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Summer Knights offers three exciting day camp experiences! 

Join us at St. Mary's Ryken for Summer Knights camps! Camps run June 16 - August 1, 2025 for students aged 5 -15.

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Activity Camps

Activity Camps

Looking for a camp where your child can make new friends, explore exciting activities, and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment? Sign them up for our Activity Camp!

Each week, campers dive into a unique theme through hands-on physical and creative activities. From sports and arts to team challenges, every day is packed with engaging experiences designed to keep campers active and inspired.

Sample Schedule – "Sports Week"
8:30-9:00 – Arrival
9:00-10:00 – Flag Football
10:00-11:00 – Arts & Crafts
11:00-12:00 – Soccer
12:00-1:00 – Lunch
1:00-1:30 – Free Play/Downtime
1:30-2:30 – Basketball
3:00 – Dismissal

Every day brings a mix of activities tailored to the weekly theme, ensuring an exciting and dynamic camp experience. Join us for a summer of adventure and fun! 

Each week, campers have the opportunity to participate in Field Day Friday, Water Wednesday, and a weekly Talent Show! 

Activity Camp + Specialty Option

Activity Camp + Specialty Option

Campers enrolled in Activity Camp have the option to enhance their experience by adding a Specialty—a focused, hands-on activity lasting 2-3 hours per day. Specialties are available for an additional cost and allow campers to explore a unique interest while still enjoying the fun of Activity Camp.

Sample Schedule – "Sports Week (Bread Making Specialty)"
9:00-11:45 AM – Bread Making
12:00-1:00 PM – Lunch
1:00-1:30 PM – Free Play/Downtime
1:30-2:30 PM – Basketball

Specialties may be scheduled in the morning or afternoon, depending on availability. This flexible option lets campers dive into their passions while still being part of the larger camp experience!

Each week, campers have the opportunity to participate in Field Day Friday, Water Wednesday, and a weekly Talent Show! 

All-Day Specialty Camp

All-Day Specialty Camps

 

In our all-day specialty camps (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.), campers immerse themselves in a specific area of interest, building skills and having fun along the way! Exciting offerings include Sailing, Baseball, Boys Basketball, Flight Academy, Boys Lacrosse, Cheerleading & Dance, Girls Basketball (ages 11-15), and more!

 

Example of our Camp Schedule

 

See below for an example of our camp schedule. Camps are subject to change for Summer Knights 2025.

Campers will participate in specialty camps two to three hours per day. 

2025 Summer Camp Season

St. Mary's Ryken offers summer camps conveniently located in St. Mary's County in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland. The beautiful waterfront location on the St. Mary's Ryken campus allows us to offer a variety of indoor and outdoor camps for students aged 5 - 15. 

Important Details about St. Mary's Ryken camps:

  • We offer 7 weeks of camp from June 16 through August 1. Camp will not be open on June 19 (returning on Friday, June 20) or July 4. Camp weeks will be discounted during these shorter weeks. 
  • All St. Mary's Ryken Summer Knights camps are one week sessions, Monday - Friday.
  • Before care is 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. and after care is 3 - 6 p.m.
  • All camps are 9 - 3 p.m.

Summer Knights is the Best Summer Camp Experience for your family! 

Summer Knights follows the health and safety guidelines provided by the St. Mary's County Health Department. The safety of our campers and staff is our top priority. If you have any questions, please contact summerknights@smrhs.org

Summer Knights mission is to cultivate discovery and creativity by encouraging the exploration of academic, athletic and enrichment endeavors in a safe and fun learning environment.

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FAQs

Summer Knights is celebrating its 16th  season of providing athletic, academic and enrichment camps.

Please email summerknights@smrhs.org if you have any questions.

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Contact Us

Questions? 

Ask our Summer Knights team!

summerknights@smrhs.org

Mr. James Parker

Mr. James Parker

St. Mary's Ryken offers summer camps conveniently located in St. Mary's County in the heart of Leonardtown, Maryland. The beautiful waterfront location on the St. Mary's Ryken campus allows us to offer a variety of indoor and outdoor camps for students ages 5 - 15. Most St. Mary's Ryken camps are taught by St. Mary's Ryken faculty and coaches with help from student volunteers. 

Summer Knights camps offer your children co-ed academic, athletic, STEM and enrichment camps. 

Each week St. Mary's Ryken Summer Knights campers have the option to attend before and after care from 7 - 9 a.m and 3 - 6 p.m. Please register for before and after care with your child's camp registration. 

Summer Knights offers activity camps and special interests camps. Come for the day to enjoy the St. Mary's Ryken campus and a variety of camp activities. Summer Knights campers also have the opportunity to explore specialty camps to learn a valuable skill, talent or take their sport to the next level! 

All Summer Knights St. Mary’s Ryken camps are one week sessions that run from Monday-Friday.

Looking for the best summer camp experience in St. Mary's County? Then, join us at St. Mary's Ryken where Summer Knights campers have the best summer camp experience!