As I write this in March, the first hints of spring are revealing themselves — the Bradford pear tree in my front yard sprouted its tiny white blooms over the weekend, my neighbors’ daffodils have shown their first blossoms, and the sun’s warm rays are easing us out of what became the harshest winter we Memphians have experienced in years. After a year-long (and counting) pandemic with lots of growing pains for us all, I’m welcoming the change of seasons with open arms.
With our sights set on summer, we’ve put together our annual Summer Camp Guide to help you plan. Whether your child is interested in outdoor activities, arts, or anything in between, there are plenty of options, locally and regionally, to choose from. All are taking necessary COVID-19 precautions and following health department guidelines this year to keep your kids safe. Take a look at just a few of the places offering camp experiences in our camp roundup in the April edition of Memphis Parent.
Also, mark your calendars now for Memphis Parent’s annual Camp Expo, which will be held on Saturday, April 17th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the FedEx Event Center at Shelby Farms Park. At the masked and socially distanced event, parents will have an opportunity to meet with camp staff and directors, ask questions, and take home informative materials on what’s on offer from area camps.
Visit memphisparentcampexpo.com for a list of participating camps and to reserve an advanced visitor time slot. An online comprehensive camp guide, which lists programs and costs for a variety of venues, can also be found on our website at memphisparent.com. We know you’ll find something fun, safe, and exciting for your kids this summer!
By the time you read this, we’ll be well into spring. We hope you’ll enjoy every flower, every neighborhood stroll, and every moment of fun in the sun with family.
Take care!