After reading the reviews written 10 years ago, I wanted to share our experiences, with a caveat:…read moreIt is my opinion that camps are not meant to provide exquisite culinary ary masterpieces or enchanting decor with complimentary room service. It's a camp. I've taught since 1996 - all ages and a variety of subjects, but mostly math and science. My degree is secondary science education, but I am Orton-Gillingham trained and worked my first six years as a teacher in an ADD/Dyslexia research Institute. If your child is picky eater, balks at being told to pick up after themselves or has problems with impulse control in a crowd because they need attention- they would be better of skipping camps and going places with you. A class structure is challenging enough for these students - adding daily life activities (meals showering, preparing to sleep) in a group setting with a chaperone who is in a new setting and stretched thin - tha's going to be a whole new level of tough for them. All that said - my Honors Marine Biology class had a blast. Any camp has to flex due to weather - and a camp with students in the open ocean really has to be both responsive to students and responsible to keep them alive in an environment which is not entirely predictable. Years ago my husband's sister drowned. As a teen in the it's I witnessed a child drowning in a pool surrounded by distracted adults - it is truly easy to lose a kid in a pool - let alone e open water. So, if you are expecting you students to have open swim time in the water with any responsible camp- you are being neither fair nor realistic. I was impressed with their water safety standards: thorough, clear & concise without being obnoxious for a group of mostly competitive swimmers. There were always vigilant lifeguards when kids were in the water, and vetted captains on the boats as well. We were not able to snorkel at the coral heads because of high winds. We did nearshore ecosystem boat trips and saw some cool critters - the kids enjoyed their time on the water. Food was ample and fair to very good covering regular, vegan and gluten/dairy free. No complaints or hungry kids. There was no laundry- but I would never expect that in the *Keys*. Water has to be piped in, and unlike the rest of the country's island chains, the Keys infrastructure is pretty subpar for anything more than single family dwellings. Pre-arrival communication with both the director and our on-site teacher was cleat and thorough. Classes were well organized, supplied and our teacher (Otto) was exceptionally good at engaging my class and upping the game when they knew the answers to much of the materials (remember- this is an honor high school Marine Biology that has covered their entire textbook and extensions thoroughly.) He did a super job of building on their foundation and connecting it to their hands on labs. Kids also enjoyed their free time activities- but would've like a larger space for fishing, and a backup fence to catch stray volleyballs so that they didn't float into canals. All in all, it far surpassed my hopes. This was my first time taking a class, and given their experiences I will have *no* trouble recruiting a new group of students next time. And I will be delighted to take them.

Staff were courteous, fun, kid-friendly, and watchful. The aquatic activities kept our 10 yr old…read moreand 13 yr old grandchildren engaged and entertained. They were excited about returning to camp every day. Big Thanks to Anna, the counselor for our grandkids!

Amazing place! Visiting middle school and high school students love it. Top notch science.read more

I really enjoyed this place! It's been on my to do list awhile. We bought our tickets at a spot on…read moreside of road just up a little from the seven mile bridge. Once you pay for time slot you get on trolley ( or you can walk, bike the bridge and just pay entrance fee when you get there). It's a 15 min ride onto the island from bridge. Our drivers name was Julie.. she told us about island and what to expect when we get there.. if you come by trolley you are confined to time slot to get the trolley back I think it's 2 hrs.. we had time to snorkel by dock and go gift shop and walk around the multiple buildings and get the history. They have restrooms where you can change clothes which we did. Also water fountains to fill your water bottle because it's hot in summer you need to hydrate! CT was our greeter to island she gave us choice to do guided tour or self guided.. we self guided because we wanted to snorkel.. they do not furnish snorkel equipment you must bring in bag to island so keep that in mind but you can just swim if you want. The water was very refreshing! Toward end of our stay here CT was nice enough to allow us to get cut fish pieces and feed the fish including a nurse shark.. we enjoyed this place wished we had taken an e-bike and stayed awhile because it's very peaceful and could have spent more time snorkeling.. we will next time! I highly recommend taking trip here.. big part of the keys history

What a great experience! We had the 1pm tour and it was perfect! Our driver Julie was awesome! The…read moretour guide at pigeon key was so nice and knew everything! We even fed the sharks which was soooo cool!

I am so glad I found out about this camp! Rosa is GREAT and all the people who help run the sailing…read morecamp, from the volunteers to the people working helping out are so wonderful - they truly care about kids and you can tell. I feel like I was finally able to give my children a real childhood experience that they will remember their entire lives. In this day and age, while our youth are being robbed of their childhood experiences, from schools to playgrounds, you name it, this camp was a godsend! Thank you for offering this to our kids. We will be lifetime supporters!

From the owner: This is a one of a kind summer camp experience in Key Largo for kids and teens ages 7-17. Campers…read morewill learn to sail on a variety of different sailboats, explore nearby islands, enjoy tubing, near shore kayaking and beach swimming.

Lots of fun on the water, even for sailing beginners. Great instruction from an experienced sailor…read more Thank you Piper!!

Had the greatest time. I went and sailed on the women's day. Everyone was kind and I learned a lot…read more Thanks for everything. 110% would recommend

I love this camp and all the camp staff. Very attentive and…read moremost of the repeated staff. If anything was going on with my child, they would immediately contact me and let me know. "As in", if she wasn't feeling good, wanted something at the food area or if I forgot to bring something. With her allergies they were extremely careful of what she ate and called when in doubt. My daughter loves the staff at the Doral location. Always friendly and jolly. Even though, my daughter attended for two summers and I'm sad to say that she will not be attending again. Due to the distance.

From the owner: Wise Choice Summer Camp is unique in its unwavering focus on camper development and success. We…read moreprioritize creating an environment that encourages personal growth, helping each child build confidence and skills that extend beyond summer. Our schedule is designed to spoil campers with a rich variety of activities, ensuring a perfect balance between indoor and outdoor experiences. From engaging arts and crafts to invigorating sports and refreshing swimming sessions, every day is packed with fun and learning, keeping campers excited and engaged. What truly sets us apart is our professional staff, dedicated to the safety and well-being of every camper. Our team is composed of experienced individuals who prioritize creating a secure and supportive atmosphere, allowing campers to thrive while having the time of their lives.

My name is William Carson Fortenberry III. I attended the Boy Scouts of America Sea Base in 2018 as…read morea member of Troop 7303 from Carneys Point, New Jersey, along with our Scoutmaster--my uncle--and several scouts. This review has been a long time coming. Everyone of importance in our group submitted feedback after we returned, but I never got the chance to. After years of staying silent, I want to share our troop-wide experience with brutal honesty so future participants and parents know exactly what to expect. I hope this does not get flagged as fraudulent, because everything I'm saying is true, and BSA knows our case well. Sea Base started out fine. We arrived in Orlando, drove across the long bridge, and stayed the night at the main camp. Spirits were high. The trip only fell apart the moment we canoed to the barrier island. Before landing, we had a brief snorkeling session that was actually beautiful--our first exposure to coral reefs for many of us from New Jersey. But after 15 minutes, we were rushed onward. When we arrived at the island, we were told we'd need to retrieve our troop's water from the boat. What we didn't know was that we'd be lifting 90-pound barrels not just for our own group, but for everyone else. Our campsite was the furthest from shore, and we were one of the smaller groups--around six scouts total. Every other troop had already been prepped about helping with water. We weren't. While others pushed barrels through the water in a chain, we stood on the shoreline physically hauling these massive water containers--filled with other people's supplies--out of the ocean and dragging them 50 yards to the treeline. No one wanted to rotate. Everyone stayed in the water where the job was easier. Our troop got the short end of the stick, and our leaders were justifiably furious. This was not a "group effort" as they claimed--it was exploitation, plain and simple. The next day, we were taken to see the "world's biggest tree that was struck by lightning." What we got was a stump you could sit on. That's it. Our guide looked confused that we weren't impressed. We then hiked to the "salt flats"--another massive letdown. We didn't even know we were standing on them until we were told after the fact. There was nothing but rocks and a vague white dusting where salt may have dried. A complete joke. Then came the deep-sea fishing trip. We thought maybe, just maybe, this would redeem the experience. Wrong again. Despite our leaders purchasing licenses to fish, they weren't allowed to cast a line. None of us were. The staff on the boat did everything for us--cast the line, put it in the holder, and only let us reel in the fish by turning the knob. We never got to actually fish. This was insulting and a massive waste of time. After that, we were scheduled to go deep-sea snorkeling again. Based on our past disappointment, we collectively told our guide we didn't want to go. She reported it, and some higher-ups came to confront us. We explained we'd already done snorkeling, had seen little, and preferred to stay and stargaze. They left us alone--finally--and that evening under the stars was one of the only genuinely enjoyable moments of the entire trip. The next day, we were told to "help the island" by cleaning up rotting sargassum filled with maggots. We refused. Why? Because BSA staff had literally warned us that this same seaweed regularly contains used needles and dead bodies. That's what they told us, word for word. Then they turned around and tried to force us to clean it. We were threatened with being sent home if we didn't comply, so we reluctantly held the trash bags. It was revolting. The final straw? Our troop had scheduled a trip to an alligator farm, using the official BSA-endorsed bus reservation system. The bus never showed up. BSA admitted their mistake and sent a replacement four hours later--too late for us to visit the farm, and dangerously close to missing our flight. Our "make-up" for all the chaos was nothing but a waste of time. In the end, the best part of the trip was the moment we left. There are no lies here. Every word is based on our lived experience. Sea Base was a joke. It was a waste of time, energy, and a disgraceful use of the money our families sacrificed to send us. I write this in hopes that others will look beyond the brochure and prepare themselves--or better yet, choose another experience. Sea Base failed us at every turn, and those running it should be ashamed.

Great scout summer camp! I had Nick as my leader, and he did great! Food was good for camp food,…read moreand the dorms were incredibly clean and welcoming! Also, Sharky's: green milkshakes at a cheap price. I would absolutely recommend this for any members of scouting America or Girl Scouts.

My daughter loved it. They teach them and have fun at the same time. This year both of my kids will…read morebe attending.

great atmosphere for your kids to learn the fundamentals and rules of golf. it is a golf…read moreclinic/summer camp that focuses there practices towards teaching golf. the schedule is all summer monday thru friday 9am to 3pm except for friday is a half day 9-12 lunch included from Norman Brothers Produce all included in price. it is 175 dollars a week and if u need early drop off or late pick up we can arrange that just call in advance. we do the clinic at redland golf and country club. any questions or arrangements please call the number above

We just finished an amazing first-time stay at Big Pine Key RV Park and can't wait to come back!…read moreThe park is incredibly well-maintained, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the community atmosphere is fantastic. There is so much to do in and around the park and we especially loved seeing all of the Key Deer. Highly recommend!

This wasn't for us. Staff was great, store was great but super far walk to the one bathroom from…read morethe tent sites and really close to everyone. Just wasn't comfortable for tents.