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Dear Families,In 2009, LINX Camps set out on a mission to create a premier day camp experience for each member of every family. Our team works hard to continuously modernize the day camp experience, while instilling traditional camp values and providing an inclusive and emotionally safe community for all.Through the years we have expanded to offer a wide variety of camps, all centered around fun-based learning, so that families can make every summer special. It is a joy to know we are the summer home for families and to be an integral part of each camper’s childhood. We hope to see you this summer!Warm Regards,linxcamps.com 781.235.32101TRADITIONAL CAMP VALUESAt LINX Camps, we place the highest emphasis on providing an encompassing camp experience. Each week is packed with unique activities, spirit, and traditions!Modern Camp ApproachCampers mix and match from our extensive program offerings to build their own special summer. LINX Camps has created an environment in which campers thrive in a structured setting, daily routines, and small groups. Exceptional TeamCarefully selected from local, national, and international candidates, LINX Camps counselors lead by example and create an environment where everyone feels comfortable and confident with themselves, their leaders, and their peers.“I am incredibly proud of the team we have put together. Each team member, from our directors to our counselors, helps provide our families with the best possible camp experience.” JOE KAHNOwner & Founder“We nurture a respectful, kind, and enthusiastic culture that is inclusive, diverse, and fair for all.”BEN GATTOCamp Director“Building a community that campers call their summer home is what guides our decisions every day.”MEESH HUNDLEYExecutive Director of Campswelcome to3 - 4 years | PeeWees 5 years - 1st grade | Minors

2meet the team that makes linx camps special!Along with our carefully selected local and international counselors, LINX Camps has a team of year-round professionals dedicated to making each year at camp better than the last. As part of our commitment to creating a premier day camp experience, all team members undergo personal interviews, CORI, SORI, and reference checks, as well as participate in pre-camp training seminars with the LINX Camps Leadership Team. ”“The energy all counselORs exuded was infectious! They were such great role models for our little boy. He developed an understanding of being respnsible and helpful. - N.G., Needham - N.G., Needhamwelcome togeneral campsadventure campsperforming arts campsJUNIOR campsSPORTS campsSTEAM campsLINX CAMPS OFFERED Jun 23Jun 30Jul 7Jul 14Jul 21Jul 28Aug 4Aug 11Jun 166th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | MastersJUNIOR camps - HALF DAY

General camp. Every day is unique as campers rotate through activities to develop skills through cooperative play.Half-day general camp. Arts & crafts, circle time, imaginative play, music, storytelling, sensory exploration, and simple sports. Ends at 1:00pm each day. No swim lessons.linxcamps.com/juniorS 781.235.3210our junior camps support growTHBy combining nurture and know-how, our experienced counselors encourage the curiosity of our young campers! Grounded in the values of inclusion, teamwork, and good sportsmanship, our Junior Camps encourage the curiosity of our youngest campers. With a careful balance of familiar pastimes, like story time and music circle, with new and unique activities, the curricula supports healthy social, emotional, and physical growth. Our experienced counselors help campers foster a love of camp and begin a childhood-long summer tradition! All camps include swim lessons, unless noted.3Enjoy the creative and sensory experience of art through multiple mediums such as chalk, markers, and watercolors.General camp. Every day is engaging as campers rotate through activities to develop their self-confidence through non-competitive play. No swim lessons.

43 - 4 years | PeeWees 5 years - 1st grade | MinorsCLICK HERE to learn moreabout JUNIOR CAMPSExplore the fundamentals of movement, dance, and choreography with fun, upbeat music.Uncover the mysteries of the world by answering questions through play, creativity, and hands-on exploration. It is recommended to spend one week each summer in this camp.Learn the fundamentals of soccer including game rules, kicking, dribbling, and field positions.Play popular sports like basketball, T-ball, and pillow hockey, while receiving encouraging coaching!Develop imagination, creativity, expression, and voice by bringing familiar stories to life through acting and singing.Jr. ExplorersJr. SportsJr. SoccerJr. ScienceJr. ArtJr. Fun BunchJr. DiscoverersPEEWEES AND MINORS CAMPS OFFERED Jr. Dancejr specialty campsJr. TheaterJun 23Jun 30Jul 7Jul 14Jul 21Jul 28Aug 4Aug 11Jun 16

linxcamps.com/generalcamps 781.235.32105our GENERAL camps buld characterCampers in 2nd - 8th grade can make every summer special and unique by mixing and matching experiences from every camp division we offer, but most build a summer with at least one week in the heart of LINX Camps — our General Camps. These camps are deeply rooted in classic summer fun like gaga ball and friendship bracelet making. Add in unique activities like archery and rock climbing, plus the flexibility of the two choice periods that create the perfect chance to make enduring summer friends, and it’s no wonder that these camps are so popular!”“Do you or your camper want to be sure swimming is included in their summer camp experience? If so, you will want to register for Freedom Camp or add-on Extended Day with Swim Lesson! Freedom campers have a swim period at least 4 times each week. Liberty Camp, with its fun and refreshing water games, is the perfect choice for campers who don’t want or need a swim period. See page 15 for more information about swimming at LINX Camps.We are SO happy with our LINX Camps experience and sad that our son is all done for the summer. He had so much fun, was excited to go to camp every day, and his swim skills improved tremendously! - J.W., Needham - J.W., Needham

6Our most popular camp! Campers enjoy two traditional camp activities, a swim period, and two choice periods each day.6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | MastersCampers enjoy a varied schedule of three traditional camp activities each week, plus two choice periods each afternoon.”“THIS CAMP SURPASSES MY EXPECTATIONS EACH YEAR! - J.C., Medfield- J.C., MedfieldCLICK HERE to learn moreabout GENERAL CAMPS#1EAGLE GAMESIMAGINE the whole camp is split into red, blue, and green teams for a week of challenges and games that result in an epic finale. Eagle Games run the week of August 4th.linx CAMPStrAditions

linxcamps.com/adventure 781.235.32107Physical challenges, human bowling, trivia contests, treasure hunts through foam, and tons of wacky fun!Physical training, challenges on inflatables, extreme obstacle races, and team-based events. Includes a half-day, local field trip!”“Best camp experience I have had yet as a parent. I think the level of staff engagement kept camp days interesting! Will definitely be enrolling next year and for more weeks. Love, love, love, love all the offerings — my kids can’t decide which camps to do next year. - V.T., Newton- V.T., Newton CLICK HERE to learn moreabout ADVENTURE CAMPSRace around campus to solve clues, navigate to future game locations, and perform physical and mental challenges.

#2JABAMALAAn orange carabiner that is secretly passed between counselors on Fridays. IMAGINE that at the end of the day whoever has it gets a Squasher (see page 14)!linx CAMPSlinx CAMPStrAditionstrAditionsTeam missions, spy identities, mazes, escape scenarios, evasion strategies, decoding, and device training!Base camp prep, navigational training, animal echo, nature exploration, and camouflage hunts. Includes a half-day, local field trip!6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | Masters8”“My son loved Double Dare Squasher Camp and Ninja Warrior Camp! He couldn’t stop talking about them. - S.W., Needham- S.W., Needham

A three-week immersive experience giving campers Broadway training in acting, singing, and dancing, with a final production that families can attend! Our 2025 title is Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.A two-week experience focusing on acting skills and culminating in a final production, which families are invited to watch! Our original 2025 titles are A Tale of Trouble & Tea and The Wild Card Chronicles.Alice’s friends are planning a surprise unbirthday party for her, but not everyone in Wonderland is cooperating. Will the party be a success?When rumors start circulating around the Queen's etiquette camp, the Wild Cards must work together to uncover the secrets of The Deck.9linxcamps.com/performingarts 781.235.3210

Learning the tricks and techniques of video content, from developing ideas to final execution!Developing hip hop, jazz, and modern technique, with a friendly competition to finish each week!”“My camper loved spending time preparing for their performance with their group and counselors. Everyday seemed like a fun, happy one! -G.O'C. Newton-G.O'C. Newton106th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies4th - 5th grade | MastersCLICK HERE to learn moreabout PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS#3linx CAMPSlinx CAMPStrAditionstrAditionsSPIRIT STICKIMAGINE if your group has awesome spirit and great sportsmanship, then they can earn a Spirit Stick for the whole of camp to see that day!Produce camp newscasts focused on the awesomeness that is LINX Camps!

linxcamps.com/SPORTS 781.235.3210”“We LOVE LINX Camps so much! The parent communication, structure, and organization are second to none. Every aspect of LINX Camps is a well oiled machine and my kids feel safe and supported, as do we as parents. -M.F., Natick-M.F., NatickExpand offensive and defensive basketball skills, and practice them in fun, competitive, daily scrimmages.Play every position from quarterback to defensive end in this fast-paced, fun, and highly strategic sport. Experience the conditioning and coaching needed to succeed in basketball, flag football, soccer, and more! This camp includes a swim period.Discover the thrill, rules, and strategies of sports that are played by children and athletes in countries around the world.Our sports camps are designed for all campers, regardless of their experience in the sport and with a recreational-level of intensity and game play. These camps can help serious athletes connect to their love of the sport and develop their leadership skills.

6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | MastersStrengthen key offensive and defensive soccer skills. Then put them to the test in fun, competitive, daily scrimmages.Develop the racquet skills to succeed in games of tennis and pickleball, with a sampling of other similar sports!#4linx CAMPSlinx CAMPStrAditionstrAditionsCLICK HERE TO learn moreabOut sports CAMPSGSOPIMAGINE being the group with the cleanest area and the most spirit at the end of lunch and winning the Golden Slice of Pizza! (GSOP) ”“AS WAs the case last year, my daughter developed very strong relationships with her counselors. Her favorite part of each day was seeing them and interacting with them. -D.N., Wellesley-D.N., Wellesley

13linxcamps.com/STEAM 781.235.3210Develop creative and technical skills in 2-D art through multiple mediums including acrylic, pastels, and watercolors.Experiment with flavor combinations and practice decorating techniques like fondant, piping, and flower molding, with a friendly competition to finish each week!Embark on amazing adventures and quests, while building teamwork, communication, and critical thinking skills, under the guidance of a fun and creative Dungeon Master!”“Everything was exceptional — communication, counselors, activities, camp spirit, online platform, etc! My three kids loved the creative and fun activities, dance parties, and kind, upbeat counselors! Thank you for a phenomenal summer! - M.T., Sharon- M.T., SharonCelebrate your creativity and craftiness through 3-D projects inspired by a unique variety of materials and your ingenuity.

#5linx CAMPSlinx CAMPStrAditionstrAditionsSQUASHERIMAGINE cheering on a counselor while they are given a shaving cream pie to the face if they have a JABAMALA (see page 8) at the end of the day Friday!14Dive into a world of fabrics, notions, patterns, and clothing design, then showcase your creations on the fashion runway.Solve complex scientific problems using creativity, critical thinking, and analytical skills while working on large scale projects.Apply various types of scientific experimentation and out-of-the-box thinking to overcome unique challenges and puzzles.6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | MastersCLICK HERE to learn moreabout sTEAM CAMPS

A swim period including a lesson and free swim (unless otherwise noted) is included 4-5 times each week for: 3-4 year old Jr. Explorers (lessons only) 5 years-1st grade Jr. Explorers Jr. Art Jr. Dance Jr. Science Jr. Sports Jr. Soccer Jr. Theater Freedom 2nd-3rd grade All Star Sports (lessons only) 4th grade and older All Star Sports (free swim only)Every camp without a swim period has a period of age-appropriate water games! (weather permitting)15SWIMMING AT LINX CAMPSWe offer a superior swim program taught by highly skilled and experienced instructors. Our swim staff complete a certification program each summer, before working with campers, to ensure excellent and personalized instruction. Individual skill assessments are conducted throughout each week to help campers advance.SWIMMINGCLICK HERE To learn moreabout OUR SWIM PROGRAMCampers enjoy swimming in the 6,500 square foot Aquatics Center at Dana Hall, featuring a 25-yard, six-lane pool. We use submerged docks for our youngest campers so they can stand during instruction!While our staff are certified and trained to work with all swim levels, they are truly gifted when it comes to working with PeeWees (3-4 years) and Minors (5 years-1st grade). Their nurturing approach is comforting to campers who are encouraged to participate and learn. linxcamps.com 781.235.3210

16family-friendly servicesBUSOur neighborhood bus stops and real-time tracking make the Bus the most convenient way for campers to get to and from camp. Our buses service 17 towns, and we are always open to adding additional towns and stops! Parents appreciate the additional time they get in their day. Campers enjoy the Bus Captains and Monitors who work hard to turn the bus ride into a fun-filled extension of the camp day! The earlier you register for Bus, the more you will save.LUNCHBOXOur nutritious, Lunch Box has multiple hot and cold entrée choices each day, including vegan and gluten-free options. Campers are also offered sides, whole fruit, and beverages. Campers 2nd grade and older have access to a salad and sandwich bar. All food is peanut and tree-nut free. The earlier you register for Lunch Box, the more you will save.Make the Camp Day LongerEARLY DROP-OFFNeed a little extra time in the morning? We’ve got you covered! LINX Camps begins at 9:00am, but with Early Drop-Off, you can drop your camper(s) off as early as 8:00am! Families can sign-up for this service up until the Wednesday before their camp week!EXTENDED DAYExtended Day means extended FUN! LINX Camps ends at 4:00pm each day, but with Extended Day, you can pick your camper(s) up as late as 6:00pm. Campers have a choice to participate in either active or quiet activities. Families can sign-up for this service up until the Wednesday before their camp week!EXTENDED DAY WITH SWIM LESSONAdd swim into your camper’s day or give them more time in the pool. Each camper receives a 30 minute, personalized, encouraging, and fun swim lesson. Once their lesson ends, they enjoy free swim, which is always skill-appropriate and allows them to enjoy being in the pool and develops their comfort in the water. You can pick your camper(s) up between 5:20-6:00pm. Families can sign-up for this service up until the Wednesday before their camp week!CLICK HERE TO learn moreabout OUR SERVICES

SessionsLINX Camps offers one-week sessions to give families the flexibility they want to create a special summer. Our Broadway Theater Camp, Theater Camp, and Counselor in Training (CIT) program require a multi-week commitment, as indicated on our website.ratesMore weeks always means more savings at LINX Camps! Leading up to each summer we promise that every promotion will never be quite as awesome as the one before it. Visit www.linxcamps.com/pricinglinxcamps.com 781.235.321017operating hoursEarly Drop-Off: 7:50am - 8:30amStandard Drop-Off: 8:40am - 8:55am Camp Day: 9:00am - 4:00pmStandard Pick-Up: 3:55pm - 4:10pm Extended Day: 4:00pm - 6:00pmExtended Day With Swim Lesson: 4:00pm - 6:00pmcommunicationcustomer serviceOur exceptional Customer Service Specialists are available by phone, text, email, and chat to answer any questions you may have. Reach out to learn more about our programs, services, rates, policies, for camper updates, how to authorize a friend to pick-up your child from camp, and more!scrapbookMyLINX Scrapbook® gives parents individualized weekly updates about their camper’s time at camp. All information in MyLINX Scrapbook® is personalized and password protected.ALL THE detailsregistrationAt time of registration, and up until May 1st, a deposit of $100 is immediately charged for each camper for every week of camp ordered. Families may switch camp selections and weeks attending, at any time, subject to availability.what’s offeredJun 23Jun 30Jul 7Jul 14Jul 21Jul 28Aug 4Aug 11Jun 16LunchCampBusEarly Drop-OffExtended DayExtended Day With Swim Lesson

18This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.health and safetyALLERGY AWARENESSTo create a safe environment for all campers and staff, food and drink with peanuts and tree nuts as an ingredient are not allowed at LINX Camps. All food and drinks brought by staff and campers are required to be peanut and tree nut-free.Health CenterWe maintain fully-equipped health centers and employ full-time camp nurses, who are available from 7:50am - 6:00pm.camper careWe hire dedicated and experienced Camper Care Specialists to help children enjoy camp to the fullest. When necessary, they bring together information shared by parents, counselors, and team leaders, to support the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of a camper and to work toward a positive experience for everyone involved.CAMPUSOur campus at the Dana Hall School in Wellesley offers campers the very best amenities to complement their program choices! The campus provides plenty of outdoor field space for traditional camp games and activities, classrooms, dining hall facilities, and a state-of-the-art athletic building.The athletic building — the Shipley Center — is home for many of our camps, including Basketball, Dance Battles, Junior Camps, and more. With over 93,000 square feet, the facility meets the needs of the entire camp community by housing: a 21,000 square foot gymnasium with two NCAA regulation-size basketball courts a 465-square foot, custom-designed climbing wall, which is 34 feet high and designed for six separate courses — two beginner, two intermediate, and two advanced two dance studios, which can also convert into a black box theater our main office our health officeThroughout our campus we have air-conditioned, indoor facilities to make sure the camp day is uninterrupted even when severe weather passes by us.hydration and snackswaterCampers are required to bring a labeled water bottle to camp each day. Groups take multiple water breaks throughout the day and counselors make sure campers get opportunities to refill their water bottles.snacksWe provide campers with a peanut and tree nut-free, individually packaged snack each day. The choices rotate throughout the week. We offer an allergen-safe substitute as needed. Campers in Extended Day and Extended Day with Swim Lesson receive an additional snack during their aftercare service.

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