Summer Camp

June 16, 2025 - August 22, 2025

Kids will tell you that SUMMER is the best time of year. At the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County, we will make sure that their experience exceeds their expectations!

It is a time for kids to unwind and have fun being a kid – we do sneak a little learning in too – but the best part is they learn while they are having fun!

The ten-week camp program offers something for everyone!

  • Theme Weeks
  • Weekly Field Trips
  • Swimming
  • STEM
  • Sports programs in our Gymnasium
  • Music & Dance
  • Art projects
  • Video Game Competitions
  • And we even do an Entrepreneurial Project
  • And so much more!

Summer Camp Weekly Themes

Summer Camp Spirit Week 2024

Week 1: June 16th – 20th

“SPIRIT” Week

Start your summer off with the BGC Spirit Week! This week will be filled with games, challenges, and “get to know you activities”. We will have snowballs, color experiments, and a color bash at the end of the week.
(NOTE: CLOSED JUNE 19th)

Animal Week 2024

Week 2: June 23rd – 27th

Animal Week

This week is for all of our animal-loving kiddos! Members will participate in animal-themed games & activities and will grow their knowledge of animals everywhere. We will take a trip to a wildlife preserve and host a hands-on reptile show in the gym!

Field Trip: Catoctin Zoo

Summer Camp Party in the USA 2024

Week 3: June 30th – July 4th

Party in the USA

Take this week to celebrate the country we live, eat, and play in! We will spend this week learning about American history and celebrating American culture.
(NOTE: CLOSED JULY 4th)

Field Trip: Players Fun Zone + Swimming

Summer Camp BGC Olympics Week 2024

Week 4: July 7th – 11th

BGC Olympics Week

This week will be packed full of games, themes, and FUN! Celebrate your individuality with themed days like decades day, twin day, wacky hair/hat day, and more! This week will end with a LIVE MAGIC SHOW!

Field Trip: TBA

Summer Camp Water Week 2024

Week 5: July 14th – 18th

Water Week

Come play outdoor water games galore! This is the perfect week to keep cool in the summer heat. There will be water balloon battles, supersoakers, and slip & slides! Make sure you are here for our Friday water wars!

Field Trip: Hashawha Nature Center + Swimming

Summer Camp Bounce Back Week 2024

Week 6: July 21st – 25th

STEM Week

Get ready for a week of wild experiments, high-flying drones, and hands-on engineering! Campers will become mad scientists, mix bubbling potions, test out drones, and build circuits that light up. With exciting challenges and wacky discoveries, this week is all about creating, exploring, and having fun!

Field Trip: North Carroll Clubhouse Coppermine Pantherplex + Swimming

Summer Camp Color Bash 2024

Week 7: July 28th – August 1st

Time Travel Week

Get ready to travel through time as we explore the past, present, and future! Campers will step into different decades, experiencing the music, fashion, games, and inventions that shaped each era. From grooving through the ‘70s to imagining the technology of the future, each day is a new adventure through time. Hands-on activities, themed challenges, and creative projects will make this week one for the history books!

Field Trip: Hershey Park

Summer Camp Movies Media Week 2024

Week 8: August 4th – 8th

Movies & Media Week

Bring out your creative and theatrical side during our movies & media week! Members will participate in skits, host podcasts, and attend a live concert in our gym on Friday. Put on your dancing shoes for this week!

Field Trip: RC Westminster Movies

Summer Camp Around the world Week 2024

Week 9: August 11th – 15th

Around the World Week

Pack your bags for an adventure across the globe! Campers will explore different cultures, traditions, languages, and cuisines through hands-on activities, games, and crafts. From creating art inspired by far-off places to tasting new flavors, each day brings a new destination full of fun and discovery!

Field Trip: First Fruits Farm + Swimming

Summer Camp Barnyard Bash Week 2024

Week 10: August 18th – 22nd

“Backyard Bash” Beaver Dam Field Trip Finale Week

Live your endless summer at our backyard bash week. Enjoy classic lawn games, fun in the park, and a trip to Beaver Dam for swimming, playing, and relaxing! Send the summer off with a smash hit at our Annual Officer Appreciation Cookout!

Field Trip: Beaver Dam

Please note that these activities/field trips are subject to change. There will be a monthly calendar published upon the start of summer camp.

How to Register

Each household needs only one Parent Portal. Follow the steps below to enroll your child in summer camp.

Returning Families

You already have a Parent Portal account! (Enrolled since January 2023)

  • Go to the Parent Portal.
  • Click “Create Account” and enter the First Name, Last Name, and Email Address of the primary contact we have on file.
  • Unsure of your email? Contact us for assistance before continuing.
  • Purchase a 24-25 Annual Membership via the “Buy Membership” tab.
  • Sign up for summer camp weeks via the “Sign-Up for Programs” tab.

New Families

  • Go to the Parent Portal and click “Create Account” to register your household.
  • Purchase a 24-25 Annual Membership via the “Buy Membership” tab.
  • Sign up for summer camp weeks via the “Sign-Up for Programs” tab.

For more details on using the Parent Portal, visit our Frequently Asked Questions section below.

BGC Summer Camp Calendar 2024

Camp runs from June 16th, 2025 through August 22nd, 2025, Monday through Friday.

Regular camp hours are 9am-5pm. Before camp & after camp hours are available for an additional fee.

$135 per week plus a $30 registration fee that includes a BGC membership for the school year too.

Discounts for Siblings

We love families so bring us anyone between 6-13 for an awesome camp experience!

Flexible Weeks

Choose one week or all 10 weeks. BGCCC Summer Camp is flexible to fit your schedule, but don’t wait too long because we fill up fast.

Trained Youth Professionals

We have the best summer camp staff around so you will have peace of mind knowing that your child is safe and happy!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Summer Fun Camp at BGC Westminster Like?

We offer a 10-week Summer Fun Camp beginning June 16, 2025 – Friday, August 22, 2025 for ages 6-13. Our camp runs Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. We offer Before and After Care from 8-9am and 5-6pm for $10 per day per child. A $1 late fee per minute is assessed per family for any late pick-ups (more than 3 late pick-ups will result in revoked registration for the remainder of the summer).

Each week, and the activities throughout the week follow a unique theme. Each week follows a similar in schedule: Mondays are experience-based days (Reptile Show, Magic Show, etc.), Tuesdays and Wednesdays are days dedicated to programs related to the theme of the week, Thursdays are field trip days, and Fridays are Fun/Field Days. We infuse programs throughout each week that are core to BGC – Character & Leadership, Healthy Habits, the Arts, Sports & Recreation, and Education. Additionally, we will go swimming at Coppermine Green Valley four times over the summer, and swimming will also be available during our field trips to Hershey Park and Beaver Dam.

We accept 155 children per week. Members are grouped by the grade they will be entering: Blue group (grades K-1), Green group (grades 2-3), Red group (grades 4-5), Purple group (grades 6-8, if 13 years old or younger). Groups are supervised by staff “Mentors.” Additionally, we offer a selective leadership training program for high schoolers. These junior leaders will be paired with staff to help support various programming efforts.

What is the Cost and How Do I Pay?

$135 per week. A $25 deposit is due at the time of registration (see below for payment and deposit information), and gets applied to the $135 per week balance. We offer a sibling discount. The first child costs $135 per week. Any additional child will cost $125 per week.

During the registration process, you will be prompted to pay your deposits online, but you do have the option to “Pay Later” via exact cash or check. PLEASE NOTE: if you select “Pay Later,” you have one week to make the payments for the deposits from the time that you register – failure to pay will result in automatic forfeiture of a child’s seat in the summer camp.

Payments are due directly through the Parent Portal one week prior to the start of each week of summer camp (exact cash or check will be accepted at BGC Westminster, as well). Failure to make payment will result in a forfeiture of a child’s seat for the week of summer camp and forfeiture of the paid deposit.

Below are the dates by which payment must be made:

  • Week #1: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, June 9.
  • Week #2: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, June 16.
  • Week #3: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, June 23.
  • Week #4: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, June 30.
  • Week #5: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, July 7.
  • Week #6: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, July 14.
  • Week #7: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, July 21.
  • Week #8: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, July 28.
  • Week #9: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, August 4.
  • Week #10: remainder payment is due by 6pm on Monday, August 11
How Do I Register?

Registration will take place entirely online on our new Parent Portal through MyClubHub (the website you are on now!). Registration for current members that attend our afterschool program will begin on Wednesday, February 12, through the Parent Portal. General registration for all other children will begin on Wednesday, March 12.

You will need to create one Parent Portal account per family. Then, you will need to purchase a $30 annual BGC membership for the 25-26 school year (required for all, no exceptions). Finally, you will be able to register each child for individual weeks that you wish for them to attend, as well as add any Before and After care for any given week. When any given week fills, the option to put a child on the waitlist will appear. If a seat becomes available, you will be contacted by phone and/or email as soon as possible. For any registration related questions, please review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on the Parent Portal.

See above (What is the cost and how do I pay?) for information on required deposits at the time of registration, and our policy on forfeiting a child’s seat if the deposit is not paid.

Is Financial Assistance Available?

If you would like to inquire about financial assistance, please email info@bgccarrollcounty.org. Please note that there is a required application and we only award to families with demonstrated financial need.

Who do I contact if I have any questions?

Please contact info@bgccarrollcounty.org or call (410)-386-0135.

Register Now on our Parent Portal for Summer Camp!

Thank you for your interest! Please stay tuned and await further instructions. We look forward to your participation! If you have any questions, please contact us at info@bgccarrollcounty.org.

Camps Fees

Weekly fees of $135 per child are due the Thursday before each week. A $30 one time registration fee due with application.

A $25.00 non-refundable deposit is required for each week of camp you would like to reserve per child. This deposit will be credited toward your weekly fee.

Discounts for siblings! We love families so bring us anyone between 6-13 for an awesome camp experience!

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carroll County | 410-386-0135 | info@bgccarrollcounty.org | 71 E. Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157 | Member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America