Choose your own Minor!
Adventure & Games Minor (click for details)Meeting location: Adventure Tent on the Village Green Monday — Recreational GamesCampers will play a wide assortment of games which could include kickball, dodgeball, SPUD, tag games, kick the can, and more!
Tuesday — Sports GaloreDisc golf, basketball, street hockey, volleyball, shuffleboard, ultimate frisbee, and more during this day for sports lover!
Wednesday — 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.
Thursday — Low RopesLearn and play some unique games working your way through the woods around Smugglers' end up at our Low Ropes Course to practice some balance skills.
Friday — 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 — Campers will be guided to a morning and an afternoon activity from a menu of choices. They will end the day with games on the green from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Saturday Morning Choices:
• In It to Win It: Challenge the entire team to some fun and exciting games of skill & chance.
• Rum Runners’ Hideaway & Beyond Wike: Join us on a 3-hour excursion up Morse Mountain to its alpine “Hideaway.” MUST bring a bag lunch.
• Awesome Arts & Crafts: Join us for some great art projects!
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Saturday Afternoon Choices:
Family Foosball: Ever wonder what it would be like to play in a life size Foosball game?
• Vermont Maple Walk: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the woods while learning to identify different types of maple trees and some sugaring techniques.
• Liquid Fun: Soak your friends with water balloons, and challenge families with our hydro blaster.
Sunday Morning Choices:
• Village Scavenger Hunt: Journey around the Village, follow our clues!
• Morning Walk: Join the Family Walk for an opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a scenic walk
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Sunday Afternoon Choices:
• Forest Heritage Nature Walk: Learn about Vermont's local history as you explore the fields and forests surrounding Smugglers'.
• Bigger is Better...Lifesize Games: Check out Tic Tac Toe, Sticks & Stones or the Snappin' Alligators.
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
CLOSE Arts & Crafts Minor (click for details)Meeting location: Adventure Tent on the Village Green
Monday — Float your BoatWork together to design and build boats out of new and recycled materials. When the boats are complete, the race is on!
Tuesday — Canvas BackpacksUse the Sharpie tie-dye technique to create unique designs on a blank canvas backpack.
Wednesday — Wall to Wall FUN! Choose from a wide variety of art projects and bring your walls to life! Door decorations, collage art, floral monograms, inspirational posters, and everything in between.
(All Adventure groups will go to Bootleggers' Basin for a fun day of swimming, games, crafts, nature exploration and more. Please wear sturdy shoes. Campers can pack a bag lunch or purchase one from our lunch program.)Thursday — Journal MakingCreate, design, and decorate your very own handmade journal.
Friday — Fuse Bead Friday Use beads to create a fun, colorful design and fuse them together. The possibilities are endless!
Saturday & SundaySaturday Morning Choices:
• In It to Win It: Challenge the entire team to some fun and exciting games of skill & chance.
• Rum Runners’ Hideaway & Beyond Wike: Join us on a 3-hour excursion up Morse Mountain to its alpine “Hideaway.” MUST bring a bag lunch.
• Awesome Arts & Crafts: Join us for some great art projects!
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Saturday Afternoon Choices:
Family Foosball: Ever wonder what it would be like to play in a life size Foosball game?
• Vermont Maple Walk: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the woods while learning to identify different types of maple trees and some sugaring techniques
• Liquid Fun: Soak your friends with water balloons, and challenge families with our hydro blaster
Sunday Morning Choices:
• Village Scavenger Hunt: Journey around the Village, follow our clues!
• Morning Walk: Join the Family Walk for an opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a scenic walk.
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Sunday Afternoon Choices:
• Forest Heritage Nature Walk: Learn about Vermont's local history as you explore the fields and forests surrounding Smugglers'
• Bigger is Better...Lifesize Games: Check out Tic Tac Toe, Sticks & Stones or the Snappin' Alligators.
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
CLOSE Nature & Hiking Minor (click for details)Meeting location: Adventure Tent on the Village Green
Monday — Brewster River GorgeAdventure 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!
Tuesday — Trail of Imminent DoomSuccessfully navigate the perilous Trail of Imminent Doom and you'll find yourself in a secluded forest glen with many interesting features!
Wednesday — Forest Quest Hike through our maze of beautiful woodland trails, learning new plants and animals and playing games on the way to Bootleggers'.
Thursday — Climb it & ClimateThis will be a big all-day hike on one of our challenging mountain trails . We will use scientific instruments to explore some sky science, such as cloud and weather identification . Bring a bag lunch or order one from your counselor.
Friday — 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 — Campers will be guided to a morning and an afternoon activity from a menu of choices. They will end the day with games on the green from 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm.
Saturday & Sunday — Campers will be guided to a morning and an afternoon activity from a menu of choices. They will end the day with games on the green from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm.
Saturday Morning Choices:
• In It to Win It: Challenge the entire team to some fun and exciting games of skill & chance.
• Rum Runners’ Hideaway & Beyond Wike: Join us on a 3-hour excursion up Morse Mountain to its alpine “Hideaway.” MUST bring a bag lunch.
• Awesome Arts & Crafts: Join us for some great art projects!
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Saturday Afternoon Choices:
Family Foosball: Ever wonder what it would be like to play in a life size Foosball game?
• Vermont Maple Walk: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the woods while learning to identify different types of maple trees and some sugaring techniques
• Liquid Fun: Soak your friends with water balloons, and challenge families with our hydro blaster.
Sunday Morning Choices:
• Village Scavenger Hunt: Journey around the Village, follow our clues!
• Morning Walk: Join the Family Walk for an opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a scenic walk.
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
Sunday Afternoon Choices:
• Forest Heritage Nature Walk: Learn about Vermont's local history as you explore the fields and forests surrounding Smugglers'
• Bigger is Better...Lifesize Games: Check out Tic Tac Toe, Sticks & Stones or the Snappin' Alligators.
• Camper’s choice: Don’t like the activity choices? Join a group to do a camper’s choice activity.
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General Information:
Wednesday is Bootleggers' Basin Day! Adventure Rangers will hike to our beautiful Bootleggers' Basin. They will spend the day swimming and participate in activities in the fields around Bootleggers' including our obstacle race course that weaves through the woods. Please order a bag lunch from your counselor on Tuesday or bring your own.
Children's Program Lunch: For your convenience, we invite your children to participate in our optional Childrens Program Lunch at an additional fee of $7.25 per child per day, plus tax. Kids Camp Lunch Menu
What should you wear?
• Sturdy sneakers or hiking shoes. NO SANDALS or Crocs allowed.
• Dress for an active outdoor day, including sweatshirt, light jacket or raincoat if needed.
• Please label all of your belongings.
What should you bring to the program?
• Backpack or bag
• Bathing suit & towel
• Camp registration card
• Change of clothes
• Close-toed sturdy shoes
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
Optional:
• Water shoes
• Bug Repellent
CLOSE Beginner - Intermediate Junior Clinic — Open to ages 9 - 15.
This clinic is designed for those players who have never played, have played very little, or could just use some extra work on the FUNdamentals of tennis. Tennis racquet provided if needed.
Monday & Friday, 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm, $21 per youth advanced registration recommended.Early Risers Clinic — Open to ages 5 - 8.
Young tennis enthusiasts, come explore the game of tennis with foam balls and fun play emphasizing fundamental skills and hand-eye coordination. Beginners welcome, equipment provided. This clinic will be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Tuesday & Thursday 9:10 am - 9:45 am. $19 per person. Advance registration required. CLOSE Skate Clinic Level 1Ages 7-18, Monday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm; Tuesday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm & Thursday 10:00 am - 11:30 amLearn the basics of skateboarding and skateboarding safety in this kids only clinic. Learn balance and body position to gain comfort rolling and skating over changing terrain. Equipment provided. One and one half hour clinic.
$30 per person.Skate Clinic Level 2Ages 7-18, Monday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm & Thursday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pmTake your skating up a notch in this hour and a half clinic. Learn the basics of skating ramps and features and the how-to's of performing flat ground tricks in the Smuggs skate park.
Previous skateboard experience is required. Equipment provided. Limited space available, advance registration required. $30 per person. CLOSE 
