BHN’s Kamp for Kids in Westfield to Host Kamp Welcome Day on July 11

WESTFIELD — Kamp for Kids, a summer day camp for children and young adults of all abilities, will host an open house event, Kamp Welcome Day, on Friday, July 11 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Camp Togowauk, 754 Russell Road, Westfield. This year’s event holds special significance, as the program celebrates its 50th anniversary season.

State Sen. John Velis and State Rep. Kelly Pease will be in attendance, along with other public officials, representatives of Behavioral Health Network (BHN), and parents and friends of Kamp for Kids. A brief program will be held with remarks by elected officials and BHN staff, and campers will give demonstrations that they prepared of their creative work, including skits, songs, and artwork.

Located at Camp Togowauk, Kamp for Kids welcomes children and young adults ages 5-22 from across Western Mass. The program provides a supportive and enriching environment where campers — both with and without disabilities — can grow, play, and connect through activities including expressive arts, outdoor education, arts and crafts, a spray park, and non-competitive sports.

“We’re excited to kick off 50 years of Kamp for Kids — a place where every child can learn, grow, and just be themselves,” said Anne Benoit, program director. “This milestone season is not only a celebration of our campers, but also the families, staff, volunteers, and community partners who have made this inclusive space possible for half a century. We can’t wait to welcome everyone on Welcome Day and throughout the summer.”

Kamp for Kids operates every summer during July and August with about 150 Kampers over three sessions. This year, it runs from July 7 through Aug. 15, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.bhninc.org/kamp-kids.