Yes. Epic Adventure is licensed by the Office of Early Childhood Education in the state of Connecticut. As the operator of a licensed youth camp, we are responsible to be in compliance with all related statutes and regulations. Each year, we apply to the state for licensure which then approves our directors, alternate directors, and medical staff. We also establish policies and procedures that are reviewed and approved by the OEC. The state runs background checks on all staff, makes in-person inspections, and requires reporting on camp practice. 

Campers will be assigned to a team with counselors and supervised at all times. Requests will be made at the time of registration to be paired with friends. We will do our best to accommodate friend requests and ensure kids enjoy camp together.

What You Can Expect:

• All campers will be assigned to a team, consisting of no more than 12 campers and at least 2 counselors.
• Teams will complete daily activities together.
• Days are carefully planned out with supervised activities that range from team challenges, crafts, games, team talks, and day trips off-site.
• Safety and public health guidelines foundational to state-licensed camps will be followed.

Typical Daily Schedule: 

• 8:45a - Drop-off
• 9:00a - Opener and Hype Time
• 9:35a - Team Match-up #1
• "Day Trips" leave at 10 a.m. (Tuesday and Thursday)
• 10:15a - Snack
• 10:30a - Team Match-up #2
• 11:15a - Outdoor Skill Activities, Crafts, etc.
• 12:00p - Lunch
• 12:45p - Team Talk
• 1:30p - Structured Free Time Activities & Afternoon Snack
• 2:15p - Big-Day Theme Activities (ie. Water Wars, Mission Impossible, Messy Day)
• 3:30p - Cool Down and Closer
• 4:00p - Pick-up

Before-care and After-care: 

• 7:30a - Campers may be dropped off as early as 7:30a.
• 5:00p - Campers may be picked up at 5p.
• The cost of Before-care and After-care is $100 per week. 

Offsite trips are scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday of each Middle School week. Campers and staff will travel by state approved transportation (ie. buses) to the various locations. EPIC staff will continue to supervise campers while the vendor staff at each location will oversee the activities and safety under their approved licensing and insurance policies. Scheduled trips are as follows. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ADJUST LOCATIONS AND ACTIVITIES DUE TO WEATHER, SAFETY, CHANGES THAT OCCUR WITH VENDORS, ETC. The safety of our campers and staff will remain paramount. 

Week 1: July 21-25

• Brownstone Adventure Park
• Paintball OR River Tubing (campers have the option to go to one or the other)

Week 2: July 28-August 1

• Lake Compounce Theme Park
• Lakefront Beach Day (location and activities are being finalized and will be posted soon)

Registration will open on the first week of February. We use a company called, Campsite, to manage all reservations and payments. You will create a login and then complete registration information and a payment plan. You'll be prompted in May to log back in and complete all releases, along with uploading a physical for your child or student. State licensing requires a physical. Once you've created your login, you'll be able to log back in at any time to review registrations, add new options, upload forms, etc. 

Yes. A $70 non-refundable deposit is required at registration. Families have the option to make a final payment on May 20 for the remaining balance, or they can split payments up monthly that will be automatically withdrawn at designated dates. Options will be given when completing financial checkout.

All of our Camp Directors and Assistant Directors will go through the state licensing process and be certified by the CT Office of Early Childhood education to direct the camp. In addition, a licensed director of First Aid, alongside adult interns, high school counselors, and an executive staff director will make up the camp leadership team. A counselor-to-student ratio of 1-to-6 will be followed. All personnel will undergo a background check, reference check, interview, and be trained to supervise kids in various camp scenarios. Adventure activities (for Grades 6-8) will occur under the supervision of companies and officials who are licensed for such elements. A full description of activities and wavers for camper participation will be sent in May, or as information and plans are updated. Changes may occur occasionally due to the unforeseen nature of environmental factors (ie. weather), changes with businesses that operate the off-site actives, etc. We will give reasonable notice if/when changes occur. 

Camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids are dropped off between 8:45-9 a.m. and picked up between 4-4:15 p.m. Specific drop-off and pick-up policies and procedures will be explained in the camp prep email/packet sent in June. Before-care and After-care are available for an additional fee of $100 per week. Before-care begins at 7:30 a.m. and After-care ends at 5 p.m.

Campers are responsible to bring a...

• morning snack
• lunch
• water bottle. (a water refill station will be available at all times)

Snacks will be provided each day to boost energy for the afternoon and the "Big Theme Day" activity. Allergies will be reported on health forms and alternate snacks will be provided. 

Activities will range from fun games, water activities, cool crafts, hiking, swimming, relaxing -- and while the camps will offer various thrill-seeking activities for the brave-at-heart (age appropriate), we're confident there are activities that will appeal to all children. 

Students from all backgrounds, both religious and non religious attend. Each day there is a "Team Talk" and "Team Time" discussion when a member of the leadership team or counselor team shares a Bible story that relates to the theme of the camp. Campers then discuss the Bible story in the context of everyday life, learning timeless truths that are life giving and for our good. Last year, the theme of the camp was "Going for Gold" (Olympic Theme), and the stories were from the life of Daniel in the Bible. We talked about perseverance, peer pressure, finding good teammates, and finishing strong -- all in the context of God's plans, provision, and the strength He offers us through this epic journey of life.

Kids will be transported in state approved transportation (ie, busses). At locations, kids will navigate the parks or locations in groups and be supervised by counselors, staff. and approved leaders. The safety and supervision plan will be explained in the final prep emails/packets sent out in June.