Lights, camera, action! Theater Camp provides the opportunity for campers to explore their creativity through acting. Our instructors will provide experiences for campers to express themselves and invest in the creative process. Campers will perform a small show, based on a specific genre, at the end of the week. No matter what role campers have in a performance, their hard work and combined efforts will make them feel like the star of the show.

Does your camper dream of being a camp counselor one day? If so, then this is the program for them!The Counselor-in-Training Program at Summer at Sandy Spring is the perfect bridge between camper and counselor — where leadership, teamwork, and fun all come together! Designed for our rising 8th and 9th graders, this program gives teens hands-on experience working alongside counselors, supporting younger campers, and learning what it takes to be a positive and effective leader.

Each day, CITs will participate in a mix of leadership workshops, team challenges, and division rotations, where they’ll shadow staff, assist with activities, and develop communication and problem-solving skills. Throughout the week, they’ll also enjoy daily pond time for swimming and a weekly trip to a local pool to relax and unwind with their peers. They will also enjoy some time at one of North America’s largest zip line and aerial tree courses, The Adventure Park at Sandy Spring.

In addition to leadership training, CITs will engage in student service learning hours, career skill sessions, and opportunities to plan and lead games or activities of their own.

Whether your teen is looking to gain confidence, earn volunteer experience, or take their first step toward becoming a counselor, the CIT Program offers the perfect blend of responsibility, learning, and classic camp fun!

*Summer at Sandy Spring is SSL approved by Montgomery County Public Schools, but please check with your child’s individual school before camp begins to ensure SSL hours will be accepted.

Little Friends, Big Experiences

It’s never too early to start being a camper with our Little Friends Camp. Our program is designed to provide 3 and 4-year olds with a full day of activities that emphasize friendship, fun, learning, and discoveries. The program offers a safe and age-appropriate environment that nurtures curiosity and builds self-confidence among young campers. They will be given two opportunities a day to see some of the fun workshops our older campers are doing while still in a safe and friendly environment. Little Friends Camp offers a low camper-to-staff ratio (led by a qualified counselor) to ensure that proper care, attention, and developmental support are given to every child. And yes, campers do need to be fully potty-trained to come to Summer at Sandy Spring.

One of our most popular activities is available as a specialty camp! Campers will have the opportunity to try out the High Ropes Course at the Adventure Park, the nation’s largest aerial park, conveniently located next to our campus. This camp is ideal for adventurous campers who are looking for a unique outdoor summer experience. Through determination and focus, campers will build strength and self-confidence as they complete challenging obstacles and aerial courses – some with exclusive access for our campers.

This aerial forest adventure is safe, exciting and so much fun for all participants! A harness and proper equipment will be provided. Our campers will attend a safety briefing that demonstrates how to climb and zip line in the park on Monday. Then, Tuesday through Friday, unlike regular park visitors, they can go straight into climbing!

Considering the park’s daily cost for climbing, our Adventure Park Mini Camp provides a tremendous value and is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Please note that our camp and campers must adhere to all rules established at the Adventure Park.

Please note: Campers will be at the Adventure Park all day, except for lunch, so they will not participate in theme week activities or pond.

Interactive Summer Fun for Intermediates

Intermediate campers have a wide variety of activities throughout the day! Not only will they have two daily workshops, such as archery, art, and dance, but they will also enjoy playing group games and swimming in the pond. Campers will be served a delicious lunch and two snacks, which will give them the energy they need to keep up with all the fun! Our Intermediate division will also get fully immersed into our theme weeks from color games activities during Color Games Week to designing, building, and racing a cardboard boat during our Maryland Pride Week!

Juniors Join in on the Summer Fun

Summer at Sandy Spring’s Junior Friends Camp is the perfect place for young campers to meet friends, make learning discoveries, and have plenty of summer fun. This full-day program for children ages 4 to 6 nurtures camper curiosity and offers a fun summer experience in a safe environment. Each cabin is led by a veteran staff member, a certified teacher, or someone in the teaching field, and has a low camper to counselor ratio. The activities are age-specific and focus on the ever-changing, ever-developing needs of this age group. Every day presents opportunities for our young campers to socialize, have fun, learn new skills, and build self-confidence.

Is your teen always on the go? If so, leave the planning and logistics to us! Each day, for a whole week, campers entering 8th – 9th grades will be traveling to a new adventure! Under the careful supervision of our counselors, teens will have a chance to build friendships and create memories while visiting local attractions. Shortly after morning drop off, campers will embark on daily field trips. Traveling teens will visit museums, amusement parks, water parks, roller or ice skating facilities, performing arts show, the beloved Adventure Park at Sandy Spring, and much more! Campers will be provided with a bagged lunch and snacks of course!

Summer Fun for Seniors

Senior campers will have a fun-filled summer, from socializing with their friends to participating in two daily workshops! With archery, art, dance workshops, campers will learn new skills and show off their talents! Of course, they will get to swim in our pond to help cool them off, and enjoy a chef-prepared lunch along with two snacks to keep them energized.