Summer Camp Programs
Imagine your child exploring nature every day and learning valuable life skills from our highly trained, certified staff. That's one of the many things that makes Butler Camp special. Our 22-acre campus is conveniently located minutes from I-270 in Darnestown, Maryland. Interested? Join us for a safe and fun summer! Learn more about our programs below.
Open Enrollment January 13, 2025“Our 7-year-old son Chase loves Butler camp. This is our second year attending and he already
can’t wait for next year. The staff is incredible and he came home every day with excitement to
tell us all about his adventures that day. He’s an outdoor kid and this camp is right up his alley.
Thanks for another wonderful summer Butler camp!” - 2023 Camp Family
Summer 2025 Session Dates
Camp Programs (2–week sessions):
- Session 1: June 23 - July 3 Closed July 4
- Session 2: July 7 - July 18
- Session 3: July 21 - August 1
- Session 4: August 4 - August 15
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Camp Programs (2–week sessions):
Nature Navigators (Ages 4.5–6)
(must be 4 by Jan.1, 2025)
6:1 child to staff ratio, $820 per 2–week session
**$760 for session **
Creeking, swimming, nature exploration program, music, group games, crafts, and many more fun, memory-making experiences.
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Wilderness Explorers (Ages 7–9)
(must be 7 by August 31, 2025)
6:1 child to staff ratio, $970 per 2-week session
**$900 for session 1**
Swimming, fishing, cookout, archery, canoeing, frisbee golf, zip line, ropes courses, crafts, games and other activities to boost fitness and confidence.
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Pathfinders (Ages 10–12) (must be 10 by August 31, 2025)
8:1 child to staff ratio,
$1070 per 2-week session
**$990 for session 1**
Mountain biking, high wall climbing, survivor skills, archery, tubing, one night camping on campus, ropes course, swimming, and more. Taught by certified instructors. (2 week sessions)
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Trailblazers
(Ages 12–14) (must be 12 by August 31, 2025)
8:1 child to staff ratio,
$1070 per 2-week session
**$990 for session 1**
Mountain biking, tubing, survivor skills training, high wall climbing, one-night camping on campus, ropes course, swimming, and more. Taught by certified instructors. (2 week sessions)
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Equestrian Camp (Ages 7–16):
$1420 per 2-week session
**$1320 for session 1**
Camp Programs (2–week sessions):
- Session 1: June 23 - July 3 Closed July 4
- Session 2: July 7 - July 18
- Session 3: July 21 - August 1
- Session 4: August 4 - August 15
Butler Equestrian Camp offers a progressive summer equestrian program based on each rider’s age and ability. Our goal is to develop well-rounded equestrians in a fun and safe environment.
The high-demand two-week Equestrian sessions will be divided between Beginner and Intermediate programs.
Beginner Riders: From no experience to comfortable trotting on their own.
Intermediate Riders: Can groom and tack their horse on their own, can halter and tie their own mount, and do no stirrup work. *A free evaluation is required for intermediate riders prior to camp starting.
Don’t know what level your camper is at or have questions? Email Emily at [email protected]!
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Hodgepodge (Ages 5–10):
Cubs, Ages 5–6, 8:1 child to staff ratio
Bears, Ages 7–10, 7:1 child to staff ratio
$420 per 1 week session
High-demand one-week camp that fills the gap between our regular summer camp programs and the start of school. Campers enjoy swimming, archery, hiking, ropes course, and more! (1 week session)
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Counselors in Training CIT (Ages 15–16):
(must be 15 by December 31, 2025)
$500 per 2–week session
**$450 for session 1**
Where teens can earn SSL hours, learn responsibility and wilderness skills, prepare for camp counselor leadership roles, and gain valuable work experience, all while enjoying nature exploration and having fun. (2 week sessions)
Learn More“My kids had another banner year at Butler! From the daily pool time to the flying squirrel to the
whitewater rafting, all ages have a new and exciting challenge by choice activity to try every
day! The staff is awesome and the kids came home happy and tired every day.” - 2023 Camp Family
Why Butler Camp is the Best Summer Camp in Montgomery County Maryland
At Butler Camp, we take pride in providing a fun engaging outdoor program while giving families a sense of community and connection. The popularity of our camp and large number of returning campers each summer can be attributed to the care given to each child by our experienced staff, and to a well-planned schedule of varied fun and skill-building activities.
Questions?
Email: [email protected]
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