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How to search for camps using CampSearch.

The easiest way to search our database is using our keyword search function. Located at the top of every page, you can type in any number of keywords that correspond to the program or camp you are looking for.
Example: sports camps Florida will produce a comprehensive list of camping programs in Florida, that are currently offering sports programs.

If you are searching for a camp with specific attributes, you can also define them in the keyword search.
Example: ADD LDHD California.

Our advanced search utility enables you to identify various aspects of a specific camp. Simply click on the advanced search link, and you will guided through a series questions, further defining the camp you are looking for.

Questions for the camp director:

We encourage you to speak with the camp director before attending camp, or prior to sending a camper. Here are a few questions that will help you assess your requirements, and the requirements for your camper.

What is your background in camping? What is your camp's philosophy? What is your ratio of campers to staff? What are the ages of your camp staff ?(average) What percentage of your campers return each year? What provisions are made for campers with special needs? How will my child get to and from the camp? Do you offer special meals? Vegetarian, Peanut Allergy etc?

Camp Search Camp Classification

Day Camps operate for periods of 1 day to eight weeks providing opportunities for children to sleep at home while enjoying a camp experience during the day. Transportation and supervision to the campsite may or not be included in the camp fee. Day camps cater to mainstream campers, offer programs to those with special needs, or integrated programs for both types of campers. Always speak to the camp director before attending camp.

Residential Camps, overnight, or sleep away camps, operate over a variety of time periods ranging from a few days up to several weeks. Accommodation and food service arrangements vary: dormitories, serviced cabins, rustic shelters, tents, customized menus, cafeteria-style service, catered food service, etc. Activities, vary widely with the camp's philosophy, budget, and physical environment. Always speak to the camp director before attending camp.

Specialty Camps Operate as either a day camp or residential camp, and sometimes both. A specialty camp can be very specific in it's programming placing special emphasis on one particular activity (i.e. Tennis Camp). Specialty camps usually have facilities and staffing, (and experience) to handle campers with physical, mental, developmental or emotional needs. Always speak to the camp director.

Focused Programs Operating as either day or residential. Focused programs offer very rigid and specific activities. For example, an equestrian camp may offer a very focused program revolving around equestrian riding. Similarly a golf camp, day or residential will clearly offer a structured golf program, for adults and/or ch