Guides for parents
Long-form, opinionated, honest. No clickbait. No "5 things every parent must do." Written by people who actually picked a camp this year.
planning · 8 min read
How to actually pick a summer camp (without the spiral)
A no-nonsense 9-step framework parents can run in 30 minutes — based on what real families say actually predicts a good summer.
budget · 6 min read
How to give your kid a great summer for under $500
Free and low-cost camp alternatives — and which paid programs are actually worth it when money is tight.
special needs · 9 min read
Finding kids activities that work for neurodivergent kids
ADHD, autism, anxiety, sensory needs — what to look for, what to ask, and how to spot the programs that get it.