Explore
Program Overview
Explore is a day camp program for elementary-aged students (entering grades 1-6 in Fall 2024).
Explore runs Monday-Friday, 9:00am – 3:45pm (see bus times below) and includes exciting activities like ropes course elements, log rolling, archery, creek stomping, arts and crafts, nature hikes, Mass, and Bible lessons.
Explore is designed to allow young people to discover how FUN it is to have a relationship with Christ and get to know His love for them.
- Run under the safe guidance of a fully-trained, professional, and energetic staff
- Daily bus transportation is available from several Pittsburgh locations (see below)
- Lunch and snacks included
- New this year: Campers may register for multiple weeks of camp.
- For questions or information about additional scholarship options, contact Sherry at sherry@drybonespgh.org
- Please also see FAQ’s below and packing list at right.
Bus Transportation
We’re excited to offer bus transportation for the Explore program again this year. Each week the bus will pick up and drop off day campers at two locations in the Pittsburgh area.
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- Week 1: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and Holy Child in Bridgeville
- Week 2: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and Holy Child in Bridgeville
- Week 3: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and St. Mary of the Assumption in Glenshaw
- Week 4: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and Holy Child in Bridgeville
- Week 5: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and Holy Child in Bridgeville
- Week 6: Sts. John and Paul in Wexford and Holy Child in Bridgeville
2024 Explore bus cost $115/camper
If transportation stands in the way of sending your kids to camp, or you’d like to help organize transportation from your area, feel free to reach out to us at camp@drybonespgh.org
Pick Up Times
Holy Child in Bridgeville OR St. Mary of the Assumption in Glenshaw 7:30am
Sts. John & Paul in Wexford 8:15am
Drop Off Times
Sts. John & Paul in Wexford 4:30pm
Holy Child in Bridgeville OR St. Mary of the Assumption in Glenshaw 5:15pm
2024 Dates
- Session 1: June 10-14
- Session 2: June 17-21
- Session 3: June 24-28
- Session 4: July 8-12
- Session 5: July 15-19
- Session 6: July 22-26
Session Prices
- Tier 1 — $225
- Tier 2 — $300 (actual cost of camp)
- Tier 3 — $350
Learn more about our Tiered Pricing & Scholarships
FAQs
Understanding our Tiered Pricing and Additional Scholarship Availability
For all camp programs, we offer a voluntary three-tiered pricing model based on the needs of our families. This program is completely confidential and in no way affects the quality of the camp experience. Price selection is done strictly on an honor system. If you can afford to pay the full fee (Tier 2) or add additional support to sustain our scholarship fund (Tier 3), please do so. If you cannot, simply select the right price for your family’s circumstances and/or reach out to us about additional scholarships. You’ll be given the option to choose your rate for yourself during the registration process.
- Tier 1 is a subsidized rate, funded by support from donors to the greatest extent possible, and provided for families whose children would not otherwise be able to attend camp.
- Tier 2 represents the actual cost of camp operations, including well-trained staff and long-term wear, tear and depreciation. If you are able to pay this rate, please do so.
- Tier 3 reflects your personal discernment that you’re in a financial situation that allows you to help us make Catholic camp more attainable for all youth and is a commitment to do so. To learn more about additional ways to support our scholarship fund, contact us at camp@drybonespgh.org
Additional Scholarships: We are very grateful that, through the support of grant money from the Diocese of Pittsburgh and DBM donors, we are currently poised to offer scholarships making it such that no camper is left behind. We believe every child should get to have a fun, adventurous week away with the Lord in the midst of holy community, so please reach out to us for more information if tier 1 doesn’t offer enough financial assistance for your family or for someone else you know wants to come to camp. To inquire about scholarships contact us at camp@drybonespgh.org
Parent Information OLMC 2024
PARENT INFORMATION 2024
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at any time via email. When camp is in session, you can also reach us via phone at 724-533-8013. Thank you for entrusting us with the safety and formation of your children this summer. It's our honor to support you in the mission of raising up holy families!
Click here to download the full parent information document
Can my child attend more than one session of camp?
Absolutely! Beginning this year, kids and teens are allowed to register for more than one session of camp!