Below are some commonly asked questions by parents. If you need additional information, please don’t hesitate to call us at 617-738-2750. Is Beaver Summer Programs accredited by the American Camp Association? Beaver has been accredited by the American Camp Association since 1996. We are dedicated to providing a safe camping environment and to uphold the high standards of the ACA. How thorough is your staff hiring process? In order to be offered a position at Beaver Summer Programs, a candidate must go through an extensive application and screening process that includes a written application, a personal interview, three references, and checks with both the Criminal Offender Registry and the Sex Offender Registry. We also benefit from the fact that nearly two thirds of our staff returns to work at Beaver year after year. Who leads the activities at Beaver? Our activities are led by adult specialists who have an expertise and desire to motivate the campers in a unique and enjoyable way. Our professional staff includes teachers, artists, sports coaches, photographers, actors, circus performers, and many, many more talented individuals. Do you have an Extended Day program? Yes. We offer extended day both in the morning and in the afternoon. Campers can be dropped off as early as 7:30am and stay as late as 6:00pm. Is it possible to use the swimming pools and playground outside of camp hours? Yes, as long as you become a member of our Family Swim Club. See that section of our website for more information or to register online. Do you provide lunch and snacks? Yes. Both a morning snack and lunch are provided by the camp each and every day. At lunch, hot and cold entrees are served, as well as a variety of sandwiches, salad, fruit, dessert and drinks. Please make sure to communicate with us well in advance if your camper has any food allergies. Is there a full time nurse on staff? We have two full time, experienced RNs on staff at all times. Our nurses handle everyday occurrences and dispense medications. They are also the ones who will communicate with you in the event of illness or injury to your child. Is there communication between the camp and parents? At Beaver we value clear lines of communication between camp and home. Head Counselors make introductory phone calls home prior to your camper’s first arrival. Each group also produces a creative and informative newsletter that goes home at the end of each session. Of course, parents are always welcome to call or visit the camp at any time. Do you have any special events? Yes. We offer a variety of special events throughout the summer that include a Carnival, Swim for Heart, Drumlin Farm naturalists, and many camper performances. Some of these events also become an opportunity to visit and observe your child at camp.