Do Other Countries Have Summer Camps?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Below are 10 of the coolest international overnight camps around the world, ranging from

soccer camps in Europe to cultural exchange in Costa Rica to horseback riding in England to a sports camp in Australia

. The camps below allow a variety of ages, interests and experiences.

Are summer camps a thing in the UK?

While summer camps have been around for more than a century in the USA,

their popularity in the UK has only started rising over the last four decades

. Summer, however, is as popular with kids in the UK as it is anywhere.

Are summer camps a thing in Europe?


Europe boasts a wide variety of summer camps

offering many activities able to meet and fulfill children and parents’ expectations!

Are summer camps still a thing in America?

The American Camp Association (ACA) reports that

there are about 7,000 overnight camps and about 5,000 day camps in the U.S., for a total of more than 12,000 camps

. These camps are attended each year by more than 11 million children and adults.

Are there summer camps in Ireland?

Locations:

There are four camps in Ireland – at the Cistercian College, Roscrea; Villiers School in Limerick City; Kilkenny College; and Wilson’s Hospital School in Co Westmeath

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Are there summer camps in Spain?


Spain has so much to offer to kids coming to summer camps

and remains one of the best value destinations in Europe.

Do you get paid for Camp Europe?

Camp Europe is a non-profit organization that aims to bring young adults and kids the joy of being part of an international camp atmosphere. We offer volunteer positions at European Camps working with children and staff from more than 60 nations.

All Placements are stipend paid

.

How old do you have to be for Camp Canada?

We accept participants who will be

between 19-30 years old by June 1st

. Participants who are 31 – 33 can also apply if they have a Working Holiday Visa. Do I have to be a student to apply? All new applicants for the 2022 summer must be students or intending to study within one year of your travel to Canada.

Where can I camp Europe?

  • Le Clos du Lac, Provence, France.
  • Le Chant-hibou, Auvergne, France.
  • Camping La Pointe, Brittany, France.
  • D’Olde Kamp, Ansen, Netherlands.
  • Landgoed de Barendonk, Beers, Netherlands.
  • Camping de la Cascade, Coo, Belgium.
  • Zur Mühle, Black Forest, Germany.
  • Camping Mexico, Bregenz, Austria.

Where are summer camps in America?

  • Timber Lake Camp. New York, USA. …
  • Camp Poyntelle. Pennsylvania, USA. …
  • Camp Rim Rock for Girls. West Virginia, USA. …
  • Camp Kamaji for Girls. Minnesota, USA. …
  • Timber Lake West Camp. New York, USA. …
  • Pok-O-MacCready Camps. Adirondack Park, USA. …
  • Camp North Star. Maine, USA. …
  • YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser. Pennsylvania, USA.

Are there any summer camps in Australia?

Summer camps in Australia aren’t as hardcore as those in America which usually run for three months during the summer months. Instead,

the camps now being offered here are usually a week or so, where children live on-site and are plunged back into nature with a range of activities

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What is the best age for summer camp?

  • 5 or younger. This is too young for overnight camp alone. Go to a family camp together or try a day camp. …
  • 6 to 8 years old. For young kids, focus on whether your child is ready. …
  • 9 to 10 years old. If she is excited to go, sign her up. …
  • 11 and older. If they want to go, let them.

How long is Summer Camp in Canada?

FOR HOW LONG?

Minimum commitment is 8 weeks (training week + 7 placement weeks) and up to 16 weeks

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Is Summer Camp a real thing?

Summer camp is

a refuge in an overscheduled, over-connected world

, a place where kids not only can but must go off the grid, taking supported risks, making choices, experiencing agency, living independently from their parents for the first time, and navigating peer relationships in a setting often far from home.

What is the oldest Summer Camp in America?

Founded in 1885 by Sumner F. Dudley,

Camp Dudley

is the oldest continually running boys camp in the United States. It is located in Westport, New York, on the shores of Lake Champlain.

What is Irish camp?

Irish Camp is

a quality program which offers unlimited opportunities for new and varied experiences including learning new physical and social skills, companionship, confidence and individual growth and development

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Can I do camp Canada with a friend?

Unfortunately,

we are not able to place friends or couples together at the same camp

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Do you get paid to work at camp Canada?


You’ll get paid a set salary for working at camp for between 8 and 10 weeks

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What does camp America do?

Camp America is

a cultural exchange programme that gives you the chance to spend your summer living and working on a summer camp in the USA

. We’ll support you from start to finish to make sure you have the experience of a lifetime!

Timothy Chehowski
Author
Timothy Chehowski
Timothy Chehowski is a travel writer and photographer with over 10 years of experience exploring the world. He has visited over 50 countries and has a passion for discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and hidden gems. Juan's writing and photography have been featured in various travel publications.