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LINXCAMPS.COM 781.235.3210LINX CAMPS HAS THERECIPE TO MAKESUMMER 2024 SPECIAL!

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 traditions, sing-alongs, spirit competitions, and unique experiences.Modern Camp ApproachCampers mix and match from our extensive program offerings to build a 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 - 4years | PeeWees 5 years - 1st grade | Minors

WELCOME2meet the team that makes linx camps special!LINX Camps has a team of year-round professionals dedicated to making it a premier day camp experience for each member of every family. Our division leaders and counselors are selected for their commitment to each child’s intellectual, social, physical, and emotional development. They undergo personal interviews, CORI, SORI, and reference checks, as well as participate in pre-camp training seminars with the LINX Camps Leadership Team.”“Your counselors are amazing! I love how they send each kid home with a thoughtful compliment. - H.F., Waltham - H.F., Walthamwelcome togeneral campsadventure campsperforming arts campsJUNIOR campsSPORTS campsSTEAM campsLINX CAMPS OFFERED Jun 24Jul 1Jul 8Jul 15Jul 22Jul 29Aug 5Aug 12Jun 176th - 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. 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! Our Junior Camps are grounded in the values of inclusion, friendship, teamwork, support, and good sportsmanship. Their curricula support social, emotional, and physical growth, with a careful balance of familiar activities, like story time and music circle, and new activities. Our Junior Camps team is eager to help our young 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 - 4years | PeeWees 5 years - 1st grade | Minorsuse your camera to learn more about JUNIOR CAMPSjuniorExplore 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.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 24Jul 1Jul 8Jul 15Jul 22Jul 29Aug 5Aug 12Jun 17

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, and it’s no wonder that these camps are so popular! Not to mention that the flexibility of the two choice periods is the perfect chance to make summer friends that define a childhood.”“Campers who need to learn to swim, want to improve their swimming ability, or just think swimming is a key part of summer fun, will want to register for Freedom Camp (or Extended Day with Swim Lesson). Freedom campers of every age have a swim period at least 4 times each week in our indoor, 6,500 square foot pool. Liberty Camp, with its fun and refreshing water games, is the perfect choice for campers who don’t want or need a swim period.My daughter is LOVING Freedom Camp! She’s so excited and enthusiastic to tell us what she did - especially rock climbing & archery!! She is very happy with the options she can choose, and those she doesn’t choose. It’s been a wonderful week! - N.B., Sudbury - N.B., Sudbury

EAGLE GAMESEAGLE GAMESEAGLE GAMES6Our 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 | Mastersuse your camera to learn more about GENERAL CAMPSCampers enjoy a varied schedule of three traditional camp activities each week, plus two choice periods each afternoon.”“My daughter loved the swimming and choices in Freedom Camp - particularly rock climbing, which was a huge confidence builder for her! - Y.P., Needham- Y.P., NeedhamLINX CAMPS traditions RECIPEINGREDIENTS Handful of favorite games Bunch of unique challenges Fresh energy Dash of competitiveness Sprinkle of kindnessDIRECTIONSDivide the camp into three teams: Red, Blue, and Green. Host point-based games and challenges all week long. Invite parents to email in reports of points earned at home. Hold an epic finale crowning spirit, sportsmanship, and overall points winners!Week of Aug 5th 1 WeekGENERAL

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.”“Our children rave about their counselors, who really make their day and summer!!! Of their camp choices, they especially enjoy Amazing Challenge and Ninja Warrior. They come home at the end of the day with sore muscle from all of their efforts. - C.L., Newton- C.L., Newtonuse your camera to learn more about ADVENTURE CAMPSRace around campus to solve clues, navigate to future game locations, and perform physical and mental challenges.

JABAMALAJABAMALAJABAMALALINX CAMPS traditions RECIPETeam missions, spy identities, mazes, escape scenarios, evasion strategies, decoding, and device training!Base camp prep, navigational training, animal echo, nature exploration, and camouflage hunts!”6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | Masters8”“My two kids had a wonderful time in Amazing Challenge Camp. They especially liked the independence of doing the challenges across the campus! They’d really like to do that camp again next year!! - N.R., Needham- N.R., NeedhamINGREDIENTS 6 orange carabiners Mischievousness, to tasteDIRECTIONSGive an orange carabiner to one counselor in each division. That counselor secretly attaches it to another counselor’s person or belongings. Upon discovery, the carabiner is moved to another unsuspecting counselor. At the end of the day, the counselor in possession of the carabiner gets a Squasher (see page 14)!Every Week FridayADVENTURE

A three-week immersive experience giving campers Broadway training in acting, singing, and dancing, with a final production that families can attend! Our 2023 title is Disney’s The Little Mermaid.A two-week experience focusing on acting skills and culminating in a final production, which families are invited to watch! Our original 2023 titles are Secrets of the Surf and Atlantica Academy.The citizens of Radsbrook Island must unlock the long buried mysteries of the ghost pirates in order to strike their sails for good!When a magical sea stone goes missing, will school factions put their rivalry aside and combine their magic to keep their school afloat?9linxcamps.com/performingarts 781.235.3210

SPIRIT STICKSPIRIT STICKSPIRIT STICKLearning the tricks and techniques of video content creation from ideas to final execution! Developing hip hop, jazz, and modern technique, with a friendly competition to finish each week!”“My daughter loves the camaraderie shared among all her Broadway Theater campers. She loves learning all the songs and dances and performing. She says it feels like a family and they’re all looking out for each other. -L.W., Needham-L.W., Needhamuse your camera to learn more about PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS10LINX CAMPS traditions RECIPEINGREDIENTS Large stick Sprinkle of camp songs Heaps of sportsmanship Barrel of spirit DIRECTIONSCombine a division of campers with their counselors. Set speaker to volume 10. Press play on “Spirit of Radio” by Rush. Serve up the stick to the group with the most energy and heart that day.Every Week Every Day6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies4th - 5th grade | MastersperformingArts

”linxcamps.com/SPORTS 781.235.3210Expand 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. “This is the second year my son has done All Star Sports. Even as an older kid he really enjoys it! It’s hard to find camps that he wants to go to as an entering 7th-grader, so we appreciate that you make it so comfortable and fun. -N.T., Needham-N.T., NeedhamExperience 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.

GSOPGSOPGSOPLINX CAMPS traditions RECIPEINGREDIENTS 2 Golden Slices of Pizza Dozen trash barrels Handful of cleaning wipes Dash of creative chantsDIRECTIONSSignal that lunch is almost over so campers know to begin disposing of trash, packing up, and cleaning their area. Encourage campers to chant and sign to draw attention their unified effort. Serve GSOP to the two groups that have the cleanest area and showed the most enthusiasm.Every Week Every DayUnleash your creativity and energy in this unique camp that pairs a new sport and craft each day of the week! Strengthen 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!6th - 8th grade | Legends2nd - 3rd grade | Rookies 4th - 5th grade | Mastersuse your camera tolearn more abOutsports CAMPSsports

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!Celebrate your creativity and craftiness through 3-D projects inspired by a unique variety of materials and your ingenuity.”“I’m 100% certain you cannot find the kind of variety LINX Camps offers anywhere else. And the programming is phenomenal. I honestly couldn’t be happier with the experiences I’ve had as a parent — interacting with the staff at LINX Camps is seamless and so thorough. We will never not be a LINX Camps family at this point! - K.F., Wellesley- K.F., Wellesleyuse your camera tolearn more aboutsTEAM CAMPS

SQUASHERSQUASHERSQUASHERLINX CAMPS traditions RECIPEINGREDIENTS 6 pie tins 12 cans of shaving creamDIRECTIONSFill each pie tin with shaving cream. Combine the entire camp for closing ceremonies. Draw forth the 6 counselors who have a JABAMALA (see page 8). Smother each counselor’s face with the shaving cream pie!Every Week Friday14Dive 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 | MastersSTEAM

Swim is included 4-5 times each week for: 3-4 year old Jr. Explorers (lessons only) K-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)Camps without a swim period have 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.SWIMMINGuse your camera tolearn more aboutOUR SWIM PROGRAMCampers enjoy swimming in the 6,500 square foot Aquatics Center at Dana Hall, featuring a 25-yard, six-lane, heated 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 - 5 years) and Minors (K - 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 includes a cold entrée or rotating hot entrée (such as pasta, chicken sandwich, pizza), a salad, a piece of whole fruit, and a beverage choice. Campers 2nd grade and older have access to create a bigger salad and/or sandwich at our salad bar. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. 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!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. This service has a fixed price and no sign-up deadline.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. This service has a fixed price and no sign-up deadline.use your camera tolearn more aboutOUR SERVICESSWIM &SERVICES

SessionsLINX Camps offers one-week sessions to give families the flexibility they want to create a special summer. Our Broadway Theater and 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: 8:00am - 8:30amStandard Camp Day: 9:00am - 4:00pmExtended Day: 4:00pm - 6:00pmExt 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 detailsregistrationLINX Camps is open to all children ages 3 - 15. A $100 deposit per week of camp is due upon registration. Families are welcome, based on availability, to make switches to camps and weeks without penalty.what’s offeredJun 24Jul 1Jul 8Jul 15Jul 22Jul 29Aug 5Aug 12Jun 17LunchCampBus

18This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.detailshealth and safetyNut SafetyNo peanuts or tree nuts are used in any of our snack or lunch items. Campers may not come to camp with any foods that may contain peanuts or tree nuts. Campers are not permitted to share food at any time. Health CenterWe maintain fully-equipped health centers and employ full-time camp nurses, who are available from 8:00am - 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 understand the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of a camper and to ensure 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 afternoon snack each day.

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