Explorer Camps: Top 7 Reasons to Send Your Child
Children from all around the world join the Explorer Camps family during the summer to experience that special magic and power that is so unique to our programs. It’s truly a place like no other, however what is it exactly that has over 70% of our campers returning every year?
1: Be Happy … Again
“My son would sometimes lack self-belief, but at camp he escapes himself – joining in with everything and feeling part of a team.” – Ed, UK
Currently 1 in 3 teenagers are suffering some type of mental health disorder. Their self-confidence and happiness are low while screen time is drastically up. Camp is an opportunity for campers to rediscover who they are without fear of judgment in a warm, friendly and caring community which empowers children to … be themselves!
2: Reconnect with Nature
“Unforgettable experience for my brother and I. We are from Portland Oregon and have gone to many outdoor camps, but this beats them all.” – Morgan, USA
Does your child spend at least the recommended 90 minutes a day in the outdoors? At Explorer Camps we spend a minimum of 480 minutes every day in the beautiful nature surrounding the camp site. The best part? No phone for the whole week and … the children don’t miss them!
3: Unplug from Technology
“I wish I could’ve been there for more than just one week. I didn’t have time to miss my phone as I was always doing something!” – Ege, Turkey
Screen time is reported to be up over 180% in Covid times. What your child needs is a week or two away from their electronic devices, and to be completely surrounded by nature. Explorer Camps is the perfect place for this with incredible outdoor activities such as stand-up paddling, rafting, paintball, an adventure park and much much more!
4: Warm and Caring Counselors
“What makes the camp so fantastic is the staff – a group of people who are highly trained and qualified, responsible, fun and positive.” Rachael, Ireland
Compassion and patience are long-lost values that are unfortunately seen less regularly in society. However, at Explorer Camps they’re highlighted and grown, whether it be dealing with so many new peers, different cultures, different languages and overall exposing a child to a large and diverse population. We love camp and so will your child.
5: Learn Life-Skills not Practiced at School
“My daughter grew as a person, learned so many new skills from the friendly counsellors and from the diverse community of campers. She learned as well how to pass some of her knowledge and skills to other campers.” – Suzanna, Slovenia
Developing real-life skills is at the core of camp as there are many skills that cannot be taught in a classroom, at a sleepover party, in a social skills group or in a textbook. Campers gain memories that last a lifetime and have life-long friendships but more importantly develop resilience, compassion, patience, self-awareness, and much, much more. Largely because of the Explorer Life Skills Program, children become much more independent and master new skills.
6: Build Team Work and Social Skills
“The community of Explorer campers is really kind and there is no doubt us campers help each other every time. All in all, I would recommend you to join as soon as possible as you won’t regret it.” Timur, Russia
Teamwork becomes a buzzword on camp, with children continually working together to meet a common goal. This could be in activities such as team building, Escape Rooms, or even water games. It’s even the simplest of things such as keeping rooms clean, or clearing up after an activity. Campers learn to listen and cooperate in a group setting and will become more self-reliant living on their own. Many children will become more self-aware of their actions, power of words and overall will learn to advocate for themselves up on stage or during an activity leading a group of peers through the challenge course. Real hands-on activities and challenges create true, real-life experiences and that is exactly what camp delivers.
7: Real-Life Lessons
“What I really appreciate is the care they all put into giving the kids a great experience, helping them grow independence and giving them good values.” – Barbara, Italy
Explorer Camps is a giant playground that allows children to learn through play. Your children are active, stay healthy and have continual opportunities for growth and development. Camp teaches social and emotional intelligence, a necessity that cannot necessarily be taught in a classroom. Camp does not judge on intellect. Nothing is based on a grade and competitiveness is avoided. The value of children learning 21st Century Skills is immeasurable in modern times.
When you ask a camper about their most memorable experience in life and where they learned to do that, most of them will respond that it was at CAMP! The clear reality is that camp needs to be a part of every child’s life. It really does!
Do you want to join the Explorer Camp family? Hurry up so you don’t miss out!
