Teenagers may be allowed to go to sleep later than younger children, and camp counselors are always expected be around while ever the lights are on. Many camps allow counselors up to five days of free time during the course of the summer school break. Many camps are located far from large cities so it is often difficult for the supervisors to socialize outside of the campground. Most programs are designed to sustain and build upon the developmental experiences gained by youths at summer camp. Through educational and recreational opportunities, which in many cases include day trips outside of the grounds, campers are able flourish and benefit from diverse range of activities.
Many teenage kids prefer to join adventure organizations.
These are generally private funded facilities an can be more expensive for parents and campers . Adventure camps include many outdoor activities like watersports, climbing, canoeing etc. The management of camps requires skill and commitment for success. It is estimated that around 6,000 camps are operated by nonprofit groups including youth agencies and religious organizations. These include popular organizations such as the YMCA, ACA camps, Christian and Jewish camps.