+ EXPLORERS: ENTERING GRADES 1-5

Camp should provide opportunities to try new things, make new friends, and develop a greater sense of self-worth. This is what our Explorer program is all about. Divided into age groups, campers participate in a variety of camp activities designed for fun and learning.

Entering Grades 1-5	1:10 Ratio & All-Adult Counselor Staff
Sports	Athletics
Yoga	Camp Games
Rock Climbing	Archery
4 Cornerstones (Creative, Physical, Exploration, and Reflection Activities)	Weekly Field Trips
Character-Driven	Special Events and Parties

+ WHAT WE DO AT CAMP

Every week at Kidventure is a unique experience intended to provide our campers with a wide variety of activities and events. These adventures are designed to promote fun, learning, and personal development. All activities are based on our 4 Cornerstones of Creativity, Physical Activity, Exploration, and Reflection.

EXPLORER ACTIVITIES (ENTERING GRADES 1-5)

CORNERSTONE	EXAMPLE ACTIVITIES
1. CREATIVITY	Process Art, Craft Art, Game Creation, Egg Drop, Slime
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY	Playground, Gaga Ball, Nine Square, Archery Games, Rock Climbing
3.EXPLORATION	KV Live, Field Trips, Scavenger Hunts, Science Activities
4. REFLECTION	Group Discussion, Yoga, Ribbons, Creative Writing, Team-Building Activities

+ SAMPLE SCHEDULE

Please note: Schedules are subject to change. More details describing our activities can be found in the “What We Do At Camp” section above.

Time	Activity
7 AM-8:45 AM	Pre Camp (Board Games, Group Games, Coloring, etc.)
8:45 AM-9 AM	Regular Drop Off
9:15	Opening Ceremonies
9:45	Snack (KV-Provided)/Small Group Time
10:15	Activity 1
11:00	Activity 2
11:45	Activity 3
12:30	Lunch
1:15	Mid Day Rally (Songs, Dancing, etc)
1:30	Activity 4
2:15	Activity 5
3:00	Closing Ceremonies
3:30-3:45	Regular Pick Up
3:45-6:00	Post Camp (Board Games, Group Games, Coloring, etc.)

+ DATES AND TIMES

Each camp week is Monday-Friday and includes unique activities and events. The cost of each week of camp includes all field trips with transportation on luxury tour buses, guest speakers, daily snack, and all camp activities. Please refer to your specific campsite for costs.

Camp	Times
Pre Camp	7 a.m.-8:45 a.m.
Regular Drop Off	8:45 a.m.-9 a.m.
Regular Camp	9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Regular Pick Up	3:30 p.m.-3:45 p.m.
Post Camp	3:45 p.m.-6 p.m.

+ FIELD TRIPS AND SCHEDULE

Each week we schedule and participate in a Field Trip for Explorers. Field trips are designed to provide greater enrichment, learning, and fun to our summer. All field trip transportation is provided by luxury tour buses with air-conditioning and seat belts.

+ YOUR CAMP TEAM

The most important factor in your child’s camp experience is the quality of their camp team. Without a doubt, we recruit, hire, train, and maintain the most qualified and talented staff anywhere.

All Adult Team: Most are certified teachers or education students
Low Ratios (1:10)
Must have a driving desire to make a difference in the world
All possess a fanatical amount of spirit & energy
All are CPR/First Aid certified for infant, child, and adult
All complete a state-approved sexual abuse prevention course
Every team member goes through annual criminal background and sex offender registry checks.