Last Updated on July 26, 2025, 7:49 AM AST by Anthony Morris
Summer Camp 42 has concluded with all the campers and staff members Marching together across the streets of Basseterre. The youngsters of St Kitts and Nevis participated in the two-week summer residential camp which started on July 13. The officials have shared that the campers were able to participate in a number of engaging activities.
Over the last two weeks, the youngsters have engaged in several activities, ranging from hikes to sports and art and crafts and other activities. The Department of Youth empowerment has shared regular updates regarding the summer camp on social media.
After two week of participating in various activities, working together with the other participants, the youngsters were able to have many a new experience. On he final day of the 42nd Summer Camp, the Participants concluded the summer camp with a march in the streets of Basseterre.
The children, campers and staff members took to the streets of Basseterre and bid goodbye to the 42nd edition of the Summer Camp a glorious goodbye. The Minister of Education, Geoffrey Hanley was also present during the march in the streets of Basseterre.
The Deputy Prime Minister has shared that he was part of the march to show has support and solidarity. Minister Hanley has also shared that he was delighted to have the opportunity to speak to the participants.
He shared some advice and words of encouragement with the students and participants. The summer camp is hosted every year during the summer months of the year and youngsters from across the island participate.
The yearly summer camp has helped several youngsters over the years learn the importance of team work and collaboration. Over the last two weeks, Deputy Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley hoped that the youngsters have learnt valuable lessons from the exercise .
The camp was hosted under the theme: “Fostering Physical and Mental Well-Being Through Active Play, Education, and the Power of the Community,” It was an opportunity for youngsters to connect, grow and learn through structured activities and community engagement.
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