You must first determine if your child wants a camp experience with a little waterskiing thrown in or a waterskiing experience with a little camp thrown in. If it's the former, then most of the camps in the links below will suffice. If it's the latter, you'll want to do more research in these links to find camps which have strong waterskiing programs, certified instructors, competition ski boats, top of the line equipment, lower camper to instructor ratio, and offer maximum time on the water. Some camps will allow the camper to bring along personal waterski equipment, but it is usually the camper's responsibility to keep up with it. There is a big difference between camps that offer waterskiing and a water ski school .
Some camps work on daily first come, first serve basis or on a seniority program.
When the time slots are filled up, that's it. There are day camps where campers go only during the day for generally for a week or two. There are one and two week overnight camps, and then there are summer camps where the camper stays for the duration of the summer. Close by means more of an opportunity to visit summer long camps and less travel time. If time permits, visit the prospective camp before signing up.