Mariners (Grades 1-4)

The Rolling River Mariner Division includes campers entering grades 1 – 4 and the outcome for Mariner campers is to embark on a voyage of experimentation. Our goal is to expose campers to a variety of activities and allow them to focus on desired skills and interest through select option-based programs.

Grouping

Mariner campers are assigned camp groups based on their incoming grade and gender.

• Group sizes range from 15-22 campers, with the smaller groups emphasized in grades 1 and 2.
• The camper to counselor ratio in the Mariners never exceed 5:1 in grades 1 and 2 and 6:1 in grades 3 and 4.
• Each group is assigned a dedicated, adult head counselor and 2 or 3 assistant counselors to supervise activities and serve as influential mentors for the camp group. CITs (or counselors-in-training) are also assigned to all Mariner groups. CITs are not counted in the camper to counselor ratio.

Programs

The Mariner Division schedule epitomizes a traditional day camp experience.

• The day begins with an interactive line-up, followed by a wide array of sports and arts activities tailored to elementary-aged campers.
• All Mariners participate in daily swim instruction, as well a free swim period in our Pool Complex.
• The Mariners are also introduced to more advanced programs, including competitive sports Intramurals, hobby and choice periods, theater productions, tubing/banana boating and other exciting offerings.

Trips

Mariners entering the 3rd and 4th grade participate in several off-campus trips to enhance the program and explore their community.

• 3 and 4 grade campers participate in one off-campus activity each week such as bowling, gymnastics or tennis.
• Two (2) full-day, off-campus trips are included with the program.
• Mariners entering 1 and 2 grade participate in one special off-campus activity towards the end of the summer.