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Welcome to “The Summer Scoop,” the ultimate summer camp tip & ideas resource, where we’re thinking about summer all day, every day. 

No matter if you’re a camp “lifer” or a first-timer—if you have a question about anything camp, we probably have the answer. 

Here, our Summer 365 camp team will share info on things like insider tips on packing for camp, out-of-the-box camp care package ideas, and fun interviews from people who love camp just as much as we do. 

What Happens to Kids When You Take Away Their Phone for Seven Weeks

For many parents, sending a child to sleepaway camp comes with a mix of emotions – excitement, nerves, stress and lots of worry.

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Where Tradition Meets Passion: Inside Lake Bryn Mawr’s Dance & Riding Camps

For over 100 years, Lake Bryn Mawr Camp, located in Wayne County Pennsylvania, has been one of the premier all girls’ camps.

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From Presidents Week to Camp Countdown: What Happens Next?

Every single year, there’s a shift.

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All The Feels: 14 Reasons Why We Love Camp

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the love story that keeps on giving: camp.

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26 in ’26: A First Time Camp Family’s A to Z

Sleepaway camp is filled with memories, milestones, and magic – and if it’s your child’s first time away, there’s a lot to discover (and even more to love).

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Camp Lingo: A Beginner’s Glossary

A Friendly Guide for New Camp Families Camp is a world of its own – filled with fresh air, friendship bracelets, color war… and words that might sound like a completely different language to new families.

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Packing Gratitude: Why Giving the Gift of Camp Is the Best Present

Sure, new shoes or the latest gadget might light up a kid’s face for a minute.

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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.

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