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Summer Fun University®

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Summer Fun UniversityThis is not your ordinary camp program!

Harley Johnson

SFU director

Jeff Spring

SFU operations director

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.

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Welcome to Smugglers’ Notch Resort®!

At Summer Fun University (SFU), we are experts in fun for kids, with loads of exciting

activities to try out every Summer! SFU programming revolves around safety, fun and

learning. We strive to engage our campers in fun activities which promote learning,

respect, social and emotional growth, and a connection to nature and community in a

secure environment. Our commitment to keeping our programs fresh and our activities

diverse helps to provide a memorable experience for every child each Summer.

What’s NEW for this Summer? This year we have added a 5th day to the High Adventure

Camp program for ages 9 to 17. Participants will get to try ArborTrek’s NEW Treetop

Obstacle Course, where they can navigate their way through 50 elements, as well as climb

our rock wall. At Bootleggers’ Basin we’ve created a new wooded Obstacle Race Course

to challenge campers. Lastly we’ve added a two-night backpacking overnight for Survival

Camp participants, ages 13 to 17, that will guide campers over the historic spine of the

Green Mountains.

At SFU, we know that kids learn best by doing. That’s why all of our counselors are trained

in experiential facilitation. Campers don’t sit around, they get involved! By the end of the

week, our goal is not only to put smiles on campers’ faces, but to ensure that they have

learned and grown from the new experiences they’ve had and friends they’ve made.

We recommend you register for these programs prior to arrival. If you choose to sign up for

any of our programs upon arrival, you may do so at the Activities Desk (ext. 1293), located

in the Village Center, on a space available basis. Thank you for joining us at Smugglers’

Notch Resort. We’re excited to welcome you into our community and to help create the

experience you’ve been looking for!

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14 High Adventure Experience Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Survival Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Junior Tennis Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Skateboard Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Summer Fun University programs are available June 7 - September 2, 2013

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. TREASURES daytime child care is 50% OFF for families on FamilyFest or Adventure Connection Package.

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Let your young campers begin to explore the world of Smugglers’ Notch in our Trail Blazers program. Trail Blazers is uniquely designed to meet the needs of 5 & 6 year olds who are ready for more of an adventure than Discovery Dynamos (3-4 year olds), and getting ready for Adventure Rangers (7-10 year olds). This all-day 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 to the Low Ropes Course for a day of team building experiences. Campers will have the opportunity to stop and explore at our Village Reservoir on the way.

Monday / Fun on the green – Campers will enjoy a variety of different field games out on our Village Green, then finish the day watching the exciting disc dog show featuring Stanley the Supernova Disc Dog and his pals.

TUESday / creature Feature – Each week our resident professor brings a different exotic animal to visit the children for a unique learning experience.

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.

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.)

FRiday / Bootlegger madness – Campers will spend the afternoon at Bootleggers’ Basin. Groups will be shuttled down after lunch and spend time playing games in the fields and exploring the area with bug nets, magnifying glasses, and view boxes. They even get to spy on the frogs and the fish with our underwater camera!

SaTURday / choose your own Adventure – Campers will get to choose between some of their favorite activities from the week.

Trail Blazers Ages 5 & 6 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. Below you will find more specific information about meeting times and locations, themes and other daily activities.

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.

Monday / gotta move – This will be an action-packed 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 the exciting disc dog show featuring Stanley the Supernova Disc Dog and his pals.

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.

WEdnESday / Blend, build, mix and match – We’ll play with different tools for measuring, mixing, building and blending of solids and liquids. Final creations will be used for playing, eating, or building!

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.)

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 stories, and arts & crafts. Then we’ll hike to the Village Reservoir to see frogs and tadpoles up close, and explore the nature of a forest pond.

Discovery Dynamos Ages 3 & 4 years

offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Meeting location: The Lower Meeting HouseCheck-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. Trail Blazers daily program is INCLUDED with the FamilyFest and Adventure Connection Vacation Packages. Optional camp lunch program: $5.75 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) or bring a bag lunch.

offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Meeting location: The Blue Room adjacent to the ClubhouseCheck-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. Discovery Dynamos daily program is INCLUDED with the FamilyFest and Adventure Connection Vacation Packages. Optional camp lunch program: $5.75 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) or bring a bag lunch.

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Adventure Rangers ages 7 - 10 years

Adventure Rangersages 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 daily! At Smuggs we give 7-10 year olds freedom to choose the activities they like – every day! Campers choose a main focus each day (listed on the left, below), plus every day includes swimming, team building, and other activities as well!monday morning we’ll kick off the week in style with a quick camp meeting, followed by activities on the Village Green. Wednesday is Bootleggers’ Basin day! All 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 NEW obstacle race course that weaves through the woods.

Monday TUESday WEdnESday

advEnTURE & gaMES

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. Try our NEW Obstacle Race Course.

naTURE & hiking

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: New this year, Adventure campers will travel off site to explore the stunning Brewster River Gorge. This is a gentle hike to a stunning 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!

aRTS & CRaFTS

radical rockets: A fun and exciting day building different types of rockets 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!

SoUnd & STagE

meet, greet, and move: We’ll get acquainted by sharing songs, dances, and skits from home. By the end of the day, we’ll start thinking about what to perform on Thursday.

decision day: After a day and a half of dancing, singing, and acting, we’ll have a good feel for what type of performance we’ll go for on Thursday!

Tune-up day: We’ll work on nailing down your performance for Thursday while relaxing by beautiful Bootleggers’ Basin!

ThURSday FRiday SaTURday/SUnday

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.

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!

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.

climb it & climate: This will be a big 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!

Sound & Stage/dress rehearsal: We’ll have a dress rehearsal. Our theme parade teaser performance at 3:45 pm. We’ll finish the day with a performance at the Vermont Country Fair at 5:00 pm.

advEnTURE ovERnighTAges 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 AlleyCome 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.

offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Meeting location: Adventure Tent on the Village GreenCheck-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. Adventure Rangers daily program is INCLUDED with the FamilyFest and Adventure Connection Vacation Packages. Optional camp lunch program: $6.75 + tax (Adventure Rangers & Notch Squad) or bring a bag lunch.

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Notch SquadAges 11 - 15 years

Notch SquadAges 11 - 15 years

Choose your own day with something for everyone! Notch Squad groups will stay together throughout the day, but still 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, the group 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 TUESday WEdnESday

advEnTURE & gaMES

campers choice: From volleyball and capture the flag, to disc golf and tag games, there is a ton to do in the fields and forests around Bootleggers’ Basin.

obstacle race course & Field games: Spend the afternoon at Bootleggers’ Basin playing field games and trying out our NEW 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!

naTURE & hiking

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.

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 around Bootleggers’ Basin!

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

aRTS & CRaFTS

Tie dye & Styled Sunglasses: The possibilities with tie dye are endless. Come try making new patterns and designs with a t-shirt provided by Smuggs! While you’re at it fashion a new pair of sunnies using fun new materials and your own creativity!

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!

SoUnd & STagE

meet, greet, and move: We’ll get acquainted by sharing songs, dances, and skits from home. By the end of the day we’ll start thinking about what to perform on Thursday.

decision day: After a day and a half of dancing, singing, and acting, we’ll have a good feel for what the groups talents are. We’ll use your time lounging by Bootleggers’ Basin to decide on what type of performance we’ll go for on Thursday.

Tune-up day: Spend the day working on nailing down our performance for Thursday.

ThURSday FRiday SaTURday/SUnday

woodland Adventure & low ropes: Camper 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.

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.

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: New this year! 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!

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 stickers to add style to whatever you can stick them on! Make fashionable jewelry and wallets using our colorful duct tape. Spend the rest of the day silk screening your tie dye from Monday!

Sound & Stage/dress rehearsal: We’ll practice for the evening’s performance, then finish the day with a performance at the Vermont Country Fair at 5:00 pm.

review & recap: We’ll review last night’s performance and talk about new ideas. We’ll try out some things that weren’t able to get to throughout the week!

noTch SQuAd overnIghTAges 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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offered daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Meeting location: The Notch Squad Tent next to Teen AlleyCheck-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. The Notch Squad daily program is INCLUDED with the FamilyFest and Adventure Connection Vacation Packages. Optional camp lunch program: $6.75 + tax (Notch Squad & Adventure Rangers) or bring a bag lunch.

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Mountain ExplorersAges 16 - 17 years

Adaptive Program

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.

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 of each person. There is no age limit for the SNAP program. 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 •guidedhiking •sing-alongs •arts&crafts •kayaking •horsebackriding •naturetime •climbingwall

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.

New this season we are offering private swim lessons with Swim Whisper trained instructors.  This is a technique used in teaching adaptive swim lessons.  We offer ½ hour swim lessons, two times a day, Monday through Friday. 

A special Autism Mountain Camp is offered selected weeks during Summer programming. Special programming such as sailing on Lake Champlain with Vermont Adaptive and horseback riding are also available. Please call or email for details.

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

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 centerJoin 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.

“Best vacation spots for families with special-needs children” – familyvacationcritic.com

offered daily 9:15 am - 4:00 pmmeeting location: The lower level of the 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, $145 per person, per day. Half-day program, 9:15 am - 12:15 pm or 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, $80 per person, per half-day. Optional camp lunch program: $5.75 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) $6.75 + tax (Notch Squad & Adventure Rangers) or bring a bag lunch.

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offered daily 10:00 am - 4:00 pmmeeting locations: The Outer Limits Teen Centercheck-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. The Mountain Explorer daily program is INCLUDED with the FamilyFest and Adventure Connection Vacation Packages.

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Specialty ProgramsHigh Adventure Experience Camp, ages 9 - 17 years

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high adventure Experience CampKids 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.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 • Kayak down the scenic Lamoille River led by our experienced counselors.

FRiday • Try our exciting tree climbing activity with Peak Adventures using harnesses and ropes. Travel throughout Smugglers’ mountainous areas Geocaching – using GPS units to discover treasure along the way. Take a swim at our Rum Runners’ Hideaway.

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 • GeoCaching and Tree Climbing

WEdnESday • Kayaking on the Lamoille River

ThURSday • ArborTrek Treetop Obstacle Course

FRiday • Notchville Park Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, and Eurobungy

Specialty ProgramsSurvival 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 four-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.

mondAy: ShelterTueSdAy: WaterwedneSdAy: FireThurSdAy: Food

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 ovERnighTAges 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.

2day/2 nighT baCkpaCking ExploRaTion TRipAges 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 Beaver Meadow Lodge, an enclosed camp that sleeps twelve on the eastern side of Morse Mountain. 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. Campers must attend Survival Camp on Wednesday in order to participate on the backpacking overnight trip. Trip must have a minimum of 4 participants to run.

NEW

NEW additions to High Adventure

Experience Camp!

• Five-day program

• ArborTrek Treetop Obstacle Course

• Eurobungy

offered monday – Thursday 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: $459 per person for 5-day program, $99 per person for single day program. Includes guides, equipment, lunch, and transportation. High Adventure Experience Camp is INCLUDED with the Adventure Connection Package. FamilyFest Package guests take 25% OFF.

offered monday – Thursday 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. $369 per person for 4-day program. Includes guides, lunch and all equipment. $49 per person for Thursday overnight, must be in program for at least 1 day. Included in Adventure Connection Package. FamilyFest Package guests take 25% OFF camp program.

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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.

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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.

•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• 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.• 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.

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.

aCTiviTy paRTiCipaTion REQUiREMEnTS Minimum sign up required for select activities.

Camp registration cardBackpack or bagSturdy shoes

Bathing suit & towelChange of clothes Water shoes (optional)

Sunscreen & water bottleBug spray (optional)

CaMp pRogRaM lUnCh For your convenience, we invite your children to participate in our optional Children’s Program Lunch at an additional fee of $5.75 per child, (ages 3-6) and $6.75 per child, (ages 7-15) per day, plus tax.

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

diSCovERy, TRail blazERS, advEnTURE & noTCh SQUad lUnCh MEnUSmondAy: Grilled cheese, veggie burger, and broccoli

TueSdAy: Lasagna rolette, broccoli, and garlic bread

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

ThurSdAy: Baked fish sticks, veggie burger, and broccoli

FrIdAy: Pepperoni pizza, and cheese pizza

SATurdAy: Turkey & cheese roll-ups, broccoli, and garlic bread

SundAy: Mexican taco day

please note: If you have not packed a lunch we will bill your guest account $5.75 + tax (Discovery Dynamos & Trail Blazers programs) or $6.75 + tax ( Adventure Rangers & Notch Squad) for camp lunch.

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Specialty ProgramsJunior Tennis Camp & Skateboard Camps 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.

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 – Thursday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

meeting locations: The Tennis Center

check-In Time: 10:00 am

program cost: $90 per person, per day includes lunch and equipment if needed. Junior Tennis Camp is INCLUDED with the Adventure Connection Package. FamilyFest Package guests take 25% OFF.

offered Tuesday & wednesday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

meeting locations: The Skate Park

check-In Time: 9:00 am

program cost: $198 per person for two day program, includes lunch and equipment if needed. Skateboard Camp is INCLUDED with the Adventure Connection Package. FamilyFest Package guests take 25% OFF.