Find the right summer camp for your family.

Aerospace summer camps for elementary, middle and high school students at Laconia Airport, sponsored by WinnAero, the Laconia Airport Authority and the FAA, with hands-on STEM and aviation activities. A 2026 brochure and orientation kit are posted.

As published: Not published on pages read (brochure not read)

Ages 10–19 · $1,800–$3,400/session

The Acadia Institute of Oceanography is a marine-science camp in Seal Harbor (town of Mount Desert) that has introduced students ages 10-18 to physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography since 1975 through classroom instruction, lab work, and offshore excursions. More than 200 students attend each summer from across the country and abroad, and an advanced track offers University of Maine college credit.

As published: Introductory session $1,700; Intermediate sessions $3,300; Advanced sessions $3,300 (non-credit) or $3,400 (with college credit) for 2026

Ages 5–14

Acera School's summer enrichment offers STEAM programs such as coding, physics, filmmaking and outdoor exploration for ages 5-14, plus a Counselor in Training program for ages 15-17. Programs run in half-day AM and PM blocks at 5 Lowell Avenue in Winchester.

As published: $450-$550 per half-day program week; about $900-$1,200 per week for AM plus PM; extended pickup $150/week; CIT $750 per 4-week session (year not stated on page)

Ages 5–14 · $450/week

Action Adventures Day Camp is run by Berkshire South in Great Barrington for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, or up to age 14. Days combine sports, arts and crafts, cooking, gardening, drama, recreational swimming and STEM activities, with weekly themes such as S.T.E.A.M., Wizard Academy and Camp Rock. The camp runs nine weeks, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

As published: 2026 tuition $450 per week; prorated weeks 2 and 9 cost $360.

Ages 6–12 · $295/week

Adventure Camp is a state-licensed summer day camp run by the Nashua Adult Learning Center for children entering grade 1 through completing grade 6. It meets at 40 Arlington Street from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with swimming, field trips, trips to New Hampshire state parks, theme days, community service projects, arts and crafts, cooperative sports and STEM activities. The center also runs school vacation week camps.

As published: 2026: $295 per week per child (Monday to Friday) or $70 per day (part-time slots limited)

Ages 6–11 · $300–$325/week

Scout-run day camp open to children in grades 1 to 5, with no Scouting experience required, at Adventure Base Camp (Camp Champlin) in Cranston. Each week has a theme, and activities include archery, boating, swimming, crafts, outdoor cooking, nature and daily STEM projects, with a family campfire program on Fridays.

As published: 2026: $300 per week for a Narragansett Council Scout, $325 for others; extended care $65 per week

Grades 7 to 12 (about ages 11–17)

Phillips Academy's five-week on-campus academic enrichment program for rising 7th to 12th graders, with more than 70 courses and institutes plus athletics and student activities. Students can board or attend as day students, and the 2027 session runs June 29 to August 1.

As published: 2027 tuition for the five weeks: boarding $11,500 (Upper School) or $11,700 (Lower School); day $6,500 for a 2-course load or $3,250 for 1 course (Upper School), $7,950 (Lower School); plus fees (day students: $100 health and safety, $400 activities fee optional for Upper School, $400 international health insurance for families living outside the U.S.; boarders: $400 activities fee). 20% non-refundable deposit

Ages 4–14

A farm and nature day camp at Appleton Farms, a working farm in Ipswich, where campers do barnyard chores, tend the Learning Garden, hike and explore woods and wetlands. Half-day, full-day, junior CIT and CIT programs run for nine weeks, and 2027 registration opens January 7, 2027.

As published: 2026 per week: half day (9-12) $340 Trustees member / $420 nonmember; full day (9-3) $555 / $635; extended day 3-4 pm $85; Junior CIT $370 / $450

Ages 5–13

A traditional summer day camp in Middletown serving Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Tiverton, Little Compton, Bristol and Warren, with on-site activities and field trips all summer. Activities include a wilderness skills lab, makers' studio, science, field games and visiting presenters.

As published: 2026: $300/week regular day (9am-4pm), $380/week extended day (8am-5pm); 3 days $210 ($260 extended); 2 days $140 ($175 extended); $25 non-refundable fee. Session dates June 29 to August 21, 2026.

Ages 8–12

A one-week morning science program for ages 8 to 12 with shark anatomy and ecology labs, research demonstrations, art and engineering challenges and a spiny dogfish dissection, run by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. Only one session was offered in 2026 (July 13 to 17).

As published: Not published (tuition amount not on the page; each tuition includes a $50 non-refundable administrative fee; 50% refund if cancelled at least 5 days before)

Ages 3–18 · $350–$385/week

Audubon Sharon Summer Day Camp is a nature-based day camp run by the Sharon Audubon Center, serving children ages 3 through 12th grade on the Center's wildlife sanctuary grounds. It is directed by Camp Director Wendy Miller.

As published: "Tuition for each session is $350 per child per week." (2026); TRIP teen week $385; 4-day week $280

Ages 3–15

A farm day camp on the 120-acre Auer Farm using a STEAM curriculum with time in barns, gardens, a play forest, stream and trails. Groups run from Sprouts (ages 3-5) through a grades 9-10 Leadership program.

As published: Per week: Sprouts (half-day) $370; Young Farmers (K-5) $395; Explorers (6-8) $395; Leadership (9-10) $375. Dates for summer 2026 were not listed on the page

Ages 5–14

Day camps on the 34-acre lakeside Bancroft School campus in north Worcester for campers entering kindergarten through grade 8, open to families outside the school. Programs include general day camp, academic camps in reading, writing, math and leadership, specialty camps such as robotics, musical theater and coding, athletic camps and a Counselor-in-Training program. Campers swim at the Greendale YMCA across the street.

Ages 5–18 · $175–$250/week

Town of Barrington day camps run by the Recreation Department: Cool Kids Camp (ages 5-7), Camp Endeavor (8-11) and the BEST Summer Theatre Camp (8-18). Weekly themes in 2026 included Safari, Carnival, Science Lab and Camp Olympics, with a beach day each Thursday for Camp Endeavor.

As published: 2026: Cool Kids and Camp Endeavor $200 per week ($175 for the shortened first week); BEST Theatre Classic $250 per week ($215 for week 1); Advanced theatre program $525

Ages 3–15

ACA-accredited day camp run by Belmont Day School for ages 3 to 15, with a general day camp in four two-week sessions, Journeys day-trip camp for grades 5 to 8, specialty camps and one-week sports camps. Every group has daily swim lessons and afternoon free swim, and the camp reports more than 350 campers on site each day. The summer program is described as well into its eighth decade.

As published: Not published (Summer 2027 dates and rates were to be posted in November; optional bus service $170 per family per week)

Ages 4–16 · $380–$575/week

A private school's day-camp division in South Berwick spanning STEAM, arts, and sports programming across a wide age range (3–18), taught by "Berwick faculty and staff, plus visiting professionals"; being embedded in an established private school gives it institutional credibility but the program itself has little independent public review presence.

As published: Day Camp: $380–$475/week; Enrichment Programs: $420–$575/week; Sports Camps: $475/week; CIT Program: $400 (flat); Extended Care $75/week or $20 drop-in; Transportation $85/week — all per-week as published

Ages 5–15 · $103–$565/week

Blue Hills Nature Camp is a Mass Audubon day camp based at Blue Hills Trailside Museum on Chickatawbut Hill, with access to the 7,000-acre Blue Hills Reservation. Campers ages 5 to 15 explore nature through hands-on activities, art and daily hikes, in age groups from Chickadees to Teen Adventurers. The camp states it is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA-accredited) and uses a sliding-scale tuition based on family income.

As published: 2026 sliding-scale weekly tuition of $103 to $515 for most age groups and $113 to $565 for Teen Adventurers, set by family income tier; before camp $17 to $85 and after camp $33 to $165 per week. Camp states 2027 registration is coming soon.

Boston Leadership Institute, based in Wellesley, runs science, medicine, engineering and forensics summer programs for middle and high school students at campuses including Gann Academy/Bentley, Wellesley and Newman School in Boston. The 2027 three-week schedule is posted.

As published: Three-week tuition $2,500 (residential fee $2,097); one-week tuition $699 (residential $699)

A coed traditional day camp at 104 Goose Green Road in northern Connecticut with aquatics, sports, outdoor adventure, and arts and sciences, weekly theme weeks and a CIT program. The 2026 schedule runs weekly sessions June 22 to August 14.

As published: 2026 early bird: 1 week $640, 2 weeks $1,245, 4 weeks $2,410, 8 weeks $4,225; before care or after care $85 per week, both $150; deposit $125 per week. The page also shows a second table with $500 early / $550 regular for one week, so confirm current tuition

Ages 6–13 · $240–$300/week

The Boys & Girls Club of Plymouth runs a weekday summer program for ages 6 to 13, with a counselor-in-training option for ages 14 to 15, built around weekly themes from science to design and construction. Days include art, science, gym, outdoor play and a computer lab, with most field trips, meals and snacks included in the fee. The program is licensed by the Plymouth Board of Health.

As published: 2026 weekly: $300 for 5 days, $275 for 4 days, $240 for 3 days (sibling rates lower); CIT $150 for 5 days; $50 annual membership and $25 weekly deposit.

Brunswick School's open-enrollment Summer Session offers courses, workshops, camps and theater workshops across Pre School, Lower, Middle and Upper School divisions, and was returning for summer 2026. Middle and Upper School classes are coed while Lower School and Pre School are all-boys, with sports camps that pair with morning sessions.

As published: Not published

Grades 1 to 8 (about ages 5–13)

A nature-based day camp at the Cathance River Nature Preserve for rising grades 1-8 (Nature Explorers grades 1-5, Trailblazers grades 6-8), Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Campers hike, explore the river, build and test boats, and collect community-science data.

As published: Not published (summer 2027 lottery registration Jan 25 to Feb 2; $10 lottery fee per family)

Ages 9–17

A co-ed overnight camp for neurodivergent children and teens on 400 wooded acres with a 65-acre lake, offering traditional camp activities with a social-skills focus and a high counselor-to-camper ratio. 2027 runs two three-week sessions, plus a family camp and a "Beyond Akeela" program.

As published: 2027: $9,900 per three-week session (June 25 to July 16; July 19 to August 9); Family Camp $4,400; Beyond Akeela $8,950

Ages 5–18 · $425–$525/week

A Girl Scout summer day camp in Weston for campers entering kindergarten through grade 12, running six themed weeks in July and August. Activities include a daily swim in the on-site pool supervised by certified lifeguards, archery, outdoor cooking and survival skills. Bus routes and financial aid on request are listed.

As published: 2026 weekly rates range by week and fee tier: $425-$500 (weeks 1, 3, 4, 6) and $450-$525 (weeks 2 and 5); older campers in weeks 2 and 5 can join an overnight

Ages 8–15

Camp Atwater is a residential youth camp owned and operated by the Urban League of Springfield, which describes it as the oldest African American-owned and operated residential youth camp in the nation. Campers ages 8-15 do swimming, archery, sports, STEM, nature exploration, arts, and leadership and cultural enrichment programming.

As published: 2027: $3,200 per session plus $175 registration fee and a required $125 per-session fee (hut picture, one field trip, camp T-shirt). 2027 sessions: boys' season July 4-17, girls' season July 26-August 7. 2026 rates not listed on the page.

Mass Audubon's Boston Nature Center in Mattapan runs a nature day camp with outdoor exploration, hands-on activities and science education. A satellite camp was held at the British International School of Boston in 2026, and 2027 registration is "coming soon."

As published: 2026 sliding scale by family income: $100-$500 (Mattapan camp); CIT training $100-$500; extended day $30-$150 per session; 2027 registration coming soon

Kindergarten to grade 6 (about ages 4–11)

A nature-focused weekly day camp on the Arboretum's 93 acres for students entering kindergarten through sixth grade, with themed weeks and hands-on STEAM activities. Eight sessions ran June 22 to August 14, 2026.

As published: 2026: $435 per week for members, $475 per week for non-members; extended hours (to 5 PM) $180 per week members, $200 non-members. Scholarships available

Ages 5–16 · $300–$495/week

Camp Beech Cliff is a nonprofit day camp on 50 acres bordering Acadia National Park in Mount Desert, offering one-week sessions for ages 5-15 that balance outdoor adventure (rock wall, ropes courses, archery) with creative programming. Originally a boys' camp from the 1950s to 1978, it was reborn as a coed day camp in 1991 and became an independently operated, ACA-accredited nonprofit by 2002.

As published: 2026: "$495 for everyone / $300 with resident discount" per week

Ages 4–14 · $475–$575/week

A family-run boys' day-and-overnight camp on a 15-acre lakefront property bordering Cape Cod and Plymouth, in operation roughly 88 years (since the late 1930s). It's a mid-size, athletics-and-waterfront-focused camp for ages 6–16, priced around $575/week for day camp, and the same grounds double as a wedding/event venue outside camp season.

As published: Day camp, per week: $575/week (most weeks); Week 2 (4-day week) $450. Sibling discount $50/child/week OR multi-week discount $50 (starting 3rd week) — only one discount applies per family. Rates (https://campbournedale.com/camp_dates_rates/), 2026 season

Ages 3–12

Camp Cabot is the Waltham YMCA day camp at 725 Lexington Street, with age groups Caboteers (3-4), Pioneers (5-6) and Cabot (7-12). Older campers choose their own activities each week, and the camp is American Camp Association accredited and licensed by the local board of health.

As published: 2026 weekly rates: ages 3-4 and 5-6 $400 member / $475 non-member; ages 7-12 $330 member / $400 non-member (hours 7:30am-5:30pm)

A YMCA day camp on more than 80 acres at 15 Canton Road, serving the Farmington Valley with archery, bouldering, a climbing wall, swimming, arts and crafts, nature hikes, a low ropes course and a splash pad. Originally established in 1962 as Holiday Ridge Day Camp, it runs ten one-week sessions from June 15 to August 21 in 2026 and has units from grades 1-2 through grades 7-8 plus leader and counselor-in-training groups.

As published: 2026: $329 per 1-week session; $629 per 2-week session; pre-camp and/or morning bus $75 each or $125 for both per one-week session; post-camp and/or afternoon bus the same; YMCA family membership saves $10 off regular session prices; $75 non-refundable deposit per session

Kindergarten to grade 4 (about ages 4–9)

The Town of Westport's day camp at Compo Beach for children entering grades K-4, with seven themed weeks from June 22 to August 7, 2026. Daily activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, STEM, yoga, playground and beach time, plus weekly special events and a field trip.

As published: $325 per camper per session; $260 for the four-day session June 29-July 2 (2026)

Ages 5–12

A free summer day camp on a 36-acre campus in Farmington for children ages 5 to 12 who live in the City of Hartford or the Town of East Hartford, which the camp says has served Hartford's children since 1894. Campers are bused from assigned stops and get breakfast and lunch. Daily programs include arts and crafts, nature, music and performing arts, swimming, sports, a computer lab and a LEGO STEM program.

As published: Free to eligible families. A one-time non-refundable application fee per child applies, and East Hartford campers pay a weekly fee (amounts not published); Care 4 Kids is accepted.

Ages 5–13

Camp Cutler is a YMCA of Greater Hartford day camp at the Hale YMCA in Putnam, serving grades K–7 (ages 5–12) with arts and crafts, STEM, literacy, sports, free daily swim lessons, and free breakfast/lunch through Putnam School Food Services. Staff complete over 40 hours of orientation before campers arrive.

As published: Not published (2027 pricing listed as "coming soon"); Y Vacation Days priced at $65/day (member) or $105/day (program participant)

Ages 5–14

A YMCA day camp at Centennial Grove Park on Chebacco Lake in Essex with swimming, boating and fishing and weekly STEAM themes. Teen Camp and Counselor-in-Training tracks serve older campers.

As published: Not published in page text

Ages 7–15 · $2,450–$2,600/week

Camp Emerson is an ACA-accredited overnight camp on more than 170 acres in the Berkshire Mountains of Hinsdale, next to the Appalachian Trail. Campers take electives across aquatics, arts, athletics and science and adventure, and the camp says it offers 50+ activities. Sessions run two weeks, with one-week options, and a counselor-in-training program is offered for older campers.

As published: 2027 tuition: one week $2,450 before Nov. 1 and $2,600 after; two weeks $4,800 before Nov. 1 and $5,100 after; four-week counselor-in-training program $8,125 or $8,300. Bus service is an additional $200 each way.

Ages 8–17 · $1,900–$3,700/session

Overnight live-action role-playing camps run by The Story School, where campers complete STEAM lessons to earn abilities and then battle monsters in an ongoing story. Camp Fable serves ages 8 to 16 in two-week sessions and Camp Grimoire is a teen week for ages 14 to 17. The camp states it is fully inclusive of LGBTQIA+ and neurodiverse campers, and the organization has operated since 2013.

As published: 2027 pre-registration prices: Camp Fable $3,700 per two-week session (three sessions), Camp Grimoire $1,900 for one week; pre-registration saves up to $300 per session; camp page states prices range from $1,800 to $3,800 depending on length and type

Ages 5–12

Camp Falmouth is a traditional YMCA Cape Cod day camp operating out of the Morse Pond School in Falmouth, serving ages 5–12 with sports, crafts, outdoor education, team-building, water play, and STEM offerings, plus theme weeks throughout the summer.

As published: Not published

Kindergarten to grade 8 (about ages 4–13)

A state-licensed YMCA day camp at 97 Salmon Brook Street for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade, with swimming, swim instruction, archery, a climbing wall, gaga, arts and crafts, nature adventures and field trips. The 2026 schedule ran ten themed weeks from June 16 to August 21; the page says 2027 pricing and registration are coming soon.

As published: Weekly camp price not shown on the current page (2027 pricing "coming soon"); Y vacation days listed at $85/day for members and $115/day for program participants; before and after care (7-9 am, 4-6 pm) included in camp price; financial assistance and Care 4 Kids accepted

Ages 5–17 · $375–$2,000/session

Camp Farnsworth is a 240-plus-acre overnight and day Girl Scout camp with its own 50-acre lake in Thetford Center, serving girls in grades K–11 through weeklong resident sessions, short campettes, and specialty programs such as horseback riding. The camp traces its roots to 1909 and became a Girl Scout property in 1959.

As published: Programs range roughly $200–$2,000 depending on session length (e.g., 2-night sessions ~$375; 5-night ~$800–$950; 12-night ~$1,500–$2,000); $100 non-refundable deposit required at registration

Ages 7–13 · $225/week

Camp Foster is the summer day camp of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester, set on 20 acres in Bedford. Campers entering grades 2 to 7 spend the day swimming, boating, doing arts and crafts, athletics, STEM activities, performing arts and a ropes course, and ride buses from the Union Street Clubhouse in Manchester. The club also runs Kidz Kamp for grades K-1 and a Tween/Teen program for grades 6 to 12.

As published: 2026: $225 per week for Camp Foster (grades 2-7), Kidz Kamp (grades K-1) and the full-day Tween/Teen program; 10 weeks beginning June 22, 2026, 6:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday, breakfast and dinner included

Pre-K to grade 12 (about ages 3–17)

One-week June sessions at Greenwich Academy open to boys and girls entering pre-K through grade 12 from any school, offering enrichment and athletics programs. The 2026 weeks ran June 2-5 (athletics) and June 8 through June 25, with registration through CampMinder.

As published: Tuition ranges $300 to $725 (per program/week)

Kindergarten to grade 4 (about ages 4–9)

Greens Farms Academy's Camp GFA for rising K-4 students rotates campers through Art & Nature, Outdoor Games and STEAM periods. The school also runs summer academics and sports programs.

As published: Not published

Ages 5–15

A YMCA state-licensed day camp at 30 High Street for ages 5-11, with field trips, arts and crafts, archery, STEM, nature and sports, plus a separate teen camp for ages 12-15 that explores Connecticut attractions and does community service. It serves Andover, Colchester, Glastonbury, Hebron, Marlborough and nearby towns, with 2026 weeks from June 22 to August 21.

As published: Not published (2027 pricing "coming soon")

Ages 6–15

Camp Green Mountain is a YMCA-run municipal day camp at the Bennington Recreation Center for children entering grades 1–9, combining STEAM activities, swim time, field/group games, and field trips, with the Town of Bennington subsidizing part of the weekly cost.

As published: $70 per one-week session (the Town of Bennington subsidizes an additional $29 per child per one-week session)

$250/week

A budget-friendly, scholarship-supported day camp on a 95-acre riverside site in Saunderstown, running 8 one-week sessions at $250 each. It's a nonprofit community camp built around broad accessibility rather than a specialty niche, and — beyond the low weekly price and scholarship availability — publishes little about staffing or enrollment size.

As published: $250 per session (8 one-week sessions over the summer); "generous scholarships available"

Ages 11–15

Camp Harbor View is a free summer camp on Long Island in Boston Harbor for City of Boston students entering grades 6 through 9. Programs combine swimming in a 50-meter pool, sailing, kayaking and fishing in the harbor, sports, arts and hands-on science with leadership development, including a ropes course. Three meals a day and round-trip transportation are included, and the camp is fully enrolled each year before summer.

As published: Free to attend for eligible Boston residents (2026); three sessions: June 29 to July 16, July 20 to August 6, August 10 to August 21

An overnight summer camp at 127 Babcock Hill Road for campers with developmental disabilities or special needs, offering recreation and respite in two-week sessions across eight weeks. Campers and counselors bunk together in cabins, with swimming, boating, arts, music, performing arts and evening campfires.

As published: Not published (fees refer to a registration policies document)

Ages 5–13

A YMCA day camp at 11 Pinney Street for ages 5-13, with outdoor time in a wooded wetland nature preserve, archery, a low ropes course, swimming and swim instruction, arts, music, drama and STEM, plus weekly guests and field trips. Camp runs 9 am to 3:30 pm and 2026 weekly themes are posted; 2027 pricing is coming soon.

As published: Not published (2027 pricing "coming soon"); $20 per week per child deposit at registration; early and late care available for an additional cost; financial assistance and Care 4 Kids accepted

Ages 8–16

A day camp run on the Kingswood Oxford private-school campus in West Hartford, entering roughly its 14th summer (founded ~2012), offering 55+ specialized sports, academics, arts, and outdoor-adventure programs for grades 3–11 with tiered early-bird/standard weekly and two-week pricing. It's positioned as an academically-branded, school-affiliated alternative to the area's YMCA and nonprofit day camps.

As published: 2026 per-week pricing: Early Bird (Jan 9–Mar 31) Half-day $375–$625, Full-day $400–$575, Two-week programs $1,100; Standard (after Mar 31) Half-day $375–$675, Full-day $400–$600, Two-week programs $1,200. $50/week non-refundable deposit

Ages 5–15

Arts and science day camp at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC in Newton for campers entering grades K through 9, with a counselor-in-training program for incoming 9th graders. Offerings include staged musicals, visual arts, sports and swimming, STEM, cooking and filmmaking, with Shabbat celebrations built into the week. The camp states it is licensed by the local board of health and follows Massachusetts DPH regulations.

As published: Not published on the camp page ($75 per week deposit at registration; 2027 rates listed as coming soon)

A summer day camp on the Nantucket Lighthouse School campus with outdoor play, daily art and science projects, water games and weekly field trips for older groups. Campers are in four age groups (Fireflies, Beacons, Starbucks, Keepers).

As published: Not published (rates are on an image on the sessions page); financial aid offered

Camp Mah-Kee-Nac is a boys' overnight camp in Lenox with an elective-based program covering sports, outdoor adventure, waterfront, STEM, and media. It offers full-season, two-session, and two-week Mini Mak options for younger boys.

As published: 2027: full season (June 26-Aug 11) $16,700; Session 1 (June 26-July 22) $11,125; Session 2 (July 22-Aug 11) $9,515; Mini Mak (two weeks) $6,300 per session. 2026 Mini Mak was listed at $5,980 per a search snippet of the camp's page (not independently re-fetched).

Ages 5–16 · $540–$620/week

A traditional YMCA summer day camp on the Mahackeno Outdoor Center campus for campers entering kindergarten through grade 10. Campers are grouped in cabins by grade and each of nine weeks has a theme, such as Color Wars, Amazing Race and Shipwrecked and Soaked. Staff are described as going through rigorous training.

As published: 2027 weeks 1-9: members $540 per week, community members $620 per week; one-time $60 registration fee and $50 per week deposit; pre-camp care $125 per week, post-camp care $250 per week

Ages 4–15 · $257–$328/week

Camp Mansfield is a traditional outdoor day camp run by the Town of Mansfield Parks and Recreation Department for campers age 4 1/2 to 15. It is held on the grounds of Mansfield Middle School, Schoolhouse Brook Park and Bicentennial Pond, with groups set by the grade a camper enters in the fall. The camp states that staff are certified in First Aid, CPR and AED and that it has a campers-with-special-needs inclusion process.

As published: 2026 full-week resident rates: Explorers (grades K-6) $257, Adventurers (grades 7-9) $318; non-resident rates $267 and $328. Shorter first weeks, KinderCamp half days and optional Camp Care cost extra or less.

Ages 6–16 · $360–$770/week

Day and overnight camp run by the Worcester County 4-H Center at 92 McCormick Road in Spencer, with a traditional program for ages 6 to 16 and horse camp programs for ages 8 and up. Overnight campers stay in rustic cabins without electricity, and every day includes at least one water activity. The site states the camp was established in 1952 and displays an ACA accreditation logo (ACA-accredited).

As published: 2026 weekly rates: traditional day camp $470, horse day camp $770, traditional overnight (Sunday to Friday) $700, mini overnight $360; extended day adds $75 per week; archery and paintball target shooting $25 per week each; CIT $825 per two-week session

A Scouting America reservation at 221 Mt. Tobe Road (open since 1938) with Scouts BSA resident camp, Cub Scout day camp, and a STEM day camp open to non-Scouts for grades 3-8 ($350/week, July 6-10 and July 13-17, 9 AM to 3:30 PM). The camp is licensed by the State of Connecticut as a day and resident youth camp and nationally accredited by Scouting America.

As published: STEM day camp $350 per week; other program fees Not published

Ages 6–13 · $150–$175/week

Camp Memphremagog is Newport's municipal summer day camp, based at Prouty Beach on Lake Memphremagog for children entering grades 1–7, with themed weeks (Jurassic Week, STEM Week, Around the World Week, etc.) and CPR/First-Aid-certified staff.

As published: 1-week session: $150 (resident) / $175 (non-resident); 2-week: $300/$350; 4-week bundle: $500/$600; full summer: $1,000/$1,200

Ages 5–13

A YMCA of Greater Boston day camp at 137 Lexington Street in Woburn where campers rotate weekly through arts and crafts, STEM, performance, archery, sports and swimming. The North Suburban YMCA also runs Voyagers trip camp (9-13), a dance camp and a sports camp.

As published: 2026 per week: Mini (5-6) $400 member / $475 non-member; Mighty (7-13) $330 / $400; Voyagers (9-13) $410 / $500; Dance camp (5-13) $350 / $425. Hours 7:30am to 5:30pm

Ages 7–17

Girl Scouts of Maine's wilderness overnight camp on Lower Togue Pond at the entrance to Baxter State Park, with views of Mt. Katahdin. Adventure programs and Junior Maine Guide programs are offered.

As published: Not published on the pages read (the council points to a 2026 Camp Guide); $40 non-refundable registration deposit per session

Kindergarten to grade 8 (about ages 4–13)

A YMCA day camp for children in grades K-8 held at Mayberry Elementary School, with weekly themes, field trips, specialty camps, sports and STEAM activities. The 2026 season ran nine weeks from June 15 to August 14; 2027 pricing and registration are listed as coming soon.

As published: Not published (2027 pricing "coming soon"); camp day 9 am to 4 pm with before and after care 7-9 am and 4-6 pm; financial assistance and Care 4 Kids accepted

Ages 5–15

A traditional YMCA state-licensed day camp held at Hanmer Elementary School for ages 5-15, with a weekly theme, arts and crafts, sports, nature, STEM, field trips and special guests. Morning and afternoon care is provided at no additional cost; 2026 weekly themes are posted and 2027 pricing is coming soon.

As published: Not published (2027 pricing "coming soon"); AM and PM care included at no extra cost

Scouting America's resident camp for the Katahdin Area Council at the base of Black Cap Mountain on Little Fitts Pond, on 1,800 acres of Maine woods. It runs week-long camps for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA with hiking, swimming, canoeing, archery, STEM and Project C.O.P.E.

As published: Not published on the pages read

An Old Colony YMCA day camp at 635 Plymouth Street in East Bridgewater with low and high ropes courses, an outdoor pool, hands-on science, theme days and family fun nights. It also offers archery, sports, arts and crafts and environmental awareness.

As published: Traditional week "as low as $345 for members and $415 for non-members" (page undated, 2026 session listed)

Ages 6–15 · $550–$675/week

A sailing and marine science day camp on Holly Pond and Long Island Sound at Cove Island Park, for children entering grades 1 through 9, with a Counselors in Training program for ages 14 and 15. Each one-week session has a theme and a typical day mixes animal encounters, swimming, sailing, art and science experiments. The camp lists certified sailing instructors, lifeguards and CPR and First Aid certified counselors.

As published: 2026 tuition per week: $550 (entering grade 1), $595 (grades 2 and 3-4 groups listed), $675 (older groups); four-day week 3 is discounted; $150 non-refundable deposit per session; early camp $25 and late camp $100

Kindergarten to grade 8 (about ages 4–13)

A day camp for children entering K-8 based at Jefferson Elementary School in Norwalk, with campers going to the Wilton YMCA on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for swimming, ropes course, archery, mini-golf and sports. The page lists summer 2027 (8 AM to 3 PM, extended care to 6 PM), with breakfast and lunch included in 2026.

As published: Not published on the web page (separate 2027 pricing sheet PDF); financial assistance and Care 4 Kids accepted

Ages 5–11

Camp WCC at 2 Rice Street in Worcester is a KE Camps day camp for ages 5-11 built around golf and tennis sessions, daily swimming for full-day campers, arts and crafts, group games and STEM challenges. Full-day hours are 9:00am-3:30pm, half-day 9:00am-12:30pm.

As published: 2027 rates not yet posted ("coming soon"); fees listed: $45 one-time registration, $26 weekly mandatory lunch charge

Ages 3–13

An ACA-accredited YMCA of Greater Boston day camp at 615 Washington Street in Brighton for ages 3-13, with group games, swimming, STEM and creative exploration. Hours are 7:30am to 5:30pm across ten summer sessions.

As published: 2026 per week: ages 3-4 $400 member / $475 non-member; 5-6 $400 / $475; 7-13 $330 / $400

Ages 4–15 · $260–$375/week

A traditional YMCA day camp on 87 lakefront acres in Coventry, offering a spread of tracks — half-day for ages 4–6, a traditional full-day program, an "immersive" option, specialty camps, and a Leaders-in-Training pathway — at weekly rates roughly $260–$375. It reads as a large, activity-rich, classic YMCA outdoor camp, though the branch publishes little about staff hiring, training, or overall camper capacity beyond noting that specialty instructors have relevant field backgrounds.

As published: Traditional Camp $355/week; Half-Day Camp (ages 4–6) $260/week; Immersive Camp $375/week; Specialty Camp $375/week; Leaders in Training $355/week

A Scouting America resident camp on more than 300 acres on Panther Pond in Raymond in Maine's Sebago Lakes region, with merit badges, waterfronts, a STEM center, a craft shop and shooting ranges. It celebrates its centennial season in 2027.

As published: 2026: per week, early bird $535 (ended April 30, 2026) or regular $585; camperships, sibling and multi-week discounts; leader fees: 2 free adult leaders for 2-8 Scouts, $120 per additional leader. Weekly sessions in 2026: June 28-July 3, July 5-10, July 12-17, July 19-24

Ages 6–16

A faith-based, need-based overnight camp on Lake Massapoag operated by the Salvation Army since 1924, serving children ages 6–14 (plus separate senior-citizen programming), with tuition determined case-by-case through the family's local Salvation Army office rather than a flat published rate.

As published: Not published on pages accessed. Site states cost "will vary according to your location" and is determined by contacting the family's local Salvation Army office — no flat published tuition figure. campwonderland.org (https://www.campwonderland.org/)

Ages 3–14

An independent school's summer program at Cape Cod Academy offering mix-and-match half-day and full-day camps in sports, science and technology, arts, cooking and swimming (heated outdoor pool). Instructors are Cape Cod Academy faculty and programs are sanctioned by the Town of Barnstable Department of Public Health.

As published: 2026 per week: arts and crafts $360; most science, coding, cooking and sports half-day $320-$380; Science by the Sea (full day, ages 8-12) $590; Nike Soccer $359 half day or $469 full day (Mon-Thu); Red Sky Sports Academy $350; no 2027 prices yet

Ages 5–14 · $375–$750/week

Cape Cod Camp is Falmouth Academy's summer program a mile from the ocean, offering sports, art, academics, technology, acting, basketball, and music for campers in three age-based tracks: Camp Mariner (5–6), Camp Seafarer (7–9), and Camp Navigator (10–14).

As published: Half-day, 5-day week: $375; full-day, 5-day week: $750 (2026 rates)

Ages 3–14

Cape Elizabeth Community Services runs the town's municipal summer camp programs — Little Cubs (ages 3.8 to kindergarten), Adventure Camp (grades 1-6), and Teen Extreme (grades 7-8) — plus roughly 40 specialty camps, serving over 200 campers per week across seven weeks each summer on the town's school campuses and community center.

As published: Not published

Ages 6–12 · $110–$225/week

Capital Kids Day Camp is the City of Montpelier's long-running municipal day camp for grades 1–6, based at the Montpelier Recreation Area with access to the pool, playground, tennis courts, ball fields, trails, and Hubbard Park. It has been described by the department as a seasonal highlight for over 17 years.

As published: $175/week (resident, 1st camper) / $225 (non-resident); half-day option $110 (resident) / $145 (non-resident); discounted rate for additional siblings

Ages 8–15

A summer program at an independent boys' boarding school (the summer session is open to girls and boys ages 8-15) on a 525-acre lakeside campus, mixing morning academics with afternoon recreation. It is offered as a four-week session or two two-week sessions.

As published: Not published on the main summer page (tuition is on a separate Dates, Rates, and Financial Aid page that could not be loaded)

Ages 3–13

An ACA-accredited YMCA of Greater Boston day camp at 863 Great Plain Avenue in Needham with group games, swimming, STEM and creative activities, plus a Voyagers field-trip camp for ages 7-13. Half-day and full-day options exist for the youngest campers.

As published: 2026 per week: ages 3-6 half day $400 member / $475 non-member, full day $450 / $525; Voyagers (7-13) $410 / $500. Full day 7:30am to 5:00pm

Ages 6–7

Short themed camps at the Children's Museum in Dover, such as Ancient Greek Discovery and Eco Builders STEAM Discovery, held 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. over three days. Each begins with museum play time and outdoor park time when weather allows.

As published: 2026: $165 per three-day camp ($145 members)

Ages 7–16

The Children's School of Science in Woods Hole is a summer science school for ages 7 to 16 that uses inquiry-based learning, hands-on classroom study and frequent field trips around Cape Cod. Courses listed include Seashore Life, Marine Biology, Oceanography, Entomology, Herpetology, Botany, Nature Photography and Biological Illustration. The 2026 program ran in two three-week sessions.

As published: Not published

Ages 4–13

Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens in Boothbay runs themed weekly day camps in the Gardens for children from about age 4 to 13. Half-day nature camps for younger children explore fields, forests, ponds and wetlands, while longer art and STEAM camps for ages 8 or 9 to 13 cover topics such as botanical drawing and graphic novels, and pastel painting. Aftercare called Extended Explorations is available on some camps.

As published: Not published on the 2026 camp pages (prices appear only at ticket selection, and members save 20%). Nature Adventure Camp runs 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with aftercare 1:30 to 4 p.m. Scholarships are available for families with financial need.

Grades 6 to 12 (about ages 10–17)

A one-week marine science day program at Northeastern's Marine Science Center in Nahant with tidepool and shoreline field work, lab tours and scientist visits. Separate sessions run for middle school and high school students.

As published: $600 for the 5-day program ($300 deposit); 2026 was full, 2027 dates to be announced in late fall 2026 with registration expected in February 2027

Kindergarten to grade 12 (about ages 4–17)

A nonprofit computer science school in Amesbury running 2026 summer weeks in coding, game development, robotics (LEGO EV3, VEX), Minecraft engineering, 3D printing, drones, VR and esports, grouped by grade. Most weeks run Monday to Thursday, 9 to 2, with a new extended day to 4.

As published: Not published (each camp's "More Info" link was not read)

Grades 1 to 6 (about ages 5–11)

A nature-based day camp on the College of the Atlantic campus for children entering grades 1 to 6, led by a certified team. Part of COA's summer programs alongside pre-college courses.

As published: Not published

Ages 10–17

Community Boating Inc. runs a Junior Program on the Charles River in Boston for youth ages 10 to 17 who can swim 50 yards, with classes from Beginner Sailing through keelboat, Laser and windsurfing, plus kayaking, paddling, STEM classes, an Instructor-in-Training program and a Race Team. Classes run five or ten weekdays, mornings, afternoons or full days, and are taught by nationally certified instructors. Fees follow a need-based sliding scale that covers membership, classes and boat use.

As published: 2026: all-inclusive need-based sliding scale from $1 to $450, with monthly payment plans available before May 1

Ages 4–16 · $215–$430/week

The Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation runs the Jamestown Sea Adventure Camp, an eight-week sailing and marine-education day camp for ages 4-16 based at Fort Getty in Jamestown, now in its 25th year. Programs range from a land-based "Explorers" group for the youngest campers through sailing-focused "Strictly Sailin'" and leadership tracks for older teens.

As published: 2026 Prices: half-day programs $215, full-day (9am-4pm) $430; "All prices are per camper, per week."

Ages 3–15 · $660–$890/week

ACA-accredited day camp on the Concord Academy campus in downtown Concord, with traditional camps for ages 3 through rising 9th graders plus week-long specialty camps and a young writers workshop. Campers get swimming lessons, arts, ceramics, woodshop, sports and river canoeing, and a hot lunch is served daily in the dining hall.

As published: 2026 tuition: Kiddie Camp (half day) $660 per week, Traditional Day Camp $890 per week, Teen Leaders Adventure Camp $1,850 to $2,050 per two-week session; $100 per week nonrefundable deposit; before and after care extra

Ages 4–13 · $410/week

Small-group outdoor day camps at the Connecticut Audubon Society's Fairfield Nature Center and Larsen Sanctuary for ages 4 to 5, children who have completed kindergarten through grade 5, and a Travel Adventure Camp for completed grades 6 to 7, plus a Counselor in Training program for ages 14 to 18. Weekly themes focus on exploring wildlife and habitats. Families must hold a Chickadee-level or higher Connecticut Audubon membership to register.

As published: 2026 camp fee $410 per week ($328 for four-day weeks); Counselor in Training $150 per week; Chickadee-level membership ($58 family) or higher required

Ages 8–18

Courageous Sailing in Charlestown (Pier 4) and Jamaica Pond runs a Steps to Lead summer sailing program and the free Swim Sail Science program for ages 8-18. Course fees are based on financial need and entry is by lottery.

As published: Course fees based on financial need; Swim Sail Science free

Da Vinci Jr runs art, science and robotics summer camps with a 1:6 staff-to-student ratio, designed by veteran educators and described as screen-free and hands-on. Past summers included robot battles, rocket launches, live animals and opera.

As published: Not published

Ages 4–11

A childcare and summer camp program in Cumberland County combining nature-based learning with Montessori principles, with themed weeks (vet, mystery, art, engineering) at Freeport, Falmouth, Pineland Farms, Yarmouth and North Yarmouth locations. Founded in 1999; Kristen Tripp has owned it since 2018.

As published: Not published (directory lists under $500 per week)

Ages 3–10

A seven-week nature camp (June 22 to August 7, 2026), 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, with weekly themes and hands-on outdoor activities and animal care. Our Living Planet serves ages 3-6 and Eco Explorers serves ages 7-10.

As published: 2026: $710 per week ($660 early bird); the four-day Week 2 is $568 ($528 early bird); Eco Explorers extended day to 3 PM adds $175 per week. One need-based scholarship

Ages 3–14

A traditional Jewish community day camp on a 15-acre campus at the Stamford JCC for ages 3 to 4 and for kindergarten through grade 8, with a Counselor in Training program. Campers swim twice daily and use an adventure course with zip-lines, rock climbing and an archery range, with sports, STEAM, arts and cooking, and Shabbat observed weekly. Groups are capped at 20 campers with 2 to 3 counselors for the traditional program.

As published: 2027 early-bird rates (effective through 12/15/26): member tuition tables run from $1,625 for a two-week enrollment to $5,755 or $6,390 for eight weeks depending on program and hours; community rates are higher (for example $6,620 and $7,445 for eight weeks); two-week minimum enrollment; $100 security fee per camper

Ages 4–15

Derby Academy in Hingham offers four half-day or full-day summer tracks for ages 4 to 15: Camp Derby, Summer Arts, Summer STEM and Summer Sports. Families book one, two or three weeks across a seven-week season in 2026. The site describes experienced instructors and small groups.

As published: Weekly tuition not stated on the program page reviewed.

Ages 5–12

The Advent School in Beacon Hill runs two-week design and engineering summer programs for ages 5-12 with city field trips and a final Design Expo. Partnership programs for grades 3-6 add hiking and nature painting.

As published: 2026: two-week programs $1,250-$1,350; Partnership one week $900 ($800 for June 15-26), two weeks $1,650 ($1,550 for June 15-26)

Ages 3–18 · $432–$865/week

Dexter Summer is the camp of Dexter Southfield School, held on its 36-acre Brookline campus five miles from downtown Boston. It offers a Junior Camp for ages 3.5 to 5 and a themed weekly Day Camp for ages 6 to 10, plus specialty camps in hockey, basketball, soccer, volleyball, robotics, musical theater and Spanish immersion for ages up to 18. Eight bus routes serve the Boston area.

As published: 2026 Day Camp weeks listed at $692 to $865 per week and Junior Camp full day $692 to $865 and half day $432 to $540 per week; bus $110 per week; before camp $20 per day and after camp $40 per day; $250 non-refundable deposit per week

Kindergarten to grade 8 (about ages 4–13)

Seven weeks of themed hands-on science camps (Game Week, Earth Week, Music Week, Engineering Week, Space Week, Prehistoric Week, Mad Scientist Week) for grades K-8, starting June 22 in 2026. Camp runs 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM with early drop-off from 8:30 and paid extended care.

As published: Not published on the page (member, military and SHU employee discounts and scholarships available)

Ages 5–18

Duxbury Bay Maritime School offers summer day programs on Duxbury Bay for ages 5 to 18, including junior sailing, junior rowing, paddlesports and marine science and fishing. Its Maritime Adventures program for ages 6 to 11 combines sailing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, rowing and snorkeling with marine science such as touch tanks and STEM challenges. Classes follow the tides.

As published: Not published on the program pages reviewed.

Ages 6–9 · $400–$440/week

ECHO is Burlington's lakefront science and nature museum, offering STEM-themed day camps (science, stewardship, engineering design) for children entering grades 1–3 that draw on the museum's exhibits, live species, and waterfront location, led by dedicated STEM educators.

As published: 2026 week-long camps $400 members, $440 non-members (from site search snippet; page itself returned 403)

Ages 2–15

A nature-center summer camp in Westport welcoming campers of all abilities from age 2 through age 15, with weekly sessions from mid-June through mid-August. Staff are described as trained and engaged.

As published: Not published

Ages 5–11 · $250/week

Ten-week full-day summer program run by the East End House neighborhood settlement in Cambridge for children from kindergarten through fifth grade, serving 52 children each day. The day includes weekly field trips, swimming lessons and free swim, sports, art, science and reading. The house also runs a separate summer middle school program.

As published: $250 per week ($50 per day); program hours 7:30am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday; limited financial assistance for families in need, and vouchers from some resource and referral agencies are accepted

Ages 5–12 · $375–$425/week

Weekly themed science and nature day camp at the EcoTarium museum and zoo in Worcester for children ages 5 to 12, grouped by age. Weeks cover topics such as outdoor adventures, creature features, space, engineering and forensic science, with animal ambassador visits and a Counselor in Training program for ages 13 to 15. The camp states it is licensed by the local Board of Health under Massachusetts DPH regulations.

As published: 2026 weekly sessions: $375 for returning campers (until Dec 31), $395 general registration (Jan 1 to June 1), $425 late registration; $75 deposit; Counselor in Training $760 for a four-week session

Grades 3 to 9 (about ages 7–14)

Edge on Science (founded 2013) runs STEM summer camps at Lasell University in Newton, Ocean Alliance in Gloucester and The Governor's Academy in Byfield, for rising grades 3-9 with a counselor-in-training program for rising grades 10-12. Topics include space science, drone and code, hexapod robotics, marine science, rocketry and bridge building.

As published: Not published; multi-week discounts of $50 off a second week, $75 off a third and $100 off a fourth or later week

$365/week

A hands-on museum workshop on the historic site of Eli Whitney's armory in Hamden that runs week-long camps for young builders and experimenters. The 2026 schedule lists over 50 workshops across 11 weeks, each grouped by age band, such as woodworking, robotics, ceramics, theater, sewing and model building. Tuition assistance funds are available.

As published: 2026 workshops listed at $365 per child per week (full-day, 9am to 3pm); extended care 8-9am $10 per day and 3-5:30pm $25 per day

Ages 4–15

Everwood Day Camp in Sharon serves Pre-K through 10th grade, ages 4-15, with swim instruction, waterfront, athletics, arts, STEAM, a ropes course and kayak races. It offers bus transportation and is licensed by the local board of health and affiliated with the ACA and MCA.

As published: 2027: $1,995 for one two-week session, $3,945 for two, $5,710 for three, $7,120 for four, $7,640 for the full nine weeks; $150 per week deposit

Grades 7 to 12 (about ages 11–17)

A summer academic program at Phillips Exeter Academy for students in grades 7-12, taught by experienced faculty using the Harkness method, in a program the school calls more than a century old. More than 600 students attend from over 40 countries.

As published: 2027: day students $8,250 (includes three academic courses); families earning under $150,000 pay no tuition

Ages 13–15 · $750–$1,300/season

Exeter's Parks and Recreation Department runs a Teen Summer Adventure Camp for students entering grades 8-9, an eight-week program (June-August) that includes an opening Camp Open House where counselors are introduced to families.

As published: $1,250 (residents) / $1,300 (non-residents) for the full 8 weeks; $750/$775 for a 4-week session; a 3% processing fee applies to card payments

Ages 7–12

Weekly history, archaeology and arts day camps for ages 7-12 at the Fairfield Museum, July 27 to August 21, 2026 (9 AM to 3 PM). Themes include Spy Camp, Innovation Camp, Archaeology Camp and History Camp: 1976 Edition.

As published: Not published on the camp page

Ages 3–15

The summer program of Fay School in Southborough (MetroWest outskirts), serving ages 3 to 15 with a Classic Day Camp (age 3 to Grade 6), Specialty Camps, Voyager and Spotlight Camps (Grades 6-9), plus overnight academic programs. Campus facilities include two pools, a ropes and adventure course, indoor climbing wall, theater and wood shop.

As published: Base day camp tuition for 2026 is published only as an image (not readable); published text prices: Horseback Riding Specialty Camp $1,400 per two-week session, morning care $95/week, afternoon care $110/week; 2027 rates not yet published (registration to open in fall 2026)

Fessenden School in West Newton runs day camps for girls and boys from age 3.5 through grade 10, with Lower, Middle, Upper and Teen Trippers groups plus sports, STEM, makerspace, squash and musical theater specialty camps. The 2027 season runs June 14 to August 20, 2027.

As published: 2027: $915/week full day (Pre-K to entering grade 7); $675/week half day (age 3.5 to Pre-K); $950/week Teen Trippers; specialty camps from $548 to $950/week; On Broadway musical theater $1,900 for two weeks

Ages 10–17 · $1,400/session

The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire runs two-week aviation and aerospace day camps at its Londonderry location for ages 10 to 17. Campers study aviation history, aerospace engineering, flight simulation, weather forecasting and air traffic control, and take field trips such as airport visits.

As published: 2026: $1,400 per two-week session, payment plans available; financial aid covers up to 75 percent of the cost

Ages 3–10 · $300–$375/week

Five-week themed day camp at the French American School of Rhode Island, open to French and non-French speakers, with bilingual staff. Weekly themes in 2026 included Sports Week, Animal Kingdom, Around the World, Mad Science and Ocean Week, with cooking, crafts, science and sports.

As published: 2026: $300 for week 1, $375 for each of weeks 2 to 5, or $1,725 for all five weeks. Lunch and snacks are not included.

Kindergarten to grade 6 (about ages 4–11)

A girls-only summer camp from Girls Inc. of New Hampshire for girls entering kindergarten through grade 6, held in Nashua and Manchester. 2026 enrollment was open with Manchester full and limited spots in Nashua.

As published: Not published on the camp page (Hippo Press 2026 roundup lists $225, with a sliding scale; third-party, not confirmed on the official page)

Ages 5–14

Girls Inc. of Worcester runs summer programming June 29 to August 14, 2026: InnovateHer (ages 5-14) at 125 Providence Street in Worcester and Camp Kinneywood (ages 6-12) at 50 Stonehouse Road in Holden. Activities include swimming, kayaking, crafts, hiking and STEM, for girls and participants who identify as girls.

As published: Weekly price not published; $30 non-refundable weekly deposit applied to that week's payment; financial assistance available

Grades 7 to 8 (about ages 11–13)

A residential week on Penikese Island for girls entering 7th and 8th grade, with STEAM and nature workshops such as marine biology, shellfish aquaculture, bird nesting habitats, electronics and robotics, microscopy, oceanography, landscape painting and fish dissections. Campers stay Monday through Friday; five weeks ran July 6 to August 7, 2026.

As published: $1,500 per week (2026); scholarships available; 2026 enrollment full, 2027 not listed

Grades 9 to 12 (about ages 13–17)

A hands-on summer STEM program, "From Harbor to Helix," run by the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy (Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute) for rising 9th graders through 2026 graduates, with environmental sampling aboard a Maritime Gloucester schooner and lab work in DNA extraction, PCR and metabarcoding. 2026 sessions were June 29 to July 2 and July 6 to 10 (waitlist).

As published: $525 per student, $475 each for siblings (2026); need-based aid available; includes supplies, lab coat and lab manual

Grades 9 to 11 (about ages 13–16)

Vermont's residential summer enrichment program for high school students, with institutes in arts, engineering, entrepreneurship, global issues, health and medicine, math, technology and design, weather and climate, and youth action, held on college campuses. The page calls it Vermont's longest-running accelerated enrichment program; applications are closed until next season.

As published: Sliding scale by household income, as low as $10 per the site; third-party payer rate $3,100 (short course) or $3,400 (long course)

Ages 6–12

A land-trust nature day camp that began in 1998 as a volunteer-led one-week event and has grown to a six-week program. Campers explore Harpswell's twenty preserves, tide pools, salt marshes, forests and fields with games, arts, science and hands-on exploration.

As published: 2026: ages 6-8 $275 per week (9:00-2:00; optional aftercare 2:00-3:00 for $75 per week); ages 9-12 $300 per week (9:00-3:00); HHLT members get $15 off

Ages 4–10

A summer program of The Hundred Acre School for ages 4 to 7, with museum adventures across the Heritage grounds in mornings and classroom STEM in afternoons, plus a Lego program for ages 5-10. Sessions run 8:30 to 2:30.

As published: 2026 per week: $475 (5-day), $425 (4-day), $375 (3-day); Lego program $575/week; $250 non-refundable deposit; 2026 sessions listed as full; no 2027 dates listed

Ages 3–15 · $305–$560/week

The Hitchcock Center for the Environment in Amherst runs day camps outdoors: Chickadee Camp for rising kindergartners, Nature Camp for grades 1 to 6 and Leadership Training Camp for grades 7 to 9. Themes include soil creatures, local wildlife, outdoor science and inventing, and the older group adds caving, hikes and overnight camping. Families choose from sliding-scale price tiers, and teens can apply as counselors in training.

As published: 2026 sliding-scale tiers A, B, C. Nature Camp one week $560, $465 or $395, two weeks $1,080, $900 or $765. Chickadee Camp one week $435, $360 or $305. Leadership Training Camp two weeks $1,065, $930 or $810. $150 deposit.

Ages 3–17

Hockomock Area YMCA runs five day camps in Foxboro, Franklin, Mansfield, North Attleboro and Bellingham (Camp Blackhawk), with core day camp plus specialty, STEAM, swim, gymnastics, inclusion and teen programs. The 2026 season opened with a preschool welcome week on June 8 and all campers on June 15.

As published: Not published

Ages 3–13 · $1,425–$1,475/session

A long-running (since 1954, per a third-party source) traditional day camp in the Naugatuck Valley/Greater Waterbury area, marketed as the "resort" of day camps with amenities like an American Ninja Warrior course, a maker-space cabin, a high-ropes course, and transportation from over 50 towns. It's ACA-accredited and prices by two-week session with weekly proration available.

As published: 2026 per-two-week-session pricing: $1,425 before Dec 1, 2025 / $1,475 after. Weekly enrollment available, prorated to roughly half the session price. $500 deposit per camper

Ages 3–14

Hopkinton Summer Day Camp is the MetroWest YMCA's flagship outdoor day camp on a 122-acre campus, serving ages 3–16 through Junior, Middler, and Senior units with an executive team citing 40+ combined years of camp experience.

As published: $50/week non-refundable deposit per child; optional lunch $30/week; transportation $45 one-way per week; financial assistance available via Y-Assist

A residential summer program on the 800-acre Hotchkiss campus for middle and high school students, with two-week courses such as rocketry, DNA science, environmental science, climbing, fly fishing, theatre, piano and writing, plus afternoon and evening activities like swimming, hiking and crafts. The 2027 sessions run June 27 to July 10 and July 11 to 24, 2027.

As published: 2027: Rocketry course $5,250 per two-week session (other courses not checked); tuition includes room, board, course expenses and health center needs; specialized afternoon options cost extra

Ages 5–11

A seven-week half-day and extended-day program run by the Hull Lifesaving Museum for ages 5-11, with a different theme each week of hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, history, science and arts. In 2026 it ran Tuesday to Thursday from July 7 to August 20, with a separate Summer Explorers program based at the museum's Windmill Point Boathouse.

As published: 2026: morning (9:00-12:30) $120 members / $130 non-members; extended day (9:00-2:30) $180 / $195

Ages 12–18 · $1,750–$2,500/session

The Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership runs overnight science programs of 6 to 11 days on Hurricane Island in Penobscot Bay, for middle and high school students. The 2027 programs include terrestrial and marine ecology, oceanography, snorkeling for science, art and marine science, and an Advanced Ocean Lab. Tuition covers boat transportation between Rockland and the island, housing, meals and programming.

As published: 2027: $1,750 per program for the 6-day middle school and high school programs, and $2,500 for the Advanced Ocean Lab, all inclusive of transportation between Rockland and Hurricane Island, housing, meals, snacks and programming.

A summer nature camp on the 280-acre Indian Rock Nature Preserve run by the Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, with archery, canoeing and kayaking, fishing, hiking, animal care, art, water sports and model rocketry. Sessions run June through August, and 2026 registration opened March 1.

As published: Not published on the page (a 2026 brochure link was not retrievable); financial assistance available

Ages 5–14

Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary runs nature day camps for ages 5-14, from Young Naturalists to Canoe Adventures and Environmental Teen Leaders, plus a Counselors-in-Training program for ages 14-16. Programs include hikes, canoeing to Perkins Island, vernal pool monitoring and animal tracking.

As published: 2026: one-week camps $114-$570 sliding scale; two-week Trekkers and Teen Leaders $226-$1,130; CIT $765; After Camp $85/week

Ages 4–15 · $325–$600/week

KidSummer is the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History's morning day program of outdoor nature and science for ages 4 to 15, with age-grouped programs from Wilderness Wanderers to Junior Naturalists, plus two art programs. Weekly topics include insects, mammals, pollinators, weather, reptiles and marine life, with hikes, crafts and experiments. Most programs are limited to 12 students per week.

As published: 2026 per week: ages 4 to 12 $500 members, $600 non-members; ages 13 to 15 $325 members, $375 non-members.

Kindergarten to grade 6 (about ages 4–11)

King School's Summer Institute offers Fun Camp for students entering Kindergarten through Grade 6 with STEAM activities, field trips and sports, plus Camp Little Vikings for PreK. Weekly sessions ran June 8 to July 23 in 2026.

As published: Camp Little Vikings $375 per week; Fun Camp price not published

Ages 3–14 · $842–$909/week

Day camp on the Dana Hall campus in Wellesley with junior camps for ages 3 through 1st grade and adventure, arts, general, performing arts, sports and STEAM camps for rising 2nd through 8th graders, plus a counselor-in-training program. Camp states it is licensed by the local board of health and follows Massachusetts DPH regulations. LINX says it has offered discounted or free spots to Greater Boston families in need since 2009.

As published: 2027 weekly camp rate $909 for one week, down to $864 per week for 8 or more weeks by credit card (ACH rates $842 to $886); bus $109 per week, lunch $69 per week; Jr. Fun Bunch and CIT $639 per week; early drop-off $99 per week, extended day $149 per week

Summer camps at La Salle Academy, a private school in Providence, covering tennis, volleyball, basketball, soccer, theater, robotics, Women in STEM and an academic enrichment week. 2026 programs run from June 22 through August 13.

As published: 2026 examples: tennis $200; volleyball $225; Women in STEM and Advanced Robotics $275; Introduction to Robotics $290; boys basketball $285 per week; theater camp (two weeks) $500; some camps not priced

Ages 3–14

Laurel Day Camp is a day camp on The Laurel School's 2.5-acre campus in Brewster for ages about 3 to 14, in Lower, Middle and Upper Camps plus a CIT youth leadership program. Days mix sports, drama, science and nature, music, arts and crafts and swimming, with afternoon electives such as soccer, tennis, kayaking and golf. Campers can attend two to five days a week for one to nine weeks.

As published: 2026 tuition is in a separate PDF, not published on the page reviewed.

Ages 4–13

LetGoYourMind runs STEM and robotics-focused summer camps at multiple New Hampshire locations, including One Church outposts in both Concord and Bedford, serving children in three age bands from 4 through 13.

As published: Not published

Grades 7 to 10 (about ages 11–15)

Loomis Chaffee's four-week Enrichment Program for rising 7th to 10th graders offers boarding or day options, with courses such as graphic novel, forensics and digital photography. The school also hosts sports camps and a ballet summer intensive.

As published: Not published ($50 application fee)

Grades 1 to 6 (about ages 5–11)

Nature day camp at Maine Audubon's Fields Pond Audubon Center near Bangor, with weekly themes for rising first through sixth graders in two groups (Songbirds and Raptors). Maine Audubon's camp page describes camps at both Gilsland Farm and Fields Pond; Gilsland Farm is already in the directory.

As published: 2026: $295 per week for members, $340 per week for non-members (from the 2026 Fields Pond camp flyer as surfaced in search results; I could not open the PDF directly); scholarships available. 2027 pricing: "More information coming January 2027" per the camps page

Ages 6–12 · $350/week

The Maine Discovery Museum in downtown Bangor runs themed STEM day camps for children entering 1st through 6th grade. Level 1 (grades 1 to 3) weeks include space, robotics and coding, ocean life and art-based science, and Level 2 (grades 3 to 5) covers chemistry, physics and archaeology. An off-site art and ecology camp for grades 4 to 6 includes daily hikes at the Caribou Bog Outdoor Center in Orono.

As published: 2026: museum camps are $350 per week (Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM). Off-site camp price not listed.

Ages 7–14 · $310–$375/week

The Maine Maritime Museum runs two weekday day camps on its Kennebec River campus in Bath. Kennebec Explorers is for rising 2nd to 5th graders and focuses on the Merrymeeting Bay ecosystem, with field trips, river boat cruises, science experiments and crafts. Mariners Adventure is for rising 6th to 8th graders and teaches traditional maritime skills such as carpentry, blacksmithing, sailmaking and navigation, with a day sailing a traditionally rigged schooner. The museum's page lists Kennebec Explorers as wait list only for 2026.

As published: 2026: Kennebec Explorers $310 per week, Mariners Adventure $375 per week. Museum members get 10% off. A $75 non-refundable deposit is required per camper, and early drop-off and late pick-up (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) cost an extra $40. Camp runs 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

Day camps at The Maritime Aquarium that integrate science with the arts and humanities, with older campers studying engineering solutions to problems like marine debris. The camp page thanks families for the 2026 programs but gives no 2027 dates.

As published: Not published

Ages 4–15 · $100–$710/week

A nature- and farm-based day camp at Mass Audubon's Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary (sanctuary dates to 1956), offering sliding-scale, income-based pricing across one- and two-week nature, farm, and environmental-leadership programs for ages 4–17.

As published: Day camp, per week/per program, sliding-scale pricing published (varies by household income): one-week programs generally $142–$710 (e.g., Curiosity Club, Nature Builders, Farmyard Frolics, Teen Farm Hands, Rainbow Camp, Environmental Leadership); Farm Trekkers $100–$500; two-week programs (ages 4–13) $285–$1,675 depending on age group. Extended-day add-on $56–$275/week. Programs & Pricing (https://www.massaudubon.org/places-to-explore/wildlife-sanctuaries/drumlin-farm/camp/programs-pricing)

A weekly-themed summer day camp run by Mater Christi School (preschool through grade 8) in Burlington. 2026 ran eight sessions, June 22 to August 14, 8:00am to 3:00pm, with Friday swims at Maple Street Pool in Essex on some weeks.

As published: Not published (priced on registration forms not shown on the page)

Ages 5–14 · $288–$360/week

The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center offers week-long STEM day camps on site in Concord, with themes such as astronomy, rocketry, dinosaurs, coding and earth science. Camps are grouped by age, from 5-7 up to 12-14, and several 2026 weeks sold out.

As published: 2026: $360 per week standard ($320 for members), sibling rate $335; the 4-day first week is $288 standard; drop-off 8:30 am, pickup 2 or 3 pm depending on the camp

Meredith Parks and Recreation runs an eight-week summer camp at the Meredith Community Center for children entering grades K-8, running 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with early drop-off and late pick-up options, and including weekly Thursday field trips.

As published: Not published for the current season (2025 published rate was $50/week for one child for residents, $75/week for non-residents, per the department's own pricing documents; 2026 pricing was described by the department as increased but not itemized on pages reviewed)

Ages 3–16 · $357–$407/session

A traditional YMCA day camp at the Mountain Mist Outdoor Center in Meriden serving ages 3–16, with a broad specialty-program menu (art, cooking, dance, fishing, musical theater, STEM, sports) plus adaptive and Type 1 diabetes-specific camp options and bus transportation for families — a wide-inclusion, community-YMCA model rather than a specialty or premium camp.

As published: "Traditional Camp Pricing (for a two-week session)... Full Member $357, Program Member $407" (2026 info; specialty camps priced separately)

A weekly nature day camp at Connecticut Audubon's Coastal Center at Milford Point exploring water habitats; no swimming is included. Led by teacher-naturalists and college-educated counselors trained in first aid, CPR and EpiPen use.

As published: 2026: $395 per week, or $316 for 4-day weeks; Chickadee family membership ($58) or higher required

Ages 6–15 · $375–$400/week

The Montshire Museum of Science runs full-week, theme-based STEM and nature day camps (e.g., Nature Detectives & Explorers, Experimenters, Lab Rats) for preschoolers through 6th grade at its Norwich science museum campus, combining hands-on experiments with outdoor exploration.

As published: 2026: "(Members: $375, Non-Members: $395)"; "(Members: $385, Non-Members: $400)"

Ages 5–16 · $102–$512/week

Moose Hill Nature Camp is a Mass Audubon day camp at Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharon for campers ages 4.5 to 16. Weekly themed sessions combine trail exploration, hands-on activities, science, art and free choice time, with a STEAM camp, a Nature Adventure Camp and a Counselor-in-Training program for older campers. The camp states it is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA-accredited) and uses sliding-scale tuition based on family income.

As published: 2026 sliding-scale weekly tuition of $102 to $512 for Discoverers (ages 5 to 6), set by family income tier; CIT $54 to $270; extended day $12 to $115 per week. Camp states 2027 registration is coming soon.

Ages 3–14

ACA-accredited day camps on the Moses Brown School campus. RISE Camp serves ages 3 to 14 with arts, academics, science, sports and adventure, and the school also runs sports and specialty camps such as soccer, lacrosse, tennis, chess and a theatre intensive. The camp states that RISE Camp was established in 1963.

As published: Not published

Ages 4–16

Mystic Aquarium runs weekly day camps for children entering PreK through 10th grade, in four age groups, with marine and animal themes such as marine mammals, sharks, turtles and animal care. One joint camp with Mystic Seaport Museum includes sailing. Camp days run 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with extended day offered for select sessions.

As published: Not published (the 2026 page lists early bird pricing ending February 28, 2026 but no weekly prices)

NEOC is a day camp in Wellesley with Adventure, Arts, General, Junior, Leadership, Sports and STEAM camp categories and bus, early drop-off, extended day and lunch services. Registration for summer 2027 is open on its site.

As published: 2027 (registration open): $902 per week list price, with multi-week discounts that bring it to $850, $840, $831 or $821 per week

Ages 6–15 · $345/week

A nature-themed day camp run by NH Audubon at its McLane Center (Concord) and Massabesic Center (Auburn) locations, for ages roughly 4-12, with small group sizes (8-12 campers) and programming led partly by staff naturalists/scientists. At $345/week it sits solidly in the day-camp price tier, with add-on before/after care.

As published: $345/week, prorated for short weeks; Before Care $10/day ($50/week), After Care $15/day ($75/week)

Ages 5–13

A Concord climbing gym running a weekly indoor day camp plus outdoor adventure camps at Rumney Rocks and in the White Mountains, with 2026 camps for ages 5 to 17. Outdoor Skills Camp uses a 1:6 guide ratio and includes climbing gear.

As published: NH Adventure Camp and Outdoor Skills Camp $675 per participant per week; Advanced Climbing Camp $750 (10% off for NHCF Team members); indoor camp weekly price not listed (early drop-off or late pickup $15/day)

Ages 3–15

Working educational farm in Natick offering half-day summer programs for ages 3 to 15, from Summer Sprouts and Forest Explorers for preschoolers to Working Farmers for ages 12 to 15. Older groups do daily farm work such as planting, harvesting and animal care, while younger groups focus on play and exploration in the farm's woodland playscape.

As published: Not published on the summer programs page (members at the Crofter level and above get 20% off youth programs)

Ages 3–14 · $385–$575/week

A nature-based summer day camp on the Nature Center's 40 acres of ponds, fields and forest, with weekly themes for ages 3 to 4, children entering kindergarten through grade 5, and an Adventure Camp for grades 6 to 8. Adventure Camp adds weekly off-site trips such as paddling and survival skills, plus a Thursday cookout until 7pm. A financial aid application is available.

As published: 2026 pricing per week: half day (ages 3-4) $385; full day ages 4 to grade 2 $545; full day grades 3-5 $575; optional Lunch Bunch $140 per week; four-day weeks are discounted

Ages 5–12

Full-day nature and garden camps for ages 5 to 12 at the 200-acre botanic garden in Boylston (Worcester County), with themed weeks such as Growing Gardens, Nature Quest and Wings, Claws and Tails. Licensed by the Boylston Board of Health under MDPH regulations.

As published: 2026: $395 per week for members, $445 per week for non-members (includes $50 deposit); 2026 camp has concluded and 2027 registration has not opened

Ages 4–17 · $260–$385/week

New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is an ocean-based experiential education nonprofit offering marine science, sailing, and adventure sports summer camp programs out of Stonington, CT. Founded in 2002, NESS now serves more than 4,700 students across 7 locations in Connecticut and Rhode Island.

As published: "Each half-day program for one week ranges from $260-$385" (full-day prices not listed; year not stated, 2026 programs)

Ages 3–15 · $145–$345/week

A multi-site YMCA day camp based in Middletown with a second location at Common Fence Point in Portsmouth, offering a broad menu of specialty tracks — aquatics, gymnastics/ninja, golf, rackets, outdoor adventure — plus a traditional program and a Counselor-in-Training pipeline for teens entering 8th–9th grade. Member/non-member tiered pricing and the CIT leadership program are its most distinctive published features; camp size and staff-training detail aren't published.

As published: Per week, member/non-member: Traditional $255/$305; Curious Minds $270/$320; Aquatics $280/$330; Gymnastics/Ninja/Outdoor Adventure/Sports $280–295/$330–345; Golf Clinic $210/$260; Rackets Clinic $210/$260; Counselor-in-Training $140/$165

A Bridgeport day camp with eight weekly sessions from June 22 to August 14, 2026, plus Basketball and Swim camps August 17-21. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, basketball, tennis, dance and math, STEM and literacy classes.

As published: Not published (a directory says fees are on a sliding scale; registration packet is a PDF)

Ages 4–13 · $276–$395/week

Nature day camp on the grounds of the Norman Bird Sanctuary, with age groups from Fledglings and Goslings (ages 4-5) up to Explorers (ages 12-13). Nature Day campers (6-11) spend the week on observation, experiments, crafts and games, and the Coastal camp (8-11) meets at the Coastal Education Center at Third Beach to study marine and coastal habitats.

As published: 2026: $395 per week non-member, $345 member. The shortened week that includes July 4 is $316 non-member, $276 member.

A Montessori school in Manchester that runs summer camp from June through September with a 2026 "Animal Kingdom" theme for toddlers, preschool and kindergarten children, and elementary-age children. Families choose 5-day, 3-day, or 2-day schedules.

As published: Not published; same tuition as the regular year-round program, listed on the Admissions page

A Mass Audubon nature day camp on the 225-acre North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield, with weekly themes and small groups for ages 4.5 to 14. Weeks run Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 3:00, with hikes, crafts, games and nature exploration.

As published: 2026 sliding scale per week: core groups $109-$545; specialty weeks $87-$579 depending on week. 2027 registration "coming soon"

Ages 2–16

NYA's independent-school campus hosts weekly summer camps for ages 2 to 16 in arts, academics, sports, outdoor adventure and coastal exploration. Partner-led camps include Maine Circus Arts, magic, Lego, dance, soccer and tennis, plus NYA hockey and Panther Cub programs.

As published: Not published on the summer page; $50 non-refundable deposit per camper per session; $25 early-bird discount for registrations by April 15, 2026

Ages 11–18

NuVu offers summer studios in design, STEM, art, robotics and prototyping for middle schoolers (11-13) at 450 Massachusetts Ave and high schoolers (14-18) at MIT, Cambridge. Studios are led by designers, engineers and artists from Harvard, MIT, RISD and WPI.

As published: 2026: day tuition $2,290 per two-week session; residential total $5,750; multi-session discounts $275 (two) or $475 (three)

Ages 5–18

Penguin Coding School runs weekly summer coding and robotics camps for 2027 (June 28 to September 3) at Massachusetts locations including Acton, Brookline, Lexington, Newton and Wellesley. Programs include Minecraft, MakeCode game development, Python and Lego robotics, plus a counselor-in-training program for ages 13-18.

As published: Not published (per-week price not on the page)

Kindergarten to grade 8 (about ages 4–13)

A YMCA day camp program serving the Camden, Rockport, Rockland and Thomaston area, with Discovery Camp (K-1), Explorers Camp and Camp Wonder (grades 2-5) and Adventure Camp (grades 6-8). Days include swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, STEM projects and field trips to beaches and parks.

As published: Not published on the pages read; financial assistance forms were due Jan 28 for 2026; before and after care available for an extra fee

Ages 3–12

An independent school's day camp open to children from all schools, with weekly themes (Arts and Crafts, Under the Sea, Weird Science, Culinary Creations and more) for Pathfinders and Explorers (3-6) and Adventurers (7-12). Runs 8:00 to 5:00 with a culminating project or field trip each week.

As published: 2026 per week: ages 3-6 $400 early bird (by Apr 15) or $425 after; ages 7-12 $375 or $395; $65 one-time registration fee; 10% discount for all 8 weeks; 2027 not yet listed

Ages 6–17

A nonprofit community sailing center on Pleasant Bay that runs weekly youth sailing classes and an all-day Science & Sailing camp from late June to mid-August. Campers sail Flying Scots, Sunfish, 420s and Optis, and the science camp adds marine habitat exploration and a floating classroom trip.

As published: Youth Flying Scots (half day) $425/week; Science & Sailing Camp (9:30-3:00) $675/week; 15% discount for year-round Cape Cod residents under 18 (2026 rates; the site says changes will be posted in early 2027)

Ages 5–14 · $270–$320/week

WildQuest is a nature-themed day camp run by Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center on its 160-acre Laconia campus, serving children ages 5-14 (plus teen instructor tracks) since 1999. Weekly sessions run 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with extended care available, and scholarships are offered for income-eligible families.

As published: $270/week (members), $320/week (non-members); extended care $45/week

Ages 9–17 · $555–$1,055/week

Project Oceanology is a year-round marine science education organization in Groton, CT, offering both residential overnight camp (Ocean Camp) and day camp programs (Ocean Explorer Academy, Undersea Technology Camp). The organization partners with grantors and community organizations to make camp accessible to families with financial need.

As published: 2026 day camp "Cost: $555" and "Cost: $595"; Residential Camp 2026 Ocean Camp $955, Marine Science Research Experience $1,055 (all one week)

Puddlestompers runs nature exploration camps for young children in Newton (ages 3.9-8), Wellesley and Needham (ages 3.9-7), with STEM experiments, hands-on nature and outdoor play led by teacher naturalists. Lead Teachers are CPR and First Aid certified.

As published: Not published

Grades 10 to 12 (about ages 14–17)

A one-week residential camp on the Roger Williams University campus for grades 10-12, led by RWU forensic scientists. Activities include fingerprint analysis, footwear and tire-tread evidence, forensic chemistry, and virtual-reality crime scene and bloodstain work.

As published: $1,995 per one-week session (tuition, room, board); $500 refundable deposit. Sessions July 11-16 and July 18-23, 2027

Ages 5–14 · $425/week

The Rectory School in Pomfret runs a screen-free day camp for ages 5 to 13 with weekly registration, plus Summer@Rectory, a two-week boarding or day program for ages 9 to 14 that combines morning academics and enrichment with afternoon adventures. Activities named include sports, art, nature trails, robotics, coding, theater, science labs and swimming.

As published: 2026 Day Camp full day $425 (9:00 am to 4:00 pm), extended hours 8:00 am to 5:00 pm an additional $15. Summer@Rectory tuition not published on the program page.

Ages 3–14

A day camp run by Renbrook School in West Hartford for ages 3 through grade 9, organized in age groups from Falcons (preschool to kindergarten) to Eagles (grades 7-9). Summer 2027 is listed as three two-week sessions plus an optional one-week pre-season camp, with before and after camp care. Activities named include swimming, archery, ropes courses, rocketry, cooking, ceramics and woodworking.

As published: Not published as text (rates are on the camp's Dates and Rates page); a $75 per session registration fee applies and payment in full is due May 1, 2027.

Half-day nature programs for children from age 4 through Grade 4 and up, grouped by age (Acorns, Sprouts, Saplings, Oaks), with weekly themes. Held Monday to Friday, 9 am to noon, at the Canton nature center.

As published: 2026: $270 per program for members, $315 for non-members (9 am to noon, weekly themes)

Kindergarten to grade 9 (about ages 4–14)

A summer STEM camp for grades K-9 at the Marsh Parish House behind the First Congregational Church in downtown New Milford, taught by high school and college students and adult professionals. The site calls 2026 its 23rd summer season; 2027 dates were not yet posted.

As published: Weekly tuition not published on the page fetched; early drop-off $100 per week; 10% sibling discount on full-day registrations

Grades 10 to 12 (about ages 14–17)

A six-day overnight camp at Roger Williams University for high school students, with lab work on fermentation, pickles and jams, food waste and tofu, plus garden tours and a boat tour of local oyster farms. The 2026 session ran July 19-24.

As published: $1,995 for the week including tuition, room and board; $500 deposit; no application required

A one-week residential camp on the RWU waterfront campus for rising high school juniors and seniors interested in aquatic sciences, with lab work, field trips and guest scientists. Four 2027 sessions run July 7 to August 3.

As published: $2,195 per one-week session (lodging, meals, instruction, materials, field trips); $500 deposit; limited scholarships for free or reduced lunch students

Ages 5–12

Roots Vacation Camps run day camps at the Roots campus in Westfield, with a second location in East Longmeadow, and also run camps on school vacation days. Campers use the aquatics center, gymnastics center and turf fields, with themed weeks and activities such as archery, STEM and arts and crafts. Teens ages 13 to 15 can join the counselor-in-training program.

As published: Not published

Ages 5–14

Art, science and nature day camp at the April Hill Education and Conservation Center in South Egremont, in one- or two-week sessions for ages 6 to 14 with an intro week for 5-6 year olds. Activities include ceramics, robotics, painting, horticulture, filmmaking and theatre.

As published: 2026 per Flying Cloud's Jumbula registration page: one-week session $540, two-week sessions $1,080; not shown on flyingcloudinstitute.org; 2027 not listed

A one-week program on the RWU waterfront campus where teams design, build and test prototypes, learning 3D modeling and electronics, with a boat tour and coastal field trips. Taught by RWU engineering professors and support staff.

As published: $1,995 (tuition, room, board); week of July 11-16

Ages 8–14 · $310–$325/week

SEE Science Center runs one-week STEM day camps at its Manchester museum, with several camps split into two age groups. The 2026 season offered 14 camp sessions over seven weeks, including topics such as forensic science and espionage (iSpy Camp). Campers bring a packed lunch and there is optional aftercare.

As published: 2026: $325 per week, $310 per week for SEE members; aftercare 3:30-5:00 pm is $50 per week; families enrolled in EBT, SNAP or SunBucks can register for $50 per week with a posted code; $50 of each registration is non-refundable

Ages 8–13

Weeklong STEM day camp at Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead for children entering grades 3 to 7, run with the JCC North Shore Camp Simchah specialty camps and open to children who do not attend the school. Weeks alternate between VEX robotics with block coding and model rocketry with a launch day, plus engineering challenges, 3D design and laser cutting in the school's innovation center. Days also include outdoor play and time at the JCC pool, and the camp states it is licensed by the local Board of Health.

As published: 2026 price listed as "Coming Soon"

Ages 8–18

A nonprofit community sailing program on Winter Island in Salem, running week-long sailing day camps with on-water instruction and a STEAM curriculum. It began offering summer programs in 2007.

As published: Not published on the camp page; financial assistance available; 2027 registration opens February 14 for Salem residents and March 1 for everyone else

Ages 5–10

The Salem YMCA Family Center runs a day camp for ages 5-10 (preschool 3-4) with group games, swimming, arts and crafts, sports and a STEM activity each day. Drop-off starts at 6:30am and the day ends by 6pm.

As published: Members $195 per week, nonmembers $240 per week; plus $50 one-time enrollment fee and $15 nonrefundable weekly deposit (preschool: members $195, nonmembers $250, $100 enrollment fee); financial assistance available

The Salesian Boys & Girls Club in East Boston (150 Byron Street) lists summer camp starting July 2027, Monday to Friday 7:30am-5:30pm, with dates to be announced. The club describes programs in athletics, arts and science.

As published: Not published (club membership is $50 per 12-week session; page does not say whether camp is included)

Ages 5–18 · $375–$400/week

Save The Bay, the Narragansett Bay environmental nonprofit founded in 1970, runs tiered marine-science day camps (Junior BayCamp through a High School Camp) based out of its Newport Hamilton Family Aquarium location, staffed by degreed marine-science educators and licensed boat captains. Camps run full days with hands-on exploration of Narragansett Bay.

As published: $375/week for members; $400/week for non-members (full-day, 8:30am-4pm); limited full scholarships available for families receiving SNAP/EBT benefits

Ages 12–17

Summer science and technology classes at Bridgewater State's Center for the Advancement of STEM Education for middle school (grades 6 to 8, age 12+) and high school (grades 9 to 11, age 15+) students, with hands-on projects at the Dana Mohler-Faria Science and Mathematics Center. Appears to be a day program; the page does not mention housing.

As published: Summer high school $400; summer middle school $300 (winter middle school $250); $25 early discount, 5% multi-week discount, need-based scholarships; session dates not published (2026 summer scholarship deadline March 31, early discount before April 1)

Ages 4–11

The Seacoast Science Center runs marine and nature day camps at Odiorne Point State Park. Treks serves ages 4-5 and Seaside Safari serves grades K-5, with Stewards for grades 6-8 and a Marine Biology program for high school students. Activities range from outdoor exploration, art and games to kayaking, surfing and whale watching for the older groups.

As published: Not published

Ages 4–14

The independent Shady Hill School runs a summer program on its Cambridge campus for children aged four to fourteen. Each session has a theme with Arts, STEM and PE activities, with aftercare available until 6:00 PM.

As published: Not published on the school pages read. A third-party NBER-hosted 2026 camp schedule lists $680/week and $1,260 for the full session (not confirmed by the school); aftercare listed by Boston Central at $200/week

Ages 5–12 · $169/week

A LEGO-based STEM/STEAM franchise location in Dover, NH, running robotics and coding camps, classes, workshops, and parties for children from preschool through high school age. Half-day camps start at $169/week, positioning it as an affordable, enrichment-style rather than full-day traditional camp.

As published: Half-day camps starting at $169/week; one-day workshops starting at $24/workshop

Ages 6–12 · $275–$400/week

Operated by South Shore Stars, this full-day summer camp serves 1st–6th graders from Quincy, Weymouth, and Randolph with traditional and STEM activities. Weeks 1–2 run from Stars' after-school sites in those three towns, and weeks 3–7 move to the Stars Day Camp outdoor site in Hanson.

As published: Weeks 1–2: $275/week; Weeks 3–7: $400/week; sibling discounts available; child care vouchers accepted

Ages 5–13

A nature day camp run by the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, with weeklong half-day and full-day sessions for children ages 5-13 across a nine-week summer, plus counselor-in-training options for teens 14-17. The Center also added a spring break camp.

As published: 2026 weekly fees not found in accessible sources. 2025 published: half-day week ages 5-6 $179 members / $208 non-members; half-day ages 7-9 $224 / $260; full-day week $378 / $420 (from a search summary of the 2025 schedule PDF, not re-verified)

Ages 8–15 · $325–$615/session

St. Sebastian's School, a Catholic day school for boys in Needham, runs one- and two-week summer programs for boys entering grades 3 to 9, led by its own faculty and coaches. Offerings include athletic clinics in baseball, basketball, flag football, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, squash and tennis, and academic workshops in biotechnology, debate, innovation, math, writing, sports media and ceramics. Most sessions run 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

As published: 2026: athletic clinics $325 (baseball) to $350 (hockey) per student per week; two-week biotechnology and ceramics workshops $615 per student