Near & Dear Explorer Summer Camp
THIS IS NOT A DROP-OFF SUMMER CAMP
The perfect first step into independence—for your bigger littles 💫
Our Near & Dear Camp is designed especially for 3–4 year olds who are ready to explore camp life while knowing their grown-up is still close by. Little campers enjoy engaging, age-appropriate activities that build confidence, independence, and social skills—all in a nurturing, familiar environment.
While campers are busy having fun, caregivers can relax just steps away in our exclusive Parents Lounge, complete with free coffee and snacks, offering a comfortable space to work, unwind, or just watch the magic unfold.
A gentle transition. A big confidence boost. And a whole lot of fun 💛
Camp includes:
• Special guest visits
• Exclusive CAMP-ONLY activities
• A Barn Yard camp shirt
• Parents Lounge access with FREE coffee and snacks & wifi for parents to work or relax
Important Information!!
Below you can find important information and answers to frequently asked questions!!
We will send out an email to all of our families mid-May with a breakdown of all the need-to-know info AND links to forms that we need filled out before camp begins!
Payment Info
Total payment for your registered camp weeks is due June 9th - it can be paid via cash, check or card!
There is a $10 non-refundable deposit for required for each week to "hold your spot". Deposits are non-transferrable and non-refundable. Please note that your deposit is holding YOUR spot which means we cant sell that spot to another camper - for this reason deposits per week CANNOT be applied to other weeks or campers.
Teacher Ratios
There are only 6 kids per camp leader for this age range!
Are therapist allowed to attend with your camper?
Yes!! If you have a therapist or nurse that comes for your child they are more than welcome to join us for camp!!
Does my child need to potty trained?
Your child does NOT need to be fully potty trained for Near and Dear camp - they can use our private potty individually. Our staff will not do diaper changes - you will be contacted for any changes needed if child is not potty trained.
What is this camp?
Our Near and Dear camp is designed to create a space that parents can balance work and summer time needs. Parents must stay on site and get exclusive access to our parent lounge (with snacks). Campers will join camp just like our big kids! We will do circle time, special guests and crafts based on the weeks theme! This is NOT a Drop-off camp! All activities take place indoors.
Will my child get to play on your play floor?
Absolutely!! Campers will play on our play floor every day! And you can stay and play after camp is over for the rest of the day that your little is in camp!
