This camp does not need my five star review. They've had it many times. It is an amazing camp. Best of the best. I only hope my grandson gets to go back next summer. read more

Very disappointing experience for my son when he attended summer 2011 at age ten. His lead counselor was very nice but the program was unorganized and I would go so far as to call the swimming program sub-par. The swim instructors were too hands off. His friends has attended summer 2010 and had a good experience but they too were disappointed in 2011 and none of us returned. read more

I went to PDC in the 70s and now my 2 kids go -- I really recommend this camp if you are looking for a traditional camp that is focused on being outdoors, and not a camp run by a private school that is mostly indoors. The campus is huge, and gives the kids a sense that they are part of nature - the counselors are like a little family, and the level of supervision is appropriate - more hands on/teacher level counselors for the little ones, for instance. My daughter has learned to swim and is confident in the water, and comes home exhausted! They have a great range of activities, there is something for everyone. This will be our 4th summer - I wonder if 2011 was just an off year based on the review below. read more

Pilgrim Day Camp is the most amazing camp ever! There are fun activities for all children, no matter the age or the interests. Each day is structured so the campers are always busy doing a variety of activities, including swimming twice a day! The facilities are very well maintained and the children are well looked after. There are also special days every two weeks where the kids get to to experience "Carnival Day" or compete in the PDC "Olympics" and have a cookout. The counselors genuinely care about the campers and the kids build friendships that last a life time. read more

This is the best summer experience for any child! It is really a true gem. I went here as a kid and my children all go here and love every single day. They haven't overlooked a single detail! I can't say enough about the safe, the facilities and the daily schedule and updates. We get pictures from the day and my kids love to look back at what they did and tell me all about it. They are so tired from all their adventures it helps mommy out too!! read more

Very disappointed with our experience and we are still in shock with the rudeness of the director and management. My son was placed into the wrong group and they were completely unaware of his whereabouts which was to say the least- nerve-wracking. Communication is horrible, and when we politely asked simple questions about the day structure and group placement, the director and activities coordinator had the worst attitude and stated they "do not have time to answer our questions because they are very busy". I am appalled how unprofessional the organization is and how passive aggressive management is. My son's counselor was less than helpful with task completion and my son came home upset half of the week. I would not recommend this camp. read more

This summer will be my daughter's 3rd summer attending Pilgrim Day Camp (PDC). I cannot say enough good things about this camp - my daughter loves it! Many of the camp counselors attended this camp when they were kids and came up through the CIT program. They typically don't have to hire many new counselors as most return summer after summer. They offer so many activities for the kids to chose from, they also swim twice a day with a swim lesson for the morning swim session. I love that they have so many fun, special days throughout the summer including Carnival Week and the PDC favorite...Olympics Week! They provide a cookout every Friday (no charge) for the kids and Popsicle every day. The camp is very large and has rolling hills (that they set up a slip and slide on!)..so fun! They have groups that perform plays each year and also a music video that any camper can participate in. I could go on and on about all the awesome things about this camp! We are always so sad on the last day of camp and can't wait for the following summer. read more

I have sent my young daughter to PDC for several summers (since 2012) and love it. This is more like an old school camp - no computers, no inside A/C all day. If you want a more rustic experience, low key fun, this the right place. The camp is set on a beautiful property and there is plenty of space for the kids to run around and experience nature. There is a head counselor for the younger kids group (usually an experienced, professional teacher) plus several younger assistants, usually college aged. The swimming program is once in the am for lessons and then afternoon play swim. My daughter attended 6 weeks a session and her swimming improved each year, usually it took about 3 weeks of lessons for her to advance. The program was age- appropriate. She loved making new friends from surrounding towns. We live in Natick to the drive was about 10 minutes in the morning. They have a cookout for lunch on Fridays. read more