Nurturing and challenging kids on Cape Cod since 1981
A joyful, nationally accredited summer for ages 6-16, American Red Cross swim, US Sailing, arts, nature, sports and special trips.
Programs for every camper from rising 1st grade through 10th grade.
Sailing, archery, art, theater, sports and a swim lesson every day. Call or email the office to schedule a campus tour.
Where to start
Families, future staff and anyone with a question can start here.
Come to Camp
Explore our programs for ages 6-16 and find the right camp for your camper.
See Programs →Join Our Team
Work at BDC for the best summer of your life. Build real-world skills and lasting friendships.
Work at Camp →Get In Touch
Questions about camp? Reach our team, or ask Rose, our camp A.I., anything about our programs.
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A day camp with real camp traditions
Every Monday our leadership team greets new campers at the Welcome Table, just inside the gate. Fridays start with an all-camp assembly, and camp families can join Family Swim on weekday evenings. Campers try new things, make friends and keep coming back.
Our mission is to nurture and challenge children and their families on Cape Cod, welcoming everyone into our 46th season of camp.
Find the right camp for your camper
Ages 6-16, all genders. Campers are grouped by the hill that fits their rising grade.
Mariners Hill
A gentle, nurturing first camp of learning stations, imaginative play, swim and nature.
Details →Sailors Hill
The full central schedule of arts, sports, nature, swim and sailing.
Day Camp →Admirals Hill
More independence, bigger challenges and BDC After Dark evenings.
Day Camp →Camper Leaders
An extended camp experience building leadership, mentoring and service skills.
Learn more →Our camp activities
Day Camp campers rotate through these activities on the central schedule every day.
Community of Play
The Activity Tent, GAGA Pit and Basketball Court, the perfect place to explore play and teamwork.
Learning Exploring Adventure
Teamwork and communication on and off campus, with explorations across the Lower and Outer Cape.
Song, Theater & Rhythm
Music and theater in BDC’s costume-filled yurt and open-air stages.
Process & Production
Personal expression through 2-D and 3-D art in our cool, spacious Art Tent.
Everything Cape Cod
Our nature program: exploring trails, ponds and landscapes as young environmentalists.
National Standards
Safety, technique and concentration while enjoying the thrill of archery.
Mixed Up Games & Sports
Traditional games and sportsmanship on sandy ball fields, plus games campers invent.
Outdoor Challenge
A ten-element Low Ropes Challenge Course for teamwork, problem-solving and leadership.
Red Cross Swim
A daily American Red Cross swim lesson and free swim with certified lifeguards.
Boating & Sailing
Canoes, kayaks, Day Sailors, Sunfish and 420s on Little and Big Cliff Ponds.
See our programs in action
Take a couple of minutes to see what a summer at Brewster Day Camp looks like.
- Daily American Red Cross swim lessons
- Sailing and boating on Cliff Ponds
- Arts, nature, sports and special trips
What our families say
There is so much spirit and energy flowing through BDC! And best of all, BDC is inclusive of everyone…when you come to BDC, you are family.
We love so much about BDC: the wonderful staff, the variety and quality of activities, and the overall atmosphere! We feel lucky to have it.
Welcoming and belonging as core values were apparent from the first moments we stepped onto campus. An amazing place!
Ready for the best summer yet?
Enroll today or reach out with any questions. We would love to welcome your family to camp.
We would love to hear from you
Call, email, or stop by the office. Our year-round team is happy to help you plan your camper’s summer.
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