Fun is what camp is all about! At SNC we use Adventure, Learning and Kindness all in a Natural setting to promote each campers's personal development. Our nurturing atmosphere gives campers confidence to make friends easily and to try new activities. Our Gaol is allows each camper to truly be themselves, maybe thats why 92% of our campers return each summer.

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Benton, IL

The midwest’s newest residential summer camp for 2nd-9th graders at Rend Lake, IL about 90 minutes from St. Louis

Multiple Locations, NY
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MODELING CAMP invites all new models to come 'discover the model you' this summer! Explore the world of modeling and fashion at this empowering camp. Each day, campers learn about the business from leading industry professionals, top models and top agencies!

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Chicago, IL

Camp Dogwood is a camp for you and your dog. A place where your dog can be a dog. We offer a variety of dog related activities as well lectures and demonstrations on dog related topics.

Game On! Sports Camp 4 Girls
Multiple Locations, IL

Sports Crazy Summer - Lots of Sports! Lots of Fun! We inspire both the recreational and travel athlete. Grades Preschool - 8th, includes transportation and flexible week options.

Windridge Farm Summer Horse Camp
Bolingbrook, IL

Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 1:30 PM Windridge Farm summer camp hands on learning horsemanship. Daily riding lesson Learn to tack, groom, feed, bathe, anatomy, nutrition - Activities and Crafts!

Knotty Pine Farm - Horse Camp
Wonder Lake, IL

Week long day camps introduce kids to the everyday workings of a stable.

Lake Springfield Baptist Camp
Chatham, IL

Lake Springfield Baptist Camp is summer youth camp and year-round retreat center located between Springfield and Chatham, Illinois on the edge of Lake Springfield.

Camp Palos
Palos Park, IL

Palos serves all girls, grades K-12. Come for a great camp experience. Make a craft, take a hike or find some special program options! Make Palos your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

Hastings Lake YMCA
Lindenhurst, IL

Camp Hastings is a YMCA camp with traditional, sports and specialty camps in Lindenhurst, IL.

Vertical Extreme Summer Day Camp
Springfield, IL

Vertical Extreme Summer Day Camp for extreme fun and new experiences for your kids summer 2011.

Mandarin Chinese/Spanish/French Language and Culture Summer Camp
Chicago, IL

Learning Mandarin Chinese/Spanish/French has never been this fun!

Hanover Park Park Districts Camps
Hanover Park, IL

Happy Campers Wanted! We offer a variety of camps from 8 am - 3 pm. We offer extended care options that begin at 6:30 am and end at 6 pm. Camps include field trips, swimming, sports, outdoor fun, crafts and meeting new friends.

Camp Greene Wood
Woodridge, IL

Greene Wood serves all girls, grades K-12. Come for a great camp experience. Make a craft, take a hike or find some special program options! Make Greene Wood your summer home, make new friends & lifelong memories!

VTBT Spring Break Basketball Day Camp
Glendale Heights, IL

VTBT 2012 Spring Break Basketball Day Camp

Edventure & Camp Little Giant Camps
Carbondale, IL

one week day and residential camps for all abilities

Camp Carew
Makanda, IL

The purpose of our camping program is to provide a recreational setting in which the Christian faith can be experienced in fellowship with others.

NeighborScapes Fun in the Sun Camp
Chicago Heights, IL

NeighborScapes' summer day camps provide classic community-based enrichment experiences

Oasis Summer Day Camp (Highland Park)
Highland Park, IL

Premier camp on the North Shore of Chicago serving children ages 5-12 years of age.

Camp Henry Horner
Ingleside, IL

Camp Henry Horner offers a blend of traditional camping programs and cutting edge activities such as mountain biking and ropes course.





General Notes About Camps in the State of Illinois

Illinois enjoys warm, sunny summers that are ideal for a range of outdoor activities. Daytime temperatures are perfect for hiking, swimming, and sports, while cooler evenings make for enjoyable campfire gatherings, storytelling, and group games. The state's varied climate allows for the perfect blend of outdoor fun and comfortable nights, whether participating in water sports, nature programs, or more adventurous activities. Illinois’ summer weather provides the right conditions for an engaging and exciting camp season.

Illinois’ landscape is diverse, offering everything from forests and rolling hills to lakes and rivers. With natural parks like the Shawnee National Forest, campers can explore stunning vistas, while the many lakes and rivers throughout the state provide ample opportunities for water-based activities. The state’s geography supports a variety of outdoor pursuits, from canoeing on the Illinois River to hiking the trails of the Great River Road. Whether surrounded by the vast prairies or near the lakeshores, Illinois offers numerous opportunities for exploration and adventure.

The diverse ecosystems in Illinois make it an excellent location for environmental education camps. The state’s mix of wetlands, prairies, forests, and urban areas provides rich opportunities for campers to learn about ecology, wildlife conservation, and environmental stewardship. Many camps in Illinois integrate these ecosystems into their programs, allowing children to experience hands-on learning about the importance of conservation and sustainability. Whether it’s birdwatching in the forests or studying aquatic ecosystems near one of the many lakes, Illinois’ natural environment plays a key role in many summer camp experiences.