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SUMMER 2014

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Children’s Programs Planning Guide summer university

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Table of Contents MUST KNOWS for SFU Campers & Families. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 DISCOVERY DYNAMOS, ages 3 - 4 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 TRAIL BLAZERS, ages 5 - 6 years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ADVENTURE RANGERS, ages 7 - 10 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Adventure Rangers Overnight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 NOTCH SQUAD, ages 11-15 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Notch Squad Overnight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 MOUNTAIN EXPLORERS, ages 16-17 years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mountain Explorers BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mountain Explorers Movie Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ADAPTIVE PROGRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 SPECIALTY PROGRAMS, ages 9-17 years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15 High Adventure Experience Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Survival Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Backpacking Exploration Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Junior Tennis Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Mountain Bike Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Disc Golf Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 TREASURES ALL-DAY CHILD CARE is available for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years.

TREASURES is a wonderland for infants and toddlers that is more accessible and more convenient for parents. Most importantly, while your children frolic in this fully-certified center, you can rest assured that we continue to care for them with the same dedication and professional staff that has always been here for your family. Offered daily, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. Advance reservations required on a space available basis. Regular price $85 per child per day. Lunch included.

HIKING BADGE PROGRAM Are you an expert explorer? Participate in our Hiking Badge Program and earn one of our three badges; Morse, Sterling, and Madonna. Each badge signifies three different levels of challenge with Madonna being the most difficult. Tell your counselor if you want to try it! Ages 7 - 17. Offered with the Adventure Rangers, Notch Squad and Mountain Explorers programs.

Must Knows for SFU Campers & Families WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Camp registration card Backpack or bag Close-toed sturdy shoes

Sunscreen & water bottle Bug spray (optional)

Bathing suit & towel Change of clothes Water shoes (optional)

SECURITY CARDS Each parent/guardian is given a security card at check-in for the Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazer programs. Please be sure to have this card with you to pick up your child.

HOW TO FIND YOUR CHILD DURING THE DAY The best time to check on your child is at lunch time. Check with your child’s counselor for the specific time and location. The Guest Service Desk or the camp meeting area in the lower level of the Meeting House also has copies of the itineraries for each individual group. Call ext. 1137 or stop by to inquire where the group is at a particular time. Itineraries are available by 11:00 am each day.

LUNCH TIMES Check with your child’s counselor daily for specific times and locations as these may change.

CAMP PROGRAM LUNCH

For your convenience, we invite your children to participate in our optional Children’s Program Lunch at an additional fee of $6.15 per child, (Discovery ages 3 & 4, Trail Blazers ages 5 & 6) and $7.25 per child, (Adventure Rangers ages 7-10, Notch Squad ages 11-15) per day, plus tax.

The lunch buffet includes: hot entrées whole wheat pasta & sauce • tossed salad carrots & celery • assorted fruits • applesauce assorted salads • soy butter & jelly • pudding Jello • water • lemonade • milk • chocolate milk

DISCOVERY, TRAIL BLAZERS, ADVENTURE RANGERS & NOTCH SQUAD LUNCH MENUS

• Discovery (ages 3-4) 11:15 am • Trail Blazers (ages 5-6) 11:15 am • Adventure Rangers (ages 7-10) 11:30 am - 12:00 noon

MONDAY: Grilled cheese, veggie burger, and broccoli

• Notch Squad (ages 11-15) 11:45 am - 12:30 pm • Mountain Explorer (ages 16-17) participants are eligible for a 15% discount offered at the Green Mountain Deli.

TUESDAY: Lasagna rolette, broccoli, and garlic bread

• Specialty Camp Programs* (ages 9-17) lunch times and locations vary depending on activity of the day – check with your child’s counselor for specifics.

WEDNESDAY: Hamburger, veggie burger, mashed potatoes, and corn

SIGNING OUT OF CAMP Camper registration cards have a check box to indicate parental permission for campers to leave on their own. If “Yes” is circled, we will need to know what time of day this applies to. If “No” is circled, campers may only leave with a parent or designated guardian. All children must be picked up by the designated time the program ends. *Minimum sign up required for select activities.

THURSDAY: Baked chicken nuggets, veggie burger, and broccoli FRIDAY: Pepperoni pizza, and cheese pizza SATURDAY: Turkey & cheese roll-ups, broccoli, and garlic bread SUNDAY: Mexican day Please Note: If you have not packed a lunch we will bill your guest account $6.15 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers) or $7.25 + tax ( Adventure Rangers & Notch Squad) for camp lunch.

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Discovery Dynamos ages 3 & 4 years

RELAX, CREATE, DISCOVER. There is no better place for 3 & 4 year olds to spend their Summer Vacation than in Smugglers’ Discovery Dynamos camp. The Dynamos are given a new theme each day with fresh activities to give children a chance to discover new facets of themselves and the world around them. In our experience, offering 3 & 4 year olds a special focus each day helps them succeed and enjoy their day away from mom and dad. Children must be completely potty trained and out of diapers and pull-ups to participate in the Dynamo program.

Daily activities: Every day kids will play at one of our water facilities, re-energize with snack time, and relax during story & quiet time. During water play, groups will get to enjoy one of our wading pools carefully supervised by lifeguards and counselors.

SUNDAY / Creative Crafts – We will use our

imaginations to create projects using a variety of materials such as clay, paint, and recycled items.

FRIDAY / Rockin’ Rhythms and Musical Fun – We’ll start the day with a sing-along with the Friendly Pirate, followed by an afternoon of play and fun.

SATURDAY / The Great Reservoir Adventure – We’ll learn about frogs through puppet games, fun with different tools for measuring, mixing, building and stories, and arts & crafts. Then we’ll hike to the Village blending of solids and liquids. Final creations will be used Reservoir to see frogs and tadpoles up close, and explore for playing, eating, or building! the nature of a forest pond.

TUESDAY / Mogul Mouse & Billy Bob Bear Mystery – Mogul Mouse & Billy Bob Bear are lost! We’ll follow clues around the Village to find them and then pose for a group photo.

MONDAY / Blend, build, mix and match – We’ll play

WEDNESDAY / Gotta Move – This will be an actionpacked day filled with running and jumping as we test physical abilities and build self-confidence by going through a mini-obstacle course and enjoying other movement activities. We’ll finish the day watching an exciting show featuring Stanley the Supernova Disc Dog and his pals.

THURSDAY / Theme Parade Day & Creative Fun –

This day is focused on making costumes for our afternoon theme day parade. (All parents are invited to the parade on the Village Green at 3:30 pm.)

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Offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: The Discovery Center adjacent to the Clubhouse Check-In Time: 9:15 am – 9:45 am Prior to 10:00 am camp departure, groups play games, ice breakers, and playground fun Program Cost: $85 per child, per day.

Optional camp lunch program: $6.15 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) or bring a bag lunch.

Trail Blazers ages 5 & 6 years

Let your young campers begin to explore the world of Smugglers’ Notch in our Trail Blazers program. This allday program will start to challenge your child with fun physical activity and introduce some of the options they will have in Adventure Rangers while still providing the opportunity for low-key activities that 5 & 6 year olds sometime need.

Groups with non-swimmers will get a chance to enjoy the Turtle Slide and play in our Little Smugglers’ Lagoon, where the water is 2½ feet deep and children are carefully supervised by counselors and lifeguards. The new Splashville Splash Pad is also a fun destination for non-swimmers. If your child passes our swim test, he or she can choose to join the swim group.

Daily activities: Swim time, games, arts & crafts, hiking, snacks, stories, and quiet time. We try our best to group 5 & 6 year olds based on their age and energy level.

SUNDAY / Low Ropes Challenge – Groups will hike

FRIDAY / Bootlegger Madness – Campers will to the Low Ropes Course for a day of team building spend the afternoon at Bootleggers’ Basin. Groups will experiences. Campers will have the opportunity to stop be shuttled down after lunch and spend time playing and explore at our Village Reservoir on the way. games in the fields and exploring the area with bug nets, magnifying glasses, and view boxes. They even MONDAY / Fun on the Green – Campers will enjoy a get to spy on the frogs and the fish with our underwater variety of different field games on our Village Green. camera!

TUESDAY / Creature Feature – Each week our SATURDAY / Choose Your Own Adventure – resident professor brings a different exotic animal to Campers will get to choose between a variety of lawn visit the children for a unique learning experience. games, boat races or an introduction to disc golf.

WEDNESDAY / Costume Creation – Campers will get to use all of their creative energy to help design and build the costumes they will wear in the parade on Thursday. Finish the day watching the exciting disc dog show with Stanley the Supernova Disc Dog and his pals.

THURSDAY / Theme Day Parade – Campers spend a portion of the day adding the final touches to their parade costumes. The day is then wrapped up with our theme parade on the Village Green. (All parents are invited to the parade on the Village Green at 3:30 pm.)

Offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: The Lower Meeting House Check-In Time: 9:15 am – 9:45 am Prior to 10:00 am camp departure, groups play games, ice breakers, and team building games.

Program Cost: $85 per child, per day.

Optional camp lunch program: $6.15 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) or bring a bag lunch.

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Adventure Rangers ages 7 - 10 years

This energetic age range is divided into groups of 7 & 8 year olds and 9 & 10 year olds who enjoy a full slate of adventure activities! At Smuggs we give 7-10 year olds freedom to choose the activities they like – every day!

Campers choose a main focus each day, plus every day includes swimming, team building, and other activities.

Wednesday is Bootleggers’ Basin Day! Adventure Rangers will hike to our beautiful Bootleggers’ Basin after an early lunch and spend the afternoon swimming and participating in activities in the fields around Bootleggers’ including our obstacle race course that weaves through the woods.

MONDAY

ADVENTURE & GAMES

NATURE & HIKING

ARTS & CRAFTS

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Recreational Games: Campers will play a wide assortment of games which could include kickball, dodgeball, SPUD, tag games, kick the can, and more!

Sports Galore: Play disc golf, basketball, street hockey, volleyball, shuffleboard, ultimate Frisbee, and more during this day for sports lovers!

Bootlegger Team Challenge: Participate in an assortment of team oriented field games on our green space overlooking Bootleggers’ Basin or try our wooded Obstacle Race Course.

Bug Hunt: Using our collecting equipment and nature guides, campers will learn about the amazing diversity of insects in a wild meadow, and try to examine some up close and personal!

Brewster River Gorge: Adventure campers will travel off site to explore the awe-inspiring Brewster River Gorge. This is a gentle hike ending at a waterfall that careens through a nearby canyon!

Forest Quest: Campers will hike through our maze of beautiful woodland trails, learning new plants and animals and playing games on the way!

Float your Boat: A fun and exciting day building different types of boats out of new and recycled materials. Once built, the race is on between all campers in the group as they test them out!

Glowing Curiosity: Spend the day creating cool glowing projects including glowing goo, fairy jars, key chains and bracelets; all projects you can take home to show off!

Marker Tie Dye & Friendship Bracelets: Try our new spin on tie dye using Sharpie Marker design techniques. After that, dive into more traditional arts & crafts relaxing on the shore of the beautiful Bootleggers’ Basin!

ADVENTURE OVERNIGHT

Ages 7-10 // Wednesday // Check-in: 4:45 pm - 5:00 pm $49 per child // $40 for each additional child // Meets at the Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley Come spend an overnight with your favorite Adventure Rangers counselors and new friends at the Madonna Base Lodge. Start off with a pizza dinner followed by a dance party with Goodtime Charlie, a bonfire with s’mores, and tons of games. The evening will wind down with the showing of a kid friendly movie. Sleeping bags are provided. Please bring your own pillow, pjs, warm sweater or sweatshirt and any special snacks.

Campers will be dropped off at the Welcome sign at 7:30 am the following morning. Every camper will receive a one-of-a-kind Overnight t-shirt. Sign up at the Guest Service Desk by 12:00 noon on Wednesday.

Additional child rate applies only to children on the same reservation.

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Adventure Rangers ages 7 - 10 years

Offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: Adventure Tent on the Village Green Check-In Time: 9:15 am – 9:45 am Prior to 10:00 am camp departure groups play games, ice breakers, and team building games.

Program Cost: $85 per child, per day. Optional camp lunch program: $7.25 + tax (Adventure Rangers & Notch Squad) or bring a bag lunch.

THURSDAY Low Ropes: Take on the biggest challenge of the week by journeying to our Low Ropes Challenge Course located deep in the woods of Smugglers’ village.

Climb it & Climate: This will be an all-day hike on one of our challenging mountain trails, and will include some sky science such as cloud and weather identification using scientific instruments.

Into the Wild: Use recycled materials to create a variety of projects! Projects include plastic bag totes, journals, leaf prints and other earth art, artsy boxes, and Chia Pets!

FRIDAY The Great Adventure Race: Friday ties the whole

week together when all of the Adventure Rangers get together to participate in the Great Adventure Race. This day-long race incorporates all the programs in the morning and then heats up after lunch, winding throughout the Village.

It challenges campers to come together as a team to solve riddles, get past obstacles and win challenges. Swimming is built into the race! In the end, everyone’s a winner!

SATURDAY/SUNDAY Choose your Adventure!

On weekends we combine all the programs so every camper will be able to choose from a variety of activities which may include parachutes, ice cream making, boat making, GPS tracking, nature hikes, field games, and challenge games. This is a great chance for campers to experience all of our exciting programs so they can then choose a specific program for the upcoming week or when they return next Summer.

Ages 7 - 15 // Monday - Thursday Program meets at the Summer Fun University Stage on the Village Green.

Monday — Meet, Greet, and Move: Get acquainted with the group by sharing songs, dances, and skits that you know from home. Begin planning for your performance on Thursday.

Tuesday — Decision Day: After a day and a half of dancing, singing, and acting you should have a good feel for what the group strengths are. Final decisions are made for Thursday’s performance.

Wednesday — Tune-Up Day: Work on nailing down your performance for Thursday while relaxing by the beautiful Bootleggers’ Basin!

Thursday — Dress Rehearsal & Performance: Dress rehearsal, theme parade teaser performance at 3:45 pm. Finish the day with a performance at the Vermont Country Fair at 5:00 pm.

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Notch Squad ages 11 - 15 years

Choose your own day with something for everyone! Notch Squad groups stay together throughout the day and have the flexibility to choose what they want to do! Campers will get the chance to pick the counselor and itinerary that most appeals to them and go from there. If the group decides to switch it up mid-day, they will have the power to make it happen! Every day will include swimming and games.

Tuesday is Bootleggers’ Basin day! Spend the afternoon at our beautiful Bootleggers’ Basin. All Notch Squad campers will hike to the basin after an early lunch and spend the afternoon swimming and participating in activities in the fields around Bootleggers’ Basin including our NEW obstacle race course that weaves through the woods.

MONDAY

ADVENTURE & GAMES

NATURE & HIKING

ARTS & CRAFTS

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Forest Games: Kick the week off with adventures in the woods.

Play eagle eye, camouflage, capture the flag, and all sorts of other games designed for forest fun. After lunch try out some of our unique sporting options, like disc golf where campers can explore the Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course.

Obstacle Race Course & Field Games: Spend the afternoon at Bootleggers’ Basin playing field games and trying out our obstacle race course that weaves its way through the woods.

Super Sports Day: Campers will get to compete in any number of sporting options, from volleyball and basketball, to street hockey and disc golf! More sports to choose from than campers can play in one day!

Living with Nature: Campers will learn about modern camping by heading out to the woods for the day. Activities will include setting up a campsite, finding and using natural materials that can be found in the forest, and learning the principles of “leave no trace” while investigating the forest.

Ancient Forest & Beaver Pond: Spend the morning traveling to and exploring a nearby ancient forest. Campers will also investigate a nearby beaver colony made up of dozens of pools, dams, and a big beaver lodge all while learning about one of the most intriguing natural inhabitants of our area.

Brewster River Gorge: Campers explore the stunning Brewster River Gorge on a gentle hike to a waterfall that careens through a nearby canyon!

Tie Dye & Stencils: The possibilities with tie dye are endless. Come try making new patterns and designs with a t-shirt provided by Smuggs! While your shirt is soaking you can try your hand at stencils!

Snap Back Trucker Hats: Come try your hand at spray painting and stencil design to make your very own unique design. Wear your piece home that day!

Duct Tape Madness: If you can’t duct it then come out and learn creative ways to make unique projects that you can wear and use. Duct tape bracelets, rings, wallets, earrings, book covers, bags, and more!

Have a Notch Squad aged child who’s interested in the performing arts?

CHECK OUT OUR SOUND & STAGE PROGRAM ON THE PREVIOUS PAGE!

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Notch Squad ages 11 - 15 years

Offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: The Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley Check-In Time: 9:15 am – 9:45 am Prior to 10:00 am camp departure groups play games, ice breakers, and team building games.

Program Cost: $85 per child, per day. Optional camp lunch program: $7.25 + tax (Notch Squad & Adventure Rangers) or bring a bag lunch.

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY/SUNDAY

Woodland Adventure & Low Ropes: Campers learn & play some brand new games, working our way throughout the forest, end up at our Low Ropes Course to practice some skills in preparation for the High Ropes Course on Friday!

High Ropes Adventure: Campers challenge their mind and body as they maneuver around obstacles on our High Ropes Course.

Sterling Pond Hike: Campers take on a challenging hike on the Long Trail through imposing geological formations, fascinating nature, and stunning views of the Notch.

Hogback Diversity Hike: We’ll head down the road to an extraordinary section of Vermont’s Long Trail. This hike will focus on identifying many of the different types of biodiversity in our pocket of Vermont including trees, plants, and birds.

The hike will finish in style with a suspension bridge crossing of the Lamoille River!

Choose your Adventure! On weekends we combine all the programs so every camper will be able to choose from a variety of activities which may include parachutes, ice cream making, boat making, GPS tracking, nature hikes, field games and challenge games. This is a great chance for campers to experience all of our exciting programs so they can then choose a specific program for the upcoming week or when they return next Summer.

Up Cycle: Bring new life to old commonly used items. Recreate t-shirts, tyvek wallets, mini terrariums and so much more.

Make the old new with your take on fashion!

Who Brought the Cool Kid? Make your own buttons to add style to whatever you can stick them on! The rest of the day is spent on a counselor’s choice project.

NOTCH SQUAD OVERNIGHT Ages 11-15 // Tuesday Check-in: 4:45 pm - 5:00 pm $49 per child, $40 for each additional child Meets at the Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley.

Come spend an overnight with your favorite Notch Squad counselors at the Madonna Base Lodge. The night will start off with a pizza dinner followed by floor hockey, dodge ball, other outdoor games and music. The Notch Squad counselors will build a bonfire and campers will be able to roast marshmallows, and make s’mores. The night will end with an evening hike through the darkness of the Vermont wilderness and a movie. Sleeping bags are provided. Please bring your own pillow, sturdy shoes and a warm sweatshirt or sweater.

Campers will be dropped off at the Welcome sign at 7:30 am the following morning. Every camper will receive a one-of-a-kind Overnight t-shirt. Sign up at the Guest Service Desk by 12:00 noon on Tuesday. Additional child rate applies only to children on the same reservation and in the same age group.

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Mountain Explorers ages 16 - 17 years The Mountain Explorers daily program starts with a meet and greet session where you get to see what’s in store each day. A sampling of activities includes: kayaking, swimming, climbing wall, Low & High Ropes Courses, tie-dye, hikes and off-site waterfall adventures.

Program participants have the freedom to come and go as they please. There is a 15% lunch discount offered at the Green Mountain Deli for those who sign up for their activities during the morning check-in. Check-in begins each day at 10:00 am at the Outer Limits Teen Center where there will be postings of the events happening each day, as well as those occurring throughout the week. Interested participants will be able to sign up for some events in advance, while new events and offerings will become available each morning.

EXPLORER BBQ Ages 16-17 // Tuesday 5:00 pm $29 per person // Meets at the Outer Limits Teen Center Come and join us for an evening out at Rum Runners’ Hideaway. Along with a delicious barbecue dinner there will be a pre-dinner swim with fun on the Aqua Jump. Out of the water there will be games, snacks, and a campfire. We will be listening and playing music throughout so bring your iPods and any instruments you’d like to jam with. Teens return to the Village between 9:00 pm and 10:00 pm. Don’t miss out on this fun evening! Sign up at the Guest Service Desk, ext. 1293 or the Tennis & Family Fun Center, ext. 1173 by 12:00 noon on Tuesday. (Weather permitting) EXPLORER MOVIE NIGHT Ages 16-17 // Wednesday 5:00 pm $20 per person // Meets at the Outer Limits Teen Center Join us for a trip to the Essex Cinemas! A shuttle departs from the Outer Limits Teen Center at approximately 5:00 pm and returns between 10:30 pm and 11:30 pm depending on the length of the movie. Counselors will designate two current movies for the campers to choose from no later than Tuesday. Includes transportation, movie ticket, small popcorn, and soda. Space is limited – advance registration and signed permission slip from parents are required. Sign up at the Guest Service Desk, ext. 1293 or the Tennis & Family Fun Center, ext. 1173 by 12:00 noon on Wednesday.

No refunds after 12:00 noon on Wednesday. Minimum of 6 people required for trip to run.

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Offered daily 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Locations: The Outer Limits Teen Center Check-In Time: 9:45 am Prior to 10:00 am camp departure, groups play games, ice breakers, and team building games. Afternoon session begins at 1:00 pm.

Program Cost: $85 per child, per day.

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Adaptive Program ages 3 - Adult

The Smugglers’ Notch Adaptive Program (SNAP) is dedicated to providing therapeutic recreation for children and adults of all abilities in a supportive environment. SNAP experiences are tailored to meet the needs and goals of each individual. The ratio of counselor to camper is based on the individual needs. It is our hope that each camper will leave the SNAP program with feelings of self respect, respect for others and nature, and new skills.

The Summer SNAP Program offers a variety of adventure activities...

• swimming • watersliding • guided hiking • sing-alongs • arts & crafts • kayaking • horseback riding • nature time • climbing wall We also offer an inclusion program in our daily children’s programs. This gives a child with a disability the opportunity to socialize with peers while still maintaining the support he or she needs through the SNAP program.

Swim lessons are available with Swim Whisper trained instructors. This is a technique used in teaching adaptive swim lessons. We offer ½ hour swim lessons for $50 per person, per lesson.

Offered daily 9:15 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: The Lower Meeting House Check-In Time: Full day - 9:15 am Half day - 9:15 am or 1:00 pm Program Cost: Full day SNAP program, 9:15 am - 4:00 pm, $165 per person, per day. Half-day program, 9:15 am - 12:15 pm or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, $99 per person, per half-day.

Optional camp lunch program: $6.15 + tax (ages 3 - 6 years) $7.25 + tax (ages 7 - adult) or bring a bag lunch.

A special Autism Mountain Camp is offered selected weeks during Summer programming. Activities may include sailing on Lake Champlain with Vermont Adaptive, horseback riding, Llama treks, Eurobungy and more. Go to www.smuggs.com/SNAP for the specific weeks that Autism Mountain Camp is offered.

Advanced reservations are required in order to meet each individual’s needs. Due to popular demand we have limited space during our peak weeks. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make your reservation as early as possible. For more information about our program or to book a reservation, please contact the SNAP program directly: Alisa Anderson SNAP Program Manager 802-644-8502 snap@smuggs.com

Shay Whitaker SNAP Program Supervisor 802-644-8502 snap@smuggs.com

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Specialty Programs

NEW additions to High Adventure Experience Camp!

High Adventure Experience Camp, ages 9 - 17 years

Rock Climbing with Peak Expeditions!

High Adventure Experience Camp Kids looking for adventure can mix it up with our High Adventure Experience Camp.

Campers will challenge themselves with the most exciting activities Smuggs has to offer!

5-day Program Schedule:

MONDAY • Aerial Trekking at the ArborTrek Treetop Obstacle Course, where campers navigate their way through 50 elements, as well as climb our rock wall.

TUESDAY • Spend the day at Notchville Park! Climb Raven’s Roost climbing tower, swing on the Giant Swing, soar high into the sky on our Eurobungy, and swim in the pools at Notchville Park. In the afternoon head up to Rum Runners’ Reservoir for exploration, fun and relaxation in the cool mountain water.

WEDNESDAY • Experience our exciting Via Ferrata with Peak Adventures which

includes a waterfall climb and rappelling. Campers will also get to participate in our High Ropes challenge course.

THURSDAY • Enjoy a scenic kayaking adventure and picnic lunch guided by our experienced counselors.

FRIDAY • Come explore, rappel and climb some of Vermont’s beautiful rock climbing spots. Peak Expedition’s professional guides will lead rock climbing expeditions to some of the most pristine rock climbing locations around the area. À la carte options available for children who prefer to sign-up for single days. See descriptions above.

MONDAY • Via Ferrata and High Ropes

TUESDAY • Rocking Climbing with Peak Expeditions

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WEDNESDAY • Scenic Kayaking Adventure THURSDAY • ArborTrek Treetop Obstacle Course FRIDAY • Notchville Park Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, Eurobungy, and Rum Runners’ Reservoir

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Offered Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Locations: The Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley Check-In Time: 8:45 am - 9:00 am Program Cost: Regular price $99 per person, per day. $469 per person for 5-day program. Includes guides, equipment, lunch, and transportation.

Specialty Programs Survival Camp, ages 9 - 17 years

Survival Camp Try it if you dare! Challenge and surprise yourself in nature by joining our Survival Camp. During this five-day journey, campers will learn an array of wilderness survival skills as well as the modern camping and backpacking methods and tactics that complement them. Operating on a weekly schedule based on wilderness survival needs, each day has a specific focus.

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MONDAY: Shelter TUESDAY: Water WEDNESDAY: Fire THURSDAY: Food FRIDAY: Get Lost! Find your way back to the Resort using maps, compasses and the skills you’ve learned throughout the week.

Offered Monday – Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Locations: Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley Check-In Time: 8:45 am - 9:00 am Program Cost: Regular price $99 per person, per day. $469 per person for 5-day program. Includes guides, lunch and all equipment. $49 per person for Thursday overnight, must be in program for at least 1 day.

Daily activities include: • Specific wilderness survival skills • Specific modern camping skills • Plant and animal identification • Tactics for moving, tracking, and escaping in the wilderness • Native American games, stories, and heritage • Hiking, swimming and journaling

SURVIVAL CAMP OVERNIGHT Ages 9 - 17 // Thursday // Check-in: 5:00 pm // $49 per child Meets at the Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley.

Campers put all their skills together for a night of fun on the mountain. Campers will hike to our Survival campsite where they will use a combination of skills they learned throughout the week to make a fire, cook their dinner, and set up a functional campsite! This overnight meets at 5:00 pm and campers get picked up around 8:00 am the next morning. Campers must attend at least one full day of Survival Camp to attend the overnight.

2 DAY/2 NIGHT BACKPACKING EXPLORATION TRIP Ages 13 - 17 // Wednesday & Thursday Check-in: 8:45 am Wednesday, return Friday morning $289 per child // Meets at the Notch Squad Tent next to Teen Alley.

Campers will depart on Wednesday for Vermont’s famed Long Trail, a section of which runs over the spine of our Sterling and Madonna mountains! Starting in beautiful Smugglers’ Notch, the group will climb up to the Sterling Pond shelter where they will make camp for the night. Thursday is spent hiking on the Long Trail to either Beaver Meadow Lodge or Bear Hollow Shelter for the night. Friday morning the group will be up early for a short stroll out to the road where they will be picked up and driven back to the resort for a 9:30 am pick up at the Notch Squad tent! Campers will be carrying portions of their supplies for sleeping and eating and will be accompanied by two fully trained guides with their Wilderness First Aid Certifications. There are privies at both shelter sites. Trip must have a minimum of 4 participants to run.

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Specialty Programs Junior Tennis Camp & Skateboard Camp ages 9 - 17 years

Junior Tennis Camp

Combine fun and learning to build confidence and develop tennis skills. Match technique to court surface, explore game strategies and movement analysis. Groups based on ability level and age.

One ½-hour semi-private lesson and pool time are included. Available June 17 - August 21.

Offered Tuesday – Thursday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Meeting Locations: The Tennis Center Check-In Time: 9:45 am - 10:00 am Program Cost: $90 per person, per day includes lunch and equipment if needed.

Skateboard Camp

Try out our Skateboard Camp at our skatepark! Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced skater, you’ll step it up a notch with the help of our pros. Focus on the fundamentals of balance, position, stopping, falling techniques, and skating safety, while learning new tricks.

Camp includes: • Skilled instruction at Smuggs skatepark • Individual skill assessment • Off-site skatepark session • Lunch & pool time Skateboard Camp may be cancelled due to inclement weather.

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Offered Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Meeting Locations: The Skate Park Check-In Time: 8:45 am - 9:00 am Program Cost: $198 per person for two day program, includes lunch and equipment if needed.

Specialty Programs Disc Golf Camp & Mountain Bike Camp ages 9 - 17 years

Disc Golf Camp

Try out the fastest growing sport in the country!

This three-day program will leave campers eager for more, and includes their own discs and information about local courses to continue play once they return home. Set on one of the nation’s finest courses, the Brewster Ridge Disc Golf Course, with a curriculum designed by Vermont’s reigning disc golf champion Jeff Spring. Every student will have fun, improve, and learn valuable concentration and focus skills while spending time in the woods.

Offered Tuesday – Thursday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Meeting Location: Notch Squad Tent Check-In Time: 9:45 am - 10:00 am Program Cost: $219 per person for 3-day program, $79 per person for single day program. Includes instruction, equipment, and lunch.

Mountain Bike Camp

Mountain Bike Camp is for anyone wanting to learn the basics of trail riding or looking for new challenges.

Discover the joy of riding at your own pace, exploring the forest trails that surround us. In this three-day offering you will also learn about the history of mountain biking and the opportunities to ride at home. Whether taking a first step into a new sport, or fine-tuning advanced technique, Mountain Bike Camp is for anyone looking to ride!

Offered Tuesday – Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Meeting Location: Notch Squad Tent Check-In Time: 8:45 am - 9:00 am Program Cost: $219 per person for 3-day program, $79 per person for single day program. Includes instruction, equipment, and lunch.

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