Lake County, situated in the north-central portion of Florida, has more than 300,000 residents and 15 cities. With its warm summer temperatures and more than 1,000 lakes and rivers, Lake County offers excellent conditions for summer camps. The region also has its share of cultural institutions, such as theaters, symphonies and museums.
Montverde Academy Summer Day Camp caters to boys and girls ages 5-12. The camp takes place on the campus of Montverde Academy, an elite boarding school on the shores of Lake Florence. Campers engage in such activities as swimming, fishing, baseball, dodge ball and kickball, as well as arts and crafts. A daily lunch and snack are included in the camp’s fees.
Montverde Academy
17235 7th St.
Montverde, FL 34756
407-469-2561
montverde.org/SummerPrograms/SummerCamp.aspx
The Warren Acting Company in Eustis plays host to a theater summer camp held in two sessions. Participants mount a stage show, typically a musical, at the conclusion of each camp. In the mornings, campers spend their time rehearsing the show. After lunch, the participants focus on different theater classes, such as acting, dancing, singing and auditioning workshops. Many of the classes are led by some of the region’s top theatrical talent. The camp runs Mondays through Fridays.
Warren Acting Company
Trinity Church
890 Abrams Rd.
Eustis, FL 32726
352-552-8254
warrenactingcompany.org
Camp Boggy Creek caters exclusively to children with serious medical conditions, including cancer, diabetes and heart problems. The camp’s goal is to give these children the opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled experience, free of daily worries. Campers can engage in a host of activities, including fishing, swimming, boating, singing, dancing, and arts and crafts. The camp operates during the spring, summer and fall months. Participants may choose from week-long kids-only camps or family weekend retreat camps. Operating out of Eustis, the camp sits upon 232 acres of land.
Camp Boggy Creek
30500 Brantley Branch Rd.
Eustis, FL 32736
352-483-4200
boggycreek.org