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Our Mission is Simple
We aim to create safe, active, and encouraging camp experiences where kids build friendships, try new things, and grow in confidence. Whether it’s summer, fall break, spring break, or a special camp day, our goal is always the same—to make camp feel like a meaningful experience, not just babysitting.
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Upcoming Camps
It's time to get excited!
Fall Break Camp
October 5 - 16 | 7:30AM - 5:30PM Daily
Ages 3 to 12
Keep the fun going this fall with exciting activities, games, hands-on projects, and more during Fall Break Camp!

Coming Soon!
Spring Break Camp — Spring 2027
Get ready for a week of adventure, creativity, and fun during Spring Break Camp 2027. Stay tuned for camp dates, activities, and registration updates coming soon!
Summer Camp — Summer 2027
Get ready for a summer of adventure, creativity, and fun during Summer Camp 2027. Stay tuned for camp dates, activities, and registration updates coming soon!

At East Side Camps, every day is designed to help kids learn, explore, create, and have fun. Through hands-on activities, games, crafts, teamwork, and new experiences, campers stay active while building confidence, friendships, and lasting summer memories.
A Peek into ES Camps

LEARN & CREATE
From STEM experiments to cooking projects, crafts, literacy activities, and hands-on learning, campers will have opportunities to explore new interests and grow their creativity every day.
MOVE & PLAY
Whether it’s gym games, outdoor adventures, Bike Day, or Water Day, campers will stay active, make friends, and enjoy all the fun that summer has to offer.


SPECIAL EXPERIENCES
Each week includes meaningful moments, special activities, wellness experiences, and engaging lessons designed to make every day at camp exciting and memorable.
We invite you to serve with us!

If you love working with kids and want to be part of the fun, we’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for people with a heart for serving and encouraging kids in our community—people who want to help create a safe, welcoming, and joy-filled environment where every child feels seen, supported, and valued.
Meet the Camp Staff

East Side Camps is led by Brittany Shryock, Community Engagement Specialist and Camp Director, and Betty White, Camp Coordinator. Together, they are committed to creating a summer experience that is safe, engaging, and filled with opportunities for children to learn, grow, and have fun.
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Brittany holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Educational Studies with a minor in Business from Manchester University and brings years of experience in youth programming, family engagement, and community partnerships. As Camp Director, she oversees the vision and development of East Side Camps, working to create meaningful experiences that help children build friendships, discover new interests, and make lasting memories.
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Betty serves as Camp Coordinator and brings a wealth of experience in youth development, education, and resilience training. A retired U.S. Army veteran with 22 years of service, Betty has also spent 15 years working as a camp counselor with children and teens ages 8–18. Her experience includes serving as a Resilience Course Manager for the Army National Guard and a Literacy and Movement Instructor for Lawrence Township. Known for her creativity, enthusiasm, and animated personality, Betty uses engaging activities to encourage participation and create positive learning experiences for every camper.
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Together, Brittany and Betty share a passion for building a camp that children look forward to attending, parents trust, and staff are proud to be part of.
We are excited for another year of camps filled with learning, laughter, adventure, and memories that will last a lifetime!


Tuition Assistance
We want every child to have the opportunity to experience the fun, friendships, and meaningful moments that camp has to offer! If the cost of camp could be a barrier for your family, we want to help. Fill out the form below to learn more about tuition assistance and apply for financial support.
Education & Learning​
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Purdue Extension
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Ivy Tech Community College Nursing Program
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Ivy Tech Mobile STEM Lab
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Anderson Public Library
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Kaleidoscope Learning Center, LLC
Arts, Music & Creativity​
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East Side Studios
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Plainsong Music Services
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Kenzie Dodd
Community Heroes
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Anderson Police Department
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Anderson Fire Department
East Side Camps is proud to partner with organizations throughout our community to create meaningful experiences for kids all summer long.
Community Partnerships
Sports & Recreation
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Ked Anderson Basketball Camp
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YMCA
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Mounds State Park
Community Supporters
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Lampco Bank
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Davis Excavating Inc.
Community & Wellness
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Teen Works
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Urban Conservation
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Amy Etchison (Licensed Therapist)



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