Archery
Available to all campers, ages
10 to 15, campers are instructed by a certified
archery instructor. Improve
your archery skills and learn fun target games you can play.
Arts and Crafts
During this fun-packed week, young artists
will learn to sharpen their 2-Dimension and 3-Dimension
skills. Our goal is to have each camper bring home
product(s) they are proud of.
Canoe
Canoe campers must be Red
Cross certified level 3 swimmers to participate
in this activity. Basic canoe and safety skills
will be taught by a certified instructor.
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Dance
Campers will learn to dance like the stars. Fun lessons
in tango, cha-cha, and more classical dance moves.
Drama
With the help of the Drama Instructor, campers will
prepare their original plays to be acted out.
Earth Agents (Weeks 1 & 7
Only)
Stop Dr. Thistle’s plans for environmental chaos.
Experience hands on activities and earn your Earth Agent
badge to stop Dr. Thistle in his muddy tracks.
Fishing
In our “catch and release” program campers
can practice casting and experimenting with different
types of bait while fishing in different locations of
our large property under the watchful eye of experienced
counselors. Campers may bring their own fresh water pole
(with your name on it) or one will be provided.
Kayaking
Campers must be Red Cross certified level 3 swimmers to
participate in this activity. Basic kayaking and safety skills will be taught
by a certified instructor.
Outdoor Education
Campers explore the environment by investigating stream life, wildlife, forestry,
plant life, and develop an overall appreciation of our Earth. Science curriculum
and materials have been funded by Pfizer, Inc. Learn to build fires, shelters,
and camp fire cooking.
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Ropes/Challenge Course
Low ropes is an interactive, team building activity that is sure to challenge
you mentally and physically. Contains multiple elements and a horizontal climbing
wall. Are you up to this challenge? Certified staff will instruct.
Self-Defense
Campers will learn different techniques to better handle themselves
in different situations when appropriate.
Sports and Recreation
Campers will select from a variety of activities and learn skills
in local and international sports and cooperative games. Camp
has a volleyball court, basketball court, playing field, and
a four-square court.
Swimming
American Red Cross swimming lessons are
given to campers who sign up for this activity. Red Cross certificates
can be earned.
Teen Camp (New)
Aug. 16 — Aug.
18, 2011
Open to teens, ages 13 — 17. There must be a minimum of forty
(40) teens to attend this "Teen Camp". If we do not have
a minimum of 40 teens, a full refund will be issued. This "Teen
Camp" will be limited to 75 teens, therefore, sign up ASAP.
You must have attended at least one week
of camp between June 26th and August 12th, 2011 to be eligible to
attend.
The forms you submit
during the 2011 camp season, including physical and medications
forms, will be used for this "Teen Camp" and no other
forms are necessary.
Yoga (New)
Learn the basics of yoga, with peaceful meditative stretching
relaxation poses.
400 Ft Zip Line - New This
Summer
Campers, 11 years or older
(at Sunday's registration of the camp session they are attending)
and weighing less than 300 lbs, can come enjoy this exciting new
adventure high in the sky. The Zip Line spans across "Second
Pond" for a beautiful scenic ride. The Zip Line has been
professionally installed. All staff supervising have been trained
and certified for the Zip Line. Signed waivers are mandatory.
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Goat Camp
($25 Additional Fee)
Week 2
For campers, ages 7 - 15,
we present a 4-H goat program with week-long instruction by Abby
Smith of Lebanon, CT on fitting and showmanship, on-site demonstrations,
workshops, along with having a fun camping experience! Must bring
your own goat, feed, and have all required veterinary certifications
for show. Bedding provided.
Horseback Riding
($140 Additional Fee Per Week)
Join our experienced horse staff for summer fun at the stables.
Campers, ages 9 -15, will learn to groom and
tack a horse, ride in English or Western lessons, play ‘gymkhana’ games
on horseback and even enjoy a trail ride in our beautiful woods!
Campers will have a two-hour horse activity class each day with
one-hour of horseback riding instruction emphasizing safety and
fun. For the second hour campers will learn and participate in
barn basics, horse care and equipment. This
activity averages out to only $14/hr as compared to other riding
programs. Horse shoeing demonstrations
will also be offered.
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Introduction To Draft Horses & Driving
($140 extra fee)
Week 7
For campers aged 9 – 15, this course will cover basic
differences between draft and saddle horses including the key points in a working
draft horse, the different motions, basic harnesses and hitching. Everyone
will have the chance to drive a single horse and a team. Instructor Doug Smith of
Canterbury, CT. has 40+ years work horses experience on the farm and in the
woods.
Stay Over Weekend
($175 extra fee)
July 16-17
This year we will be day tripping on Saturday to Gillette Castle and
the Essex Steam Train. Available to campers enrolled in both
weeks 3 and 4.
Wood Fiber Crafts
($25 extra fee)
All 7 Weeks
Learn to weave
a fireside stool or round reed baskets.
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