Welcome • Topsfield • Marblehead • Essex • Schedules • Philosophy & Credentials • Camp Staff • Registration Info
No two days are alike at camp, but this sample schedule gives an overview of daily activities and flow.
Camper Drop-off & Morning ActivityEach morning campers and their parent/guardian check-in with their counselor and then join a morning activity. Morning activities include games, arts and crafts, and hanging out with friends.
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Opening CircleThe entire camp gathers to enjoy a community activity. Staff and campers sing songs, conduct team-building exercises, or act out nature skits to introduce the day.
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Daily ExplorationAfter opening circle campers join their subgroups and with their counselors delve into a particular nature topic. For example: a group will discuss life cycles then hike to a pond and find frogs and tadpoles.
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LunchCampers break for lunch and enjoy some restful time.
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Choice ActivitiesCampers have the opportunity to choose from a variety of activities developed by staff, including afternoon nature hikes, shelter building, origami, and or water games on hot days.
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Closing CircleAt the end of each day the whole camp gathers to share stories of where they went, what they saw, and what they made.
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Camper Pick-upEach afternoon, campers and their parent/guardians check-out with their counselor before leaving camp.
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After-Camp Program (Topsfield & Marblehead)During this optional program, campers can choose from a variety of activities that may include active games, quiet table games or reading. Registration required.
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