Camp Exclamation Point (CAMP!) is a week-long residential summer camp for underserved rural Vermont kids. We offer a core program of experiences and activities in art, music, environmental science, physical activity, water safety, nutrition, self-care, and literacy. It is a safe and welcoming environment for kids to be kids, where good citizenship is modeled and encouraged, and we empower children to make meaningful personal decisions, learn responsibility and build self-esteem. We strive to provide a stable and rewarding experience that our campers enjoy returning for each summer, and to make this experience available to their brothers and sisters. CAMP! is located at Camp Farnsworth in Thetford, VT, a lovely facility including the private 50-acre Lake Abenaki, owned by the Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains.

 

To apply for your child/children to attend camp, please read the following information carefully.

 

The dates for camp are Sunday, August 11 to Saturday, August 17.

 

Application Deadlines:
• Returning Campers and Siblings: March 31, 2024
• New Campers: April 30, 2024

 

Campers must be currently enrolled in grades 2 through 7 (as of March 2024) in order to attend. Each camper must have their own application and health form.

 

The factors for determining camper eligibility are:

1) financial need, 2) rural (geographic) isolation, 3) disruption of life and education due to frequent moves, and 4) family (parent or guardian) involved in agricultural work. It is not necessary for applicants to meet all criteria.

All campers (and staff) will likely be asked to take a COVID-19 test (antigen or PCR) prior to arriving at camp. Being current with a COVID-19 vaccination/booster is not required but is strongly recommended.

 

Important: Applications for new campers must include a letter of introduction from a teacher or school counselor. This letter should refer to the eligibility criteria noted above, as well as be a general introduction to the child. Please reference any behavioral concerns that we should be aware of or that might cause a challenge in a residential camp setting; it is essential for us to know this information in advance so we can provide the best experience for the child and for all our campers.

 

There is a $30 deposit per camper. The check should be made payable to CAMP!; do not send cash.

 

For each camper, please submit:
1) Application

2) Letter of Introduction (new campers only)

3) Health Information Form

4) Check for $30

 

For each family, please submit seperatelty the Application for Free and Reduced Price School Meals.  Camp gets reimbursement for meals for each qualifying camper.  We only need one application for free and reduced price school meals per family.  This form will be mailed to each family for completion.

Mail completed forms and a check for the deposit(s) to: CAMP!, P.O. Box 91, Richmond, VT 05477
If you have questions about the registration process, or about camp in general, please contact me by e-mail at campexclamationpoint@gmail.com, or by phone at 855-802-CAMP.

 

Scott Moore, Managing Director