Getting Started with Camp PlanIt
Welcome! Camp PlanIt makes it easy to find, compare, and plan summer camps — together with other parents.
What is Camp PlanIt?
Camp PlanIt is a mobile app for parents who want to take the stress out of summer camp planning. Use it to:
- Discover local summer camps across sports, arts, STEM, and more
- Track which camps your kids are considering, registered for, or waitlisted
- Share camps with friends and other parents
- Plan together in Circles — private groups like "Hockey Team Parents" or "4th Grade Moms"
- Coordinate carpools with families heading to the same camp
Download the App
Camp PlanIt is available for both iPhone and Android devices. Search for "Camp PlanIt" in the App Store or Google Play to download it for free. The app is free to use — you can also start a 14-day free trial to try every feature, or upgrade to Premium at any time. See all plans →
Create Your Account
- Open Camp PlanIt and tap Sign Up.
- Enter your name, email address, and a password, then tap Create Account.
- Check your email for a verification link and tap it to confirm your address.
- Log in with your email and password.
Set Up Your Profile
A complete profile helps Camp PlanIt give you better camp recommendations and lets other parents find you easily.
- Tap the profile icon in the top-right corner of any screen.
- Add your name, city, and a profile photo (optional).
- Tap Add Child from the Home screen to enter your child's name and age. You can add multiple children.
- Tap Save when you're done.
Your Home Screen
Once you're signed in, the Home screen is your planning hub. Here's what you'll find:
The Camp PlanIt Home screen
Quick Actions
- Add Child — Add a child to your account so you can track camps for them.
- Add Camp — Add a camp that isn't in the directory yet. Enter it manually, upload a flyer and let AI read it for you, or just describe the camp in your own words. Learn more →
- Child View — See a summary of all camps linked to each of your children.
- Deadlines — View upcoming registration deadlines so you never miss a cutoff.
- Find Camps — Jump straight to the Explore tab to search for camps.
- Invite Friends — Invite other parents to join Camp PlanIt.
Weekly Calendar
The calendar below the Quick Actions shows your upcoming camp dates and registration deadlines at a glance. Tap any date to see what's planned for that day.
Getting Around the App
The bottom navigation bar lets you switch between the four main sections of Camp PlanIt:
- Home — Quick Actions and your weekly calendar
- Explore — Search and browse summer camps near you
- Circles — Your planning groups with other parents
- Friends — Find and connect with other Camp PlanIt parents
Explore the Help Center
Tap any topic below to learn more: