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Why Haverford College on the Main Line is the Perfect Location for Summer Camps

May 8, 2025 by DEAN Team

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS BLOG: Why Haverford College’s Main Line location makes summer camp easy and convenient How...

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Why The Lawrenceville School is the Perfect Place for Summer Camp Adventures

May 8, 2025 by DEAN Team

WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THIS BLOG: The unbeatable location of The Lawrenceville School for summer camp fun How world-class...

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The New Day Camp in Lawrenceville Your 4 to 11 Year Old Will Thank You For

Apr 9, 2025 by DEAN Team

In This Blog, You’ll Learn: What makes DEAN Day Camp at The Lawrenceville School different from other camps What’s...

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	Program Information	Jun 9-13	Jun 16-20*	Jun 23-27	Jun 30 - Jul 3*	Jul 7-11	Jul 14-18	Jul 21-25	Jul 28 - Aug 1	Aug 4-8	Aug 11-15	Aug 18-22	Aug 25-29
Enroll Now	Big Wheels in the Big City Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week × Big Wheels in the Big City Enroll Now Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week Zoom into the adventure of a lifetime! In Big Wheels in the Big City, young architects and drivers combine forces to create an epic urban adventure. Using their imaginations and collaborative skills, they'll build a cardboard cityscape from scratch—skyscrapers, roads, tunnels, and everything in between! As they design and construct their metropolis, builders develop their curiosity as they solve engineering challenges and practice responsibility working safely with tools and materials. Once their cardboard metropolis is complete, the real fun begins! Campers will hop on their Big Wheels and drive through their newly built city, strengthening their self-regulation as they carefully navigate winding streets, explore hidden alleys, overcome obstacles, and learn the rules of the road. Young city planners build perseverance when construction challenges arise and experience gratitude as they give and receive help from their newfound friends. Big Wheels in the Big City blends imagination, engineering, and excitement. Let's build, drive, and thrive in the coolest cardboard city ever! H Haverford Dates: Jul 21-25 Aug 11-15							H			H			Jul 21-25 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Camper vs. Wild Jr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Camper vs. Wild Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Tent? Who needs a tent? In Camper vs. Wild, campers use their creativity to design and build shelters from natural materials.Through collaboration with friends, they'll learn valuable survival skills like knot-tying, outdoor cooking, and problem-solving. It’s a hands-on adventure where campers gain a perseverance mindset as they face the challenges of the wild! What's more, as part of the Velocity Studio, campers will come in from the wild to develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first time on wheels. Best of all, they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1		H			L	H		L	H				Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Camper vs. Wild Sr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Camper vs. Wild Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Tent? Who needs a tent? In Camper vs. Wild, campers use their creativity to design and build shelters from natural materials.Through collaboration with friends, they'll learn valuable survival skills like knot-tying, outdoor cooking, and problem-solving. It’s a hands-on adventure where campers gain a perseverance mindset as they face the challenges of the wild! What's more, as part of the Velocity Studio, campers will come in from the wild to develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first time on wheels. Best of all, they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1		H			L	H		L	H				Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Catch the Cache! Jr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week × Catch the Cache! Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week X marks the spot for adventure! In Catch the Cache, campers explore geocaching, a worldwide treasure-hunting game that uses GPS devices—way cooler than the one in your car! Through collaboration, teams will follow coordinates to hidden caches, and even hide their own cache for friends to find. Campers will learn respect for the geocachers who have come before and will preserve the integrity of the game for those who will come after. With each find, campers become part of a communal game that has the coordinates for fun! But that’s not all! As part of the Velocity Studio, campers will develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first time on wheels. Best of all, they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 21-25 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8			H			L	H		L				Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week H Jul 14-18 $735/week L Aug 4-8 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Catch the Cache! Sr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Catch the Cache! Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week X marks the spot for adventure! In Catch the Cache, campers explore geocaching, a worldwide treasure-hunting game that uses GPS devices—way cooler than the one in your car! Through collaboration, teams will follow coordinates to hidden caches, and even hide their own cache for friends to find. Campers will learn respect for the geocachers who have come before and will preserve the integrity of the game for those who will come after. With each find, campers become part of a communal game that has the coordinates for fun! But that’s not all! As part of the Velocity Studio, campers will develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first time on wheels. Best of all, they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 21-25 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8			H			L	H		L				Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week H Jul 14-18 $735/week L Aug 4-8 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Comic Creators Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Comic Creators Enroll Now Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week With great power comes great creativity! In Comic Creators, campers will follow their curiosity to craft unique narratives, use empathy to develop compelling characters, and improve focus as they illustrate vibrant scenes with the flair of professional comic artists. They'll master speech bubbles, compelling onomatopoeias, and the finer points of visual storytelling. The best part? After camp ends, a glossy hardcover edition of their original comic will land at your doorstep! Published books may take 6-8 weeks post-camp to be received. Families also have access to ordering additional copies for friends and family! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1					H			H					Jul 7-11 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Cyborg Creations Studio: Robotics Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Price: $735/week × Cyborg Creations Enroll Now Studio: Robotics Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Price: $735/week Better! Faster! Stronger! This exciting new program isn't just another robot camp — in Cyborg Creations, we're augmenting the human form with 3D cardboard construction! Whether designing robotic arms, legs, or grippers, campers will feed their curiosity as they explore how living things move and work. They'll practice collaboration skills as they work together to test and improve their creations, and resilience as they go through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement that every inventor faces. Each camper will create mechanical augmentations they can proudly take home. Cyborg Creations melds imagination and the marvels of the human body with the frontiers of technology! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11					H								Jul 7-11 $735/week H
Enroll Now	DEAN Day Camp Studio: DEAN Day Camp Grades: Pre-K, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) × DEAN Day Camp Enroll Now Studio: DEAN Day Camp Grades: Pre-K, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) DEAN Day Camp is the perfect blend of excitement, creativity, and personal growth. Each day is an invitation for your child to explore their passions, try new activities, and forge lifelong friendships in a fun and supportive environment. Every day is filled with a rotation of action-packed activity blocks ranging from sports and outdoor adventure, water play, and pool time, as well as hands-on maker space skills and projects, games, and performing arts. DEAN Day Camp is designed to inspire curiosity and joy, offering campers a wide range of activities that foster confidence, resilience, and a sense of accomplishment. Campers are encouraged to explore their potential, take on new challenges, and celebrate achievements, both big and small. Whether they’re building friendships, conquering obstacles, or showcasing their creations, every moment at camp sparks growth and creates lasting memories. Day Campers will participate in water activities and swimming. Water activities and pool time can be optional. More information detailing swimming and water activities will be sent out in mid-May. H Haverford Dates: Jun 9-13 Jun 16-20 Jun 23-27 Jun 30 - Jul 3* Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jun 23-27 Jun 30 - Jul 3* Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15 Jul 28 - Aug 1	H	H	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L			Jun 9-13 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jun 23-27 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jun 30 - Jul 3* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Aug 11-15 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) H Jun 23-27 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Jun 30 - Jul 3* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Aug 11-15 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th and June 30th) L
Enroll Now	Design Your Own Amusement Park Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Design Your Own Amusement Park Enroll Now Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Why just visit an amusement park when you can create your own? In Design Your Own Amusement Park, campers step into the shoes of an engineer, using their creativity to design and build thrilling rides of their very own creation. From learning the science behind roller coasters to building with 3D tools and circuits, they’ll bring their ideas to life, discovering how fun and challenging engineering can be. Along the way, they’ll experience firsthand the power of persistence through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement that every engineer faces. They'll also practice collaboration as they problem-solve and test their designs with friends. By the end of the program, campers will proudly showcase their custom amusement park, full of innovative ideas and hands-on creations! H Haverford Dates: Jul 21-25 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 14-18						L	H			H			Jul 21-25 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H Jul 14-18 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Dream, Write, Publish Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Dream, Write, Publish Enroll Now Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Calling all storytellers! Dream, Write, Publish is the perfect place for young authors with stories waiting to be shared. Campers will fuel their curiosity as they craft unique narratives, weaving imaginative worlds and characters. As they develop their stories, they'll tap into their empathy, considering how their words will connect with and inspire others. By the end of camp, their stories will come to life in a glossy hardcover book, ready to take its place alongside classic tales on the bookshelf. Published books may take 6-8 weeks post-camp to be received. Families also have access to ordering additional copies for friends and family! H Haverford Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8						H			H				Jul 14-18 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Dungeons & Dragons Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Price: $735/week × Dungeons & Dragons Enroll Now Studio: Art & Lit Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Price: $735/week Grab your dice, sharpen your imagination, and get ready for an epic journey in Dungeons & Dragons! Campers create their own characters, form alliances, and embark on thrilling quests in a world of dragons, mythical creatures, and hidden treasures. Along the way, they'll develop curiosity as they explore new worlds, collaboration as they work together to solve challenges, and self-regulation as they learn to stay focused and make strategic decisions. By the end of the week, campers will have not only crafted incredible adventures but also built lasting friendships. Ready to roll the dice and create your own legend? The adventure begins here! H Haverford Dates: Jul 21-25 Aug 11-15							H			H			Jul 21-25 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Fashion Design & Styling Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Fashion Design & Styling Enroll Now Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Does your child envision eclectic ensembles or draw show stopping accessories? Step into the dazzling realm of our Fashion Design & Styling program, where we celebrate all things fashion. From refining illustrative skills to creating mood boards, delving into draping and fast-paced styling challenges, this program gives our budding fashionista a creative edge. Campers develop their curiosity by exploring diverse design techniques and fashion history. Young fashionistas build perseverance through the iterative design process, self-regulation as they focus on detailed work, and openness as they embrace new styles and perspectives. By the end of the week, designers won't just be following trends, they'll be setting them—customizing their own T-shirts, totes, and wearable accessories. Join us and see campers take fashion from drab to fab! No previous experience is necessary to join this designers collective! H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jul 21-25		H					H						Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H
Enroll Now	Fashion & Machine Sewing Studio: Machine Sewing Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Fashion & Machine Sewing Enroll Now Studio: Machine Sewing Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Patterns, pins, and endless possibilities! In Fashion & Machine Sewing, young designers develop creativity and build resilience through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement while bringing their fashion dreams to life. From PJs to dresses, backpacks to stuffed animals, campers strengthen self-regulation as they focus on detailed machine work and develop responsibility handling equipment with care. Working side-by-side with our skilled instructors and fellow designers, sewists build collaboration skills while choosing their own creative path. With endless pattern options, every project is as unique as its creator. Whether you're a beginner or returning creator, there's always something new to discover—stitch by stitch! H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jun 23-27 Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18		H	H		H L	H L	H	H	H	H			Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jun 23-27 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 11-15 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Fiber Arts Studio: Mixed Media Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week × Fiber Arts Enroll Now Studio: Mixed Media Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week Knitting fun into every creation! In Fiber Arts, campers will explore the magic of yarn, fabric, and threads. Within just a week, they’ll craft unique creations perfect as gifts, cherished keepsakes, or functional pieces. We’ll cover a spectrum of techniques, from loom-knitting and felting to embroidery and weaving. Campers can return week after week or year after year to discover new themes and projects while building their fiber arts expertise. As they create, campers also cultivate focus as they work on detailed, hands-on work, perseverance while mastering intricate techniques, and make friends as they share their handmade treasures with others. Join us as we weave a tapestry of fun, creativity, and growth each week! H Haverford Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 11-15						H				H			Jul 14-18 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Glamorize Your Doll Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Glamorize Your Doll Enroll Now Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Doll-sized style & fashion fun! Glamorize Your Doll inspires campers to create impressive on-trend clothes and accessories for their very own 18-inch doll. Every camper's 18-inch doll* is invited to attend camp to be a part of the unforgettable and collaborative experience. Campers will learn the fundamentals of hand sewing, embroidery work, and needle felting and even receive an introduction to the sewing machine to make costumes, outfits, and accessories for their dolls. Along the way, they'll cultivate responsibility in handling tools safely, openness to new creative processes, and a true sense of gratitude for the joy of making. Glamorize Your Doll is the perfect experience for any aspiring designer or child who wants to build friendships, likes imaginative play, wants to make memories, and add a bit of pizzazz to their doll’s wardrobe. *18-inch dolls are generally American Girl Dolls, Our Generation, Journey Girls. Campers must bring their doll from home as one will not be provided in camp. We highly suggest leaving all doll accessories at home as they can easily be lost at camp. H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 28 - Aug 1 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25			H				L	H					Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	The Great Camp Bake Off Jr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × The Great Camp Bake Off Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Ready, Set, Bake! At The Great Camp Bake-Off, junior bakers slip on aprons, grab their spatulas, and get ready for a week full of mixing, shaping, and taste-testing! Guided by our pastry pros, campers tackle daily baking challenges using the freshest ingredients, with new recipes daily and weekly. Each day campers learning how to work with dough, balance flavors, and perfect their decorating skills. Each day leads up to our grand finale: the Camp Bake-Off, a friendly competition where campers show off their creations and cheer each other on. Along the way, they’ll follow their curiosity as they explore new flavors and ingredients, collaborate in group challenges, and learn perseverance through recipe surprises and kitchen mishaps. Whether they’re new to baking or already a pro with a whisk, every camper leaves with new skills, new friends, and a whole lot of sweet memories. H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jul 14-18 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1		H			L	H		L					Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	The Great Camp Bake Off Sr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × The Great Camp Bake Off Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Ready, Set, Bake! At The Great Camp Bake-Off, junior bakers slip on aprons, grab their spatulas, and get ready for a week full of mixing, shaping, and taste-testing! Guided by our pastry pros, campers tackle daily baking challenges using the freshest ingredients, with new recipes daily and weekly. Each day campers learning how to work with dough, balance flavors, and perfect their decorating skills. Each day leads up to our grand finale: the Camp Bake-Off, a friendly competition where campers show off their creations and cheer each other on. Along the way, they’ll follow their curiosity as they explore new flavors and ingredients, collaborate in group challenges, and learn perseverance through recipe surprises and kitchen mishaps. Whether they’re new to baking or already a pro with a whisk, every camper leaves with new skills, new friends, and a whole lot of sweet memories. H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jul 14-18 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1		H			L	H		L					Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 14-18 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Jewelry Making Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Jewelry Making Enroll Now Studio: Accessorize & Style Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Make that bling sing! In Jewelry Design, campers discover the art of personal adornment — whether to add a little sparkle or hold memories close in a sentimental keepsake. Jewelry has always been an important form of wearable art, and campers will delight in this fun and accessible form of creative self-expression. Campers will improve focus while crafting pieces with care and attention to detail, openness to exploring different mediums, and a sparkling sense of authenticity as they express their unique style. From whimsical necklaces made from polymer clay to sophisticated and elegant wire-beaded rings, campers will create their one-of-a-kind pieces with the help of their week-long skills in jewelry design and construction. Bling never looked so good! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Aug 4-8					H				H				Jul 7-11 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Mad Food Scientists! Jr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week × Mad Food Scientists! Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week Mwa-ha-ha-ha! Step into our lab . . . er, kitchen! In Mad Food Scientist, campers get hands-on with the wild science behind their favorite foods. They’ll discover that every recipe is a mini-chemistry experiment, where a pinch of this and a dash of that can lead to amazing (or hilariously unexpected) results! From mixing baking soda and vinegar to exploring the art of measurement, campers will learn how tiny tweaks make a big difference in taste and texture. Along the way, they’ll develop curiosity as they explore new flavors, perseverance through trial and error, and responsibility as they manage ingredients and tools. By week’s end, they’ll have a lab-tested taste for food science—and a few creative recipes to share at home! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Aug 4-8 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25					H		L		H				Jul 7-11 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Mad Food Scientists! Sr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week × Mad Food Scientists! Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week Mwa-ha-ha-ha! Step into our lab . . . er, kitchen! In Mad Food Scientist, campers get hands-on with the wild science behind their favorite foods. They’ll discover that every recipe is a mini-chemistry experiment, where a pinch of this and a dash of that can lead to amazing (or hilariously unexpected) results! From mixing baking soda and vinegar to exploring the art of measurement, campers will learn how tiny tweaks make a big difference in taste and texture. Along the way, they’ll develop curiosity as they explore new flavors, perseverance through trial and error, and responsibility as they manage ingredients and tools. By week’s end, they’ll have a lab-tested taste for food science—and a few creative recipes to share at home! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Aug 4-8 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25					H		L		H				Jul 7-11 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Mario Kart Racetrack Design Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Mario Kart Racetrack Design Enroll Now Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Drop that controller and pick up your pencil! In Mario Kart Racetrack Design, we're bringing everyone's favorite racing game into thrilling reality! Young designers develop their curiosity by exploring how kooky themes like Rainbow Road and Bowser's Castle can inspire real-world tracks and build resilience through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement that every engineer faces. As they craft their courses using 2D and 3D construction techniques, raceway architects deepen their ability to focus on detailed blueprint work and strengthen their collaborative skills while working side-by-side to test and improve their track designs with their newfound friends. Builders develop responsibility as they experiment with cause-and-effect in their creations. By the end of the week, campers will showcase racetracks that Mario (and, of course, Luigi) wishes he could drive! Note: We do not play Mario Kart in this program or with electronics; campers draw from their past gaming experience to inspire their physical creations! H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Aug 4-8			H						H				Jun 23-27 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Minecraft Blocksmiths Studio: Robotics Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week × Minecraft Blocksmiths Enroll Now Studio: Robotics Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week Calling all Red Stone Engineers! Minecraft Blocksmiths is your chance to get your hands on a Minecraft world. In this weeklong program, campers strengthen their curiosity as they explore coding concepts and develop creativity while diving imagination-first into the world of Minecraft. As they use Blockly to code their Ozobot to maneuver through a physical Minecraft biome that they construct themselves, they build perseverance through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement that every coder faces. Working together to develop and test their creations, young engineers practice their collaborative skills and focus as they work on detailed construction with their new friends. Creative mode is on in this real-world rendition of Minecraft. Note: We do not play Minecraft in this program, but campers can pull from their past gaming experience to inspire their physical creations! H Haverford Dates: Jul 14-18						H							Jul 14-18 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Multisport Mashup Jr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week × Multisport Mashup Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 1st, 2nd Price: $735/week Ready to discover your new favorite sport? In Multisport Mashup, campers get to try a mix of exciting games, from the precision of disc golf to the fast-paced fun of flag rugby and the rapid rallies of pickleball. Through friendly competition, they'll practice respect for teammates and opponents alike while practicing perseverance and resilience as they master the nuances of each game. Whether they’re picking up new skills or refining old ones, campers will be encouraged to embrace every challenge with a positive attitude and the drive to keep getting better! But that's not all! As part of the Velocity Studio, campers will develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first-time on wheels. Best of all — they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25					H		L	H		H			Jul 7-11 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Multisport Mashup Sr. Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week × Multisport Mashup Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Velocity Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th Price: $735/week Ready to discover your new favorite sport? In Multisport Mashup, campers get to try a mix of exciting games, from the precision of disc golf to the fast-paced fun of flag rugby and the rapid rallies of pickleball. Through friendly competition, they'll practice respect for teammates and opponents alike while practicing perseverance and resilience as they master the nuances of each game. Whether they’re picking up new skills or refining old ones, campers will be encouraged to embrace every challenge with a positive attitude and the drive to keep getting better! But that's not all! As part of the Velocity Studio, campers will develop their biking and skateboarding skills, whether seasoned pro or first-time on wheels. Best of all — they’ll build their own skateboard that they can take home at the end of the week! Velocity campers are also challenged to persevere as they step outside their comfort zone, make bold choices, and create friendships through resilience-building activities like slacklining obstacle courses and collaborative team-building games. H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25					H		L	H		H			Jul 7-11 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Once Upon a Chef Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week × Once Upon a Chef Enroll Now Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week In Once Upon a Chef, young storytellers and bakers combine their talents to explore delectable tales such as 'If You Give a Mouse a Cookie,' bringing them to life through devised theater exercises, imaginative crafts, and delicious recreations of treats lifted from the pages themselves. Through the process, campers develop creativity crafting stories and treats, while building responsibility as they learn kitchen safety and careful measuring. Working with fellow chef-actors, they strengthen collaboration skills and practice self-regulation following recipes and taking turns. Through the magic of 'pretend' play, campers immerse themselves in a whimsical make-believe world of their design. Prepare to conjure the cookie of your dreams, and eat it too! H Haverford Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8						H			H				Jul 14-18 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Robot Rumble Studio: Robotics Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Price: $735/week × Robot Rumble Enroll Now Studio: Robotics Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Price: $735/week Get ready to Ruuuuuumble! In Robot Rumble, young engineers don't just build robots — they build character! This ultimate robotic takedown challenge invites campers to construct and fine-tune their own remote-controlled champions for friendly competition. Along the way, they're developing resilience as they tackle technical challenges, problem-solving as they modify their designs based on arena performance, and perseverance as they are challenged through trial and error to create the ultimate machine. Join us in Robot Rumble, where the sparks of competition induce adrenaline-pumping fun! H Haverford Dates: Jul 28 - Aug 1								H					Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H
Enroll Now	SFX Make-up Magic Studio: Mixed Media Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week × SFX Make-up Magic Enroll Now Studio: Mixed Media Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week From glam to grandma, and everything in between, SFX Makeup Magic is where makeup meets transformation! This exciting, creative camp lets campers dive into the art of illusion, blending creativity with technique. Throughout the week, campers will mix custom colors with oil-based palettes, craft prosthetics, and master visual tricks like old-age makeup and mind-bending optical illusions. Whether they’re designing characters to spook or charm, the possibilities for transformation are endless. As they work, campers build focus while perfecting their techniques, resilience as they push through challenges, and openness as they explore new and bold ideas. By the end of the week, don’t be surprised to see some wild, one-of-a-kind creations! H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 21-25 Aug 11-15			H				H			H			Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Sweets on the Big Screen Jr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week × Sweets on the Big Screen Jr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week Big screen, bigger flavor! In Sweets on the Big Screen, campers get to taste their favorite movie treats—without any lessons from the Oompa Loompas! This weeklong program brings the magic of cinema to the kitchen as campers recreate iconic sweets from the movies with hands-on guidance and plenty of delicious fun. As they mix, bake, and decorate with the freshest ingredients, campers will explore the fascinating world of candy and baked goods, discovering how these sweet creations play key roles in their favorite films. With a pinch of creativity and a whole lot of curiosity, campers will collaborate to bring fantasy treats to life, tasting their way through a world of sweet inspiration. Get ready for treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat! H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 21-25 Aug 11-15 Jul 28 - Aug 1 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8			H			L	H	H	L	H			Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Jul 14-18 $735/week L Aug 4-8 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Sweets on the Big Screen Sr. Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week × Sweets on the Big Screen Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Culinary Arts Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week Big screen, bigger flavor! In Sweets on the Big Screen, campers get to taste their favorite movie treats—without any lessons from the Oompa Loompas! This weeklong program brings the magic of cinema to the kitchen as campers recreate iconic sweets from the movies with hands-on guidance and plenty of delicious fun. As they mix, bake, and decorate with the freshest ingredients, campers will explore the fascinating world of candy and baked goods, discovering how these sweet creations play key roles in their favorite films. With a pinch of creativity and a whole lot of curiosity, campers will collaborate to bring fantasy treats to life, tasting their way through a world of sweet inspiration. Get ready for treats that are as fun to make as they are to eat! H Haverford Dates: Jun 23-27 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8			H			L	H	H	L	H			Jun 23-27 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Aug 11-15 $735/week H Jul 14-18 $735/week L Aug 4-8 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Super Bots Studio: Robotics Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Super Bots Enroll Now Studio: Robotics Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a robot! In this weeklong dash to save the world, campers apply robotics and Ozobot's hands-on Color Coding language to turn their Ozobot into the hero we need! Each day, their robot hero comes face-to-face with an arch-nemesis. While creating hero personas and coding daring feats, campers embrace curiosity to discover new solutions, collaboration as they work together to outsmart obstacles, and focus as they refine their strategies to stay one step ahead of the forces of evil. POW! BAM! Another adventure for teamwork and imagination! At the end of the week, campers show off their most innovative routines and scare the villains back to the holes, caves, or planets from whence they came! H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* L Lawrenceville Dates: Aug 4-8		H							L				Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Tiny Home Builders Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week × Tiny Home Builders Enroll Now Studio: Design & Build Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Price: $735/week Dream big, build tiny! In Tiny Home Builders, young architects develop their curiosity as they explore the art of miniature design! Working with specialized model-making kits, builders strengthen their creativity by bringing their dream spaces to life and building resilience through the natural cycle of trial, error, and improvement that every architect faces. From crafting elegant living rooms to arranging tiny furniture, campers strengthen their focus while working on detailed construction and develop responsibility for handling delicate materials with care. Working side-by-side, our designers enhance their collaborative skills by sharing techniques and inspiration for their miniature masterpieces with newfound friends. Whether they're creating a cozy cottage or a Mojo Dojo Casa House, each tiny home will be as unique as the architect who designs it! Small spaces, big dreams—let's start building! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25					H		L	H					Jul 7-11 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H Jul 21-25 $735/week L
Enroll Now	Wild Things Adventure Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week × Wild Things Adventure Enroll Now Studio: Playful Explorers Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week Let the Wild Rumpus Start! In Wild Things Adventure, young adventurers stomp, slither, and soar through an animal-inspired movement journey. From the swift dash of the cheetah to the slooooow crawl of a sloth, and the fluttering of butterflies to the bombastic stomp of elephants, dancers build empathy and compassion by imagining life through animal perspectives. Young performers discover their own authenticity while channeling their inner wild spirit. The rumpus continues with craft sessions, where campers design masks and make instruments that bring the animal kingdom to life. Campers strengthen their collaborative skills through these shared adventures as they create parade performances with their newfound friends, letting their wild sides shine. Each day promises a whirlwind of joy and unforgettable moments. Come and join our pack for a roaring good time! H Haverford Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 28 - Aug 1					H			H					Jul 7-11 $735/week H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Woodworking Studio: Woodworking Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) × Woodworking Enroll Now Studio: Woodworking Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) What do you call a piece of wood with nothing to do? Board! Well, no one will be bored in this program, where campers have a blast learning the practical and timeless craft of woodworking. Your child will use traditional hand tools to create a range of projects, from toolboxes to their own custom creations that are not only fun to make but also functional. Each week, they’ll experience the joy of building something with their own hands in a constructive and creative way. Along the way, campers develop responsibility as they work safely with tools, perseverance as they refine their skills, and collaboration when they share ideas and techniques with their peers. By the end of the week, they’ll have a new appreciation for craftsmanship and a collection of projects they can be proud of. Hey—have you heard the “under construction” joke? It’s not done yet. Because all that’s missing is you! H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jun 23-27 Jul 7-11 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 11-15 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 4-8		H	H		H		H L	H L	L	H			Jun 16-20* $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jun 23-27 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 7-11 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Aug 11-15 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) H Jul 21-25 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Jul 28 - Aug 1 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L Aug 4-8 $735/week ($620 week of June 16th) L
Enroll Now	Woodworking Sr. Studio: Woodworking Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week × Woodworking Sr. Enroll Now Studio: Woodworking Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th Price: $735/week Ever wonder what lies beyond the basics of woodworking? Look no further! In Advanced Woodworking, your child will elevate their skills through hands-on experience with traditional hand tools and power drills while working alongside expert instructors in a supervised environment. Over the course of this weeklong camp, campers will enhance their craftsmanship by learning advanced woodworking techniques and constructing projects that highlight their newfound expertise. They’ll gain a deeper understanding of the craft and build confidence in their abilities. As they create, campers will develop resilience, overcoming challenges, responsibility while safely using tools, and perseverance as they refine their work into their next masterpiece. Where craftsmanship meets creativity—time to build something extraordinary! Note: Large power tools will not be used in this camp. H Haverford Dates: Jul 14-18 Aug 4-8						H			H				Jul 14-18 $735/week H Aug 4-8 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Camp Finale Weeks @ Haverford - Minis Studio: DEAN Finale Weeks Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week × Camp Finale Weeks @ Haverford - Minis Enroll Now Studio: DEAN Finale Weeks Grades: Pre-K, K Price: $735/week Wrap up an unforgettable summer with DEAN Finale Weeks—where fun, creativity, and play come together. H Haverford Dates: Aug 18-22 Aug 25-29											H	H	Aug 18-22 $735/week H Aug 25-29 $735/week H
Enroll Now	Counselors In Training (CIT) Studio: Leadership Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Price: × Counselors In Training (CIT) Enroll Now Studio: Leadership Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Price: At DEAN Adventure Camps, nothing brings us greater joy than seeing campers grow from curious, creative students to passionate, driven young adults. Our Counselor in Training (CIT) Leadership Program at Haverford College is designed to teach 14–16-year-olds the flip side of our programming… teaching! Becoming a CIT is an excellent opportunity for former campers and future leaders to develop leadership skills, gain valuable resume experience, and enhance crafting techniques alongside our expert staff. A Counselors in Training (CITs) applicant with their parent or guardian must register for a 3- or 2-week long session in the “Register Now” navigation button on the DEAN Adventure Camps Website. Dates and locations for the 2025 season are noted below: H Haverford Dates: Jun 16-20* Jun 23-27 Jun 30 - Jul 3* Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15 Aug 18-22 Aug 25-29 L Lawrenceville Dates: Jul 7-11 Jul 14-18 Jul 21-25 Jul 28 - Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Aug 11-15		H	H	H	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L	H L	H	H	Jun 16-20* H Jun 23-27 H Jun 30 - Jul 3* H Jul 7-11 H Jul 14-18 H Jul 21-25 H Jul 28 - Aug 1 H Aug 4-8 H Aug 11-15 H Aug 18-22 H Aug 25-29 H Jul 7-11 L Jul 14-18 L Jul 21-25 L Jul 28 - Aug 1 L Aug 4-8 L Aug 11-15 L