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Washington Parent's
Washington Parent is the go-to resource for all things camp in Northern Virginia, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and beyond. Whether you're trying to decide between day camp and sleepaway camp or interested in ways to cut the cost of camp, we've got you covered. Check out our tips, articles, camp fair listings and more below. Keep checking back; we'll be regularly updating this site with the most up-to-the-moment information.
Essential Camp Tips
2012 Camp Fairs in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Lakeforest Mall Summer Camp and Activities Expo 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. February 18 and 19 Lakeforest Mall, Gaithersburg
The Northern Virginia Camp & Summer Fun Expo
Presented by Washington Parent
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. February 25
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. February 26
Dulles Town Center, Dulles
Summer Opportunities Fair for Children with Special Needs
1 to 3:30 p.m. February 26
The Ivymount School, Potomac
City and County Camp
Registration Links
- City of Alexandria Recreation Programs
- Arlington Department of Parks and Recreation
- DC Department of Parks and Recreation
- Fairfax County Park Authority
- Loudoun County Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Service
- Montgomery County Department of Recreation
- Prince George's County Department of Parks and Recreation
- Prince William County Park Authority
Washington Parent Super Camp Guide
This camp season, let Washington Parent help you choose the perfect camp program for your child. Our Super Camp Guide is stocked with nearly 200 camp options, including day camps, sleepaway camps, specialty camps and camps for children with special needs. Whether you're looking for a day camp right around the corner or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure sleepaway camp, you'll find it here.
Deciding on the Right Camp
for Your Child
- Easy as ABC...26 Tips for Choosing a Camp
- Day Camps Make a Splash
- Campers Go Global...Home Stays & Travel Camps
- 5 Reasons Why High-Tech Kids Need Low-Tech Camps...Bring Your Binoculars and Leave the Laptop
- Ready for Sleepaway Camp?
- Camps Without Borders...Travel Programs for Adventurous Kids
- Multiple Choice...Camp Options for Summer Fun
- Happy Campers...The Value of Day Camp
Want to win a
fun-filled week at the camp of your choice?
Attend The Northern Virginia Camp & Summer Fun Expo at Dulles Town Center — presented by Washington Parent magazine — and speak one-on-one with representatives from local, regional and national summer programs. Complete a Camp and Summer Fun Expo passport and you will be automatically entered to win $500 toward tuition at any camp participating in the expo. For more information, click here.