Explorers: Entering Kindergarten & Grade 1
Welcome, Explorers!
Our Explorers program ignites young campers’ curiosity and imagination as they head for the outdoors and into the studios for adventure, creative play, inspirational art, and games. Counselor-led explorations build joyful confidence, self-esteem and a connection to the natural world.
Explorers may choose between a half-day and full-day camp experience.
See below for Summer at Tower's weekly themes and options for Explorers. When you're ready to register, click here to access our registration portal hosted by CampBrain.
Daily Schedule
8:00–8:30 Morning Drop Off
8:30–9:00 Meet and Greet
9:00–9:15 Meeting Circle
9:15–12:15 Theme-based activities, snack, outdoor games, swimming lessons
12:15–1:00 Lunch
1:00 Half-day option: afternoon pick up
1:00–2:45 Theme-based activities
2:45–4:00 Outdoor games, snack, swimming
4:00 Full-day option: afternoon pick up
Week 1: June 22–26
Kitchen Chemistry
Learning happens everywhere! Everything you will need to do these zany experiments can be found in the kitchen cupboard. Cooking is a science as well! Get ready to explore with some kitchen chemistry.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 2: June 29–July 2
Shipwrecked—Oh No!
We've been shipwrecked! What will it take to survive as castaways (in Tower's backyard)? Find out as we build our own boats, sing songs, decode a pirate's map, search for buried treasure, and more!
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $317 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $420 |
Week 3: July 6–10
Enchanted Forest
Spend a tree-mendous time exploring the wee folk of the forest. Gather bark, twigs, clay, and other elements of nature to design a one-of-a-kind fairy garden, hobbit habitat, or gnome home.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 4: July 13–17
Art Masters
Discover the style and techniques of some of history’s greatest masters—O’Keeffe, Discover the style and techniques of some of history's greatest masters—O'Keeffe, Picasso, and Calder. Create your own art in their style, with paints, paper, and more. Artists at all experience levels will expand their skills and appreciation for art in the process.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 5: July 20–24
Monster Mash
Are you ready for a monstrously good time? Explore your scary side as we create friendly Wild Things sculptures, make puppets, and have a wild rumpus with monster projects and games.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 6: July 27–31
Wonders of Engineering
Join us for fun, imaginative, and fascinating ideas as we explore and test engineering feats through children's storybooks.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 7: Aug 3–7
Farm to Table
Let's explore how food is grown and produced in a garden and how it gets to our plates through a series of hands-on activities.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 8: Aug 10–14
Treasure Hunters
Using simple puzzles and working together, we will use our problem-solving skills and sense of adventure. Come help solve the mystery.
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Week 9: Aug 17–21
Tower's Got Talent
Do you know a magic trick? Do you have a favorite song you like to sing? Maybe have some dance moves you want to show off. Bring them to camp for our Tower's Got Talent Show. You might even learn something new!
| Half/Full Day | Days | Hours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day | M–F | 8am–1pm | $396 |
| Full Day | M–F | 8am–4pm | $525 |
Camp activities per week are subject to change if needed to accommodate unanticipated availability of materials or resources, weather or other events.