MINI VACATION weekend
Arrive Friday 1:30pm - Depart Sunday 1:00pm
Our Mini Vacation Weekends offer all the benefit of a week-long session on a reduced time-scale.
Campers enjoy the best of Grotonwood events and activities during their two-night, three-day stay.
Mini Vacation can also be added to your camper’s week-long session to extend their stay.
Physical or verbal aggression towards camp staff or other campers will not be tolerated.
MINI VACATION weekend - $425
weekend #1 - July 12 - 14, 2024
weekend #2 - JULY 26 - 28, 2024
Grotonwood uses an online registration system, called CampBrain for all camper registrations. Please use the button above to register for camp.
If you require guidance, please do not hesitate to call the camp office on 978 448 5763.
THIS SESSION IS IDEAL FOR
Campers who would thrive under a 4:1 ratio of care
Campers who are able to ambulate, climb stairs and traverse uneven terrain independently
First-time campers who are apprehensive about a week-long stay
Campers unable to attend mid-week sessions
Returning campers wanting to extend their stay at camp by adding two days to the beginning or end of any 4:1 camp session
Physical or verbal aggression towards camp staff or other campers will not be tolerated.
first time campers must complete an in-person assessment and tour of camp prior to registering.
Please call the camp office at 978 448 5763 or email breezee@grotonwood.org to arrange.
SESSION HIGHLIGHTS:
Supervised swimming, scenic excursion on Lost Lake aboard our Pontoon boat, singalong concert around the campfire with S’mores, team sports, arts & crafts, Archery Chapel-time and Trivia Battles.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
The prices quoted includes accommodation, staffing, medical supervision, activities and meals.
We maintain a 4:1 ratio for the whole weekend.
Our desire is to provide camping experiences to all adults with disabilities, however, our current programs and safe ratios of care do require certain minimum levels of mobility, self help, safety awareness and social skills. If you’re unsure if camp will be suitable please contact the office at (978) 448 5763.
A non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. Any registrations cancelled more than two weeks before the chosen session will receive a full refund minus the non-refundable deposit. There are no refunds for cancellations less than two weeks before the chosen session. If Grotonwood cancels a program for any reason, a full refund will be provided.
Our full-time registered nurses are on site 24 hours a day and manage medication administration and triage episodic events. Medical and Camp Forms MUST be returned at least two weeks before the session start date. Find a complete list of all the required documents here.
It is recommended campers bring a minimum of $35 pocket money to spend during visits to the camp’s country store.
Check-in begins Friday between 1:30PM and 2:30PM
Check-out is Sunday between 1:00PM and 1:30PM
LUGGAGE, LABELS & PACKING LIST
All items (including bedding) should fit in to no more than 2 secure and well-labeled pieces of luggage. We recommend one (1) suitcase, trunk or duffel bag and one (1) backpack for personal and comfort items. To ensure the safe return of your camper’s belongings, please ensure ALL their stuff is labeled. There are lots of great iron on options available online, or you can just use a sharpie. Please leave electronic devices and mobile phone at home.
Be sure to pack and label all bedding, including pillow/cover, flat sheet, the insides of shoes, towels (use washing label), laundry bag, toiletries and plush toys. For efficiency (and peace of mind!) we recommend packing one outfit, including underwear and socks into a labeled gallon Zip Lock bag for each day of the week, see below for further guidance.
Our counselors will love you for it! ❤️
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
We are a tech-free camp, whilst mobile phones and other electronic devices are allowed they are not recommended. This policy applies also to our staff, who instead operate a two-way radio for communication. PEC systems and other communication devices are welcome. Rest assured that in the event of an emergency, ill-health, or, extreme homesickness the Program Unit Leader or Camp Director will contact you.
If you wish to communicate with your camper, consider sending an email (one email per day) which should include news from home, or, send a care package (no food) to the address below. Please keep communications positive, light and encouraging, especially if you know your camper may struggle with homesickness. Kindly refrain from calling the camp office for regular updates (we’ll be way too busy having fun!).
The camp will not be held liable for damage or theft of electronic devices or any other valuable, cherished, or irreplaceable items.
THE CAMP STORE
$35 is the recommended amount for a weekend stay. You should deposit more if multiple items are to be purchased.
We operate a ‘cashless’ system; All spending money is added to your camper’s account using our registration software. Any unspent money is returned at the end of your camper’s stay along with receipts.
Overnight campers will have the opportunity to visit the camp store on a daily basis. The camp store sells candy, snacks, ice creams and soda along with modestly priced camp merchandise such as sweatshirts, hats, sweat pants, bags and back packs, pens, plush toys, water bottles and notebooks to name a few. Prices range from $5-$35.
HOMESICKNESS & COMMUNICATION
The camp Director will contact you in the event of emergency, ill-health or extreme homesickness. We ask that you kindly refrain from calling the camp office for regular updates. If you wish to communicate with your camper, consider sending a care package (no food) or an email (one email per day).
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
Tuition costs should never be the barrier preventing campers from attending summer camp. We're able to provide financial assistance to those who require it. Simply complete our quick and easy online Campership Request Form and we will get back to you within a week. The request must be received at least 10 days before the chosen session start date.
Note that you are responsible for the minimum deposit for your chosen session. Your Campership award will be applied toward the balance due and will rarely cover the outstanding balance so please make provision for this.
FAITH BASED ACTIVITIES
Our faith based programming focuses on sharing fundamental Christian values, such as treating each other as we would want to be treated, restorative justice practices, and love in action through word and deeds. Practical activities include prayer, mostly before each meal and in chapel, singing and dancing to christian inspired music, and daily chapel services.
Participation in faith based activities in voluntary and campers do not have to be affiliated with any religious organization to take part, we plan programming on the assumption that most campers are experiencing a Christian environment for the first time. We simply ask that campers and staff respect the Christian values we uphold and conversely we meet each camper wherever they are at in their spiritual walk. We encourages curiosity, tolerance and respect through open discussion using Christianity as the foundation and spring board for understanding.
Grotonwood complies with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (105 CMR 430,000), and is licensed by the Groton Board of Health.
Copies of camp policies on background checks, health care and discipline policies are available on request.
