAILS: Instructed by Hilton Head Island High School varsity volleyball coach Garret Talarczyk.
COST: $125 per child
MORE INFORMATION: islandreccenter.org
Be an Athlete Camp
CAMP DATES: Monday-Thursday June 8-August 13
CAMP DETAILS: Focus on improving flexibility, core strength, power, speed, ACL injury prevention and more!
COST: $750 for 10 weeks
MORE INFORMATION: lizproctor@yahoo.com
Animal Care Camp
CAMP DATES: July 6-10
CAMP DETAILS: Come out and explore the responsibilities in choosing and caring for pets and learn how to investigate animal-oriented careers.
COST: $185 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
HHP Baseball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-5
CAMP DETAILS: Players ages 6-12 can come out and learn skills and techniques with the Hilton Head Prep team and coaches.
COST: $115 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
HHP Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8-12 & July 20-24
CAMP DETAILS: Boys and girls of all skill levels will do drills that enforce fundamentals, skills and enhance basketball IQ.
COST: $115 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
HHP Cheer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-26
CAMP DETAILS: Learn what it’s like to be a Hilton Head Prep cheerleader and learn cheers and a cheer dance!
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Dolphin Football Camp
CAMP DATES: July 20-24
CAMP DETAILS: Introduce fundamentals and play flag football games!
COST: $125 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Fiber Arts Studio
CAMP DATES: June 29- July 3
CAMP DETAILS: Experiment with felting, using your hands, soap and more!
COST: Half-day $150 per week / Full day $275 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Camp DayZ
CAMP DATES: June 1-July 31
CAMP DETAILS: This camp promotes fun and fair play in sports and campers will also participate in non-competitive activities.
COST: Half-day $115 per week / Full day $190 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Hilton Head Running Camp
CAMP DATES: July 28- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Kick-start a cross country season and focus on the components of successful running.
COST: $325 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Jr. Dolphin Football Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8-12
CAMP DETAILS: Introduce basic fundamentals of the game and conditioning and basic strength.
COST: $125 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Lego Robotics
CAMP DATES: June 1-5
CAMP DETAILS: Students will be engaged in technology, math, engineering and more in this LEGO MINDSTORMS hands on camp!
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
On Stage Experience Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-3
CAMP DETAILS: Beginning theatre students will explore hidden talents, improve communication skills and more!
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
On-Camera Acting Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Beginners in TV/film acting will learn on-camera audition techniques in a fun environment!
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Outdoor Skills Camp
CAMP DATES: July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will learn how to navigate trails without a compass and appreciation for lowcountry wildlife.
COST: $125 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Photography Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-5
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will have a daily inspiration session and then spend the rest of the day working on photography skills!
COST: $300 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Summer Camp with Style
CAMP DATES: July 13-17 & July 20-24
CAMP DETAILS: Girls will learn self-esteem, fitness, beauty, social, nutrition and more in this fun camp!
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Summer Piano Conservancy
CAMP DATES: June 1- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will get piano instruction and supervised practice.
COST: TBA
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Summer Strength and Conditioning Training
CAMP DATES: June 1- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will train for the improvement of agility, speed, power, and more.
COST: TBA
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
HHP Volleyball Camp (beginner & intermediate)
CAMP DATES: July 20-23 (beginner) & July 27-30 (intermediate)
CAMP DETAILS: Beginners will learn to play volleyball through fun drills and intermediate players will improve their skills through drills and strategies.
COST: $150 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-715-8522
Weird Animals Vacation Bible School
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Learn where Jesus’ love is one-of-a-kind and each day will be new and fun for the campers.
COST: Call Island Lutheran Church
MORE INFORMATION: 843-689-5800
Island Art Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will participate in “in-depth” art projects using a variety of media!
COST: $125 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-342-2500
Camp Lowcountry Day
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will explore God’s love and learn more about Jesus through Bible study.
COST: $55 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-815-2273
McCracken Girls’ Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 22-26 & July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Girls basketball camp for rising 3rd-9th graders.
COST: $85 per week and $150 for two weeks
MORE INFORMATION: 843-836-2886
Move and Motion Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Games, dance, cirque, gymnastics and more!
COST: Full-day $200 per child / Half-day $150 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-290-6898
CAMP-CAN-DO
CAMP DATES: June 1- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: This religious camp is put on by Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Achievement School.
COST: $100 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-681-3678
Praise Summer Day Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Camp in Beaufort put on by the Praise Assembly of God.
COST: $100 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-525-1121
Euhaw Baptist VBS
CAMP DATES: June 18-20
CAMP DETAILS: Religious camp located in Ridgeland coordinated by Red Dam Baptist Church.
COST: free to all
MORE INFORMATION: 843-684-0826 or 843-784-6083
Red Dam Baptist VBS
CAMP DATES: June 7-12
CAMP DETAILS: Religious camp for all ages located in Ridgeland put on by Red Dam Baptist Church.
COST: Free to all
MORE INFORMATION: 843-684-0826 or 843-784-6083
iTeams Xtreme Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-18
CAMP DETAILS: Camp operated by SC Governor’s School for Math and Science. Apply online and include student report card.
COST: $185 per student
MORE INFORMATION: 843-616-4048
Sea Island Presbyterian Church Music Camp
CAMP DATES: June 8-12
CAMP DETAILS: Campers entering grades 3-8 will learn and explore music.
COST: $30 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-525-0696
Sea Island Presbyterian Church Vacation Bible School
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Camp is open to students entering kindergarten to 5th grade.
COST: $25 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-525-0696
SOBA’s from Finger Painting to Portraits
CAMP DATES: June 15-19 & July 13-17
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will learn a variety of skills at the SOBA Center for Creative Arts.
COST: $40 per class
MORE INFORMATION: 843-247-2868
SOBA’s Mythical Beasts & Beauties
CAMP DATES: July 7-10
CAMP DETAILS: Students will create unicorns, dragons, ogres, fairies and much more in a variety of media. Ages 9-12.
COST: $120 per class
MORE INFORMATION: 843-247-2868
SOBA’s Putting it Into Perspective
CAMP DATES: July 7-10
CAMP DETAILS: This camp will familiarize students ages 12 and up with the basic concepts of linear perspective and then apply them on their art.
COST: $120 per class
MORE INFORMATION: 843-247-2868
SOBA’s Paper Mache Sculpture
CAMP DATES: July 27-31
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will create a 3D creature and a vessel out of paper mache using a wide variety of materials.
COST: $160 per class
MORE INFORMATION: 843-247-2868
G-Force Vacation Bible School
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: St. Andrew’s by the Sea invites children ages 3-4th grade to come experience God’s unstoppable love.
COST: $10 per child
MORE INFORMATION: 843-785-4711
Future Stars Basketball Camp
CAMP DATES: June 15-19
CAMP DETAILS: Have fun while developing team skills, learning the fundamentals and improving your game.
COST: $100 per child
MORE INFORMATION: fsbcamp@gmail.com or 201-320-5520
The Sandbox Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: June 29- July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Please call for more details
COST: $40 per day (non-member) / $30 per day (member)
MORE INFORMATION: 843-842-7645
French Immersion Camp
CAMP DATES: July 6-17 & July 20-31
CAMP DETAILS: Please call for more details
COST: varies by age
MORE INFORMATION: 843-683-2402
Summer Day Camp: Traditional and Specialty
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Camps held at the YCMA in Port Royal for ages 3-12.
COST: Traditional $85-105 per week per student / Specialty $100-150 per week per student
MORE INFORMATION: ycmabeaufortcounty.com or 843-522-9622
Youth Boating Program
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Safety and on water training at the Port Royal Sound Maritime Center.
COST: $50 per week per student
MORE INFORMATION: ycmabeaufortcounty.com or 843-522-9622
Outside Hilton Head Children’s Camps
CAMP DATES: mid-June to mid-August
CAMP DETAILS: Weekday mornings with a variety of themes centered on fun, exploration of our local environment.
COST: Please call
MORE INFORMATION: 800-686-6996
Horsin’ Around Days
CAMP DATES: Monday, Wednesday, Friday June 15-August 7
CAMP DETAILS: Campers will get hands on lessons and fun horse-related activities.
COST: Please call
MORE INFORMATION: 843-816-7830
Camp Make Believe
CAMP DATES: August 3-7
CAMP DETAILS: Coordinated by the Bluffton School of Dance for dancers ages 3-6.
COST: $165 per week
MORE INFORMATION: 843-815-2619
Boys & Girls Club of HHI Summer Camp
CAMP DATES: Monday-Friday June 15-July 31
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 6-18 will participate in high tech activities and will have academic and educational resources available to them.
COST: $350 per child (family rates available)
MORE INFORMATION: bglowcountry.org or 843-689-3646
Island Gymnastics Camp
CAMP DATES: June 1-August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Ages 4-12 can learn gymnastics in a fun environment!
COST: $35 per child per day
MORE INFORMATION: 843-645-6957
Move and Motion Camps
CAMP DATES: June 8- August 14
CAMP DETAILS: Ten different weekly camps for ages 3-15!
COST: Full-day $200 / Half-day $150
MORE INFORMATION: 843-681-6683