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Camp River begins June 24, 2025 and runs through August 1. Sign up to receive registration notifications and more information! 

 

Camp River in Washington, DC

Camp River is for children ages 3 to 10 (rising Preschool through rising Grade 4).
Camp River provides children with a balanced schedule of creative, intellectual and physical activities which serve as an “educational bridge” for the summer months. In age-based groups, campers explore new topics and face exciting challenges, all focused on weekly themes. Children ages 3 to Grade 4 from River and the community are welcome to attend.

We offer engaging and creative themes and visiting camps! From cooking crab croissants to building a Jello-LEGO fort, we have seven weeks of fun adventures for your camper and their friends!

Campers include current students, former students and children from neighboring communities. Camp River sells out quickly so be sure to sign up early! Early bird and multi-session discounts available. Camp River in 2025 runs June 24 - August 1. Sign up to receive registration notifications and more information!

Please note:
  • COVID-19 vaccinations are required and must be up to date for all Camp River participants and staff.
  • All campers must be toilet trained.
  • Tuition must be paid in full, and required forms are due by June 1.

Camp River Staff Opportunities

Camp Counselors (Ages 15+)

Camp Counselors get to have fun with children and gain valuable experience and leadership skills. You will help manage a class of children, design activities and work as a team with other counselors to keep camp running smoothly. This is an hourly paid position. Experience with children and committing to all six weeks are preferred but not required. Counselor candidates will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter, and will have an interview. Email Camp Director Capitola Anderson to apply.

Counselor-in-Training (CIT, Ages 14+)
Three, Two-week Sessions

For teenagers who love children, enjoy camp activities, CITs work with a class and their counselors to bring the magic of camp to life. CITs gain work experience, can fulfill volunteer hours for school and make summer lifelong memories! CITs will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter, and will be interviewed as part of their training program. Email Camp Director Capitola Anderson if interested.

Camp Technician (Ages 11-13)
Three, Two-week Sessions

Join a dedicated group for a two-week session that combines summer fun with work experience. This is a great way for young teens to start exploring what it's like to work as a counselor.

They will be asked to submit a resume and cover letter, and will be interviewed as part of their training program. If interested, Email Camp Director Capitola Anderson. There is a $150 fee per session for Camp Technicians.

Fun 'Til Five Counselors

At Camp River the fun doesn't stop when camp does. We are looking for a few dedicated counselors who are interested in bringing their skills and energy to after hours programming. This can be done in conjunction with working during the day or separately. Email a resume, cover letter and three references to Camp Director Capitola Anderson to apply.
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