Have a summer that is OUT OF THIS WORLD!
The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence has been putting fun summer memories back in children’s lives since 1954. Our summer camp, Camp Crosby, is located on the shores of the Mount Hope Bay in Bristol, and features a pool, nature trails, and — more importantly — fun learning activities that help to stop summer learning loss. For many young teens, camp also provides their first summer job experience, with many counselors-in-training employed each summer. We even offer free lunch daily. With more than sixty summers of experience, Camp Crosby knows how to provide safe and fun summers for the kids who need it the most.
Camp Crosby
Summer fun on the shores of the Mount Hope Bay! The EPBGC is thrilled to welcome campers back for Summer 2024.
Children will once again enjoy our traditional summer camp program with field games, nature walks, trips to shore and daily swimming in our outdoor pool.
Camp Crosby Summer 2024 program hours are:
Monday – Friday from 8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Before and after camp care is available for an additional fee and extends hours to 6:30 am – 5:45 pm.
Camp Rates & Financial Aid
Camp Crosby will offer a sliding scale with two week camp sessions starting at $300 per session including transportation and lunch daily. See below for our pricing scale.
Limited camp scholarship funds are available. For a scholarship application, please email LeeAnne DeCarlo at with the subject line “Camp Scholarship Request”
Camp Dates
Boys & Girls Club Membership is required for ALL campers. All campers must enroll in TWO week sessions for Summer 2024.
The first session’s payment and the membership fee (if applicable) must be paid in full at the time of registration. Payments are to be made on the Wednesday BEFORE the session your child plans to attend camp.
2024 Camp Dates
We are offering 4 two-week sessions:
Camp Crosby Registration
All Camp attendees must also be members of the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence. Membership is $20 per year.
In order to register for camp, you must fill out the camp application. Please be sure to read the parent handbook.
Downloadable Forms
FAQs
What are the ages for Camp Crosby?
Camp Crosby is for children 6 – 13. Campers will be placed in groups by age.
What if my child misses the bus?
Buses will depart promptly 8:30am. If your child misses the bus, you will be responsible for transporting your child to Camp Crosby. No child can be left at the Boys and Girls Club after buses leave.
Do I have to sign my child up for the entire summer?
No. We know that flexibility is important to our families! You can sign your child up for just the two week sessions you want them to attend.
What if I only want to send my child for a few days a week?
You may send your child as many days during the week as you choose, however, the fees are weekly fees. No discount is given if a child does not show up for any day during the week.
What if I register for a week but my child does not attend camp?
If you would like to cancel a session’s registration you must do so in writing at the main office by 5pm on Tuesday prior to the week the session begins. The only exception to this policy is in the event of a medical condition that requires the child to not be at camp for an entire session. A note from a doctor clearly stating the dates that the child must be absent from camp must be provided in order to receive a refund. Please note that if your child attends at least one day during the session, no refund will be made for that week regardless of medical condition or a doctor’s note.
Does the staff put sunblock on for my child?
We are unable to assist children with sunscreen. Sunscreen should be applied prior to your child arriving at camp.
Do you accept Child Care Assistance from the State of Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS)?
Yes! You must provide a valid certificate number from DHS at the time of registration. For more information, please see our Parent Handbook or contact Amanda Wheeler at [email protected].
Financial Aid
Camp runs form 8:30am-4:15pm. Before & after camp care extends hours to 6:30am-5:45pm. Before camp care is an additional $25 and After Care Camp is an additional $25 per session per child.
Kinder Launch Camp Program
This year we will be offering a FREE 8-week camp program to all registered incoming East Providence Kindergarteners at our Williams Ave. Clubhouse. Children will be able to learn and play in a small classroom setting with certified teachers that will prepare them to enter Kindergarten at the end of summer. They will engage in outdoor play and water activities including swimming daily, as well as, cooperative and imaginative play time and academic enrichment to help them gain the confidence to be superstar Kindergarteners.
Camp dates are: Monday, June 24th – Friday, August 16th
Camp program hours are: Monday – Friday from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
**All Kinder Launch attendees must also be members of the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence. Membership is $20 per year.
Downloadable Forms
Contact Us
Camp Crosby
152 Annawamscutt Drive
Bristol, RI 02809
The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence
115 Williams Avenue
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-6776 / Fax: (401) 431-1106