Summer Camps
Discover a Greater Summer Together
Our Summer Camps Program invites children/youth ages 5-18 to experience an unforgettable summer filled with:
- New Interactive Enrichment Activities: New innovative and exciting activities that challenge their creativity, develop new skills, and ignite their passion for learning.
- New Friendships & Lasting Memories: We provide a welcoming environment where your child can build lasting friendships with peers, guided by caring mentors.
- Fun Fitness and Games: From sports to fitness games, your child will have plenty of opportunities to move, play, and stay healthy all summer long.
- Fun Fitness and Games: Every week brings a new experience, including fun field trips, hands-on projects, and activities that will fill your child’s days with excitement!
We offer flexible and affordable camp options to suit every interest and schedule:
- Discover Summer Day Camps: BGCNWSD Summer provides a structured yet fun environment where participants can engage in activities that promote learning, creativity, physical activity, and social interaction. Discover all of the FUN day camp themes.
- Summer Specialty Camps: BGCNWSD Specialty Camps focus on specific interests, skills, or activities, offering campers an immersive and targeted experience. We cater to children/teens with a passion for a particular subject or hobby, allowing them to deepen their skills while having fun and connecting with like-minded peers.
Join us for a summer packed with thrilling games, hands-on learning, and unforgettable adventures! Let’s make this summer the best one yet – together. Don’t wait to sign up STARTS up March 1st and Discover a Better Summer Together!
2025 Summer Program Guide coming soon!
Registration opens March 1
Contact Info
Candace Gerlach
Program Director
(858) 720-2180
cgerlach@bgcGreaterTogether.org
camp@bgcGreaterTogether.org
Program Info
2025 SUMMER CAMP SEASON
June 2, 2025 – August 8, 2025*
All Camps Closed June 19 and July 4
PM: 12:30-3:00pm
*must be accepted into the program prior to registering
Early drop off and late pick up available: 7:30am-9am and/or 3pm-5:30pm
Transportation also available. Please see our summer program guide for more information.
LEADERS IN TRAINING (LIT)
Ages 13-15
Calling all future leaders! The LIT Program offers an incredible opportunity for teens to step into a leadership role while still enjoying the fun of summer camp. Teens take part in mentorship experiences, sharing passions, hands-on learning, and community service. All LIT hours (9 AM – 3:30 PM) can count as community service hours to help fulfill graduation requirements.
Application Coming Soon!
Candidates will be contacted to set up an interview with a Summer Camps Site Supervisor. All candidates must be interviewed and accepted into the LIT program prior to registering.
*LIT candidates may request a camp location/specialty camp to participate at. Requests must be approved by Camp Director prior to participation. Transportation is not provided and hours of operation may vary by location.
HOW TO REGISTER
Note, Aquatics Summer Swim Lessons has a separate registration system from Summer Adventure Camps. Please visit the link above for more info and to register.
Registration for Summer Adventure Camps is easy!
Registration is 100% online for Summer Adventure Camps. Our Parent Dashboard allows you to easily enroll your camper, make any necessary changes to your campers profile, add camps, complete all forms online, and view or print statements when needed. Whether you are registering your camper for the first time, returning to our camps program, or would like more information, our Parent Dashboard will provide you with your camp registration needs. *Camp fees must be paid at time of registration in order to secure your spot in a particular camp.
AFTER YOU ENROLL
After enrollment for any Adventure Camp you will receive our “Parent Information Packet” with everything you need to know. The camp package includes all camp activities at the camp site and one camp t-shirt if you attend a field trip. All additional activities can be added a la carte. Please review pages 4-7 in the Summer Program Guide for more information.
* Please note that your camper must be registered prior to the start of camp. If you need assistance please contact the Camp Office (858) 720-2180 or stop by one of our branches and we can assist you further.
If you are having any issues registering, please call (858) 720-2180 or email camp@bgcGreaterTogether.org.
Parent Resources
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Credit/Refund Policy
Upon registration, participants assume responsibility for their attendance. Camp days are non-transferable and cannot be credited towards other Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego programs. All requests must be approved by the Camp Director. We are happy to consider requests based on the following merits found via the link below.
Discounts
MILITARY DISCOUNT
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego offers a 10% military discount on camp fees. Please contact the camp office for more information. You will be requested to show military documentation to receive discount and complete registration. Military discount cannot be combined with any other discounts offered.
NEW CAMPERS
If you are new to Adventure Camps, click on New Camper Enrollment Form and begin the registration process.
RETURNING CAMPERS
Returning Parent/Campers, click on the Parent Dashboard and have your log-in and password info ready. Your log-in is your email address, if you have forgotten your password you can reset it or call the Camp Office and we can reset it for you.
Camps offered at 6 Locations

Del Mar Clubhouse

Griset Clubhouse

Harper Teen Center

Oceanside Clubhouse

La Colonia Clubhouse

Polster Clubhouse
Financial Assistance
Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest San Diego never turns a child away. We are committed to providing safe, inclusive, high-quality, and affordable programming for all families. Financial assistance is available to those who may be unable to afford the programs offered at a fee. Assistance is program-specific and on a limited basis. All financial aid paperwork is kept confidential and must be filled out completely and turned in at least 5-7 business days prior to the program start date to allow for processing.