Is FDC right for my camper?

CDM sets the standard for developmentally appropriate practice, and we want your child to have a best-fit experience. Here are some signs that FDC is a fit for your child:

• Your child is curious and interested in others
• If typically developing, your child has patience and empathy for others, and possible experience with differently abled peers
• Your child is adaptable to new environments, able to express themselves verbally or in another modality, and able to respond to verbal instruction and redirection
  
• Your child wants to spend their Summer making new friends, collaborating with peers, and making unforgettable memories in the Museum!
  

Rising 1st-2nd graders

June 1-5 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Rising 3rd-5th graders

June 8-12 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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Rising 6th-8th graders

July 13-17 | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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The theme for 2026's FDCs are "Camp Friendship." We'll spend 5 days immersed in traditional camp crafts, teamwork games, and engaging classroom activities, with daily Museum exploration. With all that fun and friendship, the week will fly by and we'll wrap up our magnificent memories with an end-of-camp celebration on Friday at 12:30 p.m. We hope all caregivers will plan to join us to view photos from our week and celebrate our friendships!

Price

$300/week for non-members
$250/week for members. Not a member? Join today and save!

At FDC, your camper will experience:

• 4 hours of facilitated engagement in the Museum and in classrooms
• Social skill-building in a nurturing environment thanks to high adult-to-kid ratio
• Group nut-free lunch (sent from home) with their fellow campers and a daily snack.
  
• Fun, fun, and more fun through games, activities, crafts, and more each day!
  

What do we bring to cdm camp?

• A backpack with a change of clothes (label everything that is sent to camp)
• A nut-free lunch and refillable water bottle (we are unable to heat up or refrigerate camper lunches).
• A daily snack will be provided. If your child has food allergies, we encourage you to pack an extra snack.
  

We want all children to have an accessible camp experience in a safe environment where their needs are met. If you have any questions about the suitability and/or accessibility of FDC, please contact us at camps@cdmfun.org.

What if our plans change?

We understand that things come up. Here is our camp cancellation policy:

• 21 or more days before the first day of camp: 100% refund of camp registration fee
• 8-20 days before the first day of camp: 50% refund of camp registration fee
• 7 days or fewer before the first day of camp: No refund of camp registration free

‍Please note: registration closes one week before the first day of camp to provide ample time for our staff to confirm allergies, medical histories, and accommodations, setting the stage for a fantastic camp experience!

Questions? Please contact us at camps@cdmfun.org.

‍The camp staff offices operate Monday-Friday.