Summer Fenn 2013 Catalog

Give them the best summer ever!

2013

A day camp for girls and boys ages 5 – 15

Director’s Letter

With a world filled with choices, thank you for choosing Summer Fenn Day Camp as the premier day camp for your child.

At Summer Fenn we hire only the best and most qualified staff to work with your children. Our team is a combination of public and private school teachers, outdoor educators, experienced artists, theatre professionals, athletes, coaches and mature college students pursuing a career in education. Their professionalism coupled with their commitment to making each child’s experience a positive and memorable one is what makes Summer Fenn stand out above the rest.

We understand that each child is unique and therefore offer three types of programs to appeal to a variety of interests. Our General Camp Program (page 3-4) for campers ages 5-15 offers a well-balanced mix of camp activities including Red Cross swim lessons, Adventure, Arts, Sports, Nature and a wide range of elective options. For our older campers, we offer over twenty different Special Programs (pages 7-10) that range from theatre arts to robotics, from fine arts to athletics. Our Day Tripper Programs (pages 11-12) give campers the opportunity to visit a wide variety of exciting places around New England while experiencing our same commitment to excellence. At Summer Fenn, there is something for everyone.

This summer we are thrilled to be adding a Teen Leadership Program (page 4) to our already diverse and abundant summer programming. Campers entering grades 9-11 will work with our dynamic and professional staff to learn new skills while taking part in camp life, getting involved in community service, venturing off campus, and building relationships with their peers. We are looking forward to offering these teens a positive leadership experience that they can bring back to their homes, schools and communities!

Summer Fenn is an enriching and enjoyable program that your camper will want to be a part of. Make this The Best Summer Ever!

Sincerely,

The Summer Fenn Wayour PhiLosoPhy: ensuring everyone has a fantastic experience!

At Summer Fenn, we are committed to guiding and celebrating our campers as they make choices about how to participate in our many programs. We challenge each camper to take responsibility for his or her own actions and attitudes, making the experience a positive one for everyone. The Summer Fenn Way is about seeking out ways to treat each other well and helping to make someone else’s day better. This is the essence of the Summer Fenn Way and it guides everything we do.

In practice, the Summer Fenn Way is about the acceptance of others. It helps to ensure a safe and comfortable experience with no bullying or put-downs. It means being flexible enough to adjust challenges for each individual, so everyone can participate fully while being supported to stretch just a little further.

Our dedicated staff is focused on making Summer Fenn an experience to cherish for a lifetime.

Visit us online at www.summerfenn.org

the best summer ever starts right here.

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“ We hire only the best and most qualified staff to work with your children.”

Beth Johns-Thomas, Director [email protected] 978.318.3614

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our missionAt Summer Fenn, our mission is to provide the most stimulating, challenging, and enjoyable summer day camp experience for girls and boys ages 5 to 15.

Combining challenge with support, we provide opportunities for campers to identify their personal strengths, learn new skills, increase self-confidence, and make new friends. Our varied and flexible program options generate countless opportunities for exploration and creative expression, while enhancing each child’s social, physical, moral, and intellectual development.

increDibLe staffWhat makes Summer Fenn such a wonderful experience? A wonderful staff ! Their talent, energy, experience, and dedication are absolutely unmatched. Our rigorous and selective hiring process is aimed at recruiting the most experienced, skilled professionals available. Most are teaching professionals, including some from The Fenn School faculty. Summer Fenn staff are selected for their maturity, enthusiasm, creativity, and passion for working with children.

Activity leaders are teaching professionals with many years of experience and expertise. Swim staff have American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and Water Safety Instructor certification. An average staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 (1:4 for Lower Camp) ensures individual attention.

fantastic faciLitySummer Fenn takes place on the beautiful Fenn School campus in Concord, just down the road from the Old North Bridge. We use this exceptional facility to its fullest, taking advantage of its many resources:

n State of the art Performance & Meeting Halln Reynolds Multi Sport Athletic Fields n 30’ x 75’ heated swimming pool n 35’ rock-climbing wall

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n High and low ropes courses n Spacious playing fields n Woodworking shop n Ceramics studion Photography studio and darkroomn Gymnasiums n Air-conditioned classrooms n Computer and video labs

it’s in the DetaiLsIn addition to the fabulous staff, the breadth and depth of programming options and the facility, Summer Fenn stands out in many other ways:

n After camp swim lessons (see page 10) neW n Hot lunches and snacks provided for all

campers and bag lunches for all Day Trippers included in tuition (see page 13)

n Transportation from surrounding towns (see page 13)

n Extended Day — before and after camp (see page 13)

n All Camp Special Events and Spirit Days (see page 6)

n Weekly newsletter with personal comment from your camper’s counselors

n Downloadable weekly group schedules and lunch menus

safetyThe health and safety of your child is the highest priority for Summer Fenn. All programs are developed and conducted with your child’s well-being foremost in mind. A Registered Nurse is on-site daily and a Pediatric Physician is on call to provide routine or emergency care, if needed. Summer Fenn is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).

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LoWer camP samPLe Day

8:45 – 9:00 am Drop Off

9:00 – 9:15 am All Camp Morning Meeting

9:15 – 10:05 am Sports & Games

10:10 – 11:00 am Swim Lessons

11:05 – 11:55 am Lunch/Field Games

12:00 – 12:50 pm Arts & Crafts

12:55 – 1:45 pm Adventure

1:50 – 2:40 pm Free Swim & Snack

2:45 – 3:35 pm Nature

3:35 – 4:00 pm Pick Up

Visit the Summer Fenn website, www.summerfenn.org, to download a weekly schedule for your camper.

General camp Programs

for GirLs anD boys aGes 5 – 15

Our General Camp program provides campers ages 5-15 with the opportunity to experience a variety of active, creative and fun activities under the guidance of our talented staff. It allows campers to build self confidence, create lasting friendships, and make their own choices in a safe and supportive environment.

General Camp counselors lead campers through a well-balanced and diverse schedule that includes Red Cross Swim Lessons, Adventure, Arts & Crafts, Nature, and Sports and Games, getting to know their campers individually and as a group. They assist campers in all of our program areas, helping to ensure that each camper has a positive experience along the way. Our experienced Activity Specialists join groups to lead our program areas, engaging campers with thoughtful, age-appropriate activities and projects and allowing each camper to be successful and participate at a comfortable level.

General Camp is offered all eight weeks of Summer Fenn in either one- or two-week sessions. The schedule and activities change weekly to encourage campers to join us for multiple weeks. Campers are placed in co-ed groups based on their age and the grade they will be entering the following fall. All General Campers participate in our Elective Program and in Friday Special Events (see pages 5-6).

*In order to enhance the Summer Fenn experience for your camper we have restructured the way campers are grouped in General Camp.

*In order to enhance the Summer Fenn experience for our campers we have restructured the way in which they are grouped in General Camp.

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LoWer Camp entering grades K – 1*The Lower Camp program at Summer Fenn is an excellent experience for campers entering kindergarten and first grade.

Our unique Kindergarten program fosters a nurturing environment in which your camper will thrive. Our highly qualified staff works closely with these young campers in their small groups of 10 or fewer campers. With a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, our staff can be responsive to each camper’s individual needs while helping them all to be successful within their group. Campers are gently guided through a well-rounded and flexible schedule allowing them to experience a wide variety of activities at an age-appropriate pace.

“ Summer Fenn is a friendly environment with healthy lunch choices and great communication between staff and families.”

Parent of 2nd grade camper

Campers entering first grade benefit from our staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 in their small groups of 12-16 campers. Our staff engages campers by helping them to connect with others, gain confidence and explore new and exciting opportunities in a varied and well-paced schedule.

As a part of their schedule, first grade campers are introduced to individual choice, which is an integral part of the Summer Fenn experience. Counselors offer a variety of elective options throughout the week that are created with the needs and interests of this younger age group in mind. They work closely with campers helping to guide them as they make positive choices about how to participate fully at a level they will enjoy. By maintaining a high level of flexibility we ensure that campers have fun and are successful.

Sample elective choices: Water Games, T-ball, Tower Building, Clay, Music, and Nature Walks.

“ I did my favorite activities all day and the campers and counselors were very nice and funny.”

4th grade camper

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middLe Camp entering grades 2 – 3*The Middle Camp experience at Summer Fenn is incredibly well-rounded, providing campers with an excellent balance of fun and engaging activities. With a staff to camper ratio of 1:5 including Activity Specialists, our exceptional counselors guide their groups through their daily schedule. As they grow in General Camp, Middle Campers are provided with more choice in how to participate in their increased afternoon elective options.

miDDLe camP samPLe Day

8:45 – 9:00 am Drop Off


9:15 – 10:05 am Adventure

10:10 – 11:00 am Arts & Crafts


12:00 – 12:50 pm Nature

12:55 – 1:45 pm Lunch/Field Games

1:50 – 2:40 pm Elective Block


3:35 – 4:00 pm Pick Up

upper Camp entering grades 4 – 6*Upper Campers have more flexibility and choice in deciding how to participate in the increasing variety of activities offered throughout their week. Our outstanding counselors travel with their groups throughout their daily schedule and Activity Specialists offer these campers high-end and age-appropriate programming. The afternoon elective choices for Upper Campers are wide and varied allowing them to tailor their own Summer Fenn experience.

uPPer camP samPLe Day

8:45 – 9:00 am Drop Off



10:10 – 11:00 am Adventure

11:05 – 11:55 am Lunch/Field Games

12:00 – 12:50 pm Sports & Games




3:35 – 4:00 pm Pick Up

Senior Camp entering grades 7 – 8*Senior Camp is the capstone of the Summer Fenn General Camp experience, providing campers with the most choice we have to offer. Their schedule features “choice blocks” in addition to their already well-balanced programming and afternoon electives, allowing these older campers the flexibility to engage in even more activities that foster their individuality and independence. Senior Campers also enjoy a field trip one day a week to places such as: Breezy Point, Wingaersheek Beach and Kimballs.

senior camP samPLe Day

8:45 – 9:00 am Drop Off


9:15 – 10:05 amMorning may include Adventure, Sports, Fine Arts, Group Choice Block, Nature

10:10 – 11:00 am

11:05 – 11:55 am

12:00 – 12:50 pmSwim Choice-Instruction, Guard Start

12:55 – 1:45 pm Lunch



3:35 – 4:00 pm Pick Up

Teen LeaderShip program entering grades 9 – 11 neW

Our Teen Leadership program is a new program specifically designed to provide young adults with the skills and experience necessary to become confident leaders.

Each two-week session involves: n Community servicen Mentoring in specialty areas of campn Workshops on a variety of leadership skills • communication • compromise • public speakingn First Aid & CPR certificationn Team building on our ropes coursen Weekly off-camp excursion • White Water Rafting • Deerfield Valley Zipline • Brownstone ParkSpace is limited. Teens must fill out an application (available on our website www.summerfenn.org) and it must accompany the camp registration form (completed by parent/guardian) and deposit. Candidates will have an orientation with the Teen Leader Director beginning in the spring.

“ The staff’s attention to my daughter’s happiness gave me peace of mind that she was in good hands.”

Parent of 9th grade camper

buiLD your oWn scheDuLeOur Elective Program offers all campers in our General Camp and Special Programs the opportunity to tailor their own Summer Fenn experience by participating in the activities that most interest them. Whether it is delving into a specific program area they enjoy or chal-lenging themselves to try something new, campers make their own choices each week. New electives are regularly introduced while the favorites are always an option, ensuring a wide variety of creative, active and fun activity choices for all ages.

“ We loved the range of activities, the structure and organization, the emphasis on fun and the wonderful interactions with staff.”

Family of 3rd and 5th grade campers

afternoon electives

hoW eLectives WorKAs campers grow within the Summer Fenn program, they are given more choice in their schedule. On Monday of each session, they select their two-day elective activities. On Wednesday of each session, they choose their next two-day elective options.

middle campers select up to four electives. They could have two electives that meet on Monday and Tuesday and two different electives that meet on Wednesday and Thursday.

upper campers and half-and-half special Program campers select up to six electives. They could have three electives that meet on Monday and Tuesday and three different electives that meet on Wednesday and Thursday.

full Day special Program campers select up to two electives, one that meets on Monday and Tuesday, and a different elective that meets on Wednesday and Thursday.

senior campers select between two and four electives depending on their weekly schedule.

Lower campers’ electives are unique. Please see page 3 for details.

Campers will make elective choices while they are at camp. We make every effort to ensure that they participate in their most desired activities. Please know that there may be instances when they do not receive their first choice.

so many choicesOur amazing Special Program and General Camp staff is constantly using their expertise and many talents to create new and exciting choices for campers that vary each week. Choices may include:

n Ga Ga Balln Quidditch n Scooter Hockeyn Baseballn Capture the Flagn Dr. Dodgeballn Freestyle Frisbeen Mountain Biking

n Archeryn High Ropesn Climbing Walln Fort Buildingn Nature Walksn Water Balloon

Launchingn Magic Tricks

n Domino Dominationn Free Swimn Water Basketballn Jugglingn Drummingn Beat Boxingn Theatre Gamesn Glee

n Woodworkingn Ceramicsn Free Artn Stamp Makingn Graffiti Artn Cartooningn Duct Tape Artn And MANY MORE!

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n Crazy hair day

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sPirit DaysEvery Wednesday we invite both campers and staff alike to show their Summer Fenn Spirit by taking part in a silly themed dress-up day. Our Spirit Days are a unique and exciting way to show our camp unity, as people of all ages and in all program areas participate in showing their spirit!

Sample Spirit Days are:n Team Spirit Day n Hilarious Hat Dayn Superhero Day n Silly Sock Dayn Crazy Hair Day n Summer Fenn Colors Day

At Summer Fenn, we also provide a range of other exciting activities throughout the summer. We have cookouts every Friday, an inflatable water slide for those really hot days, and special program performances. We may also have visiting artists and professional entertainment, and a wide variety of silly impromptu activities created by our very own Summer Fenn staff!

And the fun continues on rainy days when we bring our program indoors or introduce new activities such as Tower Building, an Egg Drop, or an all-camp Newspaper Fashion Show!

sPeciaL eventsEvery Friday afternoon following a cookout, we put on a camp-wide Special Event. Our events are a fun and exciting way for campers to wrap up their week with us and an excellent way to celebrate our Summer Fenn community. Our events are created with all ages in mind, allowing campers to participate fully and comfortably with the support of our staff.

Sample Special Events are:n Amazing Race n Carnival n Wacky Olympicsn Space Race n Lip Sync n County Fair

excitinG creative aLternatives Summer Fenn’s Special Programs offer campers the chance to immerse themselves in exciting, more focused activities. We offer programs that concentrate on a specialty area for the full day or for the morning, all of which are led by experienced and professional staff. Special Program space is limited to ensure the highest level of camper support and encouragement.

Summer Fenn provides all program equipment and supplies for Special Programs, unless otherwise noted.

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muSiCaL full-Day

Ages 10-15: Three-week program (weeks 5- 7)Join Musical Director Rene Pfister, founder of Make Your Life A Musical and Musical Director of the Concord Youth Theatre, for an exciting 3 weeks of musical theatre! Campers will learn all aspects of participating in a musical, including singing, dancing, acting, and auditioning for parts, all to take place in Fenn’s state of the art Performance and Meeting Hall! The program culminates with an evening performance for families and friends and a daytime performance for campers and staff. No experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and have fun!

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Ages 12-15: Two-week program (weeks 2-3) Drama PerformanceAges 12-15: Two-week program (weeks 6-7) Musical PerformanceGet involved behind the scenes of our Drama and Musical productions in this new theatre tech program! Working under the direction of professional staff, campers will participate in many aspects of stagecraft, from set design and construction to lighting, sound, props, costuming and make up. Each camper will have the opportunity to concentrate on his or her primary areas of interest while developing a variety of technical theatre skills. All campers are required to attend the Thursday night performance of the show they are working on.

Summer Fenn gLee half & half

Ages 10-15: One-week program (weeks 1, 4) Rachel and Finn have nothing on you when you star in Summer Fenn Glee! Campers will sing and dance through their week, working with a choreographer and pianist as they learn the basics of synchronized moves and harmony while developing personality and confidence. The week will culminate in a fun and collaborative performance of today’s top hits.

drama full-Day Ages 10-15: Three-week program (weeks 1-3)Experience our amazing drama program with new drama director Tiffany Toner. Tiffany is the theatre director at The Fenn School, she has a MFA from Rhode Island College and brings over 10 years of theatrical experience to Summer Fenn. Campers will thrive in a nurturing environment while learning character development, improvisation, speech and diction, blocking and how to work well as an ensemble, all to take place in Fenn’s state of the art Performance and Meeting Hall! The program culminates with an evening performance for families and friends. No experience necessary, just a willingness to learn and have fun!

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haLF-and-haLF programS half & half Our half-and-half programs combine a Special Program in the morning and up to six elective choice blocks in the afternoon (see page 5 for electives), with lunch in between served by Summer Fenn. While most campers stay for the full day, if you prefer, you can register just for the morning Special Program and be picked up at noon.

FuLL-day programS full-Day

Our full-day programs focus on a specialty for the entire day with one afternoon elective on Monday and Tuesday and a different afternoon elective on Wednesday and Thursday (see page 5 for electives). A hot lunch and morning snack is provided and served by Summer Fenn.

“ You run a great camp and my son is already talking about next year. Many thanks to everyone for all of their hard work!”

Family of 5th grade camper

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BaSeBaLL full-Day

Ages 8-12: One-week program (week 4) Join Fenn faculty member and coach, Ben Smith, for a full-day of baseball instruction! Campers will spend their mornings learning the fundamental skills of the game as they focus on drills that include hitting, pitching, catching and fielding. Afternoons will give campers a chance to practice these skills as they jump into game play on Fenn’s beautiful new baseball field. Campers must provide their own glove.

goLF half & half

Ages 10-15, with some experience:One-week program (week 3)Our Golf program is designed for campers ages 10-15 and combines instruction from our camp staff along with time on the driving range, putting greens, and beautiful golf courses. This camp is recommended for beginner to intermediate golfers.

Each day our camp staff work with campers on driving, iron play, chipping, putting and course etiquette at local driving ranges and putting greens. Campers will also experience game play at a par 3 and 9 hole golf course during their week. Campers must provide their own clubs.

SoCCer Camp with JeFF Tipping half & half

Ages 8-9: One-week program (week 6) Ages 10-13: One-week program (week 6)Summer Fenn is pleased to once again offer this high-end program by teaming up with coaching legend Jeff Tipping, one of the most respected soccer clinicians in the world. Jeff has coached on both a collegiate and national level, serving as an assistant coach for the US Women’s National Soccer Team in 1998, and continues to be involved in the education of players and coaches alike.

Jeff and his experienced coaching staff will teach campers the fundamental skills of the game with an emphasis on learning the techniques correctly. Campers will be led through drills that focus on dribbling, passing, ball control, defending and more. Join us for this unique opportunity to learn from a true professional! This program is recommended for campers who possess a serious interest in soccer.

aLL SporTS half & half

Ages 8-10: One-week program (weeks 5, 8)Ages 10-13: One-week program (weeks 1, 2, 7)Organized by Fenn faculty member and coach Ben Smith, campers spend their week actively involved in a variety of team sports. With a balance of skill building, teamwork and recreational fun, campers engage in a mix of traditional sports with an introduction to international games. Options for play may include: flag football, floor hockey, soccer, cricket, basketball, baseball, and more!

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advenTure ChaLLenge half & half

Ages 10-13: One-week program (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8)Ages 12-15: One-week program (week 7)Spend your mornings climbing, belaying, and swinging in the air! Adventure Challenge provides a progression of exciting activities in which campers learn to challenge themselves while supporting others in a positive way. Campers begin the week with teambuilding and advance to a series of challenges—from low and high ropes courses to a three-sided climbing wall complete with challenging overhangs and chimney climbs. Challenge levels increase each day as new activities are introduced. activities include:n Games and Initiatives n Climbing Tower n Bouldering Wall n Initiative Wall n Zip Line n Islands in the Sky n Wilder Woosey n Cat Walk

mounTain Biking half & half

Ages 10-13: One-week program (weeks 3, 5, 7)Get the ins-and-outs of trail riding in this fun, hands-on program! Our experienced staff will lead participants through all types of carefully selected terrain in the Concord area where they will develop their riding skills and strategies while learning proper trail etiquette and environmental awareness. Off the trails they will be guided in the basics of bicycle safety, care and maintenance. Campers must provide a bike helmet and a mountain bike in good working order.

evening SoCCer CLiniC WiTh JeFF Tipping Ages 14-16: One-week program (week 6)This intense evening clinic led by Jeff Tipping, is for the serious soccer player looking to develop and refine his or her soccer skills. The program will run Monday through Thursday from 5:30-7:30pm on the beautiful turf field at Summer Fenn. Participants must register in advance.

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advanCed video produCTion full-Day Ages 12-15: Two-week program (weeks 3-4) Take your movie making skills to the next level by going behind the scenes in this advanced video program! Campers will produce, direct, act in and shoot their videos while delving deeper into the editing process in our multi-media studio. Our knowledgeable staff will work closely with campers as they develop their technical skills and experiment with green screens and other special effects while creating a final product to be taken home on DVD. This program is designed for campers who have digital filmmaking experience.

BuiLd your oWn BoaT full-Day

Ages 10-15: One-week program (weeks 5, 6)Build your very own boat in this awesome program! Campers will spend their day working with craftsman Chris Balch as he guides them through the process of building a light and fast 15’ canoe, perfect for paddling on flat-water and gentle rivers.

muLTi-media arT full-Day

Ages 8-15: One-week program (weeks 5, 7, 8)This program will take campers on an artistic and creative journey through far away lands. Using a variety of different mediums including kiln fired ceramic clay, glass, fabric, beads, marbles, wood, paint and polymer clay, campers will create an elaborate scene in the form of a 3D diorama using custom-made wooden bases. Choose from two different themes offered or attend all three weeks.

Week 5 - The LoraxWeeks 7 & 8 - The Hobbit

video produCTion full-Day

Ages 10-12: One-week program (weeks 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) Ages 13-15: One-week program (week 1) Lights, camera, action! Explore the fundamentals of video production in this Summer Fenn favorite! Campers will work together to write, storyboard and act in their own movie while learning the basics of camera work and editing. Their week concludes with a screening for all of camp and their final product is taken home on DVD.

ruLe a roBoT half & half

Ages 9-12: One-week program (weeks 3, 4, 5)Build and program your own robot! Using LEGO Mindstorms™ NXT 2.1 Robotics Invention System, learn how robots sense, think, move and communicate. Using updated sensors and components, campers will build basic robots that are capable of performing specific tasks and solving a series of challenges!

digiTaL phoTography half & half

Ages 10-13: One-week program (week 5)Ages 12-15: One-week program (week 6)Experience the possibilities of Digital Photography! Using Nikon D3000 digital cameras campers will learn a variety of shooting techniques, exploring lighting, contrast, composition and more. They will creatively enhance their images using the many facets of Adobe Photoshop CS5, producing a high quality portfolio to take home.

phoTography half & half

Ages 10-13: One-week program (week 3) Ages 12-15: One-week program (week 4)Discover the art of traditional 35mm black and white photography! Under the guidance of our knowledgeable instructors, campers will experience the entire progression from start to finish, learning about composition, acquiring shooting skills, and stepping into our fully-equipped darkroom to process and develop their own original photos.

WoodWorking half & half

Ages 10-12: One-week program (weeks 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8) Ages 13-15: One-week program (week 5)Step into our fully equipped woodshop and learn to build with Summer Fenn’s talented woodworking instructors. From tables and bookshelves to desks and Adirondack chairs, campers will handcraft projects of their very own to take home. Come with an original idea or follow the guidance of our experienced staff to create a project that works for you. To build a more elaborate project take two weeks back-to-back.

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CeramiCS half & half

Ages 10-13: Two-week program (weeks 1-2, 3-4, 5-6) Ages 12-15: Two-week program (weeks 7-8)Spend your mornings working with clay in our beautiful ceramics studio! In this unique, two-week program, campers will learn the intricacies of throwing on our electric pottery wheels and develop their hand building skills to create their own masterpieces. Our experienced instructors provide each camper with individual guidance throughout the process as they learn to build, bisque and glaze, firing their final projects in our kiln.

Book arTS half & half

Ages 10-15: One-week program (week 6)In this hands-on creative arts program, Summer Fenn veteran Catherine Christensen will lead campers through an introduction to the world of book arts. Campers will create their own unique collection of journals, accordion books and more while exploring a variety of techniques including paper decorating, paper-making and book binding.

gLaSS arTS half & half

Ages 10-15: One week program (weeks 3, 4)Join expert staff from Denault Studios in our Glass Arts program! Campers will learn basic design concepts and construction techniques, while creating a variety of beautiful finished pieces, ranging from serving dishes to fused glass jewelry, all to be taken home!

meTaL JeWeLry half & half

Ages 10-15: One week program (week 1)Experience the fascination of metal-working to create jewelry with the staff from Denault Studios! Campers will gain an understanding of the design process, basic soldering techniques and studio safety as they cut, texture, form and shape wire and metal sheets into their own unique brass, copper and sterling silver pieces of jewelry.

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“ We are devoted to Summer Fenn and continue to be impressed after five years! It is the best program of any kind that we have experienced with our kids.”

Family of 5th and 7th grade campers

aFTer Camp SWimming LeSSonS Ages 5-15New for 2013 we will be offering Red Cross swim lessons after the camp day for an additional cost. A 30-minute lesson will be offered Monday through Thursday on a weekly basis. For more information, please visit our website at www.summerfenn.org.

“ My son feels very comfortable at Summer Fenn. He just has a great time and loves that he can be creative!”


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Day tripper Programs

day Tripper advenTureExperience a variety of recreational activities in our fun-filled Day Tripper Adventure program! Each day campers travel to an exciting destination, exploring new places and having fun at old favorites. Sign up for one week, two weeks or all eight weeks and broaden your horizons!

We now offer a day trip experience for campers ages 10-13 and a separate experience for those campers ages 13-15.

SampLe advenTureSSince we are always looking for new places to go and sites to see, our final destinations for each week may differ from those on the sample list. Prior to camp, you will receive a detailed schedule of each week’s day trips.

Week 1 June 24-28 Week 2 July 1-5

n Kimball’sn Fenway Park Tourn Whale Watchn Canobie Lake Parkn Beach

n Mel’s Funwayn Six Flagsn Sky Zonen NO CAMPn Beach

Week 3 July 8-12 Week 4 July 15-19

n Jay Gee’s Fun Centern TD Garden Tourn Water Countryn Rock Spotn Beach

n Kimball’sn Codzillan 5 Witsn Water Countryn Beach

Week 5 July 22-26 Week 6 July 29 - August 2

n Mel’s Funwayn Canobie Lake Parkn Prudential Skywalk

& Pizzan Bromley Mountainn Beach

n Sky Zonen Duck Tourn Jay Gee’s Fun Centern White Water Raftingn Beach

Week 7 August 5-9 Week 8 August 12-16

n Kimball’sn 5 Wits n Water Countryn Fenway Park Tourn Beach

n Glow Bowling & Pizza

n Codzillan Davis Mega Mazen Six Flagsn Beach

summer fenn on the Go!Our Day Tripper Programs give campers the opportunity to explore fun and interesting places off campus with the same Summer Fenn expectation for excellence! With our professional staff providing guidance and supervision, campers experience a wide variety of exciting attractions that New England has to offer.

A made-to-order bag lunch, drink and snack are provided by Summer Fenn daily.

“You have a fantastic staff and we just love how friendly, positive and energetic they are with the kids!”


Week 1 June 24-28 Week 2 July 1-5

n Mels Funwayn Codzillan Horseback Ridingn Six Flagsn Beach

n Kimball’sn Surf School n Deerfield Valley

Ziplinen NO CAMPn Kayaking

Week 3 July 8-12 Week 4 July 15-19

n Sky Zonen Brownstone Parkn Urban Adventuresn Bromley Mountainn Beach

n SkyVenturen Duck Tour/

Faneuil Halln White Water Raftingn Jay Gee’s Fun Centern Beach

Week 5 July 22-26 Week 6 July 29 - August 2

n Rock Spotn Codzillan Horseback Ridingn Six Flagsn Beach

n Mels Funwayn Surf School n Faneuil Hall/Lunch

@ Hardrock Cafén Bromley Mountainn Kayaking

Week 7 August 5-9 Week 8 August 12-16

n SkyVenturen Fenway Park Tour n Brownstone Parkn White Water Raftingn Beach

n Jay Gee’s Fun Centern Water Countryn Sky Zonen Deerfield Valley

Ziplinen Canoeing

Ages 10-13 Ages 13-15

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day Tripper naTuraLiST

This program is sure to please any nature lover! Each week our knowledgeable staff will guide campers through a variety of awesome explorations focused on the diversity of habitats and ecosystems around New England. By participating in a mix of experiential, hands-on activities, campers will discover, learn and gain an appreciation of our natural world while having tons of outdoor fun.

SampLe naTuraLiST advenTureSSince we are always looking for new places to go and sites to see, our final destinations for each week may differ from those on the sample list. Prior to camp you will receive a detailed schedule of each week’s day trips.

Week 5 July 22-26 Week 6 July 29 – August 2 Week 7 August 5-9

Mon.Purgatory ChasmForest Ecosystems and Geology

Middlesex FellsForest Ecosystems

Leominster State ForestForest Ecosystems

Tue.Canoeing - Sudbury RiverRiparian and Fresh Water Ecosystems

Kayaking - Ipswich RiverRiparian and Fresh Water Ecosystems

Canoeing-Concord RiverRiparian and Fresh Water Ecosystems

Wed.Cape Ann Whale WatchOcean Ecosystems and Marine Biology

Cape Ann Whale WatchOcean Ecosystems and Marine Biology

Cape Ann Whale WatchOcean Ecosystems and Marine Biology

Thu.Hike Pack MonadnockOld Growth Forests and Alpine Ecosystems

Hike Blue Hills ReservationOld Growth Forests and Alpine Ecosystems

Hike at Mt. WataticOld Growth Forests and Alpine Ecosystems

Fri.Tide Pools at Halibut PointTide Pool and Shore Ecosystems

Odiorne Point State ParkTide Pool and Shore Ecosystems

Plum Island ReservationTide Pool and Shore Ecosystems

“ I have always felt as though the staff at Summer Fenn is the best part of the camp. The counselors know how to have fun and how to be kids again.”

8th grade camper

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membershiPsn American Camp Association (ACA) n National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) n Massachusetts Camping Association (MCA) n Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE) n Association of Independent Camps (AIC) n Association for Experiential Education (AEE )

It is the policy of The Fenn School and Summer Fenn to maintain a camp environment that is free from discrimination and to conduct its practices, programs, financial aid policies and other camp-administrative programs solely on the basis of an individual’s merit, qualifications and abilities. The Fenn School and Summer Fenn do not discrimi-nate on the basis of gender, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.Summer Fenn complies with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and is licensed by the local board of health (105 CMR 430.190,C).

Photography by: Jon Byrd, Friddo, Diane Hoff, Beth Johns-Thomas, Anthony Santos, Keith Weston, and Summer Fenn staff

information & registration

Lunch Relax, there’s no need to pack a lunch! At Summer Fenn, we understand the importance of providing a hot lunch, complete with salad bar, snacks, and all the fixings for a full day. Hot lunch is included in the tuition for all full day campers, and a bag lunch is provided for our Day Trippers. Visit our website, www.summerfenn.org, to see our weekly lunch menu. If your child has any special dietary needs or concerns, please contact the Camp Director.

No Nuts! For the safety of campers and staff, all of our lunch menu and snack items are peanut and tree nut safe. We do not serve peanut butter or food products containing peanuts or tree nuts. We supply alternatives such as cream cheese or sunflower butter. We ask that all campers respect this safety concern by leaving any food containing nuts or nut products at home.

Extended Day Summer Fenn offers a fun and safe Extended Day program during scheduled hours from 7:30-8:45AM and 4-6PM. Campers dropped off earlier than 8:45AM or not picked up by 4:15PM are considered part of Extended Day. Afternoon snack is always provided. Sign up for morning or afternoon sessions or both. Activities are varied and flexible, ranging from recreational swim to arts and crafts. Last pick up is by 6PM. There is a late charge of $5.00 per minute after 6PM.

Drop-in Extended Day We understand there are times when things come up and you cannot be on time to pick up your camper. Drop-in Extended Day is available at an hourly rate billed directly to families.

NOTE: There will be NO EXTENDED DAY from 4-6PM on Friday, August 16. Please make arrangements to pick up your camper by 4PM.

Friend Request We try to accommodate each camper’s request to be with friends; however, our main concern is to provide a well-balanced group experience for everyone. To do this, we need to first consider grade, age, gender, and maximum group size. Therefore, while we are typically able to honor these requests, we make no guarantees. List your request on the registration form and make sure that your friend lists you on his or her application. All friend requests must be made in writing by May 1, 2013.

Enrollment and Fees Enrollment in all of Summer Fenn programs is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Our programs are open to all girls and boys interested in an enriching summer experience. For all of our programs, the tuition includes lunch, snack, t-shirt, field-trip admissions, and program-related supplies. See the Tuition Schedule on the back of the registration form for specific program tuition and information about our Sibling Discount.

Registration To register, please complete both sides of the registration form (available on our website as a writable PDF) and mail it along with your non-refundable and non-transferable deposit, $50 per week, per camper. We accept Visa, Mastercard and checks payable to: Summer Fenn Day Camp (SFDC). Once your registration is processed, you will receive a confirmation packet that contains all pertinent camp information. Registrations are on-going until a program is full. All balances are due on or before May 1, 2013.

We work hard to honor all registrations. If payment in full is not received by May 1, 2013, your camper’s registration may be cancelled. We appreciate and request that you communicate with our office concerning any additions, deletions, or changes to your camper’s registration.

Transportation Transportation to and from Summer Fenn is available at convenient pick-up and drop-off points for an additional charge. Campers will ride school buses operated by a local independent company and each bus will be monitored by a Summer Fenn staff member. To enroll, complete and return the Transportation Registration Form with full payment. Learn more about our transportation service, including fees, on the Transportation Registration Form and on our website. All policies and procedures related to refunds and camper behavior are outlined in the Parent Handbook and Statement of Responsibility and apply to the provision of transportation by Summer Fenn Day Camp.

Carpool Another option is our extremely successful carpool list. To add yourself to the list, simply indicate your interest on the Camper Registration Form and your information will be shared with other interested families on the carpool list.

Medical Information Under Massachusetts state law, all campers must have a Health Form on file before attending camp. This includes a Camper Health history completed by the family and an immunization record signed by a doctor within 24 months of their camp attendance. Authorization Forms are also required for the administration of prescription and over-the-counter medications. A Health and Permission Form can be found on our website under camp forms and will be mailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please contact the Director of Summer Fenn, Beth Johns-Thomas, with any specific questions regarding medical concerns.

Refund Policy We will provide a refund, minus the $50 non-refundable deposit per week, if we receive written notice of cancellation by May 1, 2013. If illness occurs following the May 1, 2013 deadline, we must receive a written request for a refund, accompanied by a doctor’s note stating that camp attendance is medically inadvisable; we will issue a refund, less the $50 deposit per week. The $50 deposit is non-transferable and cannot be applied to weeks for which a balance is still owed. When space permits, campers may be able to change sessions for which they are registered. After May 1, 2013, no refund or reduction in fees is possible for a child who drops a week or program, arrives late, leaves early, or attends only part of a session.

Financial Aid Limited aid is available and awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Please call or email the Camp Director, Beth Johns-Thomas, for more information.

For more information contact: Summer Fenn Day Camp 516 Monument Street Concord, MA 01742-1894 Phone: 978-318-3614 Fax: 978-318-3683 Email: [email protected] www.summerfenn.org

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See iT For yourSeLF! attend an open house

Can’t make an open house?To schedule a private campus tour, call 978-318-3614 or email us at: [email protected]

For your convenience a list of our programs and dates are included here. Please complete and mail the registration and transportation forms included in your packet. Our tuition schedule can be found on page 2 of the registration form or on our website, summerfenn.org.

Sunday, February 10 2 – 4pm Saturday, March 9 2 – 4pm Saturday, April 6 2 – 4pm

2013 CAMPER REGISTRATION FORMPlease fill out both sides of this form. Please Print NEATLY.

www.summerfenn.org | email: [email protected]

Child’s Name: Gender: M F Age: Birthdate:

School attending in September 2013: Grade entering in September 2013:

Has anyone in your family attended The Fenn School? o YES o NO Friend Request:

Is your child new to Summer Fenn? o YES o NO # of years: Last camp attended:

Would you prefer to receive the Registration Confirmation and Parent Handbook via e-mail when possible? o YES o NO

What size T-shirt does your camper wear? YOUTH o S(6-8) o M(10-12) o L(14-16) ADULT o S o M o L o XL

CARPOOL! May we share your name, address, and phone number on the carpool list? o YES o NO

1) Parent/Guardian Name: 2) Parent/Guardian Name:

Address: Address:

City, State, Zip: City, State, Zip:

Home Phone: Cell: Home Phone: Cell:

Work Phone: Work Phone:

Email: Email:

PLEASE FILL OUT BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM

One form per child. To enroll more than one child, please download a copy of this form from our website, summerfenn.org.Fillable PDF also available on our website.

Check the appropriate boxes. (Required ages/grades as of 6/1/13 indicated in each block)

Week 1June 24-28

Week 2July 1-5**

Week 3July 8-12

Week 4July 15-19

Week 5July 22-26

Week 6July 29-August 2

Week 7August 5-9

Week 8August 12-16

GENERAL CAMP

One-week program (Grades K-8) o o o o o o o o

Two-week program (Grades K-8) o o o o

Teen Leadership Program (Grades 9-11) o o o o

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

Full Day

Advanced Video Production o 12-15

Baseball o 8-12Build Your Own Boat o 10-15 o 10-15Drama/Musical o Drama 10-15 o Musical 10-15

Theatre Tech o 12-15 o 12-15Multi-Media Art o 8-15 o 8-15 o 8-15Video Production o 13-15 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12Half & Half

Adventure Challenge o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 12-15 o 10-13All Sports o 10-13 o 10-13 o 8-10 o 10-13 o 8-10Book Arts o 10-15Ceramics o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 12-15Digital Photography o 10-13 o 12-15Glass Arts o 10-15 o 10-15Golf o 10-15Metal Jewelry o 10-15Mountain Biking o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13Photography o 10-13 o 12-15Rule a Robot o 9-12 o 9-12 o 9-12Soccer Camp with Jeff Tipping o 8-9Soccer Camp with Jeff Tipping o 10-13Summer Fenn Glee o 10-15 o 10-15Woodworking o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 13-15 o 10-12 o 10-12 o 10-12Evening Soccer Clinic with Jeff Tipping o 14-16After Camp Swimming Lessons (Monday - Thursday) o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15 o 5-15DAY TRIPPERS

Adventure for Ages 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13 o 10-13Adventure for Ages 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15 o 13-15Naturalist o 9-12 o 9-12 o 9-12EXTENDED DAY

7:30AM - 8:45AM o o o o o o o o

4:00PM - 6:00PM (Not offered Friday, August 16)* o o o o o o o o *

** Summer Fenn is closed on Thursday, July 4.

Summer Fenn day Camp 516 Monument Street, Concord, MA 01742-1894 Phone: 978-318-3614 Fax: 978-318-3683 Email: [email protected] www.summerfenn.org

it’s all about the Summer Fenn experience.

Documents

Summer Fenn 2013 Catalog