Young People's Day Camps is the largest private summer day camp for boys and girls ages 4-14 in the New York and New Jersey area. Conveniently located in the 5 boroughs, South Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk and New Jersey, Young People's Day Camps has provided fun filled summers for boys and girls for over 37 years. YPDC's philosophy is to "grow" children intellectually, physically and spiritually in a FUN environment! 2-8 week programs are available and each camp is operated by licensed teachers and administrators. FREE Transportation! ...

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California (just north of San Francisco), is America's Largest Sports Camp Network and the licensed operator of The NIKE Sports Camps. It was started in 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. ...

Located at the University of North Carolina - Asheville, in the beautiful Smoky Mountains, the camp is one of the oldest in the country. Constantly seeking 'artistic perfection,' Coach Benson is dedicated to annually refining the camp activity schedule and curriculum. Strong emphasis on teaching, instructing, and coaching is our primary feature. ...

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California (just north of San Francisco), is America's Largest Sports Camp Network and the licensed operator of The NIKE Sports Camps. It was started in 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. ...

Located in the forested hills above the Missouri River, Camp Shawnee is 318 acres of adventure--fully accredited by the American Camping Association. Camp Shawnee has four villages of rustic cabins. Each village has its own restroom and shower facilities. The main camping area features a centralized lighted swimming pool, two-story air-conditioned craft cabin, and expansive dining hall. Camp has miles of hiking trails winding through the forest surrounding the cabins and buildings.

Rent Camp Shawnee! Camp Shawnee is also a favorite destination for many groups in the fall, winter, and spring. School groups, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, family reunions, weddings, YMCA groups, church groups—all enjoy their time at Camp Shawnee.

Contact Us! We invite you to browse through our site and contact the Camp Fire USA Heartland Council office (913) 648-2121, ext. 118 or email campshawnee@kc-campfire.org with any questions. We hope to see you soon!

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Overlooking the banks of the Brazos River, Camp 'N' Fish offers a peaceful setting, giving you an opportunity to relax and enjoy nature's beauty. Located just outside of the beautiful and historic town of Glen Rose, Texas, Camp 'N' Fish offers a nice getaway for you and your family. We have pecan-shaded camping for tents and small RVs. ...

Camp La Jolla is about so much more than weight loss. It's about discovering your full potential, overcoming obstacles, and succeeding on a journey far beyond your expectations. Camp La Jolla is where you will lose weight, gain self confidence, make lasting friendships, experience new and exciting activities, and have the summer of a lifetime. ...

Camp Onaway is a 6 ½ acre island located on The Chain O' Lakes near Waupaca, Wisconsin. Discovered in 1908 and purchased by Mr. S.F. Shattuck in 1910, Onaway has long been a favorite place for boys to spend a week during the summer. In 1973, the first Brigade Girls' camp was held and a new era of camping began. The success of the Girls' Camps ultimately led to the formation of the Girls' Brigade program in 1979.

Since 1908, The Boys' & Girls' Brigade has been camping at Onaway Island looking at the experience as an extension of the drill, leadership and character building programs. Camping provided another opportunity for youth to learn these skills from adult leaders. The objectives remain similar to those of almost 100 years ago, but over those years, the program at Onaway has changed and evolved.

"Roughing It" at Camp Onaway in 1910When Brigade first used Onaway, the camping experience was almost entirely devoted to "roughing it". Getting to the island, pitching tents, ...

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California (just north of San Francisco), is America's Largest Sports Camp Network and the licensed operator of The NIKE Sports Camps. It was started in 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high quality sports education and skill enhancement. ...

Andrew Griffiths, Lafayette College Head Coach, will return for the 7th summer as director of this camp. Coach Griffiths took over for the Leopards in 2007 and led them to the most wins in program history in 2008. The 2008 team earned a #2 seed in the Patriot League and six members of the team earned conference honors. ...