March is here, which means spring is approaching, and it is time to think about summer. Have you ever wondered what kind of summer camp opportunities are available to you locally? We have curated a list of some nearby summer camp opportunities for you to check out. Please keep in mind that this list is for your reference and not an endorsement of any camps.
Camp Mirage Canton
Camp Mirage Canton is located on Beck Rd near Saltz Rd and offers over 40 themed summer day camps. Camp Mirage offers unforgettable experiences for every child whether you are looking for a whole summer or one week-long experience. They camp offers overnight camp feel in a day camp setting and includes crafts, sports, art, hiking, field trips, and more.
Camp Mirage day camps are designed for kids from 2nd through 8th grade.
Canton Leisure Services
Canton Leisure Services has something for literally everyone this summer. Check out the entire summer catalog and visit their website to find out what you can register for. Hurry, as their camps are very popular and fill up quickly. Registration opens March 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM.
Code Ninjas
Does your kiddo love Minecraft, Roblox, video games or computer programming? Do they want to learn some new skills to play and create their own games? Perhaps you should check out Code Ninjas.
Code Ninjas is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. We have one right here in Canton. At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code while building their own video games. They gain problem-solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe and inspiring environment.
Cranbrook Institute Summer Camps
Camp at Cranbrook offers various options designed to suit any need or interest. Kids will receive a chance to work in an actual artist’s studio, study fossils that are more than a hundred million years old, swim in a natatorium designed by an internationally renowned architect or create an art museum and select the art that goes in it.
Whatever your camper’s age or aspiration, the Cranbrook Camp experience is never mundane. Open a world of creativity, exploration and discovery for your child.
Great Start to Quality
The mission of this organization is to focus on high-quality early learning experiences that build the foundation for skills children need to thrive in school and life.
Find childcare, preschool care, before/after school care, and summer camps from licensed care providers in Michigan. You can search by city or zip code, and filter for faith-based, special needs, hours of operation, ages served, openings and more. Check to see if you qualify for financial assistance. You can also read state licensing reports for care providers and find more information including websites, phone numbers and schedules.
High Velocity Sports Complex Summer Camps
High Velocity Sports is located in Victory Park in front of the Canton Softball Center and next to the Arctic Edge. The 110,000 square-foot facility offers several sports, including indoor soccer, flag football, dodge ball, basketball and volleyball. Click the link above to access information about their summer sports camps.
Huron Valley Humane Society Camp PAWS
Is your kiddo crazy about animals? Then check out the Huron Valley Humane Society Camp PAWS Jr. (Pets Are Worth Saving). This animal-themed camp consists of five fun-filled days to make your tail wag!
Their camp program involves humane education lessons on many topics depending on the session and age group. Some past topics have focused on pet photography, animal communication, bird identification and wildlife conservation. Participants will also visit with adoptable animals daily, provide enrichment and training with shelter animals and enjoy presentations from local rescue organizations.
Life Time Fitness
Life Time Fitness is a paid membership gym in Canton that offers three different programs for kids in the summer. They have camps for preschool, school-aged, and middle school-aged students that include two electives, fun weekly themes, sports and fitness games, STEAM activities and healthy snacks for all ages.
Living and Learning Center in Northville
For teens and young adults with disabilities, the Living and Learning Center summer camps focus on teaching essential life skills and social skills to campers by integrating lessons and educational components seamlessly into fun experiences. By weaving these skills into natural learning opportunities, campers can apply what they’ve learned in various contexts beyond the camp setting, which is essential for real-world success and retention of skills.
P-CCS Summer Camps
Check to see what Plymouth-Canton Community Schools are offering this summer by clicking the link above and heading to the "summer camp" tab in their menu. Students who live in the school district can get more information and register through the MiStar Parent Connection Portal provided to your family through P-CCS. Please contact the school district with any questions.
Real Life Farm
Real Life Farm is located on 60 acres right here in Canton. They offer programs for children ages 2 ½ up to age 14. Your child will enjoy camp crafts, art projects, riflery lessons, archery lessons, animal care, group games, hiking, fort building, cookouts, hayrides, C.H.A. horseback riding instruction and swimming. Thursdays are field trip days and camp t-shirts must be worn.
Camp directors and riding instructors concerned with the education and safety factors of horseback riding created the camp's Horsemanship Association program, therefore each child must complete a written, oral and ring test to receive their certificate and badge to be eligible for trail riding. Open riding is available every day to all-age campers.
Every week, a unique theme is incorporated into daily activities. Special events are listed on the Real Life Calendar, such as camp Olympics, treasure hunts, craft projects, plays and field trip destinations.
Roeper Summer Programs
Roeper Summer Programs has been providing multi-faceted programs focusing on fun and personal growth for over 77 years. These programs have a focus on theater and film as well as other specialty camps for kids in metro Detroit, Ann Arbor and beyond.
Schoolcraft College "Kids on Campus" Summer Camps
Each summer, Schoolcraft College welcomes children of all ages to Kids on Campus (KOC). The energy, excitement and enthusiasm that the kids bring can be felt throughout the entire campus. Schoolcraft offers a range of activities for kids and teens, from preschoolers to high school seniors.
YMCA Summer Camp in Plymouth
At the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit Day Camps, campers are encouraged to have fun and make lifelong friendships while participating in group activities, developing creativity, independence, and teamwork. Each week campers participate in traditional camp activities, including swimming, sports, creative arts, outdoor education, STEAM, camper choice, field trips and so much more. There is a YMCA in Plymouth you can check out for this summer.
Want more information about summer offerings? Feel free to call or drop by the library to ask a librarian for help finding more camp opportunities for your family.
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