As a camp director, I have seen first-hand how rewarding camp can be for children. I always feel such gratification when I see campers walking arm in arm or working well as a team. T he first decision parents must make is whether their child is ready for camp. Many children have absolutely no interest in leaving home and going off to sleepover camp. But there is a lot to be said for the experiences a child can have at a sleepover camp.
Children become members of a cabin, and often consider their cabin-mates their new family.
In fact, it is this cohesiveness that creates great memories that last a lifetime. But you know your child best, and only you can determine whether or not he is ready for and able to be in this type of environment. Most general camps offer activities such as outdoor recreational activities, arts and crafts, and music. B efore making a decision, you should visit several sites to evaluate the camp atmosphere, its safety features, its cleanliness, and other areas that are important to you. Equally important, you must try to assess the camp's human component, which will ultimately determine whether your child will have a positive or negative experience.