Summer Planning Kit

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Sports & Games
• Sweat, Sketch & SnackGrades 6 – 8

Get ready for an action-packed week of outdoor exploration, creative challenges, and nonstop movement! Campers will navigate waterways by canoe, tackle a distance-based biking adventure, test their courage on ropes courses, and climb, jump, and conquer obstacles. Along the way, they'll explore wooded trails, discover exciting innovations in robotics and engineering, and put their teamwork, endurance, and problem-solving skills to the test. Every day brings a new adventure and a chance to push boundaries, build confidence, and discover something unexpected!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• China Quest: A Virtual AdventureGrades 5 – 7
• Rock BandGrades 6 – 8

Get ready for a week where outdoor adventure meets creativity! Campers will spend their days exploring farms, hiking woodland trails, and discovering how the natural world inspires art. Through hands-on experiences, outdoor exploration, and creative projects, campers will learn how natural materials, including wool, can be transformed into beautiful works of art. From discovering colors and textures in nature to experimenting with traditional art techniques, this week combines hiking, adventure, and artistic expression. Come ready to explore the outdoors, get creative, and turn nature's inspiration into something uniquely your own!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Earth and Human MachinesGrades 5 – 7
• Rock BandGrades 6 – 8

Dive into a week of marine science, hands-on discoveries, and water-based adventures! Campers will explore coastal ecosystems, investigate marine life, experiment with ocean technology, and discover how creatures adapt and thrive beneath the surface. Through interactive science experiences, shoreline exploration, and adventures on the water, campers will uncover the mysteries of our aquatic world while building curiosity, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of how to protect our waterways!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• The Rock LabGrades 5 – 7
• Math Contest AcademyGrades 6 – 8
• Story of Photography

Get ready for a week of discovery that takes campers from the wonders of outer space to the natural world around them! Through interactive science exhibits, immersive space exploration, woodland hikes, and hands-on environmental investigations, campers will uncover new perspectives on science, history, and nature. Along the way, they'll explore historic architecture, challenge themselves through movement and team-building games, and investigate local ecosystems, building curiosity, confidence, and a sense of adventure with every new experience!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Splish, Splash, Science
• Kinetic Art and Mechanics of MovementGrades 6 – 8
• The Theory of Everything (Almost)Grades 6 – 8

Get ready for a week that blends creativity, outdoor adventure, and personal growth! Campers will explore courage, confidence, and stepping outside their comfort zones through hands-on art projects, rocky hikes, and exciting climbing challenges. Along the way, they'll discover the connections between art and nature, investigate unique landscapes, and express their experiences through creative projects and reflection. Each adventure encourages campers to challenge themselves, embrace the unexpected, and discover just how much they're capable of!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• LacrosseGrades 4 – 7
• Shark WeekGrades 5 – 7
• Film & Broadcast MediaGrades 6 – 8

It's time for a week of wilderness adventures, mystery challenges, and hands-on survival skills! Campers will put their problem-solving abilities to the test as they navigate exciting team missions, explore the outdoors, and discover what it takes to thrive in the wild. From learning traditional wilderness skills and exploring natural landscapes to creating with materials inspired by nature, each day brings new opportunities to build confidence, independence, and teamwork. Along the way, campers will connect with the environment, practice stewardship, and discover that the greatest survival tool is a combination of creativity, resilience, and working together!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Wild Card WeekGrades 5 – 7
• Raspberry PiGrades 6 – 8

Growing explorers will spend the week discovering the excitement of hiking and outdoor adventure. With guidance from Meadowbrook faculty member Jonathan Schmid, a trained wilderness first aid instructor and avid hiker, campers will learn practical skills for staying safe and confident on the trail, such as reading simple maps, understanding Leave No Trace principles, preparing a day pack, identifying common plants, and responding calmly to minor outdoor challenges. Each day features a new local hike, encouraging teamwork, curiosity, and a deeper appreciation for nature. The adventure continues with a special Thursday-to-Friday overnight, giving campers even more time to connect, build independence, and enjoy the outdoors together. The week culminates in a longer Friday hike, where the group will put its growing stamina and outdoor know-how into practice during a memorable backcountry-style adventure. Because this program takes place fully outdoors, campers must be prepared to hike three to five miles over uneven terrain in all weather, rain or shine.

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Escape Room ArchitectsGrades 5 – 7
• Digital Art LabGrades 6 – 8

Get ready for a week of hands-on challenges, creative problem-solving, and action-packed adventures! Campers will tackle obstacle courses, test their strength and agility, design and build imaginative creations, explore historic inventions, and discover the natural world through hiking and environmental challenges. From teamwork and engineering to outdoor exploration and physical adventures, each day brings new opportunities to build confidence, think creatively, and try something unexpected!

Daily camp activities for this age group.

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Field Notes From the FutureGrades 6 – 8
• Ultimate Summer ChallengeGrades 6 – 8

Get ready for a day of discovery, creativity, and hands-on innovation! Campers will venture into the exciting world of engineering and STEM, exploring how things work through interactive challenges, creative problem-solving, and experimentation. Whether designing, building, testing, or discovering new technologies, this adventure will encourage curiosity, teamwork, and thinking outside the box!

30-minute lessons: weekdays at 7:30 or 8:00 AM and 3:30–7:30 PM; weekends from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM.

• Sports & Games

Get ready for a week of adventure that builds toward an unforgettable rafting experience! Campers will challenge themselves on high ropes courses, strengthen communication and teamwork through improv comedy, and design their own custom T-shirts to wear on the river. Along the way, they'll explore coastal trails, practice wilderness skills, set personal goals, and build trust through group challenges. The week culminates in two days of rafting, navigating the river together, putting their confidence, resilience, and teamwork to the ultimate test!