Welcome to Summer Camp

St. Margaret's School takes great pride in offering summer camps that blend enjoyment with enriching educational activities. The camps are spearheaded by Mr. Richard Moncure, who was recognized as the Innovative Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools in fall 2022. Under Mr. Moncure's guidance, the school's standout S.T.R.E.A.M. program thrives on a hands-on learning approach, elevating river studies to an exciting new level and providing exceptional experiences on the water

• Price: $600 per one-week session

• The four one-week sessions are limited to 20 campers.

• Campers pack their lunch.

• Shuttles provided from Fredericksburg, Mechanicsville, and Kilmarnock, VA; fees apply

All about the river and ample access:

• Two Docks on Main Campus

• Floating Dock on Hoskins Creek Athletic Facility

• Sunfish Sailboats

• Motor Boats

• Pontoon Boats

• Jet Skis

• Kayaks

• Canoes

• Swimming Pool

• Skiff

Space is limited to 20 campers per/session

St. Margaret's Summer Camp is excited to partner with Aylett Country Day School. We warmly invite families from ACDS to join us and take advantage of a special membership coupon exclusive to ACDS.

Meet our Director

Leading our 2024 Summer Camp is St. Margaret's S.T.R.E.A.M. Director and Rappahannock River steward Richard Moncure. A native of our region, he is well known for his hands-on and innovative teaching practices. His former 8th-grade students at ACDS built a boat, kayaked our local tributaries, and helped restore oyster beds. Richard was named 2022-23 Innovative Teacher of the Year by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, reflecting the respect of his independent school colleagues across the Commonwealth.

The camp's mission expresses Richards's enthusiasm for our noble Rappahannock River and the Chesapeake watershed. The camp's unique setting on St. Margaret's riverfront campus includes over 1000 feet of the river bank, a beach, two docks, and a river laboratory. As much as students will enjoy various river activities, they also learn about the river and how to restore and protect it.

Campers will learn team building and achieve collective goals in the stewardship of the river. The camp is a learning environment and will spark each camper's imagination with the science and poetry of the river. 

At St. Margaret’s Rowing and Sculling Camp, we believe that the best rowers begin as scullers. Our philosophy—rooted in the principles set forth by Coach Howell—prioritizes sculling competency as the foundation for developing superior rowing technique, boat feel, and overall watermanship. This approach gives our athletes an edge, whether they ultimately compete in sculling or sweep rowing.

Sculling demands balance, symmetry, and precise blade control, all of which refine an athlete’s technical proficiency before transitioning to the rigors of sweep rowing. Our camp immerses athletes in this discipline, ensuring they gain the coordination and boat handling skills necessary to become adaptable and efficient rowers. By mastering sculling first, our athletes develop a heightened awareness of stroke mechanics, an independent sense of rhythm, and a deeper connection to the water—qualities that translate seamlessly into sweep rowing and elevate their performance in any boat class.

Coach Howell’s philosophy has long demonstrated that scullers make superior rowers. His method instills self-sufficiency, greater dexterity, and a refined technical approach, all of which provide lasting advantages on the water. Athletes at St. Margaret’s benefit from this time-honored philosophy, strengthening their rowing IQ and versatility while laying the groundwork for competitive success.

Set on the scenic Rappahannock River, our camp offers an immersive experience in both single and team boat training. With access to top-tier coaching, individualized instruction, and a progressive curriculum, athletes leave with improved confidence, stronger technique, and a deeper appreciation for the sport. Whether a beginner learning to move a single scull with precision or a seasoned rower refining their racing strategy, each participant emerges from St. Margaret’s Rowing and Sculling Camp prepared to excel on the water.

Space is limited to 8 rowers per week

$900 • Day

$1200 •Residential (Overnight room in riverfront dorm and dining)

The Sessions:
June 2-6

June 9-13

June 16-20

*Team discounts available