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Day Camp
At Germantown Academy campers get to do it all! Every day is a new adventure.
Day Camp Programs
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- Adventurers (PreK-Kindergarten–4 and 5 years old)
- Day Camp (Grades 1-6)
- Counselors in Training (Grades 9-10)
- Counselors in Training - Level 2 (Grades 10+)
- Explorers Camp - (GRADES 7 and 8)
Adventurers (PreK-Kindergarten–4 and 5 years old)
Adventurers Camp provides an age-appropriate, all-around camp experience. Through daily scheduled activities like arts and crafts, music, science, and outdoor play, your camper is encouraged to explore, create, and stay active. Campers will participate in swim lessons Monday – Thursday with waterplay and a pool party each Friday! Adventurers are well-prepared when it comes time to move on to the traditional camp experience. Campers must 4 years old by their first day of camp and be fully potty trained to enroll.
Grades: Pre-K - K
Dates: June 20 - 24, June 27 - July 1, July 5 – 8 (closed July 4), July 11 - 15, July 18 - 22, July 25 - 29, August 1 - 5, August 8 - 12
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $500/week. $400 for week of July 4.
Notes:
- Troops are led by responsible and experienced counselors in accordance with American Camp Association ratios.
- 4 year old Adventurers have a rest period each afternoon.
- We swim rain or shine in our 25-yard indoor pool. Our pool is staffed with experienced and certified lifeguards.
- Weekly themes in Adventurer Camp involve a mix of troop-specific activities and all-camp group activities. Some special events include Carnival, Animal shows, and Dance Parties.
- Campers will remain in their troops throughout the day and practice safe distancing and sanitization.
Day Camp (Grades 1-6)
This traditional Day Camp experience is for campers in grades 1-6. Campers are split into same-grade and same-sex troops up until 6th grade where they are coed. Campers will enjoy activities such as swimming, ropes courses, zip lining, archery, athletics, arts & crafts, STEM, and more! Each week is different and filled with new experiences and special events, so join us for one week or up to eight!
Grades: 1-6
Dates: June 20 - 24, June 27 - July 1, July 5 – 8 (closed July 4), July 11 - 15, July 18 - 22, July 25 - 29, August 1 - 5, August 8 - 12
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $500/week, $400 for week of July 4.
Day Camp Weekly Themes-Please be aware that special events are subject to change. Plans may change due to weather, COVID19, enrollment/staffing, etc. We will send updates to enrolled families when events are updated.
| Week | Theme | Special Event |
| 1 | Kick-Off to Summer | Gold rush |
| 2 | Animal Safari | Reptile Show |
| 3 | Holiday Hullabaloo | Halloween Parade and Party |
| 4 | Fantasy Week | Camper Glow Party |
| 5 | Game On! | Game Trucks |
| 6 | Lights, Camera, Action! | Cardboard Boat Float |
| 7 | GA's Got Talent | Talent Show |
| 8 | Color Me Crazy | Carnival |
Notes:
- Troops are led by responsible and experienced counselors in accordance with American Camp Association ratios.
- Day campers in 1st – 3rd grade will have an instructional swimming period Monday-Thursday and Free Swim on Fridays.
- Day Campers in 4th – 6th grade will have free swim every day. Instruction may be provided depending on the skill level of the camper.
- We swim rain or shine in our 25-yard indoor pool. Our pool is staffed with experienced and certified lifeguards.
- Campers will choose from a variety of Camper's Choice Activities based on their specific interests.
- Weekly themes in Day Camp involve a mix of troop-specific activities and all-camp group activities. Some special events include Carnival, Animal shows, and competition-based challenges like Cardboard boat float.
- Campers will remain in their troops throughout the day and practice safe distancing and sanitization.
Counselors in Training (Grades 9-10)
The Counselors in Training (CIT) program teaches responsible teens the essentials of becoming a superior leader, employee, and camp counselor. CITs participate in workshops and discussions to learn about basic childcare, behavior management techniques, communication skills, camp organization, activity planning, job application, first aid, and leadership.
For a portion of each day, CITs gain valuable hands-on experience while working in troops and activities under the guidance of our professional camp staff.
At the end of the CIT program, campers will either be invited to apply a position in 2023 or invited to enroll in CIT Level 2.
HOW TO APPLY
Prospective CITs are required to complete an application and ask two adults to complete a recommendation (at least one current teacher; no family members). All applications and recommendations are due no later than March 1, 2021.
CIT Recommendation Form 2022
CIT Application Form 2022
Grades: 9-10
Dates: June 20 - August 12
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $1200
Notes:
- This is a selective eight-week program, and enrollment is limited.
- Six-week applications may be accepted if space is available. (Six-week campers will automatically go into the pool for CIT2 for the following summer)
- Do not register or pay until you receive notification that you have been accepted into the program.
Counselors in Training - Level 2 (Grades 10+)
The Counselors in Training- Level 2 (CIT2) program is an advanced 6-week program with work assignment in weeks 7 and 8. This 6-week training includes 1:1 instruction from the CIT Director tailored to your specific interests and goals. CIT2s will receive shadow assignments based on their trainings for week 1-6. During Week 7 and 8, CIT2s will use their new skills in full day assignments. These assignments will be determined at your 6-week evaluation.
This program also includes in-depth training for CITs looking to become Activity Directors and Assistants.
HOW TO APPLY
CIT2 is by invite only. If you did not complete CIT but are interested in training to be an Activity Director, please reach of to summer@gacamp.org to schedule a quick interview.
Grades:
Dates: June 20 – July 29 (Instruction), August 1 – 12 (Assignment)
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $500
Notes:
Do not register or pay until you receive notification that you have been accepted into the program.
Explorers Camp - (GRADES 7 and 8)
Explorer Camp is for campers in grades 7 and 8. This coed group will participate in Traditional Day Camp activities on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. On Tuesdays and Thursdays Campers will travel off-campus via school bus. Each week campers will travel to a State Park on Tuesday and an exciting Field Trip on Thursday (Please see Explorer Camp Calendar below for more details!). Each week is different and filled with new trips and special events, so join us for one week or up to eight!
Grades: 7-8
Dates: June 20-24, June 27 - July 1, July 5 – 8 (closed July 4), July 11 - 15, July 18 - 22, July 25 - 29, August 1 - 5, August 8 - 12
Time: 9am - 3:30pm
Fee: $525/week, $425 for week of July 4.
Explorer Camp Tentative Schedule-
| Week 1 | Peace Valley Park | Mini Golf |
| Week 2 | Nockamixon State Park | Aquarium |
| Week 3 | Peace Valley Park | Indoor Rock Climbing |
| Week 4 | Nockamixon State Park | Indoor Trampoline Park |
| Week 5 | Peace Valley Park | Arcade |
| Week 6 | Nockamixon State Park | Amusement Park |
| Week 7 | Peace Valley Park | Go-Karting |
| Week 8 | Nockamixon State Park | Movies |
Notes:
- Troops are led by responsible and experienced counselors in accordance with the American Camp Association ratios.
- Explorer Campers may bring cell phones but will be instructed when they are allowed to us them.
- Signed Parent Waivers may be required at some locations.
- Explorer Campers have free swim on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
- Campers will choose from a variety of Choice Activities based on their specific interests.
- Some special events include Carnival, Animal shows, competition-based challenges like Cardboard boat float.
- Campers will remain in their troops throughout the day and practice safe distancing and sanitization