The Comprehensive Mom Audit
1. Program Focus & Daily Activities
Coast Guard Certified Skippers, Saltmarsh Ecology & Paddleboard Expeditions in Pelham. Designed for Ages 6 to 15. Daily activities are well-organized and age-appropriate for Ages 6 to 15, if not especially inventive. (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961) Sessions run 2 to 8 Weeks, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily.
2. Aquatics & Water Safety
Swim instruction happens on a consistent schedule, with lifeguards visibly attentive during our visit. (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)
3. Staffing & Supervision Standards
Camper-to-counselor ratios sit at 1:4 (Boats), 1:6 (Shore Labs). Staffing is adequate for Ages 6 to 15, with enough adult oversight that we didn't have concerns during our visit. (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)
4. Logistics, Transportation & Catering
Transportation logistics at Starboard of Pelham Sound Shore Adventure are functional and mostly on time; catering covers the basics — hot lunch, nut-free policy, afternoon snacks.
Tuition Range: $1440 – $1690 / week
👍 What We Loved
- Bus service to Pelham and nearby towns ran close to on schedule
- Front-office staff answered our questions directly instead of deflecting (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)
- Hot lunch is included and reasonably well-reviewed by campers (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)
- Registration process is straightforward with published $1440 – $1690 / week pricing
⚠️ What to Consider
- Parent communication is functional but not proactive — you may need to ask (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)
- Session length options are more limited than some competitors in Pelham (per our Pelham visit, est. 1961)