Patch Picks: Summer Camps in Catonsville

It's only March, but you savvy moms know that summer is just around the corner and camps fill up early. Here's a list of summer camps right here in Catonsville.

1. Sports Camps at UMBC. You don't have to travel far to get quality sports camps for your child. Sports include: tennis, volleyball, soccer, baseball, basketball, swimming and lacrosse. For a complete listing of summer camps, go here.

2. Camps at . These day camps have been running on the CCBC Catonsville campus for more than 35 years. Subjects range from performing arts and visual arts to academics. Full day camps are also offered as well. For a complete listing, go here.

3. Y of Central Maryland at Catonsville. Camps at the Y fill up fast, but the options abound with so many different themes. An entire list is available here. Don't forget the Y also takes donations to send lower-income children to camp.

4. . This camp may be the best-kept secret in Catonsville that isn't so secret anymore. The camp is in its 12th year and will have two sessions. More information on the camp can be found here.

5. Camps at Mount De Sales Academy. If you are looking for an all-girls environment, Mount De Sales may be your pick. Sports include basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, cheerleading and soccer. Details are available here.