Summer Camp

Give Your Child a Summer Filled with Discovery, Friendship, and Non-Stop Fun!

Our summer camp keeps kids active, engaged, and inspired through a balance of education, recreation, and enrichment in a safe and supportive environment.

Led by fully vetted professionals who are certified in CPR and First Aid, our staff makes your child's safety our top priority while creating an exciting summer experience filled with learning, friendship, and fun.


With unique weekly themes, hands-on projects, team challenges, and optional field trips to kid-friendly destinations, every day brings a new adventure.

What's Included

Every summer camp member enjoys:

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Daily breakfast, lunch, or snacks (varies by Club)

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Weekly themed activities

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Academic programming designed to prevent summer learning loss

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Local walking field trips to parks and community destinations

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Recreational activities and fitness opportunities

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Safe, supervised care throughout the day

Summer Camp Locations

Our 2026 Summer Program will be offered at nine Club locations across Northwest Indiana.

Camp Dates by Location

Club Dates
Cedar Lake June 3 – August 5
Duneland June 2 – August 5
East Chicago Katherine House June 10 – August 5
Hammond June 3 – August 5
John Will Anderson Gary Club June 9 – August 5
Portage June 8 – August 5
South Haven June 8 – August 5
Valparaiso June 2 – August 5

Holiday Closures

The Clubs will be closed:

  • June 19
  • July 3

Summer Camp Hours

All Clubs operate: 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday during summer camp.

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Summer Membership Required

To participate in summer camp, children must purchase a Summer Membership.

Summer Membership Fee - $25 per child

Once your child becomes a member, you may select and pay for the specific weeks they will attend.

Daily drop-in fees may be paid directly at the Club on the day of attendance.

Optional field trips are available for an additional fee.

Additional Information

  • One free t-shirt is included with each Summer Membership purchase.
  • T-shirts from previous years may be worn.
  • Field trips require an additional fee.
  • Purchase all 10 weeks of summer camp before June 1 and receive one week free. Contact your Club for details.

Weekly Camp Fees

Club Weekly Rate Daily Drop-In Rate
Cedar Lake $110 $35
Duneland $130 $35
East Chicago Katherine House $110 $35
Hammond $110 $35
John Will Anderson Gary Club $110 $35
Portage $110 $35
South Haven $110 $35
Valparaiso $130 $35

Resident Rate

Residents of East Chicago, Gary, and Hammond qualify for a reduced rate of:

$50 per child per week

Ready for an Unforgettable Summer?

Give your child a summer filled with learning, adventure, friendships, and opportunities to grow.