Camp Activities

We're proud of the wide variety of activities that Marston offers.  Whether it's sports, arts, drama, nature or outdoor skills, each camper can find new interests.  In each, we're committed to providing quality, fast-paced instruction & fun. 

Evening Activities

Archery                  Marksmanship               Canoeing

Field games           Mooters                         Free swim  Arts & Crafts          Dance                            Media Climbing tower     

Archery - This time-honored camp activity brings smiles to camper's faces. Our progressively tiered program (Yeoman, Bowman, Archer) allows each camper to be challenged and rewarded.  Skilled instruction and quick improvement help all campers have fun at the Archery Range. (Photo Gallery)

Marksmanship - Fort Marston is the site of our newest program area.  We just finished rebuilding the air rifle range into one of the nation's finest.  Campers learn responsibility and safety while handling our BB air rifles.  Strict supervision and clear range rules help campers learn firearm respect and safety.

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Canoeing -  Lake Jessop provides a great place for campers to paddle, splash and learn.  With certified lifeguards supervising, campers learn the secret of the "J', Draw or Sweep strokes while maneuvering their canoe with friends (Photo Gallery)     back to top

Field games -  Soccer, rugby, lacrosse, whiffle ball, cricket, even Australian-rules football all featured in our international sports clinic.  Campers get a taste of all these different sports (and a few they already know too) (Photo Gallery) back to top

Mooters - What do you get when you cross a mountain bike with a skate board? Answer: MOOTERS!  Our Mountain Scooter program is extremely popular.  Campers don protective equipment and scoot around camp, learning proper technique, then move on to more advanced downhill runs.  (Photo Gallery)    back to top

Free & Instructional Swim -  What would camp be without swimming?  We ensure each camper has the opportunity swim and cool off every day. Swim instruction and water safety are a high priority. Our certified lifeguards are on duty at all times.  

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Arts & Crafts - This traditional Camp activity lets campers express their creativity.  Whether it be paper mache, gimp-lace projects, or a collage of leaves; campers are encouraged to make their own creative treasure. back to top

Dance -  This clinic includes stepping to the latest beat or learning cultural dance from around the world (taught by International Staff). Campers create their own routine and perform at week's end before the whole camp. back to top

Media - Campers learn to work together as they create a short feature film.  These often hilarious productions are a great way to learn how to act in, and direct, a "very low budget production". back to top Climbing Tower - The Marston Tower, equivalent in height to a 5-story building, is a way for campers to challenge themselves in a safe environment.  Campers set a personal goal, then try to achieve it with the support of others on the ground.  Helmets, belay lines and trained staff follow industry-standard practices to ensure safety on this memorable camp activity.       (Photo Gallery)  back to top

GA GA -  Ga Ga is our new Doge ball type activity played in a pit. You can only hit the ball with an open hand . No throwing or catching allowed. Play the ball off the wall to yourself or carom it to hit your opponent. It is a safer twist on an old classic. Kids love to play it. In fact they go GA GA.

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