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About ESF Camps

ESF (which stands for Education, Sports, and Fun) has been a pioneering force in summer day camps since its humble beginnings in 1982 by co-founders and brothers Michael and Bill Rouse. Since then, ESF has had a profound impact on children by Building Life Skills through a dynamic staff, high-quality programs, premier locations, time-honored traditions, and commitment to safety and FUN! Each camp is staffed by teachers and college students who possess a boundless passion for working with children and ESF boasts one of the lowest staff-to-child ratios in the camp industry. ESF's full-time staff works year-round to ensure that each child's camp experience is both memorable and life-changing. We believe our camp offerings are so unique that your child can Grow Up ESF.  We are also deeply committed to helping underserved young people in local communities through its social action initiatives - the ESF Dream Camp Foundation and Acting Without Boundaries. Check out our latest summer adventure--The Innovation Project--Welcome to the Future.

Camp at a Glance

Day Camp Overview

For campers, ages 4-8, who wants to participate in a wide variety of exciting, hands-on activities! [read more]

 

Daily Schedule

7:30 AM Extended Day Program(varies by site)
9:00 AM Morning Meeting and Assembly
Activity 1 Project Discovery
Activity 2 World Tour
Activity 3 Instructional Swimming
Lunch
Activity 4 Sports - Skill Development and Games
Activity 5 Special Events
Activity 6 "Meet the Artist" Classic Art Program
"Make It, Take It" Crafts Program
Activity 7  Creative Expression
Activity 8 Fencing/Archery/Martial Arts
Activity 9 Closing Assembly
3:00-3:30 PM Camp Pick-up
3:30-6:30 PM Extended Day Program(varies by site)

Traditions

ESF's rich traditions are deeply woven into the fabric of each child's camp experience. They are celebrated throughout the summer and cherished for a lifetime! From pow-wows and pep rallies to the gratitude rock and the ESF camp song, each camp has their own unique programs and special traditions that make ESF such a special place! [read more] 

Sports Camp Overview

For campers, ages 7-14, who is at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced level and who simply loves sports! [read more]

 

Daily Schedule

7:30 AM Extended Day Program (varies by site)
9:00AM Morning Assembly & Stretching
Period 1 Sport 1 Skill Session
Snack Time
Period 2 Sport 1 Game Session
   Lunch
Period 3 Team Meeting
Period 4 Sport 2 Skill Session
Period 5 Sport 2 Game Session
Period 6 Swim Session
Period 7 Closing Assembly
3:00-3:30 PM Camp Pick-up 
3:30-6:30 PM  Extended Day Program (varies by site)

Traditions

ESF's rich traditions are deeply woven into the fabric of each child's camp experience. They are celebrated throughout the summer and cherished for a lifetime! From pow-wows and pep rallies to the gratitude rock and the ESF camp song, each camp has their own unique programs and special traditions that make ESF such a special place! [read more]

Senior Camp Overview

For campers, ages 9-15, who want to broaden their horizons through new challenges and exciting "True Life Adventures!" [read more]

 

Daily Schedule

7:30 AM Extended Day Program (varies by site)
9:00AM Morning Assembly
Activity 1 Swimming
Snack Time
Activity 2 True Life Adventure
Activity 3 Sports 1
Lunch
Activity 4 Quest/EcoVenture
Activity 5 "Meet the Artist" Classic Art Program
"Make It, Take It" Crafts Program
Activity 6 Choice
Activity 7 Fencing/Archery/Martial Arts
Activity 8 Closing Assembly 
3:00-3:30 PM Camp Pick-up
3:30-6:30 PM Extended Day Program (varies by site)

Traditions

ESF's rich traditions are deeply woven into the fabric of each child's camp experience. They are celebrated throughout the summer and cherished for a lifetime! From pow-wows and pep rallies to the gratitude rock and the ESF camp song, each camp has their own unique programs and special traditions that make ESF such a special place! [read more] 

Grow Up ESF

At ESF we are committed to making each and every Summer, amazing for your child.  We have designed unique programs for each age group.  Let our interactive tool, "Grow Up ESF" help you decide which camp choice is right for your child.  Be sure to click on the grade your child is entering next Fall, to find all of the choices available for each age group.  [Click Here]