Do you want to win the property manager of the year award? We’ve got a list of summer camps for military youth that can make you a local hero. Once school is out, your military housing community will be flooded with bored kids and exhausted parents. By distributing this list of camps and workshops for the children of service members, you’re one step closer to peace of mind through the upcoming summer months. More than that, you can offer value-added services to your residents. Summer camps can help families avoid the summer slide, improving kids’ academic performance throughout the year. Camps are also lifelines for children in military families who move often. Camps give kids the opportunity to make new friends, acclimated to a new neighborhood, and a new school district. Below is a list of unique camp opportunities for kids of military families. Air Force Services’ Teen Aviation Camp This selective camp is open to teens with an interest life in the United States Air Force. Aviation Camp takes place during the first week in June. Flying in a Cessna 145 is one of many highlights of this camp. Those eligible are OCONUS and CONUS family members of: Active Duty Military assigned to or living on an AF installation; AF Retired Military; AF Civilian Employees; Activated Air National Guard or AF Reserve; and Joint Bases (AF lead) Active Duty, and Civilian employees. Camp Corral Military kids ages 8-15 throughout the nation can enjoy the “week of a lifetime” through Camp Corral. Attendees will join the ranks of nearly 7,000 kids in 23 camps across 19 states that have enjoyed the adventures of the camp so far. Children can explore outdoor activities such as swimming, canoeing, horseback riding and ropes course challenges. When they...

Once school is out, everyone knows that kids can only entertain themselves for the first few weeks at best. Soon enough, they become bored and antsy. When your community is filled with bored kids, it’s just a matter of time before something interesting happens. Summer camps for military families solve many problems at once. From painting to science, from coding to gymnastics, there is a camp under the sun for every kid in your community—and there is still time to nudge kids (and their parents) in that direction. In your upcoming blog post or newsletter, remind parents that summer camps are a terrific way to keep children active and entertained while preventing the infamous summer slide. Camps can also be a lifeline for children in military families who move often and may be getting acclimated to a new neighborhood and new school district. Since financing summer camps can be tough for many families, we’ve found a few resources to jump-start your search on affordable summer camps for military families. Many are free or offer discounted attendance to service members’ kids. These have start dates well into July and beyond, so it’s not too late to get families involved. Camps have multiple locations, so be sure to link to the city and event closest to your property. Camp Corral Military kids ages 8-15 throughout the nation can enjoy the “week of a lifetime” through Camp Corral. Attendees will join the ranks of nearly 7,000 kids in 23 camps across 19 states who have enjoyed the adventures of the camp so far. Children can explore outdoor activities such as swimming, canoeing, horseback riding and ropes course challenges. When they prefer the cool of the indoors, there are arts, crafts, archery and more. Although any child from...

With the heat of summer fast approaching, the pool deck is becoming the hot spot for socializing and relaxation. Regardless of age or location, renters are sure to include a sparkling pool on their wish lists—but a wet hole simply won’t do. Millennials and Baby Boomers are being spoiled by pools that reach greater and greater heights of grandeur. We have scoured the web to bring you a few of the world’s most impressive community pools. Best Views Harbour Grand Kowloon boasts a rooftop pool that overlooks the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong. Built-in sculptures, custom artwork, and a transparent third wall create a unique swimming venue that is rich with traditional Chinese beauty as well as modern innovation. Ample deck space and pool-side service complete the experience.     Family-Friendly Tiara Bay Resort at Port Dickson, Malaysia, is a child’s dream come true: dozens of colorful waterslides dip, swoop and swirl to create adventures for children of every age.  Sprinklers pop up from the ground like brightly colored mushrooms. Throughout the week, children can enjoy group activities, games, and kid-friendly events. Parents are welcomed to join in or simply watch from the nearby grassy knoll.     Jaw-dropping Beauty Parinee Ism, slated for construction in Mumbai, has taken skyscrapers to another level with the addition of elevated en suite pools. Luxury units will offer breathtaking views of the city skyline. Infinity edge pools bring the beauty of the city to renters’ fingertip—not to mention clear views of magnificent sunsets.     Party Central Stateside, upwardly mobile young renters will enjoy the fun simplicity of Greystar’s Tribute Apartments in Raleigh, North Carolina. The oversized pool is the perfect place to meet and mingle. It’s also ideal for parties: in addition to dozens of comfortable...