Camp Discovery

ENTERING GRADES 1–6 / MON–FRI / 7:30AM–5:30PM

Grades 1-3 based out of Essex Elementary School

Grades 4-6 based out of Essex Middle School

Priority registration given to Essex Town residents

Camp Discovery will feature an engaging daily schedule that will include the following activities:

SWIM LESSONS: for every camper at Sandhill Pool! 

SPORTS: net games, ball sports, lawn games, accuracy sports, obstacle courses, team sports, individual fitness, etc. 

STEAM: 2D drawings and paintings, nature-based projects, 3D creations, sculpture, science experiments, egg drop challenge, and more! 

ENRICHMENT: exciting read-alouds and/ or independent reading, fun projects/experiments, trivia games. 

SERVICE: gardening, composting, park/playground beautification, giving back! 

MORNING/AFTERNOON SPECIALTY: this will vary week to week and will include more formal instruction in activities such as origami, nature exploration, gymnastics, yoga, dance, soccer, lacrosse and other fun activities! 

CHOICE ACTIVITIES: led by counselors or activity instructors — may include friendship bracelet making, various sports, craft projects, group games such as capture the flag, medic, GaGa Ball, and much more (camper input highly encouraged!) 

OFF-SITE ADVENTURES OR ON-SITE SPECIAL EVENTS: Campers will have opportunities throughout the week to experience parks, playgrounds, museums, and other events and activities in our community and beyond. This includes one day each week at Maple Street Pool for free swim and time at the park, and a full-day field trip on Fridays.

CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR SUMMER 2025!