LINCOLN SPORTS
SUMMER CAMP

An exciting adventure in the world of team-building games, new friends, and discoveries is waiting for your child! We are no longer accepting applications but please signup on our waitlist. Changes happen all the time.

WAITLIST

CAMP PROGRAM 2026

CAMP OVERVIEW:

Lincoln Sports Camp offers all children ages 4-12 a local opportunity to explore woods and meadows, play group games, engage in arts and crafts, and splash in the river. It’s a relaxed summer camp that goes back to the basics of kids enjoying the outdoors!


AGES: 4-12 every week
CAMP TIME: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
LOCATION:

4-6 at Lincoln Community School

7-12 at 34 Gove Hill Rd, Lincoln, Vermont

CAMP FEATURES

SPORTS FACILITIES

There is a baseball diamond, tennis courts, basketball hoops, and soccer nets for all sorts of gaming activities.

RIVER ACCESS

The main field and location for camp are along a shallow and play-ready zone of the New Haven river. Perfect for dipping in on hot days!

PAVILION SUNSHADE

Getting out of the sun and still having fun is doable under the timber frame pavilion located at the sports field.

FOREST TRAILS

Kids will have the opportunity to adventure, play and build forts in the Lincoln Sports woods.

CAMPER ACTIVITIES

Lincoln Sports sets aside spots for local campers that might not normally have an opportunity to experience camp. Even if online enrollment is full please reach out to info@lincolnsports.org if you are interested!

SAMPLE ACTIVITIES:

River Swimming
Water Games
Nature Hike
Fort building in the woods
Art and Crafts
Tag/group games/capture the flag
Roast marshmallows
Stories
Trip to Willard’s Woods (older campers)
Sports Games (such as soccer, kickball, tennis, pickleball, basketball, and volleyball)

SAMPLE SCHEDULE:

8:30-9:00 Settle in/free time
9:00-10:00 Activity
10:00ish Snack
10:30-12:00 Activity
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-2:00 Activity/river/water games
2:00-3:00 Free time/closing circle

DATES

WEEK 1: JULY 6 - JULY 12

WEEK 2: JULY 13 - JULY 17

WEEK 3: JULY 20 - JULY 24

WEEK 4: JULY 27 - JULY 31

WEEK 5:AUGUST 3 - AUGUST 7

Ada Thomas, Camp Counselor

Becket Stilwell, Camp Counselor

Cameron Perta, Camp Counselor

Dylan Teer, Social Emotional Support Counselor

Emily Gates, Camp Counselor

Lucy Lawson, Camp Counselor

Noah Germon, Camp Counselor

Waydon Cherington, Camp Counselor

Maureen Rotax, Fox Camp Director

Tiffany Dennison, Kit Camp Director primarily weeks 1 & 2

Maggie Gates, Kit Camp Director, primarily weeks 3, 4, & 5

Anna Howell, Camp Support and part time Counselor weeks 1 & 2

CAMP STAFF

Nola Jackson, Junior Camp Counselor

Scout Heyns, Junior Camp Counselor

Scout Lawson, Junior Camp Counselor

FAQs

  • The camp director will send a detailed list before camp begins. General items to pack include: lunch, snacks, a water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, A pair of sturdy shoes and water/relaxed footwear, extra clothes in a ziplock bag, a bathing suit, and a towel.

  • Lincoln Sports Camp is fortunate to have the beautiful New Haven River nearby to cool off on a hot summer day. The camp director is lifeguard certified and will always be present to supervise swimming activities.

  • All children that are not strong swimmers are required to wear a life jacket when at the river. Please include a life jacket with your child's day pack. If you have specific concerns about your child's swimming ability, please feel free to reach out to us directly.

  • Please ensure that all food allergies are listed in the camp registration documentation prior to the beginning of camp. If your child has a food allergy, we will take necessary precautions while they are at camp.

  • Campers have access to the bathroom located at the Fire Station. Port-a-potties may also be available depending on the size of the camp.

  • Each camper will have their own cubby located under the pavilion to store their belongings.

  • Camp numbers fluctuate but generally range from 20-40 campers each week.

  • There will be times when all kids come together for activities or to eat lunch and also times when they will play separately amongst their age groups. We believe there’s a great benefit for children to both interact as a whole camp and also have the time to explore and play age-appropriate activities.

  • We have access to Burnham Hall just over the bridge from the Lincoln Sports camp during long periods of rain.

  • Your child’s safety is our top priority. Our staff manual and training include emergency preparedness for various situations, including thunderstorms, incidents on and off-site, and more. Lincoln Sports Camp has a strong relationship with local emergency services.

  • The Lincoln Volunteer Fire Department is located directly in front of the Lincoln Sports’ field. Bristol Rescue Squad is located 10 minutes away. The nearest hospital is Porter Medical Center in Middlebury, Vermont.

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