About
Barrie Camp includes nine 30-minute activity periods during the camp day, and daily activities change from day to day and week to week except for set swim times. The program also includes swimming, canoeing, nature study, archery, arts and crafts, ceramics, computer activities, athletics, hiking, playground time, and overnights with tent platforms and a fire pit.
Programs
- Barrie Camp — 3.5-14
- Leader-in-Training (LIT) program — rising 9th graders · Leadership program for rising 9th graders who can acquire leadership skills while earning community service hours.
At a glance
- Ages: 3–14 years old
- General schedule: Typical camp day: 9:00 am flagpole/all-camp assembly; 9:25 am-3:15 pm camper groups rotate through nine 30-minute activity periods; 3:15 pm-3:55 pm transition to dismissal; 3:55 pm car pick-up until 4:30 pm. Daily activities change from day to day and week to week except for set swim times.
About the provider
Barrie Camp is a Washington, D.C. area institution since the 1950s. It emphasizes social competence and friendship, positive values and inner growth, and cognitive and physical development. Lifeguards are fully credentialed, and all lifeguards are Red Cross certified.
What families say
“I absolutely love this camp - your preparedness, communication, commitment to fun and safety makes it the most perfect camp! We love Barrie!” — Middle Camp family, Summer 2026
“Just keep doing what you are doing, it is great and I feel really lucky we've been able to offer this experience to our kids.” — Summer 2026
“The Barrie Camps team goes above and beyond with caring for kids and responding to students. We keep coming back because of that.” — Summer 2026
Last updated October 29, 2026.
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