Best Maryland Academic Camps Summer 2025 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Glenelg Country School campers enjoy opportunities to utilize the pool, athletic center, tennis courts, playing fields, theater, outdoor amphitheater, technology labs, pond, outdoor classrooms, and other amenities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Glenelg Country School has been offering quality summer programs for over 30 years. Our Summer programs provide children entering Pre-K4 through grade 12 with a fun and educational experience in a relaxed and safe environment. These programs include traditional, adventure, sport, and specialized day camps and sport clinics. A Counselor-in-Training program is also offered for high school aged students.

Extended day program, bus service, swim lessons, and pool memberships are also available. Our summer programs are staffed by members of the Glenelg Country School faculty, supplemented by other qualified professionals, and assisted by junior counselors; all staff members undergo a criminal background check and we maintain a camper-to-staff ratio of less that 10 to 1.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor in Training Program offers opportunities for older campers to work on leadership skills during the summer, including hands-on activities, team-building, communication, and problem-solving.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 19-July 28, 2017
One week sessions offered.
Check on our website for full listing and pricing information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.glenelg.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Applicants please contact summerprograms[AT]glenelg.org for an application.

CAMP FACILITIES: We partner with park and rec facilities, and other organizations to offer camp in many locations.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We have outstanding instructors. They teach year-round and make the curriculum their own, so that each program is a uniquely fun experience.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Play-Well TEKnologies also offers after-school classes, team building workshops, homeschool workshops, birthday parties and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer many sessions throughout the summer.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always looking for more smart, creative, dynamic Engineering Instructors to lead our enrichment classes, summer camps and birthday parties throughout the year!

Now accepting applications for seasonal Summer Assistants to support our day camps around the country. Learn more here: Our Camp Website Link: play-well.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our programs & courses are now Fully Accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Schools,
Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC)

AlphaStar Academy mainly considers teaching, competition, and education background as well as passion and dedication for the subject when hiring full-time and part-time teachers.

We hire our instructors and TAs from a pool of High School, College, Ph.D. students, school teachers, and University Professors. Our faculty have teaching/coaching/tutoring experience and have expertise in the subject area, regardless of their age.

They have participation and/or training experience in national/international math competitions and Olympiads in Math, CS, and Physics such as USAMO, USACO, USAPhO, IMO, IOI, and IPhO.

They are role models and inspiration for students with their backgrounds and achievements. You can check their bio at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

As being an academy operating more than 10 years we have tens of achievements in national and international contests and olympiads. You can check our achievements at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: AlphaStar Academy is offering Math Scholarships to help young mathletes excel further and achieve their true potential in math.

In 2021, up to $40,000 will be given as course credit. Each winner can use $2,000 course credit for online AlphaStar Math courses/camps for one year.
For details please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: AlphaStar Academy offers year-round courses during Fall and Spring semesters. You can check the details at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy and Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For summer camp details, please visit Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
You can check our position vacancies at Our Camp Website Link: alphastar.academy

CAMP FACILITIES: Arts Room, Games Room, Good Character & Citizenship Room, Gymnasium, Health & Wellness Room, Learning Center, Technology Lab, Teen Center, Workout Room, Outdoor Basketball Court, Soccer Field, and Playground

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: An all around Summer Camp emphasizing on safety, fun, and focusing on Character & Leadership; Education & Career; Health & Wellness; The Arts; Sports, Fitness, & Recreation; and Technology Education.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Junior Leader (Counselor-In-Training/C.I.T.) volunteer opportunities available. Earn Student Service Learning (S.S.L.) Hours

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Discount available for additional siblings and/or registering early

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: -Boys & Girls Clubs provides Before and After School care all year round

-Gymnasium rental available for organized youth sports

OTHER CAMP INFO: GO TO THE FOLLOWING LINK FOR MORE INFO ABOUT OUR CAMP, AT Our Camp Website Link: www.facebook.com (About section)

INSTAGRAM: BGCGWgermantown

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Activities:
-Arts
-Character & Leadership
-Education
-Health & Wellness
-Sports, Fitness, & Recreation
-STEM
-Teen Programs

Ages & Grades:
-6yo - 18yo
-1st Grade - 12th Grade

Camp Dates:
-6/23/25 - 8/15/25

Camp Hours:
-Monday - Friday
-Camp Adventure (9am - 5pm)
-Extended Care AM (7:30am - 9am)
-Extended Care PM (5pm - 6pm)

Annual Membership Fee:
-6yo - 12yo: $50 per child
-13yo - 18yo: $25 per Teen

Weekly Camp Fee:
-First Child: $180 per week
-Additional Child: $160 per week / per child
-Teen Camp: $80 per week/each

-Extended Care AM: $20 per week
-Extended Care PM: $15 per week
-Extended Care AM (each additional child discount): $15 per week
-Extended Care PM (each additional child discount): $10 per week

***Early Registration Discount Available. Discount ends April 185, 2025***
$150 per week / per child

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Date: July 5 – July 14, 2017
Ages: Rising grades 6, 7, and 8
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $800.00: Lunch, snacks, and supplies included.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In Person and Virtual Camp - for students all across the U.S. and other parts of the world.

6 exciting tracks to choose from:

Foundation: Data Science
Master: AI Model building with code
Full Immersion: AI Model and Research
Design Thinking and AI
AI in Business and Entrepreneurship
Beginner: AI with low code/ no code
STEAM in AI Students have the opportunity to work on exciting AI Projects across Industries, Domains and Careers mentored by AI/ ML Engineers and Data Scientists from the Industry.

Exciting News!! STEAM in AI Intensive is coming to Santa Clara University in the Bay Area this Summer. Get a taste of Silicon Valley, Learn AI and do Research. Check out the Commuter and Residential Programs.

STEAM in AI is Developed by former Stanford and UC Berkeley Adjunct Professor, MIT Mentor $100K Entrepreneurship Competition, Data and AI Ethics thought leader from Silicon Valley, Generative AI Ethics Keynote Speaker for the U.S. Military and the California Department of Education.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Students may apply for a need based scholarship. Scholarship is based on a lot of factors including availability of funds. Application does not guarantee a scholarship. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a student living in the U.S., must have a copy of the most recent U.S. IRS Tax Return. Preference will be given to student recommendations by Partner Schools. Our Nonprofit DataEthics4All 501(c)(3) EIN 85-3148963 provides need based Scholarships to Students to participate in the STEAM in AI Program based on the availability of funds.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Start a STEAM in AI Chapter to find all year round opportunities for students to learn artificial intelligence and ethics, leadership and volunteering. Volunteers can even accrue those hours towards the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Learn More: Our Camp Website Link: steaminai.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit the Website: Our Camp Website Link: STEAMinAI.org for complete information

CAMP FACILITIES: Our camp is located at East End Prep elementary and is fully equipped with classrooms and playground equiptment for breaks.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: June 24-28 CSI & BioScience Camp
Register Full Day on our website

BioScience Camp 12 - 3 pm
Explore the outside world! Reduce, ReUse, Recycle. Get involved to learn about biomes, animals, and the earth. Go on nature scavenger hunts and get creative with recycling activities! Get excited about the world around you! Register Half Day on our website

CSI (Crazy Science Investigation) Camp 8:30 - 11:30 am
AKA CSI-Nashville. This is the most fun you can have at a crime scene! Kids collect clues, identify suspects and solve crimes. Tons of cool science experiments with DNA, fingerprinting, fiber analysis, anatomy and much more. Kids will get their own CSI equipment to keep. This camp is hands-on and age appropriate. Register Half Day on our website

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: If your child attends east end preparatory school they are eligible for a $20 off coupon!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We do science parties, shows, and in school field trips

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Prices vary. Check our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.mrbondscienceguy.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Youth should plan to be online 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays, and to work ten additional hours per week on their projects. Most of the scheduled time is for projects but some of it will be for meetings.

Required equipment: A tablet or phone with a front-facing camera. A video camera or DSLR camera will also work.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 16 - June 29

Tuition:
$240 for non-MNOHS students
$180 for MNOHS students--or free for those who qualify

Please see our web site for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.mnohs.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: thenextitgirl.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Tech Lead - curriculum instructors
Non-Tech Lead - tech lead assistant
Community Lead - brand ambassador
Logistics Lead - logistics, packing lead

www.thenextitgirl.org/volunteers

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All camps are run by Ignite Learning Academy, a fully accredited online private school serving students in preschool through grade 12. Camp leaders include faculty, administration, and external experts in the areas they will be teaching.

Around the World Camp
Art Camp: Arts & Crafts with Found Objects
Art Camp: Drawing
Art Camp: Painting
Cooking Camp
DIY/Pinterest Camp
Hawaiian Hullabaloo Camp
JavaScript Coding Camp
Leading Ladies Camp
LEGO Camp
Mad Science Camp
Outdoor Explorers Camp
Scratch Coding Camp
Wizards & Magic Camp
Storytime & Craft Camp

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.ignitelearningacademy.com to view the dates associated with each individual camp.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 19 rustic cabins situated both on the waterfront and in the woods. Tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts as well as soccer and softball fields are available for all campers' enjoyment. Our outdoor chapel, junior olympic swimming pool, and open air pavilion are great gathering places on hot summer days.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wright is an ACA accredited camp and is a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Easton. Founded in 1930, Camp Wright offers summer camps and other programs that develop children of all ages and backgrounds through living, recreating, singing and praying in an environment that promotes leadership and individual growth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have leadership programs for both our Day and Resident campers. These programs include traditional camp activities along with teambuilding exercises, leadership skill development and offsite trips.

Day Camp offer a Leadership Adventure Program for 6th-8th graders.

Resident Camp offers Senior High Leadership, Senior High Adventure Camp, and Senior Camp Session for 9th-11th graders.

The Resident Camp also offers a CIT program where teens who have completed 10th- 11th grade choose two weeks during the summer for their training. One week is spent working in the kitchen for half the day and the other half helping with programming for younger campers. The other week is spent in the cabin with campers and full time staff to really get a feel for what it is like to be counselor.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships and payment plans are available for those in need. Please visit our website for more information

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have many events that happen at Camp Wright that are open to the community. Many area schools have field days here on property and the Christ Church Fall Fest is open to any one interested in crafts, music, food, and games for the family.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to website for information about session dates and fees.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Every summer we hire counselors for both Resident and Day Camp. We also have other job opportunities for those seeking jobs who are under the age of 18.

Please refer to our website for complete employment information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp is held within our simulated on-site town, JA BizTown.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Junior Achievement’s proven lessons in financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurship are shown to positively impact the lives of young people. These lessons align with national and state educational standards and are delivered to millions of students across the country with the help of our education partners and volunteers from the local community.

Research shows that JA Alumni are more likely to have a college degree, feel confident managing money, have career success, and have started a business as an adult.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 26th - 30th
Early-bird Special: $250 per child before April 25th ($300 after)

CAMP FACILITIES: Our One-Week Campers sleep in rustic cabins and located nearby are clean, modern and newly renovated bathrooms with shower facilities and electricity. Lodges for Two-Week Campers are modern yet rustic-looking, 4300 square foot, two-story buildings that each house at least 48 campers and staff. The lodges have electricity, central air-conditioning, storage cubbies, fans, and indoor plumbing. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.sandyhillcamp.com for more information on our facility.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sandy Hill Camp is a family-owned and operated, licensed and ACA-accredited, residential summer camp. The programs are designed to help each camper learn and grow through fun, educational, and character-building experiences. Campers are supervised by a caring and qualified staff who lead by example to create a safe and nurturing environment. Please visit our website for more information.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Counselor-In-Training (CIT), Junior Counselor (JC) and Assistant Counselor (AC) programs at Sandy Hill are designed to introduce interested high-schoolers to the exciting and rewarding world of being a camp counselor. Visit our website for more detailed information about our junior staff program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Complete registration information can be found on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.SandyHillCamp.com. Our Dates & Availability page will allow you to see real-time information as to session dates and which sessions are available. Fees can also be found through our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: There is a large room for the activities of each language group. We have kitchen facilities where your child's lunch can be stored and an outdoor field for children to go out to play when the weather permits. We also have WIFI and a projector and large screen at our disposal.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Children become part of a theatre troupe, and are immersed in ESL (English as a Second Language), French, Chinese or Spanish. There is a performance at the end of each two-week session. Daily activities include: sports, theatre and music games, crafts and practice for a performance.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT is for young teens who already can speak fluently or who are almost fluent in the target language. They pay as campers and will be helped to refine their language skills and to learn how to work with younger students. They will be assigned specific tasks each day and discuss the day with the counselors daily. At the end of camp, each one who participated successfully will be able to receive a recommendation from the director in the case that they apply to work at another camp. They also may become eligible eventually to be paid assistants in our camp when they are old enough (currently 18).

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Early enrollment receives a 20% discount (February) and a 10% March 1 - 15. No registration fee until March 15th. All campers pay a materials fee of $10.00 a week.

At this time there is no formal scholarship or financial aid program, but if your family has a hardship, contact the director.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The children will learn their target language, theatre and music through games and exercises daily, and through these experiences, build a show to share with their parents. All activities - music, theatre, crafts, sports, recess, and games - will be used by the staff to lead to an enrichment in the target language. The program attracts both those who are fluent (who concentrate mostly on the arts aspect and the fun and who can become leaders, helping their peers to speak better) and those who are beginners and of various levels of language speaking.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: French, Chinese and Spanish lessons at the same location. See online schedule.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Children focus on the theatre skills; we focus on their language skills. This is a dramatic way to prepare your child for this global economy!

The director, Kaaren Agnez, has a professional theatre background. Counselors are trained in theatre and working with children and speak their target language fluently; most are natives. All speak at a native level: most are native speakers. Your children will learn the best of movement and improvisational theatre techniques, and all that in a way that helps them to speak another language.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.minilinguists.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for native Chinese, Spanish and French speakers to be counselors or assistant counselors. Must have some skills in sports, theatre or arts and/or extensive experience with children or education. We do train all counselors. Full-time summer work is seasonal and during the year we offer part-time work. Counselors start a week before the camp itself: June 6th.

CAMP FACILITIES: College campus.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: "STEM" Careers

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have year round "STEM" programs and competitions.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Please visit our website.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer of Minecraft includes:

Weekly challenges that engage players of all levels
Guides for parents and educators
Live streams introducing challenges and showcasing player creations
An online forum for campers to ask questions and share

OTHER CAMP INFO: Throughout the year enjoy Free Minecraft Kid Club.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 27 - August 5. For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.connectedcamps.com.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: A FREE summer camp for building, tinkering and exploring. Online and in your neighborhood!

Register here at Our Camp Website Link: www.makercamp.com

Each weekday morning, Maker will post a new project or activity on their Google+ page—30 things to make over six weeks. Each weekday afternoon at 2 PM, tune in to a live Google+ Hangout On Air to meet expert makers who create amazing things.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located at Eastport Yacht Club, not your traditional blue blazer club. EYC is built on activity, on the water and ashore. Members are involved in diverse range of boating activities, supported by social events and strong camaraderie. Our Clubhouse offers a million-dollar view: the historic Annapolis skyline, Severn River, Naval Academy, Bay Bridge, Eastern Shore, and of course the Chesapeake Bay. The EYC calendar is full of social activities and worthwhile, high visibility events. It's mission statement includes support responsibility to youth development.

The clubhouse includes marina, showers, bar, restaurant and banquet facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: EYC is a Learn-to-Sail program which promotes lifelong friendships & boaters who appreciate the sport and the environment! Our program builds confidence, solid foundation skills, environmental awareness and includes STEM/environmental education, with progressive, engaging, fun curriculum.

We teach progressive skill levels from beginner to advanced in each fleet (ages 6-15), Jr. Big Boat, Bay Cruiser'/Adventure sailing, paddling, and power-boating sessions. EYC’s fleet includes Blue Dragon prams, Sunfish, RS Fevas (with asymmetrical spinnaker), Mistral Wind Gliders, J22 keelboats (+J70s, J80s, J30s) kayaks, paddleboards; Boston Whalers and RHB Zodiac powerboats. EYC runs a 9 week summer program, fall/spring after school, powerboat, adult, J22 team/match race team, and member access program.

Our instructors are US Sailing certified instructors and our program is National On-Water standards certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We are currently developing a Leadership training program for our instructors.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Eastport Yacht Club Foundation has scholarships available.
Our Camp Website Link: eycfoundation.org

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Learn to Sail as a Family!
Kids don't need to be the only ones having all the fun! This summer we are offering sessions to take lessons with your child and/or with other parents while your children are in another class. This option is offered to parents/grandparents/aunts/uncles with children age 8 and up. The program will be a Learn-to-Sail curriculum that teaches student the basics of boat handling, seamanship, safety, and teamwork. The curriculum will develop competence and confidence in our sailors in a safe and fun learning environment. The courses will mainly use our J22 keelboat fleet with options to try other boats (ability & size appropriate), and fleet of kayaks and paddleboards.

Children must be 8 yrs old and of course no age limit for 'Big Kids'. NOTE: 'Big Kids' need to register as well as child.
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis with limited class sizes.

EYC members can continue to practice boating skills and fun with affordable and convenient way to get out on the water using our fleet of paddleboards, sailing dinghies, and keelboats through our Member Watercraft Access Program (WAP).
Our Camp Website Link: www.eastportyc.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We also host Spring and Fall sailing Programs.
Our Camp Website Link: www.eastportyc.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
8 week summer program from June 15-Aug 7, 2020
Full and half-day options available.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We utilize US Sailing certified instructors, but also 'grow' our instructors from our students. There are Instructor in Training positions available for 15-16 yr olds. Send resume and references to waterfront[AT]easportyc.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We will take advantage of the forensic legal study opportunities that our Baltimore City location and close proximity to D.C. afford. Campers will visit

The Baltimore CitiWatch Police Community Partnership

The International Spy Museum

The Maryland State Forensic Medical Center

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Citizenship Law Related Education Program was established in 1975 to promote law-related education for public and private school students throughout the state of Maryland. Our programs:
1) Teach about the law, legal profession & courts through real life experiences;
2) Improve students' and teachers' knowledge and understanding of the law & the legal process of our justice system;
3) Foster a more constructive attitude toward the law; and
4) Decrease youth crime through diversion, education, community restitution, and structured, positive, out-of-school activities.

CLREP is managed by Professional Development & Training Center, Inc., a non-profit, 501(c)(3) educational corporation.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Full and partial ($150) scholarships are available. To be considered for financial aid, please complete the application available on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.clrep.org.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Citizenship Law Related Education Program (CLREP) also manages other unique educational initiatives such as the:

MSBA High School Mock Trial Competition: Over 140 high schools & 2,000 students compete annually in the statewide Maryland State Bar Association Mock Trial Competition.

The Baltimore City Council Page Program: Students from city schools are provided professional attire & paid to work “on the floor” during council meetings. As a culminating project, they complete an Advocacy Project & present it to Council members.

Baltimore City Teen Court: Baltimore City Teen Court is a voluntary diversion program for young people aged 11-17, that has served over 1800 youth offenders. Attorneys, judges, and law school students, preside over the hearings, as trained youth jurors decide upon sanctions rooted in restorative justice.

Civics & Law Academies: The Civics & Law Academy allows students to engage in meaningful dialogue, participate in interactive sessions, and network with judges, lawyers and legal professionals

Baltimore City Law Links Internship: Law Links is a paid, full-time, summer legal internship for Baltimore City high school students. 2017 marks the 24th year of Law Links, and the placement of 809 youth in internships since its inception.

Maryland Moot Court Invitational: This fall, CLREP will present the 6th Moot Court invitational Tournament. Schools from every judicial circuit in Maryland will compete in the day-long event.

Law Day Conference: This year’s conference will offer activities for younger students focused on the 14th amendment.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Monday June 26, 2017- Friday June 30, 2017
8:30am- 4:30pm
Tuition is $300
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.clrep.org for more information

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: BIZARRE SCIENCE CAMP
FUNKY PHYSICS CAMP
Crime Scene Investigation - Baltimore
SPACE & Rocketry CAMP
CRAZY CHEMISTRY CAMP
EVERYTHING ENVIRONMENTAL CAMP
ROBOTICS CAMP

The Science Guys of Baltimore offer exciting science camps in the greater Baltimore area including surrounding counties such as Harford, Howard, and Montgomery County.

Our science camps are designed to be incredibly FUN while teaching kids the fundamentals of the scientific method. Kids don't even realize they are learning!

All of our "Science Guys" love kids, science, learning and teaching!

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Hands-on science demonstrations great for the following or wherever you have kids who need education and entertainment!

After School Programs
Birthday Parties
Science Camps
Fundraising Events
Home School Programs
​In School Field Trips
Library Shows
Preschool Programs
Scout Programs
​Special Events

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: From Scratch + Minecraft to Python Programming and Web Development, our coding camps for kids are the perfect way to spend time off school.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.thecodegalaxy.com

CAMP FACILITIES: This is an outdoor camp but fortunately we have three barns at our disposal; The Stables, Hay Barn and Animal Barn, and we make full use of all of them!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: It's our first year! We do not have this information at this time.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please go to our website for dates, rates and times of our summer farm camps.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Conservancy is steward to Mt. Pleasant's farmhouse, circa 1692, as well as its eight farm outbuildings, circa 1900. We are also home to Montjoy Barn, thought to be the oldest barn in Howard County. Montjoy was saved from demolition, disassembled and rebuilt on the grounds of the Conservancy.

Modern amenities are located in the newly-expanded and renovated Gudelsky Environmental Education Center. Campers will use the classroom as well as barns and open space.

Find out more! Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Conservancy offers full-day nature camps in one week sessions at our Mt. Pleasant location in Woodstock, MD and our Belmont location in Elkridge, MD. Our nature camps encourage children to learn about Howard County’s ecology and natural history through fun and exciting hikes, experiments, stories, and hands-on exploration of our nature centers and parkland. Camps will include outdoor skills and all-camp activities as well.

Nature camp runs from 9:00am – 3:30pm with Before and After Care options available. Campers must be between the ages of 5 – 12.

The Conservancy’s camps are designed to nurture respect for the natural world, increase awareness of environmental issues and instill a sense of stewardship. Campers will hike, explore the landscape, participate in stewardship projects, play nature games and create earth friendly arts and crafts!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We are actively seeking Assistant Counselors ages 16 and above who are interested in leadership and service opportunities. There is no application fee.

Students age 13 - 15 and above are invited to apply for a Junior Counselor position, which has a reduced camper fee.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Howard County Conservancy is a partner with the Howard County Public School System. We offer field trips, school outreach programs, School's Out programs, adult trainings, and public events throughout the year. Please see the events website for up to date information at: Our Camp Website Link: www.hcconservancy.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Nature Day Camps are held in 1-week sessions from June 22 - August 21, 2020. Please see our website for updated session information: Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org

Camp is $270.00 per session ($210.00 for the 4-day week of July 4 at Mt. Pleasant). Payment is due at the time of registration.

June 22 - 26: Green STEM Camp
June 29 - July 2: Talons and Teeth
July 6 - 10: Aquatic Odyssey
July 13 - 17: Earth Day, Every Day
July 20 - 24: Extreme Animals
July 27 - 31: Expedition: Base Camp
Aug 3 - 7: Water Wizards
Aug 10 - 14: Pollinators Paradise
Aug 17 - 21: Tracks and Trails

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp counselors and students interested in the Environmental Education Internship are encouraged to send a cover letter and resume to camp[AT]howardnature.org.  This summer, we will be hiring counselors and interns for two locations: Mt. Pleasant camps, located in Woodstock MD, and Belmont camps, located in Elkridge, MD.

Please see Our Camp Website Link: www.howardnature.org for more camp information.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Hi, My name is Veronica Eyenga, Executive Director of My Girlfriend’s House, Inc. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowerment of at risk teen girls. Providing mentoring services to the young ladies of Prince George's County MD & the Washington DC Metro Area.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Girls Leadership Program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Divalicious Girls (June 22th – July 3rd from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Tech Gurlz STEM Camp (July 6th - July 17th from8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Girls Rock Leadership Camp (July 20th – July 31st from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)
Camp Getaway Girls (August 3rd- August 7th from 8:30 am- 5:30pm)

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a beautiful space that includes a state of the art yoga studio and a workshop/classroom that allows for lots of hands-on learning.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Camp IO, children ages 5-12 have fun with hands-on science activities and making cool things. They take a look at how everyday objects work and the world around them. Each day, campers switch their outer science tools for a yoga mat and learn about the inner science of yoga. They learn about fun and easy ways to stay healthy and harmonize their bodies, minds and energy to decrease stress, increase endurance and improve focus.

Our mission is to offer children a safe, fun, encouraging and enriching environment to learn and practice the outer science of engineering and the inner science of yoga. All of our activities combine inquiry-based learning with the STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics) initiative in mind.

“Hands-on” means that your child can engage the five senses when learning. Research shows that more information is retained when learning is active and participant-based. Camp IO is an exciting and engaging way for children to learn, be enriched and interact in a mindful way with the world around them.

Camp IO was created by Antoinette Murray (Murray Educational Services), Joseph Murray and Valencia Wood (SoilSound). Together, they provide an exceptional hands-on science and yoga experience. In addition to Camp IO, they offer programs in public and private schools and conduct workshops for children and adults in Howard County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Washington, DC and Virginia.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Children ages 13 - 17 can apply to be a CIT. Please call for more information.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We have a full schedule of activities for adults, children, and families throughout the year. Please visit us at Our Camp Website Link: www.ioworkshop.org for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rickety Shenanigans | June 27 - July 1
Design it. Build it. Knock it down! See what keeps modern structures standing and invent your own wild designs. Participate in construction challenges. Can your design withstand the force of a hurricane or a stampede of elephants?

Space: The New Frontier | July 5 - July 8
Use your imagination to go where no one has gone before! Design a solar system with worlds and inhabitants. Build a spaceship model and plan a trip to Mars. Sample some of the space food you would take on a space journey!

More Crazy Kitchen Concoctions! | July 11 - July 15
Experiment with even more unique mixtures. Turn unusual combinations into tasty treats, create explosive reactions and discover fun, new uses for everyday kitchen items. Experiment with carbonation, yeast, fruit juices and a lot more!

Reality Minecraft: Craft Like Steve! | July 18 - July 22
Do you like Minecraft? If so, you’ll love crafting real-life items! Combine old, new and in-between to make a variety of things, including a bow and arrow, fishing rod, dyes and more. No creepers allowed!

Land, Sea and Air, Oh My! | July 25 - July 29
Four wheels, three wheels, two wheels, no wheels! What can you use to get from point A to point B? Learn about and build a variety of miniature modes of transportation. Experiment with balance, flotation, propulsion, lift and more.

Game On! | August 1 - August 5
Play classic and modern board, card and roleplaying games. Discuss their mechanics and what makes them fun! Construct game boards, pawns and cards. Design your own game as an individual and as a group. Your group game will be kept at Camp IO for future campers to play!

The Magic Art of Yoga | August 8 - August 12
Create a variety of individual and group calligraphy paintings, Ikebana (flower arrangements), zen gardens, mandalas and yantras. Learn about and practice traditional and freestyle techniques. Examine the use of symbols, math and colors in ancient yogic artwork and contemplative practices.

The Yoga of Tea | August 15 - August 19
Where does tea come from? How is it made? What is tea meditation? Explore the answers to these questions and many more as we enjoy ten different types of tea, and play with chemistry to make your own custom blend.

Step Right Up to Funhouse Science! | August 22 - August 26
Funny mirrors, optical illusions, crazy carnival games, hocus pocus, perfect popped kettle corn and more! What's the science behind all of the fun?

CAMP FACILITIES: Slayton House Theatre Camp of the Arts utilizes the Slayton House Theatre to give campers the chance to practice their drama skills on a full sized stage!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Slayton House Theatre Camp of the Arts receives its operational permit from the Maryland Department of Health. This means that we follow all COMAR regulations to keep our campers safe!

All of our staff has completed a state, federal, and Child Protective Services background checks which are processed before the start of camp. Our counselors are also trained in the field of theatre and provide instruction in their strongest theatre discipline.

Our goal with each camp program is to provide access to theatre arts and creates an environment where campers can take risks while building meaningful relationships.

We are a permitted camp through The Maryland Department of Health, meaning we must be in state compliance before opening each year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For more information, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campofthearts.com

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information.