Summer 2018 Camp Horizons Town: Windham County: Windham Fun and friendship fill the air during Horizons’ Summer Camp and Weekends in the Country Overnight Camp! 1979, Horizons Summer Camp has been a breath of fresh air for campers and their families. Offered for eight weeks each summer, campers explore horseback riding, swimming, boating, arts, fitness, drama, pioneering, music, language arts, movement and dance, physical education, and more with the help of engaging and well-trained instructors. Campers and counselors bunk together in comfortable cabins. Campers ride horses at the riding ring with tack house and enjoy the arts & crafts, woodworking and pottery barn. Acres of trees and open space provide the setting for a waterfront with a sandy beach, docks and boats. Special Needs Accommodated: These two camp options are offered for children and adults who have developmental disabilities and are between the ages of 8 and 39 (campers who are 40 and up attend the Masters Program). ` Overnight Camp Organization Affiliation: Horizons Camp Address: Transportation: 127 Babcock Hill Road South Windham, CT 06266 (860) 456-1032 x 133 Must provide own transportation. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Cost: Summer Camp - Horizons Ages 8-Adult Session 1: Weeks 1 & 2: June 17-30 3 & 4: July 1-14 Session 2: 5 & 6: July 22 – August 4 Weeks 7 & 8: August 5-18 Please contact program for information cost. Website: Financial Assistance: Click on Summer Camp and go to side bar for Dates & Registration. Also see Downloadable Forms for additional information. Please contact program to inquire about availability.
Summer 2018 Camp Katoya Town: Milford County: New Haven The camp’s beautiful setting provides the ideal opportunity for environmental exploration and education, with emphasis placed on Girl Scout skills such as fire building and outdoor cooking.. Girls receive swim instruction in Katoya’s beautiful new swimming pool, and those entering grades 4 and up can try out the archery range as well as sign up for an optional overnight that occurs every second week throughout the summer. LEAD (Leadership, Education, Adventure, and Development) is a program for girls entering grades 7 and up who are ready to take on the leadership role of helping younger girls enjoy all the great experiences at day camp. Participants will receive Program Aide Core Training and LEAD Training to ensure the knowledge, tools, and skills necessary to succeed as a LEAD. LEADs assist unit leaders and program staff by helping involve younger campers in the program. Special Needs Accommodated: All abilities are welcome. Please contact program director to discuss special needs or accommodations. ` Day Camp Organization Affiliation: Girl Scouts of CT Camp Address: Transportation: 71 Country Lane Milford, CT 06461 (800) 922-2770 Bus service is provided within Bridgeport, East Haven, Fairfield, Milford, Monroe, New Haven, Orange, Shelton, Stratford, Trumbull, and West Haven. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Summer Day Camp Six week-long sessions (M-F) Grades 1-8 June 25 - August 3 $250 per session LEADership Development Three 2-week sessions Grades 7-8 Session 1: June 25 – July 6 Session 2: July 9-20 Session 3: July 23 – August 3 $375 per two-week session Counselor-in-Training (Application required) One 4-week session Grades 9-12 June 25 – July 20 $600 Website: Financial Assistance: on Camp Katoya and go to Summer camp registration is now open. This year, all camp registrations will be online. Camperships are available on a limited basis. A $50 deposit is required to process the camp registration; however, if your camper cannot be granted financial assistance, the deposit will be refunded. If you have questions about the deposit fee, please contact: camp@gsofct.org.
Summer 2018 Camp Merrie-Wood Town: Manchester County: Hartford If you hear singing and see huge smiles then you know you’ve arrived at Merrie-Wood! Here, become part of the Merrie-Wood family, sharing fun, adventure, and the best of what traditional camping has to offer. Girls will long remember carefree summer days spent with friends making crafts, cooking over a fire, and stomping through the brook. Girls entering grades 4 and up can try out the archery range and sign up for an optional overnight that occurs every second week throughout the summer. Swimming is not available at Camp Merrie-Wood. LEAD (Leadership, Education, Adventure, and Development) is a program for girls entering grades 7 and up who are ready to take on the leadership role of helping younger girls enjoy all the great experiences at day camp. Participants will receive Program Aide Core Training and LEAD Training to ensure the knowledge, tools, and skills necessary to succeed as a LEAD. LEADs assist unit leaders and program staff by helping involve younger campers in the program. Special Needs Accommodated: All abilities are welcome. Please contact program director to discuss special needs or accommodations. ` Day Camp Organization Affiliation: Girl Scouts of CT Camp Address: Transportation: 650 Gardner Street Manchester, CT (800) 922-2770 Bus service is provided within East Hartford, Ellington, Enfield, Glastonbury, Hartford, Manchester, Windsor, Vernon, Windsor, and Windsor Locks. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Summer Day Camp Six week-long sessions (M-F) Grades 1-8 June 25 - August 3 $230 per session LEADership Development Three 2-week sessions Grades 7-8 Session 1: June 25 – July 6 Session 2: July 9-20 Session 3: July 23 – August 3 $375 per two-week session Counselor-in-Training (Application required) One 4-week session Grades 9-12 June 25 – July 20 $600 Website: Financial Assistance: Click on Camp Merry-Wood and go to Summer camp registration is now open. This year, all camp registrations will be online. Camperships are available on a limited basis. A $50 deposit is required to process the camp registration; however, if financial assistance cannot be granted, the deposit will be refunded. If you have questions about the deposit fee, please contact: camp@gsofct.org.
Summer 2018 Conservatory - Summer Program Town: Bridgeport County: Fairfield This intensive, paid arts and career apprenticeship program is for youth ages 13 to 18 who are interested in the arts, design and media. The program is open to teens from Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stratford and Trumbull. Participants receive intensive training in one of six areas in the visual, media and performing arts. In addition to their studio intensives, apprentices also take part in career-specific workshops and job readiness training. Apprenticeships also perform community service and go on field trips to local cultural centers/events. Special Needs Accommodated: Gifted & talented youth and at-risk youth with ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities or physical or emotional disabilties can be accommodated. ` Day Camp Organization Affiliation: Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County (NSFC) Camp Address: Transportation: 391 East Washington Avenue Bridgeport, CT 06608 (203) 366-3300 x 223 Must provide own transportation. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Conservatory (Summer) Ages 13-18 Please see website for schedule when available or contact program for dates. Please contact program for information about cost. Website: Financial Assistance: For specific information about applying for summer programs, please email operations@nstudios.org. Please contact program to inquire about availability.
Summer 2018 Middletown Recreation and Community Services Town: Middletown County: Middlesex Multiple programs are offered. Please see online brochure for complete listings and descriptions. Special Needs Accommodated: Please contact the director of recreation & community services, Catherine Lechowicz (860-638-4500 or rec@middletownct.gov) for questions and information. ` Day Camp – Multiple Programs Organization Affiliation: Middletown Parks and Recreation Department Camp Address: Transportation: 61 Durant Terrace Middletown, CT 06457 (860) 638-4500 Please refer to website or contact program director for information about current bus schedule. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Middletown Parks & Recreation Summer Programs - please visit the website for complete listings (when available) Children of all ages Please see website for information when available or call for program details and dates. Please contact program for information about costs. Website: Financial Assistance: Click on Departments - Recreation Services Click Here - Recreation Services Division – Download Current Brochure Please contact program to inquire about availability.
Summer 2018 Summer Sojourn – Franklin Academy Town: East Haddam County: Middlesex Summer Sojourn creates a summer experience students ages 13-19, who have a nonverbal learning disability, autism spectrum disorder or Asperger’s syndrome can come together to develop that all important sense of belonging that is so necessary for the growth and development of teenagers in order to be able to navigate life successfully. The intent of the program is for students to have fun, make friends, improve social skills and develop independence while engaging in content-specific areas of interest called “Paths.” The Path areas are: STEM (science, technology, engineering & math); Visual Arts; Performing Arts; Outdoors; Animal Adventures; and Community Service. A highly trained staff of teachers, psychologists, learning specialists and residential life experts ensure individual attention in a safe environment. Summer Sojourn is designed for students who are currently enrolled at Franklin Academy, students newly accepted for the Fall and students enrolled at other schools who meet admissions requirements. Special Needs Accommodated: Teens who have a nonverbal disability, autism spectrum disorder or Asperger’s syndrome are welcome to participate. ` Day & Residential Camp Organization Affiliation: Franklin Academy Camp Address: Transportation: 140 River Road East Haddam, CT 06423 (860) 873-2700, x 1153 or 1154 Must provide own transportation Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Summer Sojourn Two week-long sessions with option to attend one or both sessions Grades 8-12 Session 1: June 24 – July 7 Session 2: July 8-21 Day: $3,000 (one week) $5,600 (two weeks) Residential: $3,500 (one week) $6,500 (two weeks) Website: Financial Assistance: Click on Download Application Materials at the bottom of the page. Please contact program to inquire about availability.
Summer 2018 The House: Special Needs Resource Foundation Summer Camp Town: Fairfield County: Fairfield Campers work on communication, fine and gross motor skills, self-esteem and team-building through a variety of activities, including lunch social, art, yoga, drum circle, music/dance and sports/games. Campers participate in all activities, rotating through the afternoon. Children are grouped according to age and ability. The camp is directed by licensed professionals in the special education field, and assisted by an enthusiastic support staff. A favorable staff-to-child ratio (1:5) is provided. Special Accommodated: The camp supports children and youth ages 4-16 with autism and other special needs. ` Day Camp Organization Affiliation: The Pilot House Camp Address: Transportation: 240 Colony Street Fairfield, CT (203) 292-8452 Must provide own transportation. Program Name: Grades/Ages: Dates: Cost: Camp Fun in the Sun - July Camps Four-week program (M-F) Ages 4-16 July 9 – August 3 12:30-3:00 pm Extended Day: 12:30-5:00 pm $700 $1,200 (extended day) Camp Fun in the Sun - August Camps week-long sessions (M-F) Ages 4-16 August 6-24 10:00 am-2:00 pm Extended Day: 10:00 am-4:00 pm Partial Day: $300 (one week) $550 (two weeks) $775 (three weeks) Extended Day: $400 (one week) $750 (two weeks) $1,075 (three weeks) Website: Financial Assistance: Click on Learn More beneath 2018 Summer Camp Fun in the Sun. To register, email info@thepilothouse.org. Please contact program to inquire about availability. Summer 2018 The Southport School – Summer Program Town: Southport County: Fairfield Children can lose considerable momentum when they are away from school during the summer months. Many need ongoing remedial assistance to maintain progress, and the summer programs at The