Exploration Camps Week 3
June 23 - 27, 2025
Exploration Camps Week 3
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.
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
Delicious options coming soon – keep a look out for updates!
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.
Two great programs make for an amazing day! In CyberSpies, campers will take on the roll of intrepid “white hat” hackers who must foil the plans of a group of international “black hat” hackers seeking to undermine world peace. With Battle Royale Gamers, campers will design their own battle royale game and compete against other schools across the country in our Esports League.
Please note, campers in this Exploration program do not swim.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Nut Free Snack and Lunch
- Sweatshirt
- 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
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Sweatshirt
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- 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
Gaming will never be the same again! In this fun and engaging class, young learners will dive into the exciting world of game design using Scratch, a kid-friendly drag n drop programming platform. This course is designed to ignite creativity and introduce the basics of coding in a playful environment. Students will learn how to bring their imaginative ideas to life by creating simple, interactive games and animations. Students do not need to have any coding experience!
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Sweatshirt
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- 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 class, we’ll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons.
This program is presented with our partner, Vineyard App Camp.
Please note – campers in this Exploration program do not swim.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Sweatshirt
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- 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
This introductory Python programming class is designed for students who are eager to learn one of the world’s most popular and versatile programming languages. By the end of the course, students will be able to write basic Python programs and will have a strong foundation for future learning in computer science.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Sweatshirt
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- 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
Take a world tour and enjoy flavorful favorites from each country we visit. From handmade pasta in Italy to madeleine cookies in France, our recipes are sure to take you on a delicious culinary adventure.
Wondering about allergies? All of our ingredients are nut-free and vegetarian. We will be using gluten, dairy and eggs throughout the week. We cannot make ingredient substitutions or exclusions.
What to Bring
- Water Bottle
- Sweatshirt
- Nut Free Lunch and Snack
- 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 our schedule below- this will be your camper’s best week ever!
What to Bring
- Bathing suit
- Wet Shoes
- Water Bottle
- Sunblock
- 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
Monday
23
On campus team-building and off site exploration at Walden Pond.
No waiver needed.
Tuesday
24
Canobie Lake Park
No waiver needed.
Wednesday
25
Franklin Park Zoo
No waiver needed.
Thursday
26
Trip on the schooner Fame out of Salem, MA.
No waiver needed.
Friday
27
Mystery Tour
No waiver needed.
Need More Weeks?
We have open spaces! Click any of the camps below to explore.