Parent Feedback

Here are some testimonials from our satisfied clients:

As first time campers, we thought Jill did a great job explaining the wide variety of camps and helping to narrow the choices to camps that were a good fit for my son.  At the end of the day, he had a terrific summer at camp and wants to go back!  We think that is the best endorsement of her work.

Julian, mother of first time camper

Everything Summer exceeded my expectations.  It took a shy pre-teen and evolved her into a camping wonder.  Thank you for all you did for her.  She came back more mature, very happy, and looking forward to next summer.

Faith, mother of first time camper

Jill and the team at Everything Summer worked quickly to help find my daughter the perfect summer experience.  And then, when I had my doubts about leaving her, Jill counseled ME to give her time to adjust.  That’s all it took!  In the end, the experience was perfect.  Thank you!

Kaira, mother of teen

Jill is a wonderful woman to work with! She helped guide us for our first time sleep away camp for our son. She got it right on, with her knowledge and insight about the many types of camps and the right "fit". Jill's wisdom and perception are remarkable! She always made me feel that the door was open to discuss thoughts and questions. Thanks for all your hard work and time!

Rachel, mother of first time camper

I met Jill on a luncheon flyer and had the smarts to realize that this paper was worth keeping!  Little did I know that she would advise me the first summer on two totally different camps for each of my children - she got the camp match and our family so perfectly.   The following year my son was ready for a different experience and she was able to guide us to another camp that I also would have never considered.   I know that we will once again be very happy in our choice.

 I felt so comfortable with Jill's guidance that this past year, I was happy to take a back seat and let her guide us as I knew she had the information to direct us.   She is informed, thorough, responsive and very sensitive to us as parents and great with my children.  I am so happy to have such a seasoned professional I can count on!

Aline, mother of three campers

Thank you for helping my daughter have the best summer of her life. When we met with you last summer, you told me that finding a camp that is right for a child has everything to do with the people at the camp—campers, counselors and administrators. Throughout our search, you continued to emphasize the importance of that fit.

You were 100% right. As part of your finding-the-right-fit philosophy, you encouraged me last summer to spend time with the camp directors at the camps we visited. That proved to be invaluable advice. What made my daughter's summer so successful were the relationships she developed with her bunkmates and counselors.

Your ability to assess my daughter so accurately and recommend a camp that was such a wonderful experience is truly amazing. Thank you!

Susan F, mother of first time camper

No one is fussier than a grandmother who is selecting a summer program for her first born granddaughter. And with my own experience advising teens of the right colleges to consider, I had high standards. Jill Tipograph found the perfect match, academically and socially, for Betsy, and definitely met my expectations. It was a great summer for both of us.

Carol Gill,
Carol Gill Associates

Thank you for taking the time to research peanut free camps. We were told they did not exist, and we’d have to send our daughter to a special needs camp. Without your help, we would never have found this camp!

Victoria, mother of daughter with severe peanut allergies

You’re like a best friend. You talk enough to a parent to really know that child. You’re so on target. You fit the child to the product (camp); you don’t market a product (camp) to a family. You really get it.

Leslie, mother of two (camper and teen)

My kids and I would not think of planning out their summers without consulting first with Jill. She has the keen ability to match a child’s needs with the most appropriate environment.

Marla, mother of teen and college student

Thanks so much for all the help you gave me on short notice. You provide an excellent service and I would gladly use you again.

Gib, father of teen

Your research, attention to detail, the ability to size up clients and match them appropriately all speak to your professionalism.

Ava, mother of pre-college teen

You have a wealth of knowledge that is not to be minimized.

Jennifer, mother of four children

Jill is a consummate professional. Camp advisory is both an art and a science and Jill has the ability to do both very well. She has a real human touch, as well as a businesslike approach. She is a pleasure to work with.

Mindy, mother of two campers

I was so impressed. You are very smart and insightful, and so good at what you do. I feel we are in great hands. Working with you is the best money we have spent.

JoAnn, Aunt of teen

 Thank you so much for all your help – the process was painless thanks to you!

Gia, mother of first time camper

You do a great job of outreach and have a wonderfully approachable personality.

Tina, mother of teen

We have been continually and consistently satisfied…your individual interview with the parents and child(ren) is a very personalized experience…you have a real sense of what works. Thanks so much for shining your light and showing us where we needed to be.

Julie, mother of two kids over many years

Thanks for all of your guidance. You directed us to programs that we did not know of, honed down the information to a manageable amount, and made recommendations by a professional, which was very meaningful.

Candace, mother of two (camper and teen)

You were very helpful, asking me questions I never thought of. We wouldn’t have ever known about the camp we chose if you hadn’t introduced us to it. I tell everyone to call you.

Cari, mother of two campers

Jill is very knowledgeable…it takes a talent to know about all of the camps. I called to investigate my daughter switching from her original camp to pursue a special activity. Jill discouraged me from switching camps and recommended a way for her to get more of what she wants from her original camp. Jill was extremely professional and did not have to do this. When I need to recommend an advisor, I recommend Jill.

Nancy, mother of daughter seeking to switch camps

Thanks for all your help during Mary’s high school years. She’ll attend Cornell in the fall. Mary’s summer experiences were varied; each one providing her with rich memories and exposures that will last her a lifetime! I pass your name along to others who may benefit from your services.

Jan, mother of teen

Jill, thank you for everything. Your audit of possibilities, attention to our kids’ desires and needs and personalities, and sense of what might best resonate with me and Tom made this process of camp selection a dream. Jill is an incredible resource.

Roxanne, mother of two first time campers

I wanted to let you know my daughter was accepted Early Decision to her college of choice. Her trip this summer to Ecuador and Galapagos was extremely helpful for both her on campus interviews (boosted her confidence and gave her lots of interesting material to discuss) and for providing great insights and thoughts for her application essays. In addition to the admissions process, her trip was a terrific growing and maturing experience.

Paul, father of teen applying to college

Thanks again for all your help. We spoke with our daughter for the first time last night. She is having a GREAT time. She loves camp and, on a scale of 1 to 10, gave it a 10 (compared to her old camp which she rated a 1). You definitely found the right camp for her!

Wayne and Michele, mother of middle school girl who switched camps

Jill is amazing; she got our daughter the last spot in the right program. She thinks of everything!

Elizabeth, mother of teen