Exploration Camp Week 7
July 22- 26, 2024
Exploration Camp Week 7
Exploration Camp at Summer at St. John’s offers premium experiences designed for campers eager to learn and explore. From perfecting culinary skills to diving into computer science, each program captivates and inspires. Our partnerships with top-tier industry leaders bring only the finest, hands-on programs, led by extensively trained instructors who undergo thorough background checks. Exploration Camp is an investment in your child’s growth, sparking curiosity, building confidence, and creating lifelong memories.
With everything from tripping and Dungeons and Dragons to 3D modeling and chess, there is something for everyone!
Drop Off Location: Please use the interactive map below to find out where your camper should be dropped off.
Please look for the colored pins on the map, and colored flags at camp to find your camper's drop off and pick up.
Orange
Camp Chris Lower Camp, Eagles MultiSport & Sport Specific Camps
Blue
Camp Chris Upper & Senior Camps, LIT programs, Exploration Camps, Extended AM/PM programs.
Yellow
Camp Chris Chipmunks & Chickadees & Middle Camps
Magenta
Prep for the Prep, Aspire Academic & Enrichment Camps
Green
Visitor & Staff Parking
Red
Family Pickup and Dropoff
Drop Off Time: Starts at 9:00 am*
Pick Up Time: 3:50 to 4:10* (we encourage families to stagger arrival times for a smooth experience)
*Extended Day options are available, starting at 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Registration must be made in advance.
Your welcome email contains a unique Pick Up Pass. Show this pass for a quicker pick up experience. Individuals who do not show the correct pass will be asked to verify their pickup with identification that matches the approved pick up person on the child’s CampBrain account. Click here for more information on authorized pick ups.
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Need to pick up early or drop off late?
We offer two Early Pickup times at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm. Please contact the Camp Office at 978-774-1427 in advance to arrange for an early pickup.
Drop Offs after 9:15 am should be brought to Memorial Gym. We will escort your camper to their program as staffing allows.
Please see our handbook for our policies on late pickups.
Is your camper going to be absent? Please call the Camp Office.
Only campers who have registered for transportation can access bus transportation. Spaces are limited- please visit our register link below to add bus registration. Bus registration closes on the Monday before your camp week starts.
Please see our Family Handbook for bus rules and expectations.
Bus stops do not have restroom facilities. Please encourage your child to visit the restroom before you leave.
Please check your child in with the Summer at St. John’s Counselor every day before departing the bus drop off area.
When picking up, please be prepared to show ID or Pick Up Pass every time. If you are late to pick up, the bus will move on to the next stop with your camper on board.
REGISTER
Bus Stops & Times
Lunch Time!
Camp Lunch is Awesome!
If you are interested in registering for lunch, you can do so until 10am this Friday.
We have two lunch sizing options this year!
Small Lunch – appropriate for our younger campers – $61.
Large Lunch – appropriate for our older campers – $71.
Campers will still need to bring a nut-free snack from home.
Each lunch includes chips, fruit, and desert unless otherwise noted.
This Week's Lunch Choices:
Monday
Chicken Parm Sandwich
Chicken Alfredo Bake
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Cheese Pizza
Sunbutter & Jelly
Turkey BLT Salad
Southwestern Potato Salad
Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Tuesday
Build Your Own Burrito Bowl
Pesto Chicken Sandwich on Top Allergen-free Bun
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Cheese Pizza
Sunbutter & Jelly
Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Wednesday
Cheesesteak Sub & Shoestring Fries
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Cheese Pizza
Philly “Cheese” Steak on Top Allergen-Free Bun
Sunbutter & Jelly
Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Thursday
Breaded Chicken Fillet Sandwich
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Cheese Pizza
Sunbutter & Jelly
Chicken, Bacon, & Ranch Salad
Southwestern Potato Salad
Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Friday
Grilled Chicken Breast
Cheese Pizza
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap
Rotini Pasta Salad (GF)
Meatball Pasta Bake
Sunbutter & Jelly
Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Every Camper
Should Bring
1. Refillable water bottle
We have hydration stations all over camp filled with ice cold water to keep everyone refreshed and hydrated. Please label your child's water bottle with their full name in case it gets misplaced.
2. Sunblock
Our campers spend the majority of their time outside. Please pack and apply sunscreen prior to arrival for a less stressful drop off. We encourage campers to bring a hat and sunglasses as well.
3. Lunch and Snack
To keep all our campers safe, all lunches and snacks must be nut free. Also, we unfortunately cannot refrigerate or heat food items.
Lost & Found is located in the Camp Office in Memorial Gym. You can visit anytime from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Please park in the visitors lots and walk in.
Camp Store
Campers entering Grades 2 and up will visit the Camp Store. Here, they can indulge in purchasing camp merchandise, snacks, and refreshing beverages. The Camp Store is cashless- campers purchase items using their Camp Store funds allocated through their CampBrain account.
We also have an online Camp Store for camp merch- you can order in advance, and we'll deliver while your camper is in camp, or you can pick up at the camp office. This is a great option for your Lower Camp or Exploration camper!
Add Camp Store Funds
The Camp Health Office is staffed with nurses and health assistants. You can reach them through our Camp Office at 978-774-1427 or campnurse@stjohnsprep.org with any questions you have. A few reminders:
- Campers' medications should be given to the camp administrator running your child's drop off location on Monday morning starting at 8:45 am. Please do not put medication in campers' backpacks.
- Medications for campers who ride the bus need to be signed in with the Summer at St. John's Counselors riding the bus on Monday morning.
- Please see our Family Handbook for details on medications and when you should keep your camper home from camp.
- Please make sure that your camper's medical forms are all up to date and uploaded in our parent portal.
This Weeks Camps
See what camps are happening this week along with pertinent information for each.
In this “inventive” program, students work together in teams, blending creative and analytical thinking to ignite their engineering minds.
FunFusion programs offer the ultimate blend of specialized instruction and classic camp adventures, curated to inspire and engage. Each day, your child will spend three hours immersed in premier programming led by our highly-trained vendor partners, providing exceptional learning and growth opportunities. The remainder of the day is filled with traditional camp activities—thoughtfully designed games, creative arts and crafts, refreshing swim sessions, and team-building experiences—all guided by our dedicated Summer at St. John’s staff.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Swimsuit and Towel
- Backpack
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
In this exciting class, young designers will learn how to create their very own 3D models from scratch using kid-friendly software. From designing amazing characters to crafting unique objects and buildings, students will explore the limitless possibilities of 3D modeling.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Join this exciting sewing class to design and create unique projects. Beginner or expert, you’ll develop essential sewing skills and unleash your imagination.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends, and build useful creative skills? In this class, we’ll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, we’ll develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Bring your animations to life with design tools used by real game developers! Create sophisticated sprite animations using simple-to-learn techniques that you can use in any 2D editor.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
In this exciting co-ed program for students in grades 6-12, participants will learn to create their own beats and record original music. They’ll have access to Apple laptops, MIDI piano controllers, live instruments, a basic DAW (digital audio workstation), and SJP’s professional-grade recording studio, featuring microphones, listening monitors, and a 32-channel Behringer mixer.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Participants are welcome to bring their own technology, such as laptops with their preferred DAW, MIDI controllers, instruments, or any existing song stems or beats.
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Join us as we master baking techniques from kneading dough to creaming butter and sugar as we recreate favorite American recipes.
FunFusion programs offer the ultimate blend of specialized instruction and classic camp adventures, curated to inspire and engage. Each day, your child will spend three hours immersed in premier programming led by our highly-trained vendor partners, providing exceptional learning and growth opportunities. The remainder of the day is filled with traditional camp activities—thoughtfully designed games, creative arts and crafts, refreshing swim sessions, and team-building experiences—all guided by our dedicated Summer at St. John’s staff.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Swimsuit and Towel
- Backpack
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Whether you’re a pawn-pusher novice or a budding knight, this immersive week-long camp is perfect for students of all skill levels, from beginners eager to learn the fundamentals to experienced players looking to enhance their game.
FunFusion programs offer the ultimate blend of specialized instruction and classic camp adventures, curated to inspire and engage. Each day, your child will spend three hours immersed in premier programming led by our highly-trained vendor partners, providing exceptional learning and growth opportunities. The remainder of the day is filled with traditional camp activities—thoughtfully designed games, creative arts and crafts, refreshing swim sessions, and team-building experiences—all guided by our dedicated Summer at St. John’s staff.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Swimsuit and Towel
- Backpack
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
If you love arts & crafts and summer is your favorite season, you’ll want to join us for a week of crafts with Lesley from Hammer and Stain North Shore (a local arts & crafts business located in Beverly, MA).
FunFusion programs offer the ultimate blend of specialized instruction and classic camp adventures, curated to inspire and engage. Each day, your child will spend three hours immersed in premier programming led by our highly-trained vendor partners, providing exceptional learning and growth opportunities. The remainder of the day is filled with traditional camp activities—thoughtfully designed games, creative arts and crafts, refreshing swim sessions, and team-building experiences—all guided by our dedicated Summer at St. John’s staff.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Sweatshirt
- Swimsuit and Towel
- Backpack
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Your email will tell you if you signed up for any options: Extended AM/PM, Lunch or bus
Check out the schedule below- this week will be your camper’s best week ever!
What to Bring
- Bathing suit
- Wet Shoes
- Water Bottle
- Sunblock, Hat and Sunglasses
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- Towel
- Campers can bring money in the case of snack and souvenir shops.
- Please label everything with your camper’s name
Day
Date
Activity
Waiver
Thursday
July 24
Baker’s Island
Waiver will be sent via email
Friday
July 25
Tour of Salem and a visit to the Willows.
No Waiver Needed
Need More Weeks?
We have open spaces! Click any of the camps below to explore.
