Studio Art

Art CampsGrades 4-7

Studio Art

Whether your child is the next Sarah Sze or Alejandro Duran or just likes to get creative, our Studio Art program delivers 1 week of hands-on artistic adventure. Our Visual & Performing Arts Center provides the perfect studio backdrop to inspire your child as they develop a foundation in the visual arts and explore their own creativity. Theme-based activities are led by our talented staff and take place both indoors and out. And, as is only fitting, at the end of the week, kids put on their own art show. Sign up for 1 week or 2 and let’s get making!

Grades

Children entering grades 4 through 7 in September 2025

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

Program Highlights

Talented instructors, differentiated instruction to engage campers with range of experience, Art Gallery installation, special events, + so much more!

What’s in a day?

This is a sample Studio Art schedule.

Campers are dropped off at “The Hill”.

8:30–8:55am

Drop-off

9:00-10:00am

Drawing

Campers will engage in creating self portraits and still lifes while exploring techniques with pencil, ink, and charcoal.

We always take a break for snack during the morning.

10:00-10:15am

Snack

10:15-11:30am

Painting & Printmaking

Watercolor painting or carving relief prints.

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace followed by a transitional time to rest and play outside before resuming activity in the studio.

11:30am-12:30pm

Lunch & Outdoor Play

12:30-2:50pm

Sculpting

Campers explore 3D sculpting exploration with plaster, clay, and wire.

2:50-3:30pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or play group games outside. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”.

3:45-4:00pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.

 

 

 

 

BVR Soccer

Sports CampGrades 1-7

BVR SOCCER

Grab your cleats, because it’s go time! Join us for an incredible season of everything soccer. Morning sessions will get your child’s blood pumping as they practice basic skills including shooting, passing, dribbling, and more! And in the afternoon—shin guards on and in place—campers challenge each other in tactical play. To help further develop your child’s skills, our staff is made up of highly qualified coaches and high school and college-level players.  We’ll see you on the pitch!

Grades

Children entering grades 1 through 7 in September 2025

Hours

8:00am–3:15pm (note half hour earlier than other Beaver programs)

Program Highlights

Differentiated approach to building a full-range of soccer skills, free swim offered daily, special events, + theme days.

What’s in a day?

8:30–9:00am

Warm-up

Start the day with fun warm-ups, stretching, and group drills.

9:00–11:30am

Skills & Drills

In smaller, age-related groups, campers will have a chance to learn new skills and practice drills.

We always take a break for snack during the morning training session. See menu options

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace.

11:30-12:00pm

Lunch

Rest and recovery time. The team will take an indoor break, watch soccer related film, and connect as a community.

12:00-12:30pm

Team Huddle

12:30-1:40pm

Scrimmage

Campers will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned and engage fellow campers in match play.

1:40-2:30pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or continue to play on the turf. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”. Campers who ride the bus home or have enrolled siblings in other programs will be held until General Camp release time to ride the bus home or to be matched with siblings at their siblings’ pick-up location.

3:15-3:30pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all  BVR Soccer Campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper as early as 7:30am and we will connect them with their fellow soccer campers.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities. All BVR Soccer Campers enrolled in Extended Day will be held over together until the Extended Day program begins.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus. BVR Soccer campers are eligible to ride the bus to and from camp. Campers who ride the bus to camp are met upon bus arrival and escorted to the field. BVR Soccer campers who are enrolled to ride the bus home are held over at the end of the day to ride the bus home at 4:00pm.
 
 
 
 

Building the Band

Arts CampGrades 4-8

Building the Band

Are you ready to rock? This is your aspiring rock star’s chance to sing, write songs, choreograph moves, develop a stage presence, and jam out with fellow musicians. At the end of this 1-week session, your child will perform in a heartfelt concert for family and friends. There’s only one thing left to say: rock on!

Grades

Children entering grades 4 through 8 in September 2025

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

Program Highlights

Talented instructors, differentiated instruction to engage campers with range of experience, performances, special events, + so much more!

What’s in a day?

9:00-9:30am

Welcome & Warm-up Music Circle

Exchange music ideas, questions, solutions, and create new music possibilities.

9:30-10:30am

Music Breakthrough

Where the musician learns to solve music challenges through instruction and new techniques.

We always take a break for snack during the morning. See menu options

10:30-11:30am

Full Circle

Everyone comes together and works on specific music for the concert at the end of the 1-week session.

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace followed by a transitional time to rest and play outside before resuming activity in the Black Box theater.

11:30am-12:30pm

Lunch & Outdoor Play

12:30-2:30pm

Rehearsal & Reflection

Performance Techniques and Group Ensemble Instruction. Musicians play in an ensemble, learning the role of each instrument. The band ends each session in a reflection circle to discuss the day’s process, preview the next day, and connect as a team.

2:30-3:30pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or play group games outside. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”.

3:45-4:00pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.

 

 

 

 

Boston Children’s Circus

Art CampsGrades 3-7

Boston Children’s Circus

What’s happening under the Big Top? Sign up and see for yourself! For over a decade, our two-week circus program has turned kids of all ages into acrobatic, stilt and wire-walking, juggling, aerial, and clowning fanatics. Whether your child is a beginning or experienced performer, they will dive into all facets of the circus arts. Safety and campers’ well-being is always centered in our programs, so campers are closely supervised by our highly trained circus experts. They will have the opportunity to learn and work in small groups at a pace that will ensure safety and fun for all. At the end of each session, campers will perform their three-ringed feats for their friends and family. Your camper will also have time for a daily free swim.

Grades

Children entering grades 3 through 7 in September 2025

Hours

8:00am–3:15pm (note half hour earlier than other Beaver programs)

Program Highlights

Dynamic artistic and skill development focused sessions, performances, Carnival, special events, + so much more!

What’s in a day?

Your camper will experience it all under our Big Top. Campers will focus on creative skills, technique, and skill progression.

  • Acrobatics
  • Aerial Fabrics
  • Clowning & Face Painting
  • Globe Balancing
  • Juggling
  • Physical Theater
  • Stilt Walking
  • Wire Walking

8:30–9:00am

Warm-up

Begin the day with a dynamic warm-up to prepare for the day’s activities.

9:00am-12:00pm

Skills Sessions

Campers will spend the more participating in a skills circuit rotation. In small groups, campers will focus on various skills and further their developing technique.

We always take a break for snack during the morning. See menu options

 

12:00-12:45pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or play group games in the gym. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace followed by a transitional time to rest before resuming activity.

12:45-1:30pm

Lunch + Rest

1:30-2:50pm

Skills Focus + Rehearsal

To further their enthusiasm for their craft, campers can choose an area of interest upon which to focus. Circus disciplines include: tumbling, acrobatics, juggling & manipulation (scarves, balls, devil-sticks, spinning plates), equilibristics (rolling globe, tight wire, stilts, unicycle), aerials (static trapeze, triple trapeze, fabrics), acrobatic pyramids, and clowning! The group will rehearse for their end-of-session heart-warming performance.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”. Campers who ride the bus home or have enrolled siblings in other programs will be held until General Camp release time to ride the bus home or to be matched with siblings at their siblings’ pick-up location.

3:00-3:15pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all  Circus Campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper as early as 7:30am and we will connect them with their fellow Circus campers.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities. All Circus Campers enrolled in Extended Day will be held over together until the Extended Day program begins.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus. Circus campers are eligible to ride the bus to and from camp. Campers who ride the bus to camp are met upon bus arrival and escorted to the gym. Circus campers who are enrolled to ride the bus home are held over at the end of the day to ride the bus home at 4:00pm.
 
 
 
 
 

Beaver Off-Broadway

Arts CampGrades 4-7

Beaver Off-Broadway

The stage is set, the lights are dimmed, and it’s time for the curtain call. Your young trouper will spend 2 weeks with us, developing acting skills through improv exercises, character studies, and role-playing. They will also design costumes for the play, create magical sets, and expertly apply theatrical makeup. To immerse kids in the ins-and-outs of theater production, each session will focus on a different musical. Our talented staff with help your child learn to shine on stage and work as a group to produce a memorable show. And, speaking of shows, at the end of each session, campers will put on a final performance for families and friends. Beaver Off-Broadway: Where it’s best to bring the drama.

Grades

Children entering grades 4 through 7 in September 2025

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

Program Highlights

Talented instructors, differentiated instruction to engage campers with range of experience, performances, Carnival, special events, + so much more!

What’s in a day?

9:00-9:30am

Welcome & Warm-up

Begin the day with a dynamic warm-up to prepare for the day’s activities.

 

9:30-10:00am

Music Rehearsal

Learn songs and harmonies for musical pieces.

We always take a break for snack during the morning.

10:00-10:15am

Snack

10:15am-12:00pm

Drama, Creative Design, & Dance

Divide into groups to work on staging, choreography, and role-playing.

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace followed by a transitional time to rest and play outside before resuming activity in the Black Box theater.

12:00-1:00pm

Lunch & Outdoor Play

1:00-2:50pm

Rehearsal, Technical Set-up, & Reflection

Work on set design and construction, rehearse, and refine process.

2:50-3:30pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or play group games outside. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”.

3:45-4:00pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.

 

 

 

 

All Sports

All SportsGrades 2-5

All Sports

There’s nothing quite like meeting on the field, challenging your own athletic ability, and feeling like you’re part of the team. All Sports takes the best aspects of friendly competition and weaves it into an experience that gives your child confidence in their developing new skills and a deeper love of everything sports & fitness. During the course of this one-week program, our experienced staff will teach your child the skills needed to improve their game. And, to encourage 2nd through 5th-graders to play competitively, our state-of-the-art athletic facilities include two gymnasiums, artificial and natural turf athletic fields, baseball diamonds, an outdoor street hockey rink, a Gaga pit, and three outdoor heated swimming pools where campers participate in free swim daily. So grab your gear and let’s play!

Grades

Children entering grades 2 through 5 in September 2025

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

Program Highlights

Differentiated approach to building a full-range of athletic skills, daily Swim Clinic as well as free swim, + special events.

What’s in a day?

Each day, campers participate in a variety of sports (basketball, flag football, street hockey, softball, archery, and soccer, to just name a few), sharpen their skills, take part in creative drills, and learn how to be a valuable team player. The team will be fueled by the coaching and support they receive from our staff and the community spirit that ignites game-play at Beaver!

9:00-9:45am

Huddle: Team Building Activities

Campers gather together with their counselors to review the activity plan for the day and participate in important team-building exercises.

9:45-10:30am

Group Challenge

Campers kick off the day’s competitions and games with a group activity to warm-up and set the tone for an action-packed day of play!

10:30-11:30am

Morning Sports Rotation

Campers will participate in 1 or 2 sports activities in smaller groups on the Upper Field – drills & instruction followed by scrimmages and other competitions.

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace.

11:30am-12:00pm

Lunch

12:00-1:45pm

Mid-Day Full Group Play Rotations

After lunch, the whole team gets together and participates in a rotation of games and competitions. Full-group capture the flag, Gaga elimination rounds, flag football, street hockey, wiffle ball. Name it – we play it all!

2:00-2:40pm

Afternoon Basketball Session

3v3 Tournament, Skill + Drills – Campers will play in the gym each afternoon with their counselors and group.

2:50-3:30pm

Free Swim

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”.

3:45-4:00pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.

 

 

 

 

Our Planet: Environment Challenge

Design with Purpose Grades 5-8

Our Planet: Environmental Challenge

Kids know it, we have to take care of our planet. Kids also know we are facing many environmental issues that may put our health, our homes, and our communities at risk. So how do we grow their spirit of innovation and sense of responsibility to address issues in our world? Building, creating, and engaging one’s sense of wonder to address a real-world challenge to imagine a solution, product, or experience that positively impacts the community is a great start! 

Grades

Children entering grades 5 through 8 in September 2025

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

Program Highlights

Talented instructors, differentiated instruction to engage campers with range of experience, special events, + so much more!

What’s in a day?

By examining real-world environmental issues and developing innovative responses to them, campers will imagine, prototype, and design various solutions aimed at positively impacting the world around them. Let’s ignite the creativity in your developing environmental activist and spend the week together engaging in an environmental issue design challenge!

This is a sample Our Planet: Environment Challenge schedule.

Campers are dropped off at “The Hill”.

8:30–8:55am

Drop-off

9:00-9:45am

Welcome + Design Challenge Time

Campers will meet their team for the week and to get the collaboration started, they will participate in a team design challenge.

 

10:00-11:30am

Content Framing + Research

Instructors will guide campers through content + material to prepare them to apply what what they have learned as they begin their design challenge.

We always take a break for snack during the morning.

See menu options

Campers enjoy lunch provided by Beaver on our outdoor terrace followed by a transitional time to rest and play outside before resuming activity in the design studio.

11:30am-12:30pm

Lunch + Outdoor Play

12:30-2:50pm

Design Time

Campers will work on developing their plans employing the launch, test, and refine mindset. What do we mean by that? Trying stuff, tinkering with it, and trying again is the best way to see if it works.

2:50-3:30pm

Free Swim

Campers have the option to cool off in the pool or play group games outside. We give them choice to maximize their day.

Campers will be picked up at “The Hill”.

3:45-4:00pm

Pick-up

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.
 
 
 
 
 
 

Counselor-in-Training

Specialty CampGrades 8-10

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING

Looking to further your kid’s leadership experience and elevate their empathy for younger children? Then a meaningful opportunity is awaiting them in our Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program. Our CIT program is specifically designed for teens aged 13 to 15 who want to develop their leadership skills in working with children. CITs will learn essential practices in effective communication, activity engagement, and camper supervision by helping counselors work with younger campers. With guidance and oversight provided by our CIT Directors, CITs will have the hands-on opportunity to assist group counselors, help facilitate activities, and plan special events. Plus, a session day trip will bring the whole CIT cohort together to discuss camp experiences and build community.

Grades

Campers entering grades 8 through 10 in September 2025 (must be 13 by the start of camp)

Hours

9:00am–4:00pm

The Path to Camp Staff Member

Many former CITs have found their way to becoming impactful members of our Beaver Summer Camp Staff team. Whether you use your Beaver CIT experience to prepare for other academic or professional experiences, we know a summer with us will have an impact on you!

Extended Day

Want more camp? You’ve got it. Our weekly Extended Day programs are available to all campers for an additional fee.

7:30-8:30am – Drop off your camper up to an hour earlier than the regular drop-off at 8:30am.

4:00-6:00pm – Extend your camper’s day as late as possible to give them full access to more activities.

Transportation Options

Why not let someone else be the driver? We’ll safely shuttle your camper to and from Beaver by bus.