I am a parent of a former camper that attended Spring Lake Day Camp. I was referred to the camp when my child was in 5th grade. My family was going through a sensitive transition where I wanted to minimize its effect on my son. He had a few friends from where we lived so my perception, based on recommendations, was sound. I visited the camp and saw the levels of safety, cleanliness and professionalism of its staff. Needless to say my son had a great experience. The camps diversified specialties make it a camp where most kids will find their niche. From arts and crafts, discovery, and athletics there is something for all. The counselors in particular were sensitive to my sons needs and were very attentive to him over the years. I later found that the specialists were high level coaches in their field. Others were educators in elementary, middle or high school. All established professionals.\r
It was amazing to me how a camp of this size was run so effectively and efficiently given its population of campers and staff? Well, in my opinion it starts at the top. \r
The Kessler’s and their directors are very visible and involved in the day to day operations of the camp. The camps theme and purpose is evident in all its processes. It would be unrealistic for me to say that there are adversities in any process or business. But through staff collaboration and feedback from parents the camp is better and better each year. Its owners model the way and are as active as any of its employees. They genuinely care about the campers, employees, and parents and make every effort to make a wonderful environment for all. They invest in the camp unlike other camps that are a “business”. Spring Lake’s camp business reaches outside the scope of financial gains. I see it as preparing the campers and young counseling staff for the future in a responsible and cooperative way.\r
As my son became of high school age he was asked to join its leadership training program. The directors were key in making sure that these candidates were prepared to continue modeling the way of the camps theme. My son made it through the program and is now a counselor going into his 3rd season employed at the camp. Spring Lake Day Camp’s staff are clearly and unconditionally interested in helping my son become the best he can be. I’d like to thank the owners, directors and staff in helping and caring about my sons well being. \r
Thank You\r
Pros: Everything, especially the attentive staff.
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