We can we find an eco-friendly camp?

Question asked by Jill in Billings, Montana

Very timely question, not just because earth day is coming up next month. More and more summer camps have embraced"going green"offering families an increasing array of eco-friendly camp options. We can't vouch for the validity of any camp's claims, but TravelingtheGreenWay.com lists its "Top 5 Green Summer Camps."

I'm sure there are many, MANY others. Eco-friendly practices are a huge initiative in the summer camp industry right now. Contact the American Camp Association to ask for a referral of some eco-friendly camps in your area. And thanks for your commitment to protecting our environment!

Are there really new laws for camps in California?

Question posted from Jill in San Diego

Hi Jill,

Great question, especially given the fact most CAMP DIRECTORS don't even know about the new regulations affecting organized camps in California. We've had the same laws for about 50 years, and now they've finally been updated to be more reflective of today's camps and campers.

The laws and regulations are fairly involved. So here's a link to the main excerpts from the American Camp Association in PDF format. Any further questions, please feel free to ask.

How Can I find the Most Affordable Camp for my Child?

There are several ways to save money on camp. Here is a recent article that appeared in the San Diego Tribune's online version which addresses your very question.

Does every camp offer transportation?

Thanks for the question. No, not every camp provides transportation. In general, day camps provide transportation more so than resident (overnight/sleepaway) camps. But not all day camps offer it, either, so your best bet is to check with the camp director. Thanks again.

Are there any good camps in Indiana?

I just Googled "Indiana Summer Camps." Here are some sample results:

http://www.camppage.com/indiana.htm
http://www.indianasummercamp.com/
http://www.mysummercamps.com/camps/indiana-summer-camps.html

Remember, these are only a SMALL sample of what's available; go ahead and type "Indiana Summer Camps" and you'll see pages and pages of possibilities. Have a great summer!

How many kids go to camp in my area?

I'm afraid I can't answer your question unless you tell me where you live, but assuming you're in the United States, I can say that approximately 10 million kids attend camp each summer. Thanks for your question.

Are you having any open houses?

Thanks for your question. Attending camp open houses is a great way to learn about various programs. But I'm not sure if you're asking about Aloha Beach Camp's open houses in Los Angeles, or cam open houses in general. Aloha Beach Camp is having an Open House on Sunday, March 15, and two more after that. If you're looking for general information, you can type "Summer Camp Open House" into Google and see what comes up. Hope this helps.