Join us for a summer full of fun! With 8 weeks of themed activities, campers will enjoy outdoor exploration, swimming, crafts, sports, enrichment activities, and more. We are also pleased to partner with Sherburne Memorial Library for their summer program series.
This year, Camp Loads of Fun is open to campers ages 4-10 years old, who will be split into 3 age groups: Little Explorers (age 4-5), Junior Explorers (age 6-7), Active Explorers (age 8-10). Each day campers enjoy activities geared towards their age and ability level and an average day looks a bit like this:
8:30 - 9:00 Morning drop-off and Greetings
9:00 - 9:30 Morning Meeting
9:30 - 10:00 Organized Games
10:00 - 11:00 Morning Activity or Level 3&4 Swim Lessons
11:00 - 12:00 Morning Activity or Level 1&2 Swim Lessons
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch
1:00 - 1:30 Quiet Time, Story Time
1:30 - 2:30 Afternoon Activity
2:30 - 3:30 Free swim, Free Time
3:30 - 4:30 Changing, Daily Wrap-up
4:30 - 5:00 Goodbyes
Pricing for 2024 Camp Loads of Fun
Camp Schedule
Camp Loads of Fun will run from Monday June 24th through Friday August 16th. Camp drop-off is from 8:30am-9:15am and camp pick-up is from 4:30pm-5:00pm. Note: There is a $1/ minute late pick-up charge for campers remaining at camp after 5:00pm. This fee must be paid prior to the camper(s) returning to camp the next day.
There will be NO CAMP on Thursday July 4th 2024 due to the Town's July 4th celebration.
Friday August 16th will be a 1/2 day of camp to allow for an end of camp celebration. All campers (regardless if they are registered for Week 8) are invited back to camp for an after celebration. Additional information will be provided closer to the end of camp.
Registration and Waitlist
Camp registration opens on WEDNESDAY MARCH 6th for all Killington Residents, KPAA Business Members, and Killington second home owners. If you are an employee of a KPAA Business member, but not a Killington resident, email recdirector@killintontown.com to have your account updated.
Camp registration for non-residents will open on MONDAY March 11th.
If a program fills, please sign your child up for the waitlist activity. Choose the dates and program you're interested in. If spots open up, we will reach out to see if you're interested in moving off the waitlist.
Be sure to secure your spot in camp early! All registrations after May 15th will be subject to a $35 late registration fee.
Payments/Cancellations/Changes/Refunds
Payments and Deposits:
Full payment is due prior to the start date of the program your camper is registered for, unless you have made alternate arrangements with Emily Hudson, Recreation Director. Camp payment can either be paid in full upon registration, or via a 10% non-refundable deposit with the final balance being paid prior to the start of camp.
Is it the mission of Killington Parks and Recreation to provide affordable and accessible programing for all. Scholarships are available to make sure everyone has access to camp. For more information on scholarships, please email Emily Hudson (recdirector@killingtontown.com).
Changes/ Cancellations:
We understand that plans change, and your camper(s) may not be able to attend the weeks they were initially registered for. We ask that you communicate these changes as far in advance as possible to allow time for families on the waitlist to make plans for camp.
Note: Campers can only be moved between weeks if there is space available in new session. Please confirm availability in the new week with Emily Hudson (recdirector@killingtontown.com) prior to cancelling the week you registered for.
Refunds:
- Full refunds will be issued if the recreation makes changes that prohibits the participants from attending.
- Full refund (minus non-refundable deposit) will be issued for any changes or cancellations made prior to 5pm the Wednesday before your camp session starts. This allows time for families on the wait list to move into the session.
- Partial refund (50%) will be issued for any changes or cancellations made within two business day prior to the start of your camp session.
Payment is non refundable for campers who do not show up or cancel after 4pm the Friday prior to their camp session.
Weekly Visitors and Field Trips
To add to the fun, we will host a weekly enrichment visitor and take a weekly field trip to a local attraction or State Park. Check back regularly to find out what is happening the week(s) you are registered for camp!
Week 1: Smokey the Bear Visit and Forest Service Visit, Field Trip to VT State Park
Week 2: Visitor TBD, No Field Trip due to July 4th Celebration
Week 3: STEAM with Sarah and Field Trip to VT State Park
Week 4: Visitor TBD, Camp Plymouth State Park (Echo Lake) Field Trip
Week 5: Wonderfeet Camp Visit, No Field Trip due to VINS visiting Camp
Week 6: Visitor TBD, Wonderfeet Children's Museum Field Trip
Week 7: STEAM with Sarah and Field Trip to Hathaway Farm and Corn Maze
Week 8: Arts Bus Multi-day visit, no field trip
Swim Lessons
Please be prepared to give your child's swim level during registration. Use the level descriptions below and make your best estimate based on your child's last experience in the water. Instructors will confirm swim levels during lessons, but having an approximate starting point is very helpful.
If a camper does not swim with ease, we require they wear a puddle jumper life jacket during free swim. We will supply swimmers with puddle jumpers, or parents may send a child with their own PFD.
Level I: Help first time swimmers feel comfortable in the water.
Level 2: Students learn how to float and start to develop fundamental skills. They should be comfortable in the water.
Level 3: Students learn to front crawl, backstroke, and tread water. Students should be able to swim length of pool comfortably.
Level 4: Students learn endurance swimming in elementary back stroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and to turn at the wall.
Strong swimmers age 5 and above who can swim the length of the pool (25 yards) unassisted, might consider joining the Killington Sharks competitive swim team. Learn more at www.killingtonsharks.com.
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