Camp SoundWaters
Sailing and marine adventure on the shore of Long Island Sound.
Camp SoundWaters core principles of hands-on discovery, adventure, skill building and working as a team create the ultimate summer experience for your child.
Camp SoundWaters all-star staff includes certified sailing instructors, lifeguards, and American Red Cross CPR/First Aid certified counselors.
One week sessions all have unique themes, activities, and experiments.
- Monday-Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
- Extended hours and scholarships available
Camp SoundWaters is located on the shores of Holly Pond and Long Island Sound in beautiful Cove Island Park.
Campers entering 1st grade in fall 2020
First encounter with the amazing world of Long Island Sound: science adventures, animal explorations, swimming, boating, unique arts and crafts, water games, boogie boards, hunting for ocean treasures, new theme every week… endless fun every day.
1:6 counselor/camper ratio
9 AM – 4 PM Monday – Friday. Price: $450/week
8:30-9 AM & 4-5 PM extended hours. Price: $80/week
| Session | Date | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 22 – June 26, 2020 | Experiment Escapades. Defeat the SoundWaters mad scientist with the almighty power of science! Each day will be a new challenge from designing a catapult to building your own geodes. |
| Session 2 | June 29 – July 3, 2020 (No Camp on July 3- $375.00) | Red White and Blue. Explore, discover, and examine the water with daily outdoor and laboratory adventures. We are playing tons of new water games, sponge tag, and more! |
| Session 3 | July 6 – July 10, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Gone Crazy. Pull out your crazy hats, swim suits, the wackiest, tackiest outfits! Each day will be a new theme from dressing as your favorite holiday to creating a crazy hat! |
| Session 4 | July 13 – July 17, 2020 | Raiders of the Lost Sound. Dive into a brand new week at Camp SoundWaters filled with sunken treasure buoys, messages in a bottle and Wampum Island! It is your mission to save Camp SoundWaters through secret messages and hidden challenges. |
| Session 5 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. It is that time of the summer! We know you have been waiting all year for your chance to compete in the annual Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. Decorate your boat and cheer for your team! Parents are invited to attend the race. |
| Session 6 | July 27 – July 31, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Got Talent! Launch into your creative side by showcasing your fabulous talents. At the end of the week we will hold our annual talent show. |
| Session 7 | August 3 – August 7, 2020 | Awesome Olympians. Show us what you got! Compete in a variety of Olympic Day games including: water relays, the famous tug-o-war, and sandy beach long jump. |
| Session 8 | August 10 – August 14, 2020 | Pirate Island. Treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, and exploration! Dress up as a pirate and navigate on Adventure Island to find your buried treasure! |
| Session 9 | August 17 – August 21, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Carnival. Dunk tank, photo booth, and all your favorite carnival games can be found this week at Camp SoundWaters! On Saturday join SoundWaters at HarborFest to solve the carnival mystery challenge. |
Sea Stars Typical Day
9:00 Welcome Campers!
Sign in at our Coastal Center in Cove Island Park
9:15 Morning Activity and Meeting
Build up your morning energy with some sharks and minnows, ship to shore or many other games in the backyard!
9:30 Animal Encounter
Up close with animals of the Long Island Sound! Feed, hold, and discover a new creature each day!
10:30 Swimming/Sailing
Head to the beach for fun in the water and sun or sail in a dragon with the Camp and Waterfront Directors!
12:00 Lunch Time! (Bring a bagged lunch and reusable water bottle)
12:30 Art Activity
Get creative! Design creative costumes and projects that relate to each weeks new theme!
1:30 Science Experiment
Channel you inner scientist with water experiments, microscopes in the lab,sinking and floating experiments, build a “boat.”
2:00 Water Explorations
Check out some cool habitats, collect some animals, and learn all about the mysteries of the Long Island Sound!
3:30 Wrap up the day with a mystery object game, feed the aquarium, or daily show and tell!
4:00 Parent pick up at the Coastal Center.
Payment Information
$150 non-refundable deposit per camper per session will be required to complete registration. We accept major credit cards and e-check. The balance of tuition will be automatically charged to the payment method of your choice on May 1, 2020.
If camp tuition was paid in full, refunds are possible until May 1, 2020 less the non-refundable deposit of $150 per session per camper.
If you register after May 1, full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Sorry, no refunds after May 1, 2020.
Campers entering 2nd grade in fall 2020
Dive into exciting fun of Long Island Sound! Here you will fish, erupt volcanoes, ride the tide on a boogie board relay, and for the first time – sail away on Holly Pond in our Dragon sailboats!
1:6 counselor/camper ratio
9 AM – 4 PM Monday – Friday. Price: $475/week
8:30-9 AM & 4-5 PM extended hours. Price: $80/week
| Session | Date | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 22 – June 26, 2020 | Experiment Escapades. Defeat the SoundWaters mad scientist with the almighty power of science! Each day will be a new challenge from designing a catapult to building your own geodes. |
| Session 2 | June 29 – July 2, 2020 (no camp July 3) | Red White and Blue. Explore, discover, and examine the water with daily outdoor and laboratory adventures. We are playing tons of new water games, sponge tag, and more! |
| Session 3 | July 6 – July 10, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Gone Crazy. Pull out your crazy hats, swim suits, the wackiest, tackiest outfits! Each day will be a new theme from dressing as your favorite holiday to creating a crazy hat! |
| Session 4 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 | Raiders of the Lost Sound. Dive into a brand new week at Camp SoundWaters filled with sunken treasure buoys, messages in bottle and Wampum Island! It is your mission to save Camp SoundWaters through secret messages and hidden challenges. |
| Session 5 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. It is that time of the summer! We know you have been waiting all year for your chance to compete in the annual Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. Decorate your boat and cheer for your team! Parents are invited to attend the race. |
| Session 6 | July 27 – July 31, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Got Talent! Launch into your creative side by showcasing your fabulous talents. At the end of the week we will hold our annual talent show. |
| Session 7 | August 3 – August 7, 2020 | Awesome Olympians. Show us what you got! Compete in a variety of Olympic Day games including: water relays, the famous tug-o-war, and sandy beach long jump. |
| Session 8 | August 10 – August 14, 2020 | Pirate Island. Treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, and exploration! Dress up as a pirate and navigate on Adventure Island to find your buried treasure! |
| Session 9 | August 17 – August 21, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Carnival. Dunk tank, photo booth, and all your favorite carnival games can be found this week at Camp SoundWaters! On Saturday, join SoundWaters at HarborFest to solve the carnival mystery challenge. |
Terrapin Typical Day
9:00 Welcome Campers!
Sign in at our Coastal Center in Cove Island Park.
9:15 Morning Activity and Meeting.
Build up your morning energy with a game of sharks and minnows, ship-to-shore, or captain says in the backyard!
9:30 Water Explorations/Experiments
Solve underwater mysteries, investigate habitats, and collect animals!
10:30 Animal Encounters
Get up close with animals of the Long Island Sound! Feed, hold, and discover a new creature each day!
11:15 Swimming
Head to the beach for fun in the sun, sand & water!
12:30 Lunch Time! (Bring a bagged lunch and reusable water bottle)
1:00 Sailing
Sail away on Holly Pond in dragon boats. Learn the fundamentals of sailing, discover how to navigate currents & tides & explore the secret salt marsh!
3:45 Wrap up the day derigging your boats and sharing your days adventures!
4:00 Parent pick up at the Coastal Center.
Payment Information
$150 non-refundable deposit per camper per session will be required to complete registration. We accept major credit cards and e-check. The balance of tuition will be automatically charged to the payment method of your choice on May 1, 2020.
If camp tuition was paid in full, refunds are possible until May 1, 2020 less the non-refundable deposit of $150 per session per camper.
If you register after May 1, full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Sorry, no refunds after May 1, 2020.
Campers entering grades 3 and 4 in fall 2020
Time to become a water wizard! Here you will learn to sail on an Optimist beginner sail boat; canoe, explore the secret salt marsh, solve animal mysteries, swim, and much more!
1:9 counselor/camper ratio
9 AM – 4 PM Monday – Friday. Price: $475/week
8:30-9 AM & 4-5 PM extended hours. Price: $80/week
| Session | Date | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 22 – June 26, 2020 | Experiment Escapades. Defeat the SoundWaters mad scientist with the almighty power of science! Each day will be a new challenge from designing a catapult to building your own geodes. |
| Session 2 | June 29 – July 2, 2020 (no camp July 3) | Red White and Blue. Explore, discover, and examine the water with daily outdoor and laboratory adventures. We are playing tons of new water games, sponge tag, and more! |
| Session 3 | July 6 – July 10, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Gone Crazy. Pull out your crazy hats, swim suits, the wackiest, tackiest outfits! Each day will be a new theme from dressing as your favorite holiday to creating a crazy hat! |
| Session 4 | July 13 – July 17, 2020 | Raiders of the Lost Sound. Dive into a brand new week at Camp SoundWaters filled with sunken treasure buoys, messages in a bottle and Wampum Island! It is your mission to save Camp SoundWaters through secret messages and hidden challenges. |
| Session 5 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. It is that time of the summer! We know you have been waiting all year for your chance to compete in the annual Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. Decorate your boat and cheer for your team! Parents are invited to attend the race |
| Session 6 | July 27 – July 31, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Got Talent! Launch into your creative side by showcasing your fabulous talents. At the end of the week we will hold our annual talent show. |
| Session 7 | August 3 – August 7, 2020 | Awesome Olympians. Show us what you got! Compete in a variety of Olympic Day games including: water relays, the famous tug-o-war, and sandy beach long jump. |
| Session 8 | August 10 – August 14, 2020 | Pirate Island. Treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, and exploration! Dress up as a pirate and navigate on Adventure Island to find your buried treasure! |
| Session 9 | August 17 – August 21, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Carnival. Dunk tank, photo booth, and all your favorite carnival games can be found this week at Camp SoundWaters! On Saturday, join SoundWaters at HarborFest to solve the carnival mystery challenge. |
Bluefish Typical Day
9:00 Welcome Campers
Sign in at our Coastal Center in Cove Island Park.
9:15 Morning Activity and Meeting.
Build up your morning energy with some sharks and minnows, ship-to-shore or many other games in the backyard!
9:30 Sailing Adventures
Sail away in Opti boats and navigate a course on the waters of Holly Pond. Learn the fundamentals of sailing and harness the wind in your sails!
12:00 Lunch Time! (Bring a bagged lunch and reusable water bottle)
1:30 Water Explorations/Experiments
Paddle your way to the secret salt marsh in a canoe! Solve underwater mysteries, investigate habitats, & collect fish, crabs and more from Long Island Sound!
2:30 Swimming
Head to the beach for fun in the water, sand and sun! Splash in the waves, build a sand castle or search for shells and animals!
4:00 Parent pick up at the Coastal Center.
Payment Information
$150 non-refundable deposit per camper per session will be required to complete registration. We accept major credit cards and e-check. The balance of tuition will be automatically charged to the payment method of your choice on May 1, 2020.
If camp tuition was paid in full, refunds are possible until May 1, 2020 less the non-refundable deposit of $150 per session per camper.
If you register after May 1, full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Sorry, no refunds after May 1, 2020.
Campers entering grades 5 and 6 in fall 2020
Each week learn new basic and advanced boat handling, sailing skills, rigging, and sail trimming along with points of sail. Build confidence to skipper and crew a Laser Pico with a partner. The Laser Pico is an easy handling boat that’s perfect for training all age and ability level sailors.
US Sailing Certified instructors
1:5 instructor/camper ratio
9:00 AM -4:00 PM Monday-Friday. Price: $595 per session
8:30 -9:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM extended Hours. Price: $80/session
| Session | Date | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 22 – June 26, 2020 | Experiment Escapades. Jump in your boat and cast off the dock into the world of science and sailing. Explore the coves of Holly Pond and see what you discover! |
| Session 2 | June 29 – July 2, 2020 (no camp July 3) ($495) | Red White and Blue. Catch a breeze in relay races and journey sails to the secret salt marsh! Celebrate your red white and blue independence while navigating Holly Pond. |
| Session 3 | July 6 – July 10, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Gone Crazy. Pull out your crazy hats, swim suits, the wackiest, tackiest outfits! Each day will be a new theme from dressing as your favorite holiday to creating a crazy hat! |
| Session 4 | July 13 – July 17, 2020 | Raiders of the Lost Sound. Upwind, downwind, and tack your way around sailing challenges. Sound explorers will have a week filled with hidden challenges and secret messages. |
| Session 5 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Boat Race. Relay races and sailing courses that focus on tacking and jibing around buoys without catching them on your rudder. Decorate your boat and cheer for your team! Parents are invited to attend the race. |
| Session 6 | July 27 – July 31, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Got Talent. Show off your sailing talent with this fun week of silly sailing, backwards sailing, knot tying and exciting games! |
| Session 7 | August 3 – August 7, 2020 | Awesome Olympians. Be a true Olympian and sail your torch across Holly Pond. Campers will learn about the rules of the road and let the race begin! |
| Session 8 | August 10 – August 14, 2020 | Pirate Island. Decode your message and use your skills to sail around and find your buried treasure! You never know what surprises are in store! |
| Session 9 | August 17 – August 21, 2020 | Camp SoundWaters Carnival. Sail your way to the Camp SoundWaters Carnival! Lots of mysteries to be solved and games to be conquered! On Saturday, join SoundWaters at Harborfest to solve the carnival mystery challenge. |
Stingrays Typical Day
The activities vary depending on weather and session. Below you will find an example daily schedule: (If there is inclement weather, sailors will be moved indoors for another activity, i.e. science lesson, interacting with live animals, practicing knots)
9:00am: Welcome Sailors!!! Sign-in is in front of the SoundWaters Coastal Center in Cove Island Park. Game Time – All sailors gather up and have a fun kick off to your morning!
9:15am: Before you head out on the water!! Record weather and temperature observations, knots, chart a course, parts of the boat!
9:30am: Ready boats for day (ex. Rig sails, learn lines, check boats)
10:15am: Launch boats
10:30am: Smooth Sailing – practice tacking and jibing, buoy course, point of sail, wind direction, races
12:00pm: Bring boats back to shore, lunch
12:45pm: Swim call
1:30pm: Afternoon Sailing – sail to Holly Pond salt marsh, look for horseshoe crabs, sailing drills
3:00pm: Arrive back on land. Ready boats for bed (clean up sails, wash boat, de-rig for night). Snack
3:45pm: Closing Circle– discuss and share what you learned throughout day, what you would like to learn tomorrow!
4:00pm: Camp day ends – parents pick up campers and sign out with staff in front of the SoundWaters Coastal Center in Cove Island Park.
Payment Information
$150 non-refundable deposit per camper per session will be required to complete registration. We accept major credit cards and e-check. The balance of tuition will be automatically charged to the payment method of your choice on May 1, 2020.
If camp tuition was paid in full, refunds are possible until May 1, 2020 less the non-refundable deposit of $150 per session per camper.
If you register after May 1, full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Sorry, no refunds after May 1, 2020.
Campers entering grades 7 – 9 in fall 2020
Advanced sailors (previous sailing experience preferred) improve and challenge their skills out on Long Island Sound! Take the helm of a two-sail 12′ RS Feva! Sailors are coached daily in seamanship, on-the-water safety and fun organized sailing games! Learning to sail is an excellent way for campers to become self-reliant, learn a life-long sport and make lasting friendships and memories.
US Sailing Certified Instructors. 1:4 staff/camper ratio
9:00 am-4:00 pm Monday-Friday. Price per session: $595.00
Extended Hours: 8:30 am-9:00 am and 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Price: $80.00
| Session | Date |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 22 – June 26, 2020 |
| Session 2 | June 29 – July 2, 2020 (no camp July 3) ($495) |
| Session 3 | July 6 – July 10, 2020 |
| Session 4 | July 13 – July 17, 2020 |
| Session 5 | July 20 – July 24, 2020 |
| Session 6 | July 27 – July 31, 2020 |
| Session 7 | August 3 – August 7, 2020 |
| Session 8 | August 10 – August 14, 2020 |
| Session 9 | August 17 – August 21, 2020 |
Sharks Typical Day
The activities vary depending on weather and session. Below you will find an example daily schedule: (If there is inclement weather, sailors will dock and return to the SoundWaters building. They will continue with their day indoors and have other activities, i.e. science lesson, interacting with live animals, practicing knots)
- 9:00am: Welcome Sailors!!!
Game time – All sailors gather up and have a fun kick off to your morning! - 9:15am: Before you head out, record weather and temperature observations, knots, chart a course, parts of the boat!
- 9:30am: Head to the dock! Ready boats for day (ex. Rig sails, learn lines, check boats)
- 10:15am: Launch boats – Head out to Long Island Sound
- 10:30am: Sailing – practice tacking and jibing, buoy course, point of sail, wind direction, races
- 12:00pm: Tie up! It’s Lunch Time
- 12:45pm: Swim call
- 1:30pm: Afternoon Sailing – Destination sail! Scavenger hunt on a secret island!
- 3:15pm: Arrive back to the dock. Ready boats for bed (clean up sails, wash boat, and de-rig for night). Snack
- 3:45pm: Closing Circle– discuss and share what you learned throughout day, what you would like to learn tomorrow!
- 4:00pm: Camp day ends – parents pick up campers and sign out with staff at the gate to the Cove marina. Please have your ID ready when you pick up your camper.
Payment Information
$150 non-refundable deposit per camper per session will be required to complete registration. We accept major credit cards and e-check. The balance of tuition will be automatically charged to the payment method of your choice on May 1, 2020.
If camp tuition was paid in full, refunds are possible until May 1, 2020 less the non-refundable deposit of $150 per session per camper.
If you register after May 1, full tuition is due at the time of registration.
Sorry, no refunds after May 1, 2020.
Students ages 14 and 15
The CIT experience is designed to offer qualified young people leadership opportunities that prepare them for positions as camp counselors, sailing instructors and outdoor program leaders. The CIT program includes: On the job training in all aspects of a counselor’s job at camp, child development and behavior management training, counseling techniques and best practices, communication and leadership, environmental stewardship, and community service. The SoundWaters CIT program emphasizes developing leadership skills and program teaching skills. Participation in the CIT program is by selection. Those interested in the program must complete an application process, which includes an application and an interview. Whether you have been a camper before or this is your first experience with us, we believe you have the potential to be a great asset to Camp SoundWaters.
Being a CIT is an important leadership role and requires a two week commitment. There is a four week maximum.
8:10 AM – 4:30 PM Monday – Friday. Price: $200/week
To Apply:
Send completed CIT Application Form to Christina Genz, Camp Director, cgenz@soundwaters.org
Returning CITs: No application form needed, please email Christina Genz, Camp Director, directly.
Application Deadline: May 30, 2019
| Session | Date |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | June 24-June 28, 2019 |
| Session 2 | July 1-July 5, 2019 *NO CAMP JULY 4* |
| Session 3 | July 8 – July 12, 2019 |
| Session 4 | July 15- July 19, 2019 |
| Session 5 | July 22– July 26, 2019 |
| Session 6 | July 29– Aug 2, 2019 |
| Session 7 | August 5 – August 9, 2019 |
| Session 8 | August 12 – August 16, 2019 |
| Session 9 | August 19- August 23, 2019 |
What They’re Saying
“I just wanted to send a big “Thank You” to you and all the lovely people at SoundWaters. Once again Layla had a great time at camp. Thank you for giving Layla the opportunity to be able to be a part of such a great program. SoundWaters Camp is the best!”
– Jazzmine Tzul Lopez
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The boogie board relay is a favorite activity for the campers.
