Best Vermont Travel Camps Summer 2024-25 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers sleep in cabins, ride their bikes on our flat campus, and eat on a porch on three sides of our Main House. We have 2 softball fields, soccer and basketball fields, a riding ring, theater, video studio, 4 visual art studios, an archery range and a beautiful, spring fed lake.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We build a supportive community in which each is respected for his or her strengths, and the horseback rider, the basketball player, the singer and the painter are all appreciated. Killooleet is variously described as a traditional camp (long season, we offer activities including weekly hikes, take two overnight trips during the season), a non-competitive camp (certainly we care more about the joy of participation than that of winning) and “that little gem of a camp.”

The schedule provides balance: arts and sports, free time and scheduled activities, challenges and fun. It encourages children to discover their interests and pursue them avidly. Campers exercise choice in daily activities, chores, and projects, developing judgment and independence alongside the deep connections that grow from membership in a vibrant community.

We chose our counselors for their abilities to be good mentors and teachers of children. Many end up going into education and related fields. All counselors take Wilderness First Aid, waterfront counselors are lifeguards. We are licensed by the State of Vermont and accredited by the American Camp Association.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Killooleet's oldest campers develop a variety of leadership skills, are captains of sports teams and assistants in arts activities. They all work up to teaching activities in the last week of camp.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Need based financial aid is available.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Killooleet has had thoughtful educational leadership for the past 90 years. Founded in 1927 by Toni Taylor and Margaret Bartlett, it was bought by Ellie and John Seeger in 1949 and they passed it along to their daughter Kate Seeger and her husband Dean Spencer in 1998.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Killooleet runs from June 29 through August 23, 2015. Most campers attend for the full summer. First time campers can commit to just the month of July.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Counselors share responsibility for group of campers in their cabin, and teach in their activity area.  We are currently hiring counselors in a variety of arts, sports and waterfront positions.  Skills in nature and camping are also useful. 

Our nursing team is led by a nurse who has been with us for 12 years.  She works with two other nurses.  We are looking for a nurse who would like her camper aged children to join us, or recent graduate who would like to hone her skills in a supportive team.

We are looking for a chef to work with our head chef to oversee our kitchen staff, order food and cook 18 meals a week.  We hire former campers as kitchen staff and campers come help in the kitchen at morning Crew time every day. 

Please contact the camp for complete jobs info.

CAMP FACILITIES: Accommodations vary based on the selected program and include large canvas tents and cabins. The private pond is the place for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding on hot summer days. Arts & Crafts, pottery and wood working have their own buildings. Three riding rings host horseback riding lessons organized by ability. Our beautiful and rustic dining hall features kid-friendly meals served family-style. Archery and Airsoft range, and a 50 ft climbing tower with full belay set up.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: All campers have the opportunity to swim, boat, cookout over a campfire, participate in team and individual challenge activities in addition to theme-based activities related to their chosen camp program.

Girl Scout camp is unique from other summer camp programs in that it is girl-led, empowering girls and allowing them to enhance their creative thinking, leadership and decision-making skills. Campers of every age are involved in planning, organizing, and evaluating their camp activities with supervision from camp counselors.

Camp Farnsworth follows all state laws and guidelines of Girl Scouts of the USA.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/BLIT PROGRAMS: Our counselor in training programs help girls acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to become a Girl Scout Camp Staff Member. From brushing up on camping and trip skills to working with campers; CIT/BLITs will have a great and memorable experience.

Counselor in Training/Barn Leader in Training Year 1, for girls in grades 10-12;

Counselor in Training/Barn Leader in Training Year 2, for girls in grades 11-12

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial Assistance available for qualified girls who live in New Hampshire or Vermont. Contact us at customercare[AT]girlscoutsgwm.com for more information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer one-week and two-week camp programs. Please visit our website link above for more information on the programs and dates.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Farnsworth
Seeking energetic and dedicated individuals to be unit leaders and unit assistants at our Girl Scouts camps in NH and VT. Also looking for horse riding assistants and kitchen staff assistants specifically at our resident camp Farnsworth in Thetford VT.

Create memorable camp experiences and guide girls as they build courage, confidence and character through camp activities. Students earning degrees in outdoor programs and education are encouraged; any students with an interest in outdoor living, programming for children, and enthusiastic about sharing these experiences are welcome to apply no matter your major.

Unit leaders and assistants are ultimately responsible for:

1. The safety and welfare of the campers in the unit.

2. Ensuring that Girl Scout Mission, Vision, and Program Goals are carried out.

3. Sharing responsibility for the success of the program in her unit.

Have a certification in a specialty? We want to know! Looking for Lifeguard, Archery and Airsoft. Must have current CPR/FA and specialty certification/documented training.

These are seasonal summer positions at day and resident Camp. Exact training vary by camp.Training is required. Camp season is from late June to mid-late Aug.

Unit Leaders and Unit Assistants report to the (Camp Director). All camps happen outdoors! Candidates must be able to work continuously with children and adults while maintaining a high level of energy and enthusiasm.

Ready to join a great Outdoor Programming team? Find the full job description and submit applications online at Our Camp Website Link: www.girlscoutsgwm.org or call 888-474-9686 for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp meets at the Johnson Recreation Center every day, where there are tennis and basketball courts, a picnic area, soccer and baseball fields, and an outdoor pool.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each day is a new adventure trip for campers. Please refer to the 2013 Summer Programs Guide, which can be found on our website Our Camp Website Link: www.KillingtonRec.com, for a detailed schedule.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp takes place Monday through Friday June 24 - August 16 from 8 :30 am - 4:30 pm. Registration is available for the whole summer, weekly, or daily.

Fees are: $145/week for Residents; $155/week for Non-Residents. $45/day for Residents; $55/day for Non-Residents.

To register, please head to Our Camp Website Link: www.KillingtonRec.com

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Wego is fully committed to developing life and social skills for individuals with special needs ages 14 and up. We believe that our travel trips are a great way to experience independence, improve social skills, and increase self-esteem in a secure, safe and also an exciting environment. Our primary goals are to help travelers build self-esteem, develop better social skills and self-expression, make and maintain friendships, improve fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and sensory integration.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Wego travels year around.

OTHER CAMP INFO: No Financial aid offered.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Most trips cost $1000 and up

For complete info visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campwego.com

CAMP FACILITIES: Platform tents, central dining room and assembly hall; waterfront on lake with rural atmosphere.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Aloha Camp offers traditional camp activities with emphasis on community living, leadership training and a strong tripping program. Aloha has American Camp Association accreditation. Visit our website for more information.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership training and a strong tripping program

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is available for eligible families.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Aloha offers 7 or 3 1/2 week sessions; please visit our webite for more information.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Staff are hired to teach an activity, for 7 weeks of camp and one week of pre-camp.  Kitchen staff and nurses are also hired.  Hiring forms can be found on our website.

CAMP FACILITIES: We are a travel camp but our base camp is 270 acers of wilderness tucked into the hills of VT. We have a basic campground where we stage all of our trips.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: At Adventure Travel Camp you will do more than just go on daily adventures. Our camp is a unique and challenging program that enables teens to reach new heights in individual and group development. Individuals work as in teams throughout their camp experience. Campers will complete challenging activities and focus on valuable life skills. Most of which can be applied to everyday situations.

The non-competitive, non-judgmental environment fosters feelings of synergy and creative problem solving to expand communication, trust and leadership goals. The activities are designed to build respect and confidence, while allowing campers to be actively involved in the learning process by thinking, feeling and doing.

Our staff will work with your teen with the time they spend at camp and try to meet there individual needs and goals. The program operates on the philosophy of "challenge by choice" where each individual determines the level of involvement best suited to him or her while still contributing to the team process.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please take a look at our web site to see all sessions and fees.