Explorers Program 2022
Week 1: Griffin Go Green
Dates: June 20 – 24, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
Spend the week planting, recycling, reusing, and learning about our precious Earth! Campers will spend time bonding with nature and learning about simple Earth processes. Children will explore Great Falls on Wednesday, an Old Town Alexandria park on Thursday, and a hike and cool off at the end of the week at Broyhill Crest pool. Kickoff the summer and create special memories at Camp Griffin!
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Week 2: Full STEAM Ahead!
Dates: June 27 – July 1, 2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
The Explorers explore the subjects in the STEAM acronym. Campers will dive into Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in fun and imaginative ways. Topping off the week, they will travel to the Hidden Pond Nature Center on Wednesday, the Maryland Science Center on Thursday, and end the week at Broyhill Crest pool.
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Please Note: Scientific experiments are safe and age-appropriate
Week 3: Adventure Camp
Date: July 5- July 8, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $355.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
Join Camp Griffin for a week of living on the edge Preschool style. Campers will hike, play, and explore their adventurous side! At the end of the week, they will enjoy Broyhill Crest pool. There’s never a dull moment with the Explorers!!
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
In Observance of the Fourth of July, Camp Griffin will be closed July 4, 2022.
Week 4: Ahoy Matey!
Date: July 11- July 15, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
Arrgh!! Welcome aboard! Join the Captain and his crew as they sail to destinations unknown. Learn about what’s hidden in the deep blue sea in addition to sunken treasure while learning a pirate tale or two… Campers will cool off at the end of the week at Broyhill Crest pool.
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Week 5: H2-GO!
Date: July 18- July 22, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day
Ready for a wet and wild week! Water parks, balloons, and outdoor fun at Camp Griffin will keep the Explorers busy and super cool at the same time. Campers will get wet every day. Splash into water activities such as water relays, a balloon toss, a water-themed obstacle course, sprinklers, pools, and even water art and crafts. The Explorers will splash their way to Rock Creek Park, Volcano Island, and Broyhill Crest Pool! Make sure to wear a bathing suit each day and bring a towel and sunscreen for some cool fun in the sun!
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Week 6: Pint-Sized Gourmets
Dates: July 25 – 29, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
Camp Griffin brings cooking down to size! Your pint sized chefs will make miniature versions of classic foods! Armed with aprons and wooden spoons, the Explorers will visit a local grocery store and Farmer’s Market to shop and get a glimpse into food preparation. Math skills are integrated into this delicious and delightful week of fun. Campers will cool off at the end of the week at Broyhill Crest pool.
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Please Note: Food is nut free.
Week 7: Artful Antic
Dates: August 1 – 5, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
Get in touch with your inner Picasso, Pollack, and Matisse! Does your child love to create? Collect memorabilia? During this art inspired week, children will shape, roll, and paint their own art collection at Camp Griffin 2021. Campers will cool off at the end of the week at Broyhill Crest pool.
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Week 8: Blast Off!!
Dates: August 8 – 12, 2022
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Half Day
Tuition: $375.00 Full Day/ $275.00 Half Day
3-2-1…. BLAST OFF!! The Explorers are going to infinity and beyond this week. They will be discovering far away stars and planets and communicating with new aliens friends. It will be all space all week! They will take a trip to Udvar-Hazy to see real rocket ships and have story time and cool off at the end of the week at Broyhill Crest pool.
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
Week 9: I like to move it, move it!
Dates: August 15 – 18, 2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Full Day
Tuition: $375.00
Does your Explorer thirst for adventure? The Explorers will be on a different field trip EVERY day! Children will set off to experience and explore the metro area’s best parks, sites, exhibits and more. Pack a lunch, grab your camera, and join us for a week of travel, young Explorers! You will be on the move as you splash in the pool, visit Burke Lake, go to Gravelly Point to watch the planes, cruise on a Potomac Riverboat, and MORE!
A Camp Griffin T- shirt is required for this camp.
The Last Day of Camp Griffin is Thursday, August 18, 2022. Camp Griffin will close on Friday, August 19, 2022.
Early Care (7:15-8:45 am, M-F): $80.00 per week
Extended Care (3:00-6:00 pm, M-F): $175.00 per week
Early/Extended Care Bundle: $225.00 per week