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CHILDRENCHILDRENAges 3-15Ages 3-15WEEKSWEEKSJune 9th - August 29thJune 9th - August 29thand connect to summerUnplug
It was a wonderful first It was a wonderful first experience for my daughter. experience for my daughter. Thanks to everyone!Thanks to everyone!A.G., Hyde ParkA.G., Hyde Park“
NEOC - pronounced ne-äk - connects children, ages 3-15, to nature with activities that spark their excitement, curiosity, and individuality! We offer an intimate camp setting with attentive counselors and staff that embrace and recognize each child’s uniqueness. Campers thrive in NEOC’s culture of challenge by choice, allowing for a summer of adventure, camaraderie, and personal growth.Our campus is located on the Elm Bank Reservation in Wellesley, an expansive property that includes river-access, trails, forested areas, gardens, and the opportunity for campfires. As we welcome campers from preschool age through middle school age, all activities are offered with an age-appropriate version. Camp activities include archery, canoeing, gardening, hiking, shelter building, arts & crafts, s’more making, games, music, sports, wellness, and basic woodworking. Our camp culture of inclusion and appreciation allows for friendships to blossom and for campers to mentor one another.Whether a camper comes to NEOC for a week or the whole summer, it is a magical place with experiences that are new and different each week, and with much-loved traditions.We hope your child can discover NEOC for themselves this summer!Get a glimpse of NEOCPAGE 2CAMPNEOC.COMSet in Nature. Rooted in Wonder. Bursting with FUN!WELCOME
Incredibly caring and Incredibly caring and respectful approach to respectful approach to meeting the needs of our meeting the needs of our super-sensitive camper.super-sensitive camper.M.G., WaylandM.G., Wayland“
3 YEARS - 1ST GRADEPAGE 4CAMPNEOC.COMDUCKLINGS 3 years - 1st grade Days at NEOC are designed to support the social, emotional, and physical growth of our youngest campers. Our safe and supportive framework encourages their comfort in exploring the natural world, an active lifestyle, and an ease in making friends. Familiar activities, like arts & crafts and storytime, help Ducklings practice and master skills New activities, such as suction cup archery and shelter exploration, encourage Ducklings to develop trust, make discoveries, and actively explore nature All campers enjoy an exciting theme day each Thursday Duckling groups adhere to a 1-to-5 staff-to-camper ratioOur thoughtful balance of consistency and variety makes a single camp week approachable and fun, while multiple weeks feel new and exciting each week!FUZZY DUCKLINGS3 - 4 yearsSpend one of their two afternoon periods doing a quiet activity in a cool, indoor location.LUCKY DUCKLINGS5 years - 1st gradeEnjoy one sign-up period each afternoon that is specific to only Lucky Duckling-aged campers.Read more about our3 years - 1st grade program The counselors were very friendly, responsible, and engaged with my camper. They really went out of their way to communicate with us about how he was feeling, and giving him the break' card to empower him to help himself." - B.J., Natick"'
What you do with your counselor What you do with your counselor training is unmatched. Our kids training is unmatched. Our kids have gone to a lot of camps have gone to a lot of camps and these are just the best and these are just the best counselors of any place we have counselors of any place we have gone to. They make them feel gone to. They make them feel welcome and supported and our welcome and supported and our kids have a great time!kids have a great time!E.G., WellesleyE.G., Wellesley“
PAGE 6CAMPNEOC.COM2ND-5TH GRADESSQUIRRELS & OTTERS 2nd - 5th gradesElementary school-aged campers experience days that are filled with exploration, projects, choice periods, and so much more. We blend an educational element into our activities and encourage experiential learning - using the woods, meadows, and river as our classroom. These lessons are hidden in delightful and entertaining activities led by the engaging counselors. When it’s fun, it never really feels like learning!Squirrels and Otters have core activities during their three morning activity periods throughout the week, such as: Archery Canoeing Garden exploration with specialists from the Massschusetts Horticultural Society Shelter building Trail walksThey select their two afternoon activities each day, from options that change throughout the week. A few examples of the sign-up activities are capture the flag, nature weaving, ponding, and the game of camouflage. Special friendships are created between campers of different ages during these afternoon sign-ups!" NEOC far exceeded our expectations! Our kids loved their camp experience and came home tired, dirty, and happy each day. Our only regret is that we did not sign up for additional weeks this summer!" -S.T., Wellesley"Read more about our2nd - 5th grades program
My daughter said that NEOC My daughter said that NEOC did a great job of encouraging did a great job of encouraging friendship and inclusion.friendship and inclusion.S.M., SherbornS.M., Sherborn“
PAGE 8CAMPNEOC.COMWOLVES 6th - 8th gradesNEOC supports the curiosity of middle school-age campers and the independence and social connection they crave. Our activities encourage them to take risks, practice skills, tackle new concepts, and explore trust.Wolves have core activities during their three morning activity periods like archery, canoeing, and trail-based fun. They opt into two afternoon activities each day, that change throughout the week. Just a few examples of the afternoon sign-ups are: Bookmaking Disc golf Dodgeball Nature weaving Each week at NEOC is an opportunity for Wolves to learn more about themselves and to gain more ideas about how to enjoy and preserve the natural world around them! Wolves are given opportunities to be leaders in our NEOC community and mentor fellow campers of all ages.PondingRounders (British baseball)Slip n’ SlideYoga My kids loved having choice time in the afternoon. It was a time when they could decide what they wanted to do, and be with their siblings if they wanted to be." -L.M., Needham"6th-8th GradesRead more about our6th - 8th grades program
Thank you for an incredible Thank you for an incredible summer! We love NEOC! My summer! We love NEOC! My camper wants to do two weeks camper wants to do two weeks of River Runners next summer - of River Runners next summer - she loved it so much!she loved it so much!H.M., BrooklineH.M., Brookline“
PAGE 10River RunnersRIVER RUNNERS 4th - 8th gradesCampers who love canoeing can maximize their time on the Charles as a NEOC River Runner! This week-long, canoe-focused experience includes developing or advancing canoeing skills, individual and team challenges, and lots of on-the-water games. Each week includes a day-long adventure on the river where campers can put into practice the skills they’ve worked on throughout the week.On each day, with the exception of the trip day, campers have on-land activities like arts & crafts, field sports, outdoor survival skills, trail walks, etc. They also join with the rest of camp for the afternoon sign-up periods.River Runners have the option to set personal goals that connect to our canoeing mastery progression: Essential Learning Water safety Basic canoe care Strokes and navigation Trip planningAs teamwork is critical to successful, efficient, and fun canoeing, campers strengthen their partnership skills by changing canoeing partners throughout the week. Our River Runners program encourages both friendships and mentoring. The bond campers develop by working together to safely complete challenges leads to a sense of responsibility, accomplishment, and pride. Path to Progression Intro to canoeing Intermediate canoeing skills River challenges Advanced canoeing skillsRead more about ourRiver Runners program River Runners was an amazing experience! My daughter can't wait to come back next year. Thank you. My daughter's favorite part of the day was playing tag on the canoe :) Also, Thursday's Charles River canoe trip was the highlight of the week." -A.L., Wellesley"CAMPNEOC.COM
Our son had a blast at NEOC! Our son had a blast at NEOC! He felt so supported by his He felt so supported by his counselors, was proud of counselors, was proud of himself for every patch he himself for every patch he received, and came home happy, received, and came home happy, filthy, and exhausted every day - filthy, and exhausted every day - I genuinely don’t know what else I genuinely don’t know what else we could have possibly hoped we could have possibly hoped for in a camp!for in a camp!V.E., NeedhamV.E., Needham“
PAGE 12CAMPNEOC.COMPATCH SYSTEM NEOC uses a patch system to reward, recognize, and encourage campers. Patches represent learning accomplishments, acquiring skills, nature and conservation knowledge, and personal growth.On their first day of camp for the summer, campers receive a patch base: Ducklings - canoe Squirrels and Otters - arrow Wolves - compassEach morning thereafter, campers have the exciting chance to see if they earned a new patch! On a camper’s last day at camp for the summer, they are proudly presented with their patch base and patches to take home to share with their family and friends and to hold as a keepsake of their summer at NEOC. They are a huge source of pride!In addition to the camp-wide patch program, River Runners work to earn a very special River Runners patch.See our Patch Guide When we dropped our daughter off each morning, she couldn't wait to get to camp - never complained on the 50 minute commute there! She loved learning new skills such as archery, making friends, feeling loved by her counselors, and earning patches!" -J.M., Boston"Patch System
SessionsNEOC offers one-week sessions to give families flexibility! RatesMore weeks always means more savings at NEOC! Our seasonal promotions mean that your savings will be the most impressive the earlier you register. Visit www.campneoc.com/pricingRegistrationAt 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.OPERATING HOURSEarly Drop-Off: 8:00am - 8:30amStandard Drop-Off: 8:40am - 8:55amCamp Day: 9:00am - 4:00pmStandard Pick-Up: 3:55pm - 4:10pmExtended Day: 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!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 NEOC. All food and drinks brought by staff and campers are required to be peanut and tree nut-free.Health CenterWe maintain a fully equipped health center and employ full-time nurses, who are available during all operating hours.Camper CareWe hire dedicated and experienced Camper Care Specialists to help children enjoy camp to the fullest. 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.WHAT'S OFFEREDRiver RunnersCampBusJun 23Jun 30Jul 7Jul 14Jul 21Jul 28Aug 4Aug 11Jun 16Jun 9Aug 18Aug 25NEOC DATES & DETAILSPAGE 13 CAMPNEOC.COM
Dates & DetailsTRANSPORTATIONBy BusOur neighborhood bus stops and real-time tracking makes the NEOC Bus the most convenient way for campers to get to and from camp. We are always open to adding additional towns and stops. Visit www.campneoc.com/services/bus to find or request a bus stop in your neighborhood.Our Bus Captains are trained to ensure the safety and consistency of each camper’s bus ride, as well as making the ride an extension of the camp day by incorporating games and songs along the way! Bus Captains ensure that each child safely arrives at their designated stop and that campers are only picked up by authorized individuals. By CarNEOC operates an active car line and utilizes NEOC-provided identification cards so parents and caregivers can experience minimized wait times and safe pick-ups & drop-offs, all without needing to leave the comfort of their vehicle.FOOD AND HYDRATIONWaterCampers 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 chances to refill their water bottles.SnacksWe provide campers with a peanut and tree nut-free, individually packaged, snack each morning and offer an allergen-safe substitute for those who need it. Campers in Extended Day receive an additional snack during their aftercare service.LunchAll NEOC campers bring a peanut and tree nut-free lunch to camp each day.S,Mores!A much-loved tradition of campers of all ages is Friday s’mores. We offer allergen-safe substitutes.PAGE 14This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.
CONNECT to nature this summer!Brought to you byBrought to you byPremier summer day camps.Premier summer day camps.Fun for kids, great for families!Fun for kids, great for families!Off-Season Camp Office:One Hollis Street, Suite 423Wellesley, MA 02482campneoc.com 781-235-8765campneoc.com 781-235-8765Camp located at 900 Washington Street, Wellesley MATo remove yourself from our mailing list, please leave us a messageat 781-235-8765 or email us at info@campneoc.com.WEEKLYWEEKLYJune 9th -June 9th -August 29thAugust 29thAGESAGES3-153-15BUSBUSServiceServiceAvailableAvailable