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Learn about traditional and alternative summer camps and how to determine if your child is ready for camp.  Spending a summer away from home is a big decision – read what experts suggest to help you choose the right camp for your child.  Read articles about what to expect from the camping experience for your elementary or high school student.  Find links to websites with all the camp supplies your camper will need.

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Benefits of Summer Camp 
Read an article from the American Camping Association on ways the camp experience enriches lives and changes the world by providing children with a community of caring adults, who nurture experiential education that results in self-respect and appreciation for human value. All of the outcomes — self-identity, self-worth, self-esteem, leadership, and self-respect — build personal competencies.

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Top 10 Myths About Choosing a Summer Camp 
When faced with the daunting prospect of choosing a sleepaway camp for a child, a parent has a lot to consider -- especially if it is a first time camp experience. Misconceptions abound about summer camp and what goes into choosing the best one for each child.

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