Picking Dates

We recommend holding your camp in the summer time. Students on your team and children that attend will have more time during the summer. Plus, if your team is in a place that gets cold winters like ours (we are from Wisconsin), the summer will give your campers an opportunity to get some fresh air. Try to find a time that does not coincide with too many other events. Here’s some things to consider:

• Avoid August: At many high schools, fall sports start in August, and many of your team members may be busy with practice.
• Avoid weekends and Fridays: Many families take little weekend trips in the summer, so it may be hard for campers to come.
• Avoid summer school: If your district has summer school program, do not schedule the camp at the same time.
• Avoid other major summer camp’s dates: Girl scout camp, Boy scouts, Vacation Bible School, and other summer activities may interfere with your camp, so avoid these dates as well.
• Avoid Holidays: Do not schedule your camp any time near holidays, when many families have other plans. For example, these could include Memorial Day and Fourth of July. Also, if your community has a local festival or parade, avoid those dates.