Guide to North Shore Summer Camps

No matter what your kid is into, there's a camp for him or her. Here's your handy dandy guide to day camps on Chicago's North Shore. In addition to the camps listed below, the park districts in Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe and Highland Park offer a variety of fun and affordable summer camp options.

Traditional Camps

Banner Day Camp

1225 Riverwoods Rd., Lake Forest
www.bannerdaycamp.com
Ages 3 - 6th grade
It’s all about growing as an individual, embracing new opportunities and having fun. And it’s more than just fun. Banner campers develop positive self-esteem as they achieve new accomplishments, socially and athletically. 847-295-4900

North Shore Country Day School Summer Camp

310 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
www.nscdscamps.org
Ages 4 - 10
The Day Camp's diverse programs allow for all campers to try new activities in a setting where individual growth is fostered by a caring staff. The goal is to actively involve all campers while offering encouragement and support as they tackle new endeavors. NSCD offers several other summer programs as well. Visit www.nscdscamps.org for more info. 847-441-3350

Apachi Day Camp

Northbrook
4 yrs - 7th grade
Located on 10 beautiful secluded acres in Northbrook, JCC “Z” Frank Apachi day camp has been bringing magical summers to Northshore children for over 25 years. With virtually every sport imaginable, an array of cultural arts activities and door-to door bus service, your child will expand their interests, have fun, grow and make new friends while developing greater independence. www.gojcc.org/daycamp

Sports Camps

GoodSports!

Lincolnwood School, 2600 Colfax, Evanston
847-869-3575
Kindergarten- 8th grade
At GoodSports! your child is exposed to a well rounded variety of sports and activities aimed at developing a whole range of skills and abilities. It's great fun that builds your child's sportsmanship, athletic skills, and confidence under the enthusiastic guidance of experienced and dedicated professionals. www.goodsportsyouthcamp.org

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