ECHO offers science, stewardship, and engineering-design themed day camps during summer break and school vacation.
Set against the backdrop of the bustling Burlington Waterfront, a day at ECHO camp can move from a behind-the-scenes observation of ECHO’s animal care activities to a LEGO engineering challenge. ECHO offers a selection of exciting science, stewardship, and engineering-design themed day camps for children entering Kindergarten to 3rd grade. Led by STEM educators, our program takes full advantage of ECHO’s exhibits and outdoor location next to beautiful Lake Champlain.
Registration for 2023–2024 Vacation Camps is now full. To join the waitlist, use the waitlist links in the drop-down below each camp.
Camp Scholarships
ECHO has limited scholarship funds available for those requiring financial assistance to participate in our camps.
Apply for a Camp Scholarship
Interested in becoming an ECHO member?
Members receive special discounts on camp rates and early access to registration. To learn more and become a member, visit our Memberships Page.
Questions?
Contact camps@echovermont.org or (802) 864-1848 Ext. 124
2023–2024 Vacation Camps
Registration for all 2023–2024 Vacation Camps is now full.
To join the Vacation Camps waitlist, click the link in the drop-down below your desired camp and fill out the waitlist form.
Signing up for the waitlist does not guarantee a spot in camp. Camp openings are filled from the waitlist on a first come, first served basis.
Monday & Tuesday, November 20–21, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Explore the magic of Autumn in Vermont through art and science! Campers will investigate ecosystem changes this time of year and create colorful crafts to take home in this 2-day, STEAM themed camp.
$150 Members; $180 Non-Members
Wednesday–Friday, December 27–29, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Have you ever wondered how animals survive the winter or wanted to know what’s happening under the snow? What is the science behind the cold, snow and ice? Campers will discover the many wonders of winter in this 3 day camp!
$220 Members; $250 Non-Members
Registration for Winter Wonderland is now full. If you were unable to register but would like to attend camp, please sign up for the Winter Wonderland waitlist. Signing up for the waitlist does not guarantee a spot in camp. Camp openings are filled from the waitlist on a first come, first served basis.
Monday–Friday, February 26 – March 1, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Campers will partake in a week of infinite fun as we journey out of this world! We will investigate the science of space with exciting engineering design challenges, science demos and space themed art. Campers will learn about our awesome universe by exploring planets, gravity and what happens when you enter the vacuum of space.
Monday–Tuesday, March 4–5, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Leap into an early celebration of spring in this 2-day camp full of STEM fun! Campers will explore the science behind the season and the animals that wake up or return to Vermont in the spring.
$150 Members; $180 Non-Members
Registration for Spring Fling is now full. If you were unable to register but would like to attend camp, please sign up for the Spring Fling waitlist. Signing up for the waitlist does not guarantee a spot in camp. Camp openings are filled from the waitlist on a first come, first served basis.
Monday–Friday, April 22–26, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Campers will explore the science of motion in this week long camp. Race a custom LEGO car down a 30 foot track, learn about the forces of flight while designing an airplane, and investigate the awesome forces that shape the world around us!
$360 Members; $390 Non-Members
Registration for Science in Motion is now full. If you were unable to register but would like to attend camp, please sign up for the Science in Motion waitlist. Signing up for the waitlist does not guarantee a spot in camp. Camp openings are filled from the waitlist on a first come, first served basis.