The best indicator of a camp's quality are the reviews from actual parents of campers.  Typically, camps will print an italicized quote without reference to where the quote came from.  At the MLDC, a number of parents have volunteered to offer their reviews of the program as well as display a photograph of themselves and their child(ren) with. None of them have received any form of compensation, discount or other favor for their comments. Click here if you would like to speak with someone who has attended our camp from your own town!

2009 Review   Martha's kids; Domenic, Anna & Dino Acton, MA "My three kids (ages 12, 10, and 7) are experienced day campers. They tried Marcus Lewis Day Camp for the first time this past summer, for two weeks, including Junior Discovery Camp, Day Trip Adventures, and Horseback Camp. I knew it was a great choice when after the second day, they were already talking about which Marcus Lewis camps they wanted to try next summer! During that first week, it rained practically every day, but my kids were as excited with the indoor activities as they were outdoors on sunny days…another mark of an outstanding camp. One reason for this, I noticed, is that even quieter activities, including a wide range of crafts and games, include quality materials and quality instruction. At other camps, my kids were often bored on rainy days. " [Full Review]	2009 Review   Phil & Beth's son Graham (far right) Bolton, MA "Just prior to the start of camp our world came to an abrupt halt: after rushing our son Graham to the hospital and a battery of tests, we discovered that he had Type I Diabetes – a condition that will persist for the rest of his life. While in the hospital we assured Graham that he would be able to continue doing all of those things he so much enjoyed. We got home and the next day went to MLDC where the staff went right to work making Graham feel comfortable and seeing to it that he could do those activities he was looking forward to with his friends." [Full Review]
2009 Review    Lisa with her son Matt Groton, MA "What a great time our son Matthew had at Marcus Lewis Day Camp!! This was the second year in a row Matthew has attended teen camp. MLDC offers many choices of activities for the children to take part in. Some of Matthew's favorite activities from last summer included archery, fishing and making decorative etched glass. We researched several local summer camps before before finally deciding upon MLDC. Once we read the many positive reviews and had an opportunity to speak with some of the camp staff our decision was an easy one." " [Full Review]	2009 Review    Becky & David with their sons Andy & Scott Westford, MA "Both of my boys enjoyed the Marcus Lewis Camp immensely. My younger son, Scott, went for 3 summers and (ages 11, 12 and 13) and he was thrilled with the Teen Exploration camp. He enjoyed having different choices and came home tired and happy each day. Andy, my older son, attended this past summer for the first time at age 16. He had a great week in the "daytrip adventure camp" going on a different trip each day." " [Full Review]
2009 Review    Cynthia with her daughters Julia & Emily Harvard, MA "I grew up attending an absolutely fabulous YMCA camp (that's still operating in southeastern Mass!) so my standards were very high when I began looking for a day camp for my girls. Well how fortunate for us to be living so nearby to the Marcus Lewis Day Camp. Last summer was our first year at MLDC and the girls just came home beaming every day from all the fun activities under the care of a wonderfully enthusiastic staff. " [Full Review]	2009 Review   Stacey with her daughters Sarah & Kayleigh Westford, MA "My two daughters, ages 8 and 6, have attended multiple camps in the local area and they don’t hesitate for a minute to say that Marcus Lewis is their favorite. The camp is simply in a different league relative to other local camps. The diversity of activities offered on a daily basis and quality of the counselors is unmatched. Every morning a friendly face is waiting to greet the children as they get out of the car, and at the end of the day, my kids were always excited and full of stories about how much fun they had doing the various activities." [Full Review]
Carolyn & Paul with their children Maya, Leila and Heather Harvard, MA "We have attended the Marcus Lewis Day Camp for four summers so far and my girls love it. The younger ones couldn't wait until it was their turn to go too! Some of the things they love about it are the horseback riding, the counselors, and the variety of activities from which they get to choose. For my oldest daughter, the teen exploration day trip weeks have been a huge amount of fun, and a terrific value for the money. " [Full Review]	Lauren & Tony with their children Becca & Nate Acton, MA "My daughter Rebecca (now 11 years old) has attended the regular day camp, the cooking camp, and during the most recent summer, the tennis camp. This past year she was especially excited about going to the tennis camp since she has taken tennis lessons with Marcus for the past few years. But what we actually found was that she loved the facilities and activities at the Day Camp just as much as the tennis lessons. In fact, she spoke more about Mad Science than she did about the tennis classes that she was originally so looking forward to!" [Full Review]
Carolyn with her daughter Erin Chelmsford, MA "Erin was a 16 year old "first-timer" to Marcus lewis Day Camp this past summer. Unfortunately, she hurt her knee the last day of school so she was physically limited and we didn't know if she would be able to go to camp. We were SO impressed with the compassion and willingness of MLDC to accomodate to her limitations and their encouragement for her to attend! She had a wonderful week at camp despite not being able to participate in the more "physical" activities. The staff was SO unbelievably attentive to her throughout the day and they really cared that she had a great camp experience." [Full Review]	Donna and her daughters Kelsey & Taylor Carlisle, MA "I recently went back to work and had to find a summer day camp for my girls. They were a little nervous about a new camp so we went to a camp fair in January to see our options. As we started down the aisle, I looked up, and to my surprise I see Marcus Lewis. I had played tennis for him years ago and didn’t realize that he also had a day camp. I thought he had just a tennis camp. He immediately engaged my girls in conversation and really got them excited about the program." [Full Review]
Kenyon & his dog Niko Harvard, MA "My youngest child has always prefered staying home and playing in the neighborhood to going to camp. We kept trying different camps for half days, one week at a time and we always felt we were dragging him somewhere to 'go have fun.' Kenyon started at Ultimate Tennis Camp at The Marcus Lewis Tennis Camp the year before Marcus started the day camp. This time Kenyon looked forward to going to camp and loved the competition for prizes and the skills that were set up as lively games. The next year I saw a flyer for MLDC and I called right away. I decided that this would be the guinea camp of that summer. We started at half days for a few weeks and Kenyon soon wanted more weeks of camp." [Full Review]	Laura & her daughter Kristen Bedford, MA "In the words of my daughter, "Marcus Lewis is the most fun camp I've ever been to because it has unbelievable choices of what you can do and awesome counselors who always help and understand you. They always think of the campers first... In performing arts they have a play every summer which you put on for the camp. I really love the themes every week like pirate week. We have beach parties and dancing with a DJ and lots of games. That is why I love Marcus Lewis and soon hope to be a counselor there!" "As you can tell, Kristen just loves going to camp! She has been attending for several years and can't wait to go back again." [Full Review]
Ann & John with their daughter Natalie Stow, MA "Our daughter was 8 years old three summers ago when we discovered the Marcus Lewis Day Camp. It was her first experience joining any camp or, for that matter, a summer group of any kind. She was shy and reluctant and I wasn't sure I was doing the right thing at the time. But, at pick up that very first afternoon, my daughter jumped into the car full of smiles and stories of how great her day was. She had made two friends and was already asking if she could come back for a second week of camp." [Full Review]	Susan & Jim with their children Nathan & Sarah Chelmsford, MA "This was our 7 year old, Nathan's first year attending an official camp and we thought it would be a very difficult decision selecting the right one. Thankfully that was not the case! I started emailing a variety of camps asking them a few questions about their programs. Within hours of my email to the MLDC, Marcus personally replied to me with answers to all of my questions. There were other programs that never responded to my inquiries." [Full Review]
Stpehanie and her son Max Greenville, NH "I absolutely loved Marcus Lewis Day Camp as did my 6 year old son Maximus. The staff was wonderful and it just was a great experience overall for him. My experience with them was also exceptional. I thought it was wonderful how helpful the staff was and I was so happy to see my son jump into my car every afternoon with a huge smile." [Full Review]	Tom & Sharon with their son Chris Hudson, MA "We researched several camps in our home town and the surrounding area before choosing Marcus Lewis Day Camp. Our son has attended all 8 weeks for the last two years and has enjoyed EVERY single day of it! His confidence, ability to make friends and skills in the water has improved significantly each year thanks to MLDC." [Full Review]
Kathy and her daughters Melissa and Jessica Stow, MA "We keep coming back to Marcus Lewis year after year, mostly because the girls always have a great time, but also because I know they are safe. The staff takes the time to get to know my children and I feel as if everyone at Marcus Lewis is looking out for the their best interests. My girls have tried many other camps in the area, but always get bored and complain "Do I have to go?" This NEVER happens at Marcus Lewis." [Full Review]	Eva & Doug with their children Katherine and Michael Acton, MA "The best part of my summer day is picking up two children who burst into the van with smiles and a litany of fun and exciting events to share. For two years running, Marcus Lewis Day Camp has been the reason for this happening. At the completion of the camp year the first words as they enter the van is, "Can we come back next summer?" [Full Review]
Roberta and her daughters Abby, Anna and Jessica Groton, MA "My three daughters - ages 8,6.5 & 6.5 - had limited camp experience prior to attending MLDC. Since they are young and reluctant to try new things I only enrolled them in the 1/2 day program for week 3 of the camp. Well, after a very tumultuous drop-off the 1st day (which the MLDC staffers handled brilliantly and calmly) I was convinced that the rest of the week was going to be like pulling teeth just to get the girls to camp. Yet, when I picked the girls up on the 1st half day, they jumped in the car and exclaimed 'we don't want to leave...Can we stay??" they went on, 'we're going to miss this activity and that activity!' 'Mommy," they pleaded "can we please go full-day the rest of the week and do extended day?!" [Full Review]	Christen and her daughters Casey and Ashley Westford, MA "From the first time I placed a phone call to the Director of Marcus Lewis Day Camp, I knew this was a well run organization. Not only was my phone call returned the same day, we were also invited to attend a Camp Fair as well as an open house! Upon reviewing the requirements of the counselors and the group size, I was impressed. My nine year old daughter was nervous to try out a new adventure, but after meeting and seeing the camp, her anxiousness disappeared and was replaced by the continued questioning of "Mom, how many more days till camp?" [Full Review]
Jane and her children Carrie and Nick Winchester, MA "The Marcus Lewis Day Camp has been a great find for our family! My children, now ages 7 and 10, have been campers at MLDC for two summers and I expect many more ahead. The opportunity to take horseback riding lessons was what first attracted us and that continues to be a great part of the experience, but we also very much appreciate the wonderful variety of activities, the emphasis on positive values and behavior, the responsible and engaged staff, and the safe, fun, and beautiful environment." [Full Review]	Carol and her daughter Jacquie Littleton, MA "This past summer was our daughter's third year at The Marcus Lewis Day Camp. Each year when we have signed her up, she has always asked for more weeks at camp and so she spent 6 weeks there last summer and enjoyed every week of it. When school ends, she counts down the days until camp starts. She has made many friends with not only campers but with her counselors as well and looks forward to seeing them when she goes back each year. If you asked her to describe camp at MLDC, she would say 'it's awesome'". [Full Review]
Sarah and her children Leah and Sam Harvard, MA "I had never considered sending my children to summer camp before the Marcus Lewis Day Camp came to Harvard. As a part-time working mom, I didn't think I could afford to send my children to camp. However, not only did I find the camp experience an incredible value compared to the other group lessons my children have been involved in, but the sheer joy that they derived from the camp made it much much more than worth it. My children absolutely loved it!" [Full Review]	Kathy & Bob with their children Maggie and Charlie Jamaica Plain, MA "My 8-year-old daughter Maggie had the time of her life at Marcus Lewis Day Camp. She is a horseback riding enthusiast, and I found the camp after searching on the internet. It is one of the few camps to offer riding for younger kids. The riding program was excellent, but the thing that surprised me most was how much she loved everything else, too. Maggie enjoyed the boating, swimming and nature activities as much as the horseback riding. The counselors were FABULOUS. They did a great job of making her feel comfortable right away. When I picked Maggie up the first day, she had a huge smile on her face and told me, 'Even the bus ride to the stables was fun!'" [Full Review]
Rhonda and her daughters Kayla and Caryssa Lancaster, MA "I learned about the Marcus Lewis Day Camp through a flyer that I received in the mail this past Spring. There are not a lot of camps available for children over the age of thirteen, so I was very pleased to find a camp that offered programs up until age sixteen. As I have always worked full-time, my daughters, aged fourteen and twelve, have participated in a variety of Summer camps and recreation programs. Our experience this past Summer with the Marcus Lewis Day Camp has truly been the most enjoyable and fulfilling." [Full Review]	Gabrielle and her daughter Elena Wellesley, MA "I want to express my thanks and gratitude to everyone at the Marcus Lewis Day Camp for making my daughter's first weeks at the camp so smooth and enjoyable. I am truly amazed at the amount of attention and care that has gone into every detail of her schedule at camp." [Full Review]
Elizabeth and her son Christopher Harvard, MA "The Marcus Lewis Day Camp promises much and more than delivers. I was initially apprehensive about our 6 year old son Christopher attending a new camp with counselors and campmates that he did not know. After the first day I was convinced that he was in very safe, nurturing hands in which he could explore new challenges like boating, fishing and the arts." [Full Review]	Gail and her children Caroline and Olivia Westford, MA "What a wonderful camp experience my six and seven year-old daughters had this summer at Marcus Lewis Day Camp! This is the first time we enrolled our girls in day camp.  We came across the program one day while browsing the web.  The website itself was very informative. There were so many activities to choose from and we were impressed with how the daily activities were driven by the campers choice and not by a predetermined schedule.  We decided to enroll the girls for one week to "try it out".  We went to the Open House prior to camp starting.  There the girls got to meet several counselors and learn about what to expect over the summer.  The facilities at the Bromfield School were impressive and the grounds were inviting.  I wish there was a camp like this when I was young!" [Full Review]
Dave & Carla with their children Caroline and Molly Littleton, MA "This was a great summer for our two girls as they had their first experience with day camp.  It was a learning experience for all of us.  The kids did one session at the Marcus Lewis Day Camp.  It was great!  They loved every minute of it.  They couldn't wait to get there each morning and wanted to stay longer at the end of the day.  The counselors were fabulous with both girls.  Our older daughter is more quiet and reserved.  She had more doubts about going.  Her doubts disappeared the first day.  She loved being able to choose her activities.  She especially loved learning about the skills involved with the canoes and kayaks." [Full Review]	Michael & Lucille with their children Brittany and Jackie Harvard, MA "Brittany and Jackie had been attending another day camp for the past few years. They were a bit nervous about changing camps because they were so familiar with the other camp. After just a few days, it was obvious that we made the right choice." [Full Review]
Barbara and her children Katie and John Littleton, MA "I am so glad I chose to send my two children, ages 8 and 9, to The Marcus Lewis Day Camp this summer. It was their first experience with all day camp, and they absolutely loved it. My son was the most timid about going to a day camp, and when I picked them up after the first day his first words were "It is so cool here, Mom! Can I go next week, too?" There were several aspects that make this camp so special for my children and other campers." [Full Review]	Meghan (Mom is taking the picture...) Groton, MA "When my daughter Meghan first went to Marcus Lewis Day Camp she was nervous. That first morning driving over there we talked the whole ride of what we thought it would be like. Then in the afternoon when I picked up, the smile on her face told me it was better than she thought. She has continued to go for 3 years now, and loves every day." [Full Review]
Rebecca and her son Jordan Littleton, MA "Marcus Lewis Day Camp has been a wonderful experience not only for Jordan, our now eight year-old son, but for our entire family. This is far from being just another camp. Marcus Lewis Day Camp is run by a wonderful director who is caring, warm friendly, hard working and a mother herself. From Jordan's first day three summers ago, she and the staff made all of us feel very comfortable and excited about the camp experience." [Full Review]

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