Took my seven year old grandson here last week. Worth every penny! He walked the plank, flew down…read morethe zip lines and lived all of the different tree houses. The only thing I would say negatively; I don't believe the axe throwing station should be available to anyone under at least twelve and with better supervision. There were two young boys just chopping at the target and they could not throw the axes safely. A potential accident waiting to happen. Otherwise it was an amazing day for both of us.

What a fun place for kids and adults. Filled with zip lines and tree climbing and axe throwing,…read morearchery, trampoline jumping. You can bring food as there are tables to sit. There are snacks and drinks sold and indoor restrooms. It's an all day fun place. You may host birthday parties in the tree houses as well. Music plays throughout the place which is nice. Staff is very friendly.

I love Facebook events. It's a great way to discover new businesses and experience local events…read morethat I wouldn't have found on my own. So when I saw a family friendly grand opening for Snapology on a weekend I had my granddaughter I was eager to check it out. Going in the place was packed and had met the limit of people the fire department would allow. I was ready to leave and come back but after seeing all the cool play stations my granddaughter was excited to play. Fortunately I decided to wait till a few people left and only waited a few minutes. During the wait I still had no idea what/how this business operated and it looked like just a room with different play stations so I took the wait as an opportunity to ask questions and find out exactly what they do. From what I learned Snapology is a number of things. The majority of the play stations are based on building; whether that be with Legos, Lincoln Logs, Erector sets, Duplex, etc. They host building workshops for older kids to use these materials to build complex subjects. They also offer hours of drop off/free play for kids 5 and up, and free play for kids under 5 with the parents present. This service is $8 hour/per child and does have limited times/hours. Additionally they offer day camps and preschool, host birthday parties, and as time goes on will probably add more services and special events. So when it was our turn to go in and play my granddaughter ran to the Lego Friends table. These certainly aren't the Lego's I grew up with! I thought they were too advanced for a four year old as they have itty bitty pieces and lots of tiny components but she loved it. There's tiny people and you can change their heads, hair, etc....as well as tiny animals, pieces to build houses, playgrounds, pools....I had to literally drag her away from that station to check out what else was offered. There was also a kiddle pool full of bigger piece Legos, erector sets for older kids, a room featuring remote control cars, a racetrack for your Lego cars to race down, a train table and so much more. A smaller area separated by (so cool!) HUGE Lego block walls was centered more towards toddlers with a dress up area, play kitchen, puzzles, Melissa & Doug toys, a huge dollhouse, and role playing toys. While this area was more in her age group she seemed bored with it and kept gravitating towards the Friends Lego station. Throughout the building staff were there to supervisor and assist. There are several tables in the back for parents to sit and relax and a few low poufs in the play area to supervisor your children. They also had buckets for toys that were dirty or came in contact with a child's mouth for cleaning. Overall we loved it and have made plans to come back. Somethings I thought they could do better; the poufs are difficult for older people to get up from. I would have loved to see higher seating throughout for the parents, as well as more hooks for coats/purses as there were only a few. Lockers would be a good alternative. I was surprised there weren't any Little People playsets for the little ones, although I think the suggested age of play for the "toddler area" would be age 4 and up. Also more classes and preschool classes available at night for working parents as everything is geared towards parents that stay home, as well as more "free" play hours. Otherwise a unique business concept that I'm happy to patronize.

My son absolutely LOVES these classes and there are often discounts for repeat customers : )read more

Camp Kirchenwald is literally my favorite place on the planet. While I often feel closer to God…read morewhen I am able to tune out other distractions in nature, it's the people of Camp Kirchenwald that have shaped my faith and the person I am today. I have learned countless lessons about community, service, growth, leadership, and God from Pastor Youse, Winnie, Zach, Mike, my fellow staff members, and our campers. Despite the fact that I have spent the past nine years formally studying education, I learned more about teaching from being a Kirchenwald counselor than all of my coursework combined. I treasure the memories I have of the church in the woods and my Camp Kirchenwald Family, and I carry them with me everyday. I cannot wait to someday send my own children to Kirchenwal

Our daughter absolutely loves this place! We attended the open house event and got to meet the…read moreOwner and was able to ask her a lot of questions. Not only did she answer in detail she also shared her vision and passion. We decided to sign up for a class and our daughter can't wait to go every week. We have seen marked improvements in her coding and other skills. Her self-esteem and curiosity has also grown as a result. We appreciate when business are really about the kids and not just a babysitting service but a place where the kids are encouraged to grow and thrive. Thank you Priya!

From the owner: We make coding fun! Code Ninjas is the world's largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise,…read morewith hundreds of locations across the US, Canada and the UK. At Code Ninjas, kids learn to code while building their own video games. With our CREATE program, kids aged 7-14 have a blast creatively building their own video games and developing coding skills on the path from White to Black Belt. Code Ninjas JR builds a foundation of coding and problem-solving skills for kids aged 5-7 through our fun, hands-on and completely visual curriculum. Ready for your kid to gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe and inspiring environment? Schedule a free tour today!

This is a fabulous camp! My daughter (now 12) went for the first time last year, on her own without…read moreknowing anyone beforehand, and loved it so much she wanted to come for every session this summer. This is a great, old school outdoor camp. Kids get to choose their activities each day--they can go swimming, catch frogs, play in mud, splash in the Gunpowder River, go canoeing or hiking, etc. It is loosely structured enough that can explore, follow their own interests, and use their imaginations. There are mixed age groups and it's amazing to see how kind and supportive the older kids are to the younger kids. The counselors (mostly former campers I think) are hilarious, energetic, creative, kind. Don, a former teacher who has run the camp for over 40 years, is very thoughtful and reflective and the kids love him. This camp gives kids the space to discover their own confidence, creativity, initiative, and it's really really FUN!!!

Nature Camps is THE "nature camp". For nearly a decade, the highlight of our two daughters' summers…read morehas been attending Nature Camps. Starting with Nature Camps' "Little Feet" program, they have grown through the Day Camp and, for the first time, this past summer, "Teen Adventure". The counselors' skills in facilitating each child's personal development and ability to connect with people and the environment around them are astoundingly spectacular. I've lost count of the time I've found myself using the word "magical" to describe how Nature Camps is able to reveal, respect and develop children's best selves. Pick up and drop off at Nature Camps' rustic, wooded location in Monkton offers parents an opportunity to connect with their children and participate in fun activities like "Big Circle". (The (optional) van service from Greenspring Station and/or ad hoc carpools offers other options for families who'd prefer to reduce their own driving time.) In these ways, Nature Camps' values and opportunities outweigh the factors of cost and convenience. Our family's favorite part of each two-week session is the Family Overnight. Overnight activities include a potluck supper followed by entertainment from campers and staff as well as family and friends followed by activities like as night hikes, crafts, and singing by a campfire. The following morning, parents and younger campers are served breakfast prepared by older campers (and staff).

Best outdoor camp ever! My 3 kids all LOVE Hideaway. They come home and talk all night about how…read moremuch fun they had hiking, swimming, playing GaGa, high ropes, building a camp site, etc... They really enjoy the full outdoor experience. The owners are very organized and provide quick responses and an awesome curriculum. All the counselors are teachers and great with children. I would highly recommend the camp!

I was late signing my children up for camp and everything was sold out. I found Hideaway Day Camp…read moreand was thrilled to find that they had openings. Both boys loved it. My youngest son is very clingy and hates going to camp - by the third day, he LOVED Hideaway and would run right to his group to start playing. My older son had a bug bite. I called to have them check on him and they could not have been more helpful and accommodating. They have creek walks, horseback riding, archery, fishing,ropes courses, climbing walls, swimming, and so much more! If you're looking for a real camp experience that offers tons of fun - this camp offers it with a warm and kind environment.

Camp Nawakwa is one of my two favorite places on the planet (the other is it's sister camp, Camp…read moreKirchenwald). If you are looking for a great experience for your child, I cannot recommend Camp Nawakwa enough. While I was a Camp Kirchenwald staff member myself, I still loved attending Harrisburg Area Confirmation Camp throughout high school. Nothing beats the views from Upper Temple.

I went to camp nawakwa when I was a little girl, and now, my son has been going to camp nawakwa for…read morethe past 10 years. It is an oasis. I cannot imagine a better place to send a child for a wholesome camp experience. And, my son loves the food.

We visited this place part of a picnic for kids and camp. Tough to find a good entrance its near…read morethe stop sign, Gps will take to a different spot. It will be on when you see a stone based gate entrance. Plenty of parking and well organized camps. Kids enjoy this place.

Our 7 year old grandson had a wonderful time at this camp. There are great counselors there and…read morelots of fun activities. It is a wonderful place for children!

Both of my kids have been a part of Bright Start. We love it! The extra touches from the staff…read moreare so great...Turkey Balls on Thanksgiving and a full Holiday concert during the holiday season.

From the owner: At Bright Start Academy, our mission is to provide a fun, challenging and safe environment for…read moreinfants, toddlers and preschool age children in Lancaster, Hempfield, Rohrerstown, Penn Manor and the surrounding communities. Our programs offer care and educational experiences which promote and nurture each child's emotional, social, cognitive and gross motor skills. Our staff is comprised of highly experienced, compassionate and fun-loving individuals who are passionate about caring for and educating children.