I'm a huge proponent of the camp experience, namely with repect to the important benefits it gives to kids in terms of life skills and lessons.

The American Camp Association (ACA) has conducted several studies which point to positive youth development from participation in the camp experience. 

According to the ACA, your child can expect to increase his or her self esteem, make new friends, become more independent, and increase their environmental awareness among other documented benefits by going to camp. Here's some further information provided by the ACA.

Naturally I hope your child attends Aloha Beach Camp this summer. But the more important message I want to convey is that your kids should go to camp somewhere this summer, even if it's not with us.