DIAMOND COVE SUMMER DAY CAMP 2024!
Diamond Cove Summer Day Camp is open to the children and grandchildren of Great Diamond Island homeowners and other families who are renting property on the island.
This year DCSDC is open to children from kindergarten through 5th grade and will offer 4 sessions from July 9th- Aug.1, 2024. Each session meets from 9:00am-12:00pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Katie Ford and Jeannie Coppinger, both accredited, recently retired teachers, will deliver an active outdoor program based on imaginative themes that encourage curiosity, the cultivation of friendships, good fun and an appreciation for our unique island home.
Week 1: July 9th, 10th, and 11th- Pirates; “Argh Matey’s” is back by popular demand! Become a pirate for the week, build a pirate ship, hunt for pirate booty and lots more pirate fun.
Week 2: July 16th, 17th, and 18th- The Lorax; “We speak for the Trees”. Join us for some fun with Dr. Suess’s The Lorax while we create our own Truffels Trees and spend some time exploring the beautiful flora and fauna of Great Diamond Island.
Week 3: July 23rd, 24th, and 25th- Critter Week; Let’s get to know our backyard critters. Create your own creature sculptures and experience a visit from Chewonki’s “Bug Mobile” complete with live critters!
Week 4: July 30th, 31st, and August 1st- The Colors of Nature; We’ll take a close look at the variety of colors that surround us. Special guest artists will help us create beautiful art using natural elements and our imaginations. The week will end with a special reception showcasing our work in the Diamond Cove Art Gallery.
Please contact Kate Putnam at for more information and to request a registration form. You can also reach Kate by phone at (207)831-6864 with any questions.
Rippleffect Camp on Cow Island
Rippleffect, a local youth development organization specializes in adventure & wilderness experiences. The camp provides day & overnight programs for kids ages 8-18 on neighboring Cow Island. Activities include sea kayaking, rock wall climbing, fun teambuilding activities and riding a zip-line. Campers learn self-leadership skills and build new friendships. Transportation from the Diamond Cove dock to Cow Island is provided. 400 Commercial Street – Suite 303 Portland, ME 207-791-7870 www.rippleffect.net
Sail Maine
Sail Maine offers sailing classes for all ages and ability levels, from 8 year old beginners to 18 year-old seasoned racers. 58 Fore Street Portland, ME 04101 207-772-7245
Chebeague Island Sailing School
Sailing school teaches basic boat handling safety, parts of a sailboat, rigging, how sails work, as well as ongoing work on knots, wind and weather awareness. Classes are available for both beginners and intermediate sailors starting from age 8. 12 Rose Point Chebeague Island, ME 04017 Contact Bob: 207-846-0924 or ">Email Bob www.chebeague.org/cicss
Horse Island Camp
Located on Peaks Island, right here in Casco Bay, Horse Island Camp is an active day camp for ages 3+. Children take Casco Bay Lines ferry from Portland and spend the day horseback riding and participating in other fun activities. Peaks Island 207-838-7652 www.horseislandcamp.com