Days follow a gentle routine: warm welcomes and free play with friends, circle time (stories & songs), snacks, outdoor exploration, lunch, creative/messy art, and pick-up. We let children's energy guide timing—no strict clocks on fun! On beautiful days, we may spend the whole time outdoors; rainy days mix indoor coziness with puddle-jumping. No screen time ever—focus is on real connections, nature, and play.

Teachers share daily photos, videos, and activity recaps via a private parent app. You'll receive an invite before camp starts.

No. We do not incorporate nap times into the daily schedule.

Yes—outdoor play every day! Rainy days are magical: puddle-jumping, worm hunts, dirt digging, and nature potions. Send rain boots and a full muddy buddy suit/rain gear. We stay inside only for extreme weather (e.g., lightning/thunder).

Ages 3 to 8.

All children 3+ must be fully potty trained.

Early drop-off at 8:30am; extended day until 4pm (subject to availability/enrollment).

Yes! Just let us know in advance (e.g., for travel or shorter days), and we'll have your child ready.

We love the nature areas of Church Square Park and the community garden (Park & 6th), plus other local green spots. A full list is shared before camp.

Please dress your child in clothes appropriate for messy outdoor play. Include at least one full change of clothes (shorts/pants, shirt, underwear, and socks), all labeled. If joining for camp in the colder season, please make sure to bring winter coat, snowbib, snow boots, gloves, hats. Any soiled clothing will be sent home each day. To prevent the risk of injury, please send your child in closed-toe shoes or sandals. No flip flops or open-toe sandals. Also, please note that If your child is joining for Summer Camp, all children must wear a summer camp tshirt. Please make sure to visit our Summer Camp FAQ page.

A labeled water bottle, healthy nut-free snack/lunch, change of clothes, and weather gear (e.g., rain boots, muddy buddy, sunscreen/hat).

Yes, hydration is key! We remind children to drink often, refill bottles throughout the day, and top them off at pick-up.

Yes, please pack a healthy, nut-free snack and lunch. We promote nutritious eating and notify families of class allergies. No sweet treats please.

Hugs & Bugs Club is a nut-free zone: no nut products allowed. Staff are trained to administer EpiPens and follow emergency protocols (no other medications). A separate form must be completed. We'll notify the group of other allergies and ask families to avoid those items.

No higher than 8:1 .

Yes, all staff are CPR-certified and pass criminal background checks.

Camp is drop-off for smooth routines, but we welcome involvement! Coordinate with staff to join an activity or be a surprise story reader.

We are committed to minimizing risks through thoughtful practices that keep everyone safe and healthy. This includes warm greetings upon arrival, handwashing upon entry, designated indoor-only shoes kept at the space throughout the session, and frequent cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch areas throughout the day.

To protect our campers, families, teachers, and their loved ones, we ask everyone to prioritize health. Please take a full health check of your child and household before each camp day. Do not send your child if they or any household member has had symptoms of illness such as a fever of 99 degrees or higher and symptoms including, but not limited to cough, cold or flu-like symptoms, COVID, RSV, coxsackie, or stomach virus, vomiting, diarrhea or has used a fever reducer in the past 72 hours.

If your child develops symptoms or a fever while at camp, they will be gently cared for and you will be called for immediate pick-up within 10 minutes. Your child must stay home for at least 72 hours after symptoms fully resolve and with a doctor’s note.

Bring immunization records or an exemption letter. Children should also remain home for 72 hours after any vaccination.

Register securely on our site via Sawyer (credit/debit card only) for seamless, secure payments.

A 5% sibling discount applies at checkout (cannot combine with others).

No discounts, credits, make-ups, transfers or prorated refunds for missed days (illness, travel, emergencies)—no exceptions.

Join the waitlist—we email everyone if spots open. Registration then opens first-come, first-served (not based on waitlist order).

Sawyer collects a non-refundable 3.5% processing fee on the full camp cost at booking. No refunds, credits, transfers after —no exceptions (including illness, vacation, emergencies). We appreciate your understanding. This supports our small, local Hoboken business and reliable planning.

The only thing we do not tolerate is intolerance. Hugs & Bugs Club has always welcomed every family in our community regardless of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, culture, family structure, vaccination status, or any other aspect of identity. We celebrate diversity, kindness, and respect, and we uphold these values every single day.