WHAT IS SPRING VACATION?
Spring Vacation is a weekend retreat designed for adults over 18 years of age with cognitive and developmental disabilities and/or ASD held annually between MArch and April. The retreat is hosted at Grotonwood Camp & Conference Center, an award-winning ADA accessible Lake front facility, where children and adults have enjoyed summer camps for over 60 years. The weekend provides a respite from the everyday and inspires campers to participate in things they would not normally get the opportunity to try at home. Activities usually include an Easter egg hunt, chapel time, campfire with S’mores, archery, outdoor games, hayrides, low and high ropes courses, spring inspired arts & crafts, trivia with prizes, a themed banquet, awards and much more!
March 28-30, 2025
CHECK-IN ON FRIDAY 6-7PM // CHECK-OUT ON SUNDAY 1:00-1:30PM
COST: $450
All inclusive – Includes lodging, meals, activities and entertainment, a 4:1 staffing ratio (staff assist campers with ambulation, activities and personal care), 24hr on site staff RN to administer medications, triage episodic events and supervise COVID-19 CDC protocols.
FIRST TIME CAMPERS MUST COMPLETE AN IN-PERSON ASSESSMENT AND TOUR the facilities PRIOR TO REGISTERING FOR CAMP.
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.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
Spring Vacation is a weekend retreat designed for adults over 18 years of age with cognitive and developmental disabilities and/or on the Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our ratio of staff to camper care is strictly 1:4. To enjoy a successful experience, campers must be moderately-independent and have a level of mobility that allows for climbing stairs, traversing uneven terrain and standing for pro-longed periods of time unassisted. Staff provide assistance with meal times and ADL’s and ensure engagement and participation at activities.
Our focus is to inspire friendship, fun and fellowship through activities that stimulate conversation and provide opportunity for skill building and socialization. Our program activities such as archery for example work on fine motor skills and our Drum Alive cardio workouts incorporate aerobic exercise. Spring Vacation provides a respite from the everyday and inspires campers to participate things they would not normally get the opportunity to try at home.
Whilst we strive to provide camping experiences for all campers, this particular session is not suitable for adults requiring 1:1 care, or those who have limited mobility as the program requires campers to climb stairs, traverse uneven terrain and stand for pro-longed periods of time unassisted. Grotonwood provides exclusive programs every June for wheelchair users and those requiring a higher ratio of care.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Camp Store: Our campers will have the opportunity to visit the camp store on a daily basis during their stay. The camp store sells candy, snacks, ice cream and soda, along with modestly priced camp merchandise such as sweatshirts, hats, sweat pants, leggings, tote bags and back packs, plush toys, and water bottles to name a few. Prices range from $5-$35.
We operate a ‘cashless’ system; All spending money is added to your camper’s account using our registration software. Any unspent store money is returned at the end of their stay.
$35-$50 is the recommended amount for a weekend of camp. You should deposit more if multiple item of clothing or specialty items are to be purchased. Camp staff are on hand to provide dietary and budgetary supervision.
Click here to top-up your camper’s store account.
The prices quoted above include accommodation, 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 do require certain minimum levels of mobility, self help 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 which is applied to session fees. Please review our Payment & Refund Policy to learn more.
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.
FINANCIAL AID IS AVAILABLE
Tuition costs should never be the barrier preventing campers from attending camp. We're able to provide financial assistance to those who require it in order to attend. Simply complete a Campership Request Form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. The request must be received two weeks before the chosen session start date.
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.