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AGESAGESAges 3-15Ages 3-15Letting kids be kids!Letting kids be kids!WEEKSWEEKSJune 10th - August 30thJune 10th - August 30th

“NEOC is truly magical. I “NEOC is truly magical. I cannot even begin to put cannot even begin to put into words how much my into words how much my daughter loves this place. daughter loves this place. Being outdoors, having Being outdoors, having cool, silly counselors, cool, silly counselors, and playing games - it’s and playing games - it’s absolute perfection.”absolute perfection.”

NEOC - pronounced ne-äk - connects campers, ages 3 - 15, to nature with activities that spark their excitement, curiosity, and individuality! We offer an intimate camp setting that places a heavy emphasis on relationship building and challenge by choice. Every child who has attended NEOC has been so uniquely different and they have all been really successful.Our campus is 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, all activities are offered with an age appropriate version. Camp activities include canoeing, archery, hiking, orienteering, outdoor survival skills, gardening, arts & crafts, music, cooking, games, sports, and wellness. 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 unique experiences, that are new and different each week.We hope your child can try NEOC for themselves this summer!WELCOMEGet a glimpse of NEOCPAGE 2CAMPNEOC.COMSet in Nature. Rooted in Wonder. Bursting with FUN!3 YEARS - 1ST GRADE2ND - 5TH GRADES6TH - 8TH GRADESRIVER RUNNERSPATCH SYSTEMDATES & DETAILS

“We couldn’t be happier with “We couldn’t be happier with out first ever experience out first ever experience for our 5 year old! We for our 5 year old! We are so impressed by the are so impressed by the organized, friendly, diverse, organized, friendly, diverse, and energetic NEOC team.”and energetic NEOC team.”

PAGE 4CAMPNEOC.COM3 YEARS - 1ST GRADEDUCKLINGS 3 years - 1st gradeDays 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 help Ducklings practice and master skills New activities encourage Ducklings to develop trust, make new discoveries, and build confidence For the three morning activity periods, Ducklings are completely outside and actively exploring nature Of the two afternoon periods, the first has quiet activities in a shaded or cooled location and the second is filled with fun games to burn off energy 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 each feel as new and exciting as the previous week! Thank you for creating such a welcoming and fun environment for my daughter to explore this summer! The counselors were the highlight of her experience at NEOC - we could tell she really valued spending time with them. She came home singing the songs and telling us about the new activities she got to try. She still carries her canoe patch around with her." - K.C., AuburndaleRead more about our3 year olds - 1st graders program"2ND - 5TH GRADES6TH - 8TH GRADESRIVER RUNNERSPATCH SYSTEMDATES & DETAILS

“I asked my son what he “I asked my son what he liked about NEOC and liked about NEOC and he said EVERYTHING!!”he said EVERYTHING!!”

SQUIRRELS & OTTERS 2nd - 5th gradeElementary school-aged campers experience days that are filled with exploration, projects, choice periods, and so much more. We do our best to blend an educational element into our activities and encourage experiential learning — using the woods, fields, and river as our classroom. These lessons are hidden in engaging and entertaining activities lead by the infectious 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 Mass Horticultural Society Shelter building Trail walksThey select their two afternoon activities each day, from options that change throughout the week. Special friendships are created between campers of different ages during these afternoon sign-ups!PAGE 6"CAMPNEOC.COM2ND - 5TH GRADES The activities, the campers, and the size of NEOC really suited my son - he came home super happy every day. Another thing he liked was when his group went canoeing and he didn't want to. He was allowed to join another group and plant a f lower (he's taking good care of it and named it George the Dinosaur). It was nice that his counselors gave him that agency - he felt really respected!" - S.T., Wellesley"Read more about our2nd - 5th graders program6TH - 8TH GRADESRIVER RUNNERSPATCH SYSTEMDATES & DETAILS

“These kids are only young “These kids are only young once, and you help them once, and you help them rejoice in what it means rejoice in what it means to be carefree and full of to be carefree and full of wonder!”wonder!”

PAGE 8CAMPNEOC.COMWOLVES 6th - 8th gradeNEOC supports the curiosity middle school-age campers have 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 Orienteering Wolves are given opportunities to be leaders in our NEOC community and mentor fellow campers of all ages.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!6TH - 8TH GRADESOutdoor cookingPallet gardening PondingRounders (British baseball)YogaRead more about our6th - 8th graders program My son's time at NEOC was legendary! Every day I picked him up he was smiling, dirty, and full of stories about all of the fun activities and amazing counselors. He told me over and over again it was the best camp he'd ever been to. His compass patch is proudly displayed in his room. He wants to return next year because he thinks of NEOC as his little summer family." - J.R-C., Northborough"RIVER RUNNERSPATCH SYSTEMDATES & DETAILS

“My son embraced all the “My son embraced all the adventure and excitement! adventure and excitement! The experience made him The experience made him so happy and gave him a lot so happy and gave him a lot more confidence in making more confidence in making new friends.”new friends.”

PAGE 10CAMPNEOC.COMRIVER RUNNERSRIVER RUNNERS 4th - 8th gradeCampers 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.River Runners 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 canoe Intermediate canoeing skills River challenges Advanced canoe skillsRead more about ourRiver Runners program The big canoeing day on Thursday of River Runners camp was a huge highlight. Each day of the week was thoughtfully preparing my daughter, mentally and physically, for that big day. She had deep sense of achievement!" - K.L., Wellesley"PATCH SYSTEMDATES & DETAILS

“My daughter *loved* “My daughter *loved* trying to get new patches trying to get new patches and shared which ones she and shared which ones she had gotten each day. ”had gotten each day. ”

PAGE 12CAMPNEOC.COMPATCH SYSTEM 3 years - 8th gradeNEOC 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 move their patch base from the “out” to “in” board when they arrive at camp. This housekeeping task is more importantly an exciting chance for campers 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 Our son loves NEOC. He enjoys every activity and was particularly proud of the patches he earned this year. It was a nice touch to give returning campers a special patch. He is so excited to return to NEOC next year and earn more patches." - C.P., WellesleyPATCH SYSTEM"DATES & DETAILS

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/pricingRegistrationNEOC 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 camp weeks without penalty up until the Monday prior to the camp week starting.OPERATING HOURSEarly Drop-Off: 8:00am - 9:00amStandard Camp Day: 9:00am - 4:00pmExtended Day 4:00pm - 6:00pmCOMMUNICATIONCustomer ServiceOur exceptional Customer Service Specialists are available by phone, text, email, and chat to answer all questions families have about our programs, services, registration, rates, policies, camper check-ins, pick-up procedures, etc.HEALTH AND SAFETYAllergy SafetyAll food provided by NEOC is peanut and tree nut-free. To ensure a safe environment for all, campers may not bring any foods that may contain peanuts or tree nuts, and are not permitted to share food at any time.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 24Jul 1Jul 8Jul 15Jul 22Jul 29Aug 5Aug 12Jun 17Jun 10Aug 19Aug 26NEOC DATES & DETAILSPAGE 13 CAMPNEOC.COM

TRANSPORTATIONBy 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 vehicleDATES & DETAILSFOOD 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 day and offer an allergen-safe substitute for those who need it.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.

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