What Camp Taught Me That High School Didn’t
High school was full of structure – bells ringing every 45 minutes, assignments with rubrics, and a whole lot of emphasis on grades and résumés.
Posts by Julie Kaiden
10 Things We’re Thankful For At Camp
10 Things We’re Thankful for at Camp As Thanksgiving approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on all the big and little things that make camp, well… camp.
Gratitude in the Bunk: Teaching Kids to Appreciate the Little Things
At Summer 365, we believe that some of life’s biggest lessons are tucked into the smallest moments – and nowhere is that truer than at camp.
Is My Child Ready For Camp?
Understanding Camp Readiness (and How to Build It) One of the most common questions we hear from families is: “How do I know if my child is ready for sleepaway camp?” And here’s the honest answer: there’s no magic age or checklist.
Why Our List of Camp Recommendations Is Just the Beginning
At Summer 365, we believe that choosing the right summer camp isn’t about scrolling endlessly through a massive directory or picking from a generic list.
When the Glow Fades: Why Even Happy Campers Sometimes Say “I Don’t Want to Go Back” (At First!)
Understanding (and Normalizing) Post-Camp Uncertainty “But I Don’t Want to Go Back to Camp…” Why Post-Camp Hesitation Is Normal – and What to Do About It It’s one of the most common questions we get this time of year: “My child had a great summer… so why are they suddenly saying they don’t want to […]
Three Generations, One Campfire
I’ve dreamed of this moment since the day we found out our 12-week-old fetus was a girl.
In Defense of Sleepaway Camp: The Real Story Behind Visiting Day
This week’s article in The Cut, “How Camp Visiting Day Became a Competition for Moms” (especially with the tag line “I Swear, They’re Flying in Nobu Sushi for Their Kids’), struck a nerve – especially among those of us who live and breathe the camp world year-round.