title: Camp selection and the role of health care providers.
abstract: The selection of a summer camp that best matches a child's interests, abilities, and developmental level is essential. This article provides information to assist families in their consideration of camp type, location, length of stay, gender composition, and structure. It also outlines the way that health care providers can assist families in selecting the most appropriate camp for their child.
authors.affiliation: Department of Psychology, Phillips Exeter Academy, 20 Main Street, Exeter, NH 03833, USA. cthurber@exeter.edu
authors.forename: Christopher A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Thurber
mesh_terms: D002165:Camping; D002648:Child; D002755:Choice Behavior; D005260:Female; D006282:Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D007899:Leisure Activities; D007902:Length of Stay; D008297:Male; D012067:Religion; D029181:Spirituality