Our programs are designed to meet as many of the developmental needs of our campers as we can. We are here to help children grow, not simply have fun.Ponkawissett aims to increase our campers’ ability to make choices, to try new things, to feel like a part of a community, to feel supported by adults and peers, to gain an understanding and openness of others and their differences, to have their parents be more involved in our community, to act responsibly with honesty and integrity, to express themselves, to gain an understanding of their world, and to gain an awareness of their impact on their environment.



At Camp Ponkawissett, campers have the opportunity to learn and have fun in a beautiful natural setting of ponds, woodlands, and wildflower meadows while making friends with other children from all over Boston and neighboring communities. Your child will become a part of a multi-cultural, inclusive, and diverse community which practices mutual respect. We look forward to welcoming your child into this unique and enriching camp community.



While themes will give a focus to each session, each day will be filled with swimming, arts and crafts, games, nature, and Choose Your Own Adventure program and will be overseen by our caring well trained staff who make Camp [ Pirate Theme Day] Ponkawissett such a special place each summer.ZooCamp is a unique day camp experience for children ages 6–11, held at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo and Stone Zoo. ZooCamp, a collaboration between Camp Fire USA Eastern Massachusetts Council and Zoo New England, has been in operation since 1991.Whether your child is a science buff or just loves animals and nature, ZooCamp is an educational, fun-filled journey which gives children the opportunity to explore the natural world.



Arts and crafts, nature games, environmental activities, and behind the scenes with some of the zoo's animals help teach ZooCampers about our fascinating planet. Through these new experiences, campers develop a strong sense of self, new skills, community pride, environmental awareness and appreciation, and new friendships.