Massachusetts, or MA as we like to call it, is a super special state that is as fun to explore as it is to say! It's tucked away in the northeastern corner of the U.S, like a hidden treasure chest full of cranberries, lobsters, and some of the best swimming spots you can imagine! Kids from all over MA are not just ordinary swimmers but true water wizards, transforming every stroke into a splash of magic. Meet our cool, imaginary character – Marvin the Marsh Merman. Marvin is a cheeky, fish-tailed prankster, with a belly full of laughs and a head full of crazy swimming tricks. His favorite hideout is the picturesque Cape Cod beaches, where he teaches the local kids how to dog-paddle like dolphins, backstroke like otters, and freestyle like flying fish! When Marvin's not busy turning kids into aquatic athletes, he loves telling hilarious tales about his adventures through the Boston Harbor, or the time he outswam a speedy sailfish in the Charles River. On a warm, sunny day, you might catch a glimpse of him sliding down the Berkshire hills, using a giant clam as a sled, because for Marvin, the entire state of MA is his whimsical water park! So, dear kiddos of Massachusetts, when you plunge into the pool or the ocean for your next swim, remember, with every splash and every laugh, you're adding a dash of 'Marvin Magic' to the beautiful state of MA.
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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!
At the South Shore YMCA, we strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. We make it a priority to ensure our facilities, programs and services are accessible to those with special physical or developmental needs. Our state-of-the-art Emilson Branch located in Hanover, MA is a health, wellness, and community center situated on 46 wooded acres where all can enjoy spacious fitness facilities, indoor and outdoor pools, sports facilities and fields, tennis, arts center and theaters, children’s camps, educational programs and more. We want everyone to feel welcome and included in the YMCA experience.
Are you looking for a place for your child to make lasting memories and build life-long friendships? Look no further than South Shore YMCA Camp Gordon Clark! Through a variety of activities, campers will explore their imaginations, build character, and develop lasting relationships with their peers. Campers, ages 4-15, will have access to a wide range of activities, from three outdoor pools to an archery range to a low ropes course to a traverse climbing wall. With these options, your child will never be bored. And don’t forget, daily swim is included in most Camp Gordon Clark programs! Make this summer a memorable one and sign your child up for South Shore YMCA Camp Gordon Clark. Set on 46 wooded acres, your child will have plenty of space to explore and make memories that will last a lifetime. Give them the opportunity to build friendships, character, and imagination as they engage in a variety of activities. It’s the perfect place for your child to truly belong!