ALBRIGHT COLLEGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Summer Fashion Studio
1621 N. 13th St., Reading
Email: Doreen Burdalski at dburdalski@albright.edu
Age Range: Rising high school sophomore, junior or senior
Dates: Aug. 1-6
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Students will explore design concepts, illustration, computer-aided design, fashion merchandising and marketing while making their own “Alternative Creations.” The program ends with a runway fashion show open to all family members. In addition, students will work on a portfolio and will design their own T-shirt.
ATA MARTIAL ARTS SUMMER CAMPS
98 Commerce Drive, Wyomissing
610.375.3170
Age Range: 7-12
Dates: June 14-Aug. 20
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: At ATA Martial Arts, our campers spend their days on a variety of activities. We include martial arts training, teamwork games, reading time and outside time. Each week includes 1-2 field trips, visits from special guests and a pizza party. Parents can feel good knowing their kids are in a fun and safe environment spending their summer days kicking it with us!
BERKS BALLET THEATRE CONSERVATORY OF DANCE
Summer of Dance
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts
201 Washington St., Ste. 401, Reading 610.373.7577
Age Range: 2-adult
Dates: various dates for various programs, visit online
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Princess Ballerina + Prince Charming Camp is where 2- to 4-year-olds learn the basics of ballet in a creative learning environment. Young Dancers' Intensives are week-long camps that are the ideal way to begin your dance journey. For the intermediate and advanced dancers, there's a 4-week summer intensive: the "Professional Dance Experience.” We bring in guest teachers from NYC, Philadelphia and beyond — this is perfect for dancers looking to take their training to the next level. Included are classes in ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, jazz and more. You can take one week or all four. Adult ballet classes for beginner and intermediate levels run all summer long.
BERKS NATURE
Eco-Camp
575 St. Bernardine St., Reading
610.372.4992
Age Range: 3 (potty-trained)-12
Dates: June 14-Aug. 20
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Full- and half-day camp opportunities focused on a different component of eco-friendly living. Led by veteran teachers, support staff and guest instructors. At The Nature Place at Angelica Park, young children and teens learn the importance of taking care of the planet and the animals in our environment. We know you have many options and appreciate your trust in caring for your child and enriching their lives through a connection with nature!
BODY ZONE SPORTS AND WELLNESS COMPLEX
Summer Adventure Camp
3103 Paper Mill Rd., Wyomissing
610.376.2100
Age Range: 5-13
Dates: June 7-Aug. 20
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: With different themes and attractions for each of the 11 weeks of camp, there’s something for everyone. Your child will stay active and healthy all summer long with various activities such as ice skating, swimming, sports and games, Gaga ball, arts and crafts, fresh air activities and exciting field trips! Field trips include Lehigh Valley Zoo, DaVinci Science Center, Xtreme Air Trampoline Park and more. We have a small group camper/counselor ratio, with a great group of counselors your child is sure to love. Our COVID-19 camp safety protocols go beyond the guidelines, including daily health assessments, contact-free temperature checks and full-time use of face masks. Several packages are available with extended care options. Celebrating its 19th year, Summer Adventure Camp at Body Zone is not only where memories are made, but where friends are made, too!
COLONIAL SPORTS
Summer Day Camp
168 Shillington Rd., Sinking Spring
610.777.9651
Email: sportscenterinfo@chbsports.com
Age Range: 6-12
Dates: June 1-Aug. 21* (dates may vary due to end of Wilson school year date)
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Colonial Sports Summer Camp Program provides the proper balance of fun, learning and exercise in a safe and structured environment for school-aged children. The program includes a variety of activities, an afternoon snack and outdoor play. Supervision is provided by qualified staff. Each week has a theme, including: Avatar: Expedition Pandora, Goofy Goober Rock, Battle of the High Seas, ChaoARTic Creations and more — with attendees enjoying scavenger hunts, making new friends, learning new games and doing crafts, all while having the time of their lives. Rest assured, we take COVID-19 very seriously and have created guidelines and protocol for you and your camper.
EASTERSEALS CAMP GROWING GREEN OVERNIGHT CAMP
POCONO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
Dingmans Ferry, PA
610.775.1431, ext. 209
Age Range: 10-adult
Dates: July 4-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Growing Green is a week-long overnight camp with an emphasis on the environment for youth and adults with disabilities. Overnight camp provides incredible opportunities for growth and development in a safe, nurturing environment staffed by Easterseals trained counselors. Campers gain environmental awareness and learn organic gardening while enjoying traditional camp activities like hiking, canoeing, arts & crafts, music, swimming and campfires. An optional employment track is available for campers who want to explore work experiences. Camp will be in-person this summer subject to CDC/Department of Health guidance. COVID precautions will be in place to ensure the safety of campers and staff.
FOXTALE FARM RIDING CAMP
12 Foxtale Lane, Oley
610.987.9309
Age Range: 5 and up
Dates: June 14-18, July 12-16, Aug. 16 or 20 (tentative Aug. dates, please Inquire)
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: At Foxtale Farm, campers learn all aspects of handling, working around and riding horses and ponies. In addition to riding, they learn horse care, grooming, safety and stable management skills. Campers also participate in crafts and many group activities. Foxtale Farm is an equine facility with a family farm setting.
GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA DAY AND RESIDENT CAMPS
215.564.2030
Email: memberservices@gsep.org
Age Range: girls ages 5-17
Dates: Day Camps: June 28-Aug. 13; Resident Camps: June 27-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: With six camps offering all types of adventure, there's something for every girl at Girl Scout camp. The best part is you don't already have to be a Girl Scout. Climb the rock wall, learn to paddleboard standing up, practice archery and shoot a bullseye. How about a night hike under the stars, creating homemade crafts and cooking over a campfire (s'mores, anyone)? It's all here waiting for you!
THE GODDARD SCHOOL
Summer Camp
25 Commerce Dr., Wyomissing
610.478.8757
Age Range: Preschool to age 10
Dates: June 7-Aug. 27
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: The Goddard School summer camp theme will be Time Travel. Each week campers will travel through different time periods to discover the magic of those days. Included will be hands-on fun and games.
GOGGLEWORKS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
201 Washington St., Reading
610.374.4600
Age Range: 6-18
Dates: June 21-Aug. 20
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: We encourage kids and teens to explore and experiment in a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, ceramics, virtual reality, writing, printmaking, fused glass and more. GoggleWorks is also partnering with South Mountain YMCA, Wickline Casting and LaunchBox to bring you the most engaging, fun and educational summer camps you could possibly imagine!
HAWK MOUNTAIN SANCTUARY
Summer Nature Day Camps
1700 Hawk Mountain Rd., Kempton
610.756.6000, ext. 209
Age Range: those entering grades 1-6
Dates: June 21-25, June 28-July 2, July 5-9, July 12-16, July 19-23, July 26-30, Aug. 2-6 & Aug. 9-13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: These week-long Summer Nature Camps get kids outdoors, developing a deeper connection with the natural world through fun and educational activities, featuring a different theme each session. Campers can choose one week or join for the entire summer! The camp is open to both members and non-members.
HERON MEAD EQUESTRIAN CENTER
Horse & Pony Camp
15 School Lane, Robesonia
610.223.1079
Age Range: 3-18
Dates: Aug. 3-6, 10-14, 17-20, 24 -27
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Camps are offered for all levels, from first-time to advanced riders. This program teaches riders effective positions and techniques in trotting, cantering and jumping. Campers with more experience will go on supervised trail rides on Blue Marsh Lake trails bordering the farm. Horse management also plays a huge part with riders learning vital skills needed to keep a horse healthy. Limited spots available.
CAMP LILY – BERKS DAY CAMP
EASTERSEALS EASTERN PA
610.775.1431, ext. 209
Age Range: 8-young adult
Dates: July 5-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: CAMP LILY, a day camp for children and young adults with disabilities, offers activities that build skills, promote friendships and increase independence. Campers enjoy swimming, games, cooking, arts & crafts, gardening, music, special guests and a variety of other activities that engage, entertain and educate. Offered in a series of one-week sessions, campers attend for one or more weeks. Located at our campground on Mount Penn at the intersection of Angora & List roads. Camp will be in-person this summer subject to CDC/Department of Health guidance. COVID precautions will be in place to ensure the safety of campers and staff.
CAMP MANATAWNY
33 Camp Rd., Douglassville
610.707.3822
Age Range: those entering grades 1-12
Dates: Overnight Camp: June 26-Aug. 14; Day Camp: July 18-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Camp Manatawny provides elementary to high school students the opportunity to explore camp activities such as swimming, archery and crafts with a Bible-based influence. Campers will participate in both small and large group Bible studies as well. Both day and overnight sessions are available.
MANOR GOLF CLUB
Golf Camp for all: First Tee/Sticks 4 Kids Golf Camp
153 Bran Rd., Sinking Spring
610.678.9597
Age Range: Sticks Fore Lil Kids, ages 4-7; Sticks Fore Kids, ages 8-15
Dates: Sticks for Lil Kids: May 25-27 (6-7:15pm); June 9-11 (10-11:45am) & July 21-23 (10-11:45am); Sticks Fore Kids: June 7-9 (6-8pm), June 28-July 1 (9am-Noon), July 12-15 (9am-Noon)
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: The First Tee/Sticks 4 Kids Golf Camp gives kids the opportunity to not only learn the game, but to also practice safety, etiquette and First Tee Core Values with a major emphasis on fun! Junior Golfers are introduced to all golf skills: putting, pitching, irons, driving and on-course play. The camp is run by owner Cheryl Heckman with instruction by Manor's professionals. First Tee Core Values include courtesy, respect, honesty, judgment, sportsmanship, confidence, integrity, perseverance and responsibility. Manor has conducted golf camps for 14+ years and receives rave reviews and return campers. No clubs are necessary. Clubs are on site to borrow. Social distancing and COVID-safe procedures in place.
MONTESSORI COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
Summer Camp Program
53 Vermont Rd., Sinking Spring
610.777.3080
Email: info@MCDSberks.org
Age Range: 1-12
Dates: June 21-Aug. 27
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Over a span of 10 weeks, multiple sessions and rates are offered to provide children with a summer of fun. Each week has a unique theme around which a variety of games, projects and activities are centered. These programs will allow attendees to learn and interact with each other through both indoor and outdoor activities in line with the Montessori philosophy. Flexible half-day and full-day programs are available, plus flexible days-per-week options. Before and after care available: 8am-5pm.
READING PUBLIC MUSEUM
Summer Discovery Camp
500 Museum Rd., Reading
610.371.5850, ext. 258
Email: rebeka.birch@readingpublicmuseum.org
Age Range: those entering grades 1-6
Dates: June 14-Aug. 20 (topics change weekly)
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Join the Reading Public Museum for a summer of fun with 10 weeks of themed summer camps. Each week will incorporate different disciplines, such as art and science. Expose your child to topics involving archaeology, space and even engineering. Children will leave with knowledge and having experienced fun experiments and projects. Fees vary.
READING SCIENCE CENTER
Snapology Summer Camps
645 Penn St., Reading
Dates: June 14-18 (ages 7-12), June 21-25 (ages 9-14), July 5-9 (ages 5-10), July 12-16 (ages 7-12), July 26-30 (ages 9-14), Aug. 2-6 (ages 5-10)
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Not only will campers be engaged in experiential, hands-on, S.T.E.M.-themed activities, but they will also have the opportunity to explore and play with the exhibits housed at the Science Center. Explore S.T.E.M. topics such as robotics, animation and amusement park design presented in popular themes such as Star Wars, Minecraft and Harry Potter! Registration is offered as half-day (am or pm) or full-day.
ROCK HOLLOW WOODS ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTER
615 Rock Hollow Rd., Birdsboro
610.582.0415
Age Range: toddlers with parents, kindergarten & grade 1, grades 2-7, grades 6-9
Dates: June 14-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: We offer a variety of camps, from Outdoor STEM to Wetland Investigations. Each camp specializes in a certain area and all of our camps include: free play and discovery, guided exploration, immersion into topics, hikes that unfold surprises in nature, and magical moments that inspire special conversations.
THE SCIENCE RESEARCH INSTITUTE SUMMER PROGRAM AT ALBRIGHT COLLEGE
1621 N. 13th St., Reading
albright.edu/academic/science-research-institute
Age Range: Rising 5th to 12th grade students
Dates: July 5-Aug. 6
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: SRI’s summer program is a unique Total Experience Learning (TEL) environment with inventive STEAM-based processes across all disciplines. Named one of the top four STEM programs in the USA, SRI facilitators will introduce cutting-edge topics while assisting individual students in personalized project development in each student’s interest area.
SHADY HOLLOW ASSISTED RIDING
Summer Equestrian Full-Day Camp
959 E. Main St., Birdsboro
610.858.7937
Age Range: Full-Day Camp, 6-11
Dates: July 6-8
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: These riding camps are geared to those with beginner to intermediate horse experience. Activities include riding lessons, leading, lunging, round pen, grooming, tacking, bathing, stall maintenance, health and wellness. Games, crafts and interactive learning activities are also included. On the last day of camp, attendees can enjoy a Hot Dog Roast.
SOUTH MOUNTAIN YMCA
Bynden Wood Day Camp
201 Cushion Peak Rd., Reinholds
610.670.2267
Age Range: Kindergarten-14 years
Dates: June 7-Aug. 20
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Bynden Wood Day Camp, “pandemic-ready,” seeks to instill the values of the YMCA — respect, responsibility, honesty and caring — in each program offered. At Bynden Wood Day Camp, kids try a little bit of everything to get the full camp experience, from nature programs and climbing to archery and swimming. Call to inquire about financial assistance options.
SOUTH MOUNTAIN YMCA
Camp Conrad Weiser
201 Cushion Peak Rd., Reinholds
610.670.2267
Age Range: 7-16 years
Dates: June 27-Aug. 13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Camp Conrad Weiser, a pandemic-ready overnight camp, seeks to instill the values of the YMCA — respect, responsibility, honesty and caring — in each program offered. Camp Conrad Weiser provides an array of activities, including boating, fishing, arts and crafts, and more. The program, designed in sections for campers ages 7-8, 9 -11 and 12-16 years, includes an overnight option. Camp Conrad Weiser also offers the opportunity to participate in week-long specialty camps. Call to inquire about financial assistance options.
VALLEY MIST FARM
Summer Horse Camp
125 Boyer Rd., Oley
484.824.1110
Age Range: 3-15
Dates: Mini Camp: June 9-11, July 26-28; Regular Camp: June 14-18, July 19-23, Aug. 9-13
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Campers will ride horses, of course! Mini camps are offered for children ages 3 to 6, introducing them to ponies, and regular camps are designed for ages 5 to 15, with no experience necessary. When campers aren't riding, they will learn grooming and safety, enjoy demonstrations by vets and advanced riders, make arts and crafts and much more.
WINDSWEPT ACRES RIDING CAMP
472 Manatawny Rd., Boyertown
610.413.1447
Age Range: Ages 6 and older
Dates: June 14-18; July 12-16; Aug. 2-6
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: Calling all riders and horse lovers alike! All experience levels welcome. Groups are formed according to experience. No experience? No problem! Campers will learn riding and general horsemanship skills, make crafts, swim and more!
YMCA OF READING AND BERKS COUNTY
Summer Adventure Camps
Sinking Spring YMCA | 610.678.0484
Mifflin Area YMCA | 610.750.5036
Reading YMCA | 610.378.4732
Tri Valley YMCA | 610.944.6515
Age Range: Students entering grades 1-7
Dates: All summer
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: The Y is jam-packed with engaging ways to learn and play, including STEAM activities, interactive games, sports and more. Serving a variety of locations across Berks and Lancaster counties, there’s no better place to play this summer than the YMCA of Reading and Berks County!
THE YOCUM INSTITUTE FOR ARTS EDUCATION
3000 Penn Avenue, West Lawn
610.376.1576
Age Range: 2-15
Dates: weekly programs beginning in June, running through August
WHAT CAMPERS LEARN: The Yocum Institute offers multi-arts, specialty and theater camps led by experienced teaching artists in a professional studio environment. Each week offers a unique themed experience. Campers learn to be curious and brave, to solve problems on their own and as part of a group, to try something new, to be artistic and creative, to be silly, to try a new adventure, and to make new friends. We want them to learn that they matter.
