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Connecticut Sun Camp Day
Campers participate in activities that include sports, arts and crafts, outdoor games, literacy, drama, music, dress up days, water activities, and special events all within a caring and safe environment. Breakfast and Lunch is provided. We offer financial aid for families that qualify.

If your child has any special needs or requires special assistance, you must include this information on the registration.  Formal assessment will be required.  See link  for requested accommodation.  Requests must be made before May 25 to ensure proper staffing.  
Parent information form:   https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/j4635fYMW3f89c608AzTB8cX2 
Teacher information form:  
https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/BdWmYT2z10MoNl3DrbS08jRP5
HIPAA Form: (See Attachment Below)

Campers must have completed kindergarten.

Registration for CAMP must be received by 11:59 pm the Thursday before the camp starts.
Registration for FIELD TRIPS must be received by 11:59 pm the Sunday before the camp starts.

Camp registration DOES NOT INCLUDE field trips.

Field trip registrations are optional and are available for an additional fee but campers must be registered for the appropriate week and site of summer camp to register for trips.  

Drop off is 8:00 - 8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30 - 3:00 pm
Extended Camp Hour -- 3:00 - 4:00 pm (Available for an additional fee)

WAIT LIST indicates that the Camp or Field Trip is full. 
You will be notified by EMAIL:
(1) If your child is accepted into the activity.
            OR
(2) If we are unable to accommodate your child and your fee has been refunded.

Parks and Recreation State License Statement
Per Connecticut General Statute 19a-77 we are required to disclose that our programs are not licensed by the State Office of Early Childhood.

The Summer Camp Parent Handbook is available here.

Additional Forms and Files: Links:
Week 1: All Together Now
Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Week 1: All Together Now 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  06/23/2025 - 06/27/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 1: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  06/23/2025 - 06/27/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 1: Ocean Beach 
5y - 12y N/A F  06/27/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Ocean Beach Park, New London 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Bring: Towel, Swimsuit, Sunscreen, Lunch (optional), Water Bottles, Snack, (Optional) Money for Ice Cream (Max. $7.00)

Week 2: Patriotic Pride
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Week 2: Patriotic Pride 
5y - 12y N/A MTuW  06/30/2025 - 07/02/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$75.00 Res, $95.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 2: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuW  06/30/2025 - 07/02/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$12.00 Res, $21.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 2: Mini Golf 
5y - 12y N/A W  07/02/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Mini Golf (Route 184) 		$15.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
Bring: Snacks, Water Bottles, Sunscreen and Hat.

Week 3: Wild West
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Week 3: Wild West 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/07/2025 - 07/11/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 3: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/07/2025 - 07/11/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 3: Kotfer Farm 
5y - 7y N/A W  07/09/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Kotfer Farm 		$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.
 
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Week 3: CT Sun Women's Basketball Game 
8y - 12y N/A W  07/09/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
CT Sun Women's Basketball Game 		$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
The Sun will host their annual Camp Day on Wednesday, July 9, at 11:00 AM ET, featuring an exciting game against the Seattle Storm. Don’t miss the action and the fun-filled atmosphere of this special event!
 
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Week 3: GOSA Hike--Avery Farm North 
5y - 12y N/A Th  07/10/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Avery Farm North 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This is a loop trail through forest and meadows with marsh views. Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.
 
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Week 3: Ocean Beach 
5y - 12y N/A F  07/11/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Ocean Beach Park, New London 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Bring: Towel, Swimsuit, Sunscreen, Lunch (Optional), Water Bottles, Snack, (Optional) Money for Ice Cream (Max. $7.00)

Week 4: Space Exploration
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Week 4: Space Exploration 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/14/2025 - 07/18/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 4: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/14/2025 - 07/18/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 4: Niantic Children's Museum 
5y - 6y N/A W  07/16/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Niantic Children's Museum 		$23.00 Res, $23.00 Non-Res
Bring: Snack and Water Bottle. Make Sure Children Are Wearing Sneakers. We WILL NOT be Visiting the Gift Shop.
 
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Week 4: CT Science Center/Butterfly Exhibit 
7y - 12y N/A W  07/16/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
CT Science Center 		$60.00 Res, $60.00 Non-Res
To Include BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT!!!! Bring: Snack, Water Bottle and Lunch. We WILL NOT be Visiting the Gift Shop.
 
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Week 4: GOSA Hike--Candlewood Ridge 
5y - 12y N/A Th  07/17/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Candlewood Ridge 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This is a loop trail through the forest with views from atop the ridge. Wear sneakers and play clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.

Week 5: Sports & Fitness
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Week 5: Sports & Fitness 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/21/2025 - 07/25/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 5: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/21/2025 - 07/25/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 5: Bluff Point 
5y - 7y N/A W  07/23/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Bluff Point 		$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.
 
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Week 5: Yawgoo Valley Water Park (WAIVER REQUIRED!) 
8y - 12y N/A W  07/23/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Yawgoo Valley Water Park 		$47.00 Res, $47.00 Non-Res
Yawgoo Valley Water Park has over 700 feet of thrilling water slides, three refreshing pools, and a private outdoor setting, it’s ideal for friends looking to cool off and have fun.
 
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Week 5: GOSA Hike--The Merritt Family Forest 
5y - 12y N/A Th  07/24/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Merritt Family Farm 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This is a loop trail through the forest and across bog bridges over two brooks. Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.

Week 6: Spirit Week
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Week 6: Spirit Week 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 6: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 6: Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center 
5y - 7y N/A W  07/30/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Dennison Pequotsepos Nature Center 		$17.00 Res, $17.00 Non-Res
Bring: Snack and Water Bottle. We WILL NOT be visiting the Gift Shop.
 
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Week 6: Mystic Aquarium 
8y - 12y N/A W  07/30/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Mystic Aquarium 		$32.00 Res, $32.00 Non-Res
Bring: Snack, Water Bottle and Lunch. We WILL NOT be Visiting the Gift Shop.
 
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Week 6: GOSA Hike--Haley Farm 
5y - 12y N/A Th  07/31/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Haley Farm 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This loops trails through forests and meadows with views of Palmer Cove. Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.
 
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Week 6: Ocean Beach 
5y - 12y N/A F  08/01/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Ocean Beach Park, New London 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Bring: Towel, Swimsuit, Sunscreen, Lunch (Optional), Water Bottles, Snack, (Optional) Money for Ice Cream (Max. $7.00)

Week 7: Camp's Got Talent
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Week 7: Camp's Got Talent 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$125.00 Res, $145.00 Non-Res
Drop off is 8:00-8:30 am -- Pick up is 2:30-3:00 pm
 
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Week 7: Extended Camp Hour 
5y - 12y N/A MTuWThF  08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Northeast Academy Arts Magnet School 		$20.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
 
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Week 7: Mystic Luxury Theatre 
5y - 12y N/A W  08/06/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Mystic Luxury Theatre 		$24.00 Res, $24.00 Non-Res
Price includes Mini Popcorn & Drink.
 
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Week 7: GOSA Hike--The Sheep Farm 
5y - 12y N/A Th  08/07/2025
08:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Sheep Farm 		$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
This is a trail loop through forest, crossing Fort Hill Brook, with waterfall views. Wear Sneakers and Play Clothes. Bring: Water Bottle and Snack.

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