Camp Eastwood

Every song, game and cabin set-up here is built for one age group. Eastwood is made for children finishing kindergarten through fourth grade, filling the gap between early childhood and the confidence, skills and stamina a longer residential camp asks for. The aim is that every camper leaves more inspired to take on what comes next: confident, valued, and enriched by the experiences and connections they find here. Sessions run from four days to two weeks, deliberately short for children new to sleeping away from home.

Sessions run one or two weeks, with a four-day Mini-Camp for the newest campers, short by design for children new to sleeping away from home. The day balances high-energy activities with time to rest, helping campers build routines, develop responsibility and feel a real sense of belonging. It starts early for those who want it, with an optional Early Risers program before the standard reveille. From there the day moves through meals, morning meeting, cabin cleanup, Aquatics, Adventure, Athletics, Movement, and STEAM blocks, Free Play and Snack, Electives, and the afternoon rest period. Then its more cabin activities, free swim, Shower Hour, and wrapping up with camp-wide evening activity, and a closing circle at bedtime. The activity range is broad for a camp this young: spanning all four program areas and more. Aquatics include daily swim lessons PLUS daily recreational swim Athletics includes activities like: soccer, floor hockey, pickleball, wiffleball, football, playground games, basketball, and more! Adventure/Movement STEAM includes activities like: Woodworking, sewing, jewelry making, painting, drawing, cooking, drama, improv, robotics, 3D printing and STEM challenges.

Few moments are as meaningful as when our entire camp gathers for meals. Just as important—to us and to you—is ensuring the food we serve is high-quality, nutritious, and offers plenty of variety. Our 100-percent nut-free facility ensures that all allergens are carefully accommodated. We always provide vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other options as needed. Selective Eater? No worries! Breakfast always includes a reliable spread at the breakfast bar, with cereal, yogurt, fruit, and pastries. At lunch and dinner, there’s a full salad bar to choose from. In the afternoon and evening, additional options like homemade soup, sun butter and jelly sandwiches, and a pasta bar, featuring penne or noodles with red sauce, cheese and butter, chicken, and steamed broccoli ensures there’s something for everyone. In addition to three mealtimes we also have a morning, afternoon, and bedtime snack each day.

Lauren and Stacey’s years as camp directors, educators, and moms have taught them the importance of being thoughtful and intentional. They are honored to be responsible for your camper’s care, with safety and well-being always at the heart of what they do. Families can feel assured knowing Camp Eastwood is purposely designed for elementary-aged children to grow and build key life skills while gaining readiness for future sleepaway camp. How Do Campers Build Skills at Eastwood? Community living skills: Learning to share space, take responsibility, and care for personal and group needs Team-based play: We practice winning and losing appropriately, cooperation, communication, and problem-solving in a fun and active way Exploration and choice: Encouraging curiosity, creativity, and confidence through new experiences Daily routines and structure: Building independence and self-reliance through consistent, age-appropriate expectations Supportive relationships: Developing empathy, resilience, and a sense of belonging through friendships and caring adult role models

Your child’s health, safety, and wellness are our top priorities. As mothers ourselves, we deeply understand how challenging it can be to entrust someone else with your child’s care. That’s why we approach every aspect of camp with the utmost care and responsibility. We consider ourselves your child’s summer parents, and we treat that role with the seriousness it deserves. We make every decision as if your child were our own. In some cases, they are. Safety The safety of our camp community is a priority long before the first camper arrives. Every member of our staff is carefully selected through personal interviews, reference checks, and comprehensive background screenings. Our counselors are emerging leaders who are mature, compassionate, and genuinely committed to being part of our camp community. Leadership Our leadership team is made up of seasoned educators and experienced camp professionals who are passionate about nurturing children. They guide campers through social challenges, serve as positive role models, and support the development of meaningful friendships and age-appropriate leadership skills. All staff participate in a thorough, week-long orientation, with additional training for those in specialty roles or leadership positions. We treat orientation as a continuation of the hiring process, ensuring every team member is fully prepared before camp begins. When your child arrives, they’ll be in the care of a well-trained and dedicated team. We emphasize the importance of direct supervision, especially during out-of-camp trips, through detailed training sessions, weekly staff meetings, and trip-day briefings. Our cabins are equipped with smoke detectors and securely mounted fire extinguishers. Emergency procedures and fire safety plans are clearly outlined during orientation, ensuring every staff member is prepared to keep our community safe. Health & Wellness At Eastwood, we’re passionate about promoting a healthy lifestyle. Whether it’s offering nutritious meals in the dining hall, encouraging sunscreen use out on the fields, or providing care through our well-trained health center staff, we prioritize your child’s physical and emotional well-being. Our goal is to help campers enjoy every moment of camp while fostering a lasting awareness of the importance of health. Our Health Center is staffed 24 hours a day by one of our nurses. There are two hospitals along with an urgent care facility less than 15 minutes from camp.

We support not only the camper's first sleepaway experience but also the parents. Daily communication includes: morning message from Lauren, a copy of the daily newswpaper that campers receive, daily photos, and more. Parents can feel at ease with plentiful communication.