Spending time with friends, family, and involvement in community programs and camps helps kids build connections and grow in safe, healthy ways. Giving back to the community helps build character, while staying engaged makes summer safe, fun, and full of memories.
Be aware of common warning signs of substance misuse in teens. They may include:
Changes in behavior and/or mood
Loss of interest in activities and school work
Bloodshot eyes, unusual smells, frequent sickness or changes in appearance
Changes in friends or social circles, avoiding family or old friends
Need help keeping kids busy this summer? Check out these links to summer camps and activities (be sure to ask about discounts and/or scholarships):
Calvert County Parks & Recreation https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/115/Parks-Recreation
Call: 410-535-1600, ext. 2649
Calvert Library https://calvertlibrary.info?#
Call: 410-535-0291
4-H Youth Development https://extension.umd.edu/locations/calvert-county/
Call: 410-535-3662
Camp Junior Sheriff & Camp D.A.R.E. - https://www.calvertcountymd.gov/486/Summer-Camps
Call: 410-1600 ext. 2649
Pathways Adolescent Clubhouse https://www.pathwaysinc.org/child-adolescent-services
Call: 301-373-3065 ext. 241 (Prince Frederick)
Calvert Nature Society https://www.calvertparks.org/summercamp.html
Call: 410-535-5327
Calvert Marine Museum https://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com/131/CMM-Camps
Call: 410-326-2042
Annmarie Garden https://annmariegarden.org (scholarships available)
Call: 410-326-4640
Calvert County Public School STEAM Summer Camps
Call: 443-550-8000
Girl Scout Council - Nation’s Capitol
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1768406484/calvertnetk12mdus/spxztl6uiz29a6ovef1r/GSCNC.pdf
Call: 301-861-5861