CATAMOUNT ADVENTURE CAMP
Explore. Discover. Play.
An Outdoor Adventure Camp for Ages Three through Thirteen!
Our adventure-filled summer camp experience featuring aerial park challenges, scenic day hikes, hands-on learning, wilderness skills, team building, arts & crafts, sports, and water fun - all led by our experienced team, including some familiar faces from our winter snow sports crew!
About Adventure Camp
What to Know Before the Adventure Begins!
Camp runs Monday through Friday, from 9am to 3pm.
Campers should bring a bag lunch, snack, and water bottles each day; refrigeration will be available to keep lunches cold.
Please pack the following daily essentials:
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Bathing suit & towel
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Sunscreen & bug spray
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Sweatshirt & full change of clothes
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Footwear suitable for mountain terrain and water play (sneakers, water shoes, rain boots, or hiking boots)
Each week features a fun-filled mix of skill-building activities, arts and crafts, water games, and engaging physical challenges. Campers aged 8 and up will also have the opportunity to take a weekly walking field trip to the Catamount Aerial Adventure Park for climbing fun.
Many of our familiar winter staff members will be returning as Adventure Camp counselors or working in the Aerial Adventure Park!
Other weekly highlights include:
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Scenic chairlift rides
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Picnics at the summit
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Guided adventure walks to explore the mountain and learn outdoor skills
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Hands-on STEM activities
Add-On Option: Climbing Package - For kids who can’t get enough of life in the trees, we offer a Climbing Package—the deal of the millennium! This includes four days of climbing at the Aerial Adventure Park and is available for campers ages 8–13 on select weeks.
Who We Are
The Catamount Summer Camp Crew is a passionate and experienced team dedicated to making every day unforgettable for your kids.
Led by outdoor enthusiasts and seasoned instructors - including some familiar faces from our winter snow sports staff - they bring energy, expertise, and a love of adventure to camp.
Whether guiding campers through aerial park challenges, leading nature hikes, or sparking creativity with arts and crafts, the crew creates a safe, supportive, and fun environment where every child can explore, learn, and grow.

Meet Our Camp Director, Molly Goodrich
from Kinderhook, NY
"I’m Molly Goodrich, the Youth Programs and Snowsports Director at Catamount. I hold a Master of Science in Education with a focus on School Counseling, along with a certificate of advanced study in Mental Health Counseling, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and History.
My professional journey working with children began at age 14 as a ski instructor and volunteer youth track coach. Since then, I’ve gained diverse experience as a CPS worker, daycare director and licensor, assistant dean of students, USA Track & Field Level 1 certified coach, and varsity cross country and track and field coach at a local high school.
My passion is supporting youth in developing positive life skills, fostering a sense of fun within safe boundaries that will help them thrive throughout their lives. I love spending time on the mountain in every season—whether it’s scavenger hunting, hiking, tie-dying, skiing, snowboarding, or enjoying dinner at Fat Cat while listening to live music!"
Meet the Catamount Camp Crew!
Meet some of our dedicated camp crew - many of whom have come full circle, having been campers themselves in years past!
This unique experience gives them a special understanding of what makes camp so memorable and meaningful.
Our team brings a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and passions, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where every child feels supported and inspired. Their firsthand knowledge of the camp’s traditions, combined with fresh ideas and enthusiasm, helps make each summer an unforgettable adventure for all our campers.

Mackenzie, Molly, Andrew

Kian & Emmaline

Andrew & Mackenzie

Bella

Emi

Alex

Kian

Andrew

Emmaline

Meet Our Camp Nurse, Diane Albano, BSN, RN
from Pittsfield, MA
With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and years of hands-on experience, Diane Albano brings expert care and a calm, reassuring presence to Catamount Adventure Camp.
Whether it’s a scraped knee, a reminder to reapply sunscreen, or managing medications and allergies, Diane is here to ensure every camper stays healthy, safe, and ready for adventure. Passionate about working with kids and spending time outdoors, Nurse Diane is an essential part of our camp community.
Schedule

Daily Schedule
8:30am - 8:45am: Arrival - drop off (unpack, play games, get into groups)
9am: Start the day with a morning activity.
10am: Refreshment & hydration break - plus time for bug spray, sunscreen, and bathroom stops!
10:30: Second activity
11:30: Lunch & hydration break - plus time for bug spray, sunscreen, and bathroom stops!
12pm: Third Activity
1pm: Snack & hydration break - plus time for bug spray, sunscreen, and bathroom stops!
1:30: Final activity of the day
2:30pm - 2:45pm: Wrap up & pack up!
3pm: End of day pick-up
Weekly Themes
Get ready to travel back in time to the land of the dinosaurs! Our Jurassic Park-themed week is packed with prehistoric fun, dino-inspired crafts, and exciting outdoor adventures that will ignite every camper’s imagination.
Campers will unleash their inner paleontologists as they dig for fossils, embark on scavenger hunts, and create their own dinosaur eggs to take home. From pasta dinosaurs to paper plate creatures and leaf-painted dino art, each day is filled with hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity about the ancient world.
We’ll stomp and roar our way through dino-themed games like “Capture the Egg” (a Jurassic twist on Capture the Flag), Floor is Lava, and Dino Egg Races & Tosses. Campers will also take part in an Adventure Quest, build their own Dinoculars for spotting prehistoric creatures, and even create their own Jurassic mini-movies using costumes and props!
Don’t forget to dress up for Jurassic Dress-Up Day - whether it's a dinosaur, explorer, or your favorite Jurassic Park character. We’ll also explore volcano science with interactive experiments and cool down with Jurassic-themed storytime featuring dinosaur books that bring the Mesozoic era to life.
It’s a dino-mite week of creativity, exploration, and outdoor fun - perfect for every young adventurer!
Blast off into a week of out-of-this-world fun! During Space Week, campers will journey through the stars with creative crafts, cosmic games, and galactic science experiments that are sure to spark curiosity and imagination.
Campers will kick things off by designing their very own aliens, crafting space helmets, and creating tinfoil hats to protect their brains from “intergalactic mind readers!” Throughout the week, we’ll be making rocket ships, planets, and even lava lamps to simulate the swirling gases of faraway galaxies.
Our sensory stations will include alien sensory bags and mysterious space rocks, perfect for hands-on exploration. Campers will also experience the thrill of launching their own bottle rockets and discovering the wonders of the universe with a visit to our Planetarium experience.
Space-themed games like Alien Tag and dress-up day (come as an astronaut, alien, planet, or your favorite space character!) will add to the fun, while daily activities encourage teamwork, creativity, and discovery.
From crafting the cosmos to launching into science, Space Week is a stellar adventure that’s sure to be a camper favorite!
Ahoy, adventurers! Set sail for a week of ocean exploration, pirate adventures, and under-the-sea fun. Campers will dive into the fascinating world of sea creatures while unleashing their inner mermaids and pirates through imaginative play, creative crafts, and action-packed games.
We’ll journey through the history of the seas, learning about legendary creatures, shipwrecks, and ocean ecosystems. Campers will create their own pirate flags, craft pirate hats, and design pirate money - a.k.a. “pirate booty” - to prepare for an exciting treasure hunt filled with mystery and surprises.
Throughout the week, we’ll explore life under the sea with hands-on learning activities about turtles (and make our own), discover the colorful world of parrots (and craft flying paper parrots), and bring mermaid tales to life through storytelling and dress-up. Don’t forget to come dressed as a pirate, mermaid, or sea creature for a special theme day filled with swashbuckling fun!
Other activities include friendly boat races, splashy water balloon fun, and the ever-popular Mermaids & Pirates Game that brings the entire theme together in an energetic outdoor adventure.
With a perfect mix of imagination, education, and sea-soaked excitement, this week promises waves of fun and memories to treasure forever!
Saddle up, campers - it’s time to head out on the range for a week of Wild West adventure! From gold rush excitement to cowboy crafts, this week brings the spirit of the frontier to life with hands-on fun, creative play, and wide-open outdoor exploration.
Campers will kick off the week by crafting their own sheriff badges and cowboy or cowgirl hats, getting into character for a week full of Western-themed games and activities. We’ll dive into the creatures of the Wild West, learning about the animals that once roamed the frontier, and bring the past to life by making personalized wanted posters - watch out for those "outlaws!"
Young prospectors will try their luck at panning for gold, while artists create beautiful wind chimes inspired by the sights and sounds of the open range. Daily activities will blend creativity and movement, with classic camp games like Capture the Flag taking on a Wild West twist.
With storytelling, discovery, and good old-fashioned outdoor fun, Wild West Week is a chance for campers to unleash their adventurous spirit, work together as a team, and ride into the sunset with unforgettable memories.
Get ready for a week of enchantment, imagination, and mythical fun as we enter the whimsical world of Magical Creatures! Campers will step into a land where dragons soar, unicorns prance, fairies flutter, and wizards cast spells - all while creating magical memories through hands-on activities and creative play.
Throughout the week, campers will craft their own wizard staffs, dragon wings, unicorn horns, and magic wands - perfect for casting pretend spells and bringing their magical identities to life. We’ll also build whimsical fairy houses tucked into the natural landscape, blending creativity with outdoor exploration.
Dress-up day invites everyone to come as their favorite magical creature or character - be it a wizard, fairy, dragon, unicorn, or spell-casting hero. The week also features fantastical games like Capture the Snitch, inspired by a certain magical sport we all know and love!
With endless opportunities for imagination, creative expression, and immersive storytelling, Magical Creatures Week is a dream come true for campers who believe in the magic of summer.
Lights, camera, action! It’s time for campers to step into the spotlight during Movie Making Week - a fun-filled adventure into the world of film, creativity, and performance. Whether they dream of being in front of the camera or behind the scenes, this week offers every child a chance to shine.
Campers will kick things off by designing their very own Hollywood Star, just like the ones on the Walk of Fame! Throughout the week, they’ll dive into costume creation, stage design, and movie star mirrors as they prepare for their big moment. Each camper will get a chance to act, direct, or help produce as we bring their original mini-movies to life with imagination and flair.
Our Talent Show gives everyone a chance to showcase their unique skills - singing, dancing, comedy, magic, and more! And on Dress-Up Day, campers can come as their favorite movie character and walk our red carpet like true stars.
With plenty of glitter, giggles, and behind-the-scenes magic, Movie Making Week is a celebration of self-expression, teamwork, and creative storytelling - roll credits on an unforgettable camp experience!
Calling all curious minds and outdoor adventurers! Nature Explorers Week invites campers to connect with the natural world through hands-on discovery, creative projects, and outdoor skills that spark wonder and appreciation for the environment around us.
Each day will be filled with nature-based activities like flower pressing, leaf painting, and imprinting - turning the beauty of the outdoors into lasting art. Campers will create bird feeders to support local wildlife, craft their own paint brushesfrom natural materials, and build terrariums to bring a piece of the forest home.
We’ll hike in search of natural resources, learn basic survival skills, and work together on group fort building to encourage teamwork and outdoor confidence. Campers will also enjoy sipping Hemlock tea (prepared with staff supervision), creating rhythmic rain sticks, and even experiencing the satisfying fun of bursting strawberries.
Each child will keep a Nature Journal throughout the week, documenting their adventures, discoveries, and reflections. This final week of camp is all about slowing down, exploring deeply, and celebrating the wonder of the world just outside our door.
With fresh air, muddy hands, and open minds - Nature Explorers Week is the perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable summer of learning, laughter, and growth.
Pricing
Age Group | Weekly Price |
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Ages 3-4 | $405 |
Ages 5-7 | $379 |
Ages 8-13 | $329 |
Climbing Add-On (Ages 8-13) | $199 |
Registration
This camp must comply with the regulations of the MDPH & be licensed by the LBOH
Summer Camp drop off will begin at 8:30am in the Berkshire Lodge. Campers should arrive ready to settle into their group when being checked in. At 9am we will start our day with a morning meeting and begin our first activities!
Campers will need to bring a bag lunch, snack, and water bottles - we will have refrigeration to keep their lunches cold. They will also need a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, bug spray, a sweatshirt, a full change of clothes, shoes that can get wet and can comfortably go up and down the mountain (sneakers, water shoes, rain boots or hiking boots).
Please pack a lunch and two snacks for your child(ren) daily; they might need extra food as we will be doing a lot of physical activities they might not do at home. Also, please pack a water bottle that is easy for your child(ren) to carry while hiking. We will refill water bottles multiple times a day to make sure the campers stay hydrated.
Dismissal will happen at 3pm each day in the Berkshire Lodge. Camper’s bags will need to go home each night to ensure they have what they need for a successful next day, to replenish dry bathing suits, towels and a full change of clothes.
Please email
Due to the demand for Summer Camp, we have a No Refund Policy. This product is subject to change based on the weather, but the cost of the program will not be prorated, no refunds will be given.