ECHO Camps

ECHO offers science, stewardship, and engineering-design themed day camps
during summer break and school vacation.

Set against the backdrop of the bustling Waterfront in Burlington, Vermont, 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 who will be entering 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade in the fall of 2025. Led by STEM educators, our program takes full advantage of ECHO’s exhibits and outdoor location next to beautiful Lake Champlain.

ECHO Memberships
ECHO Members receive discounts on camp rates and exclusive access to our Summer Camp registration lottery. To learn more and become a member, visit our Memberships Page.

Camp Scholarships
ECHO has limited scholarship funds available for those requiring financial assistance to participate in our camps. See below for more information or click here to apply.

Questions?
Contact camps@echovermont.org or (802) 864-1848 Ext. 145

2025 Summer Camps

There are a few spots still available! See camps below to sign up.

Nature Explorers | Grades 1–3 | June 16–20

Three campers gather around to inspect the contents of an owl pellet Monday–Friday, June 16–20, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sign up here

Unravel the wonders of nature on the shores of Lake Champlain and beyond! Campers will learn about local ecosystems through hands-on science investigations, engineering challenges, and animal encounters.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Spy Camp | Grades 1–3 | June 23–27

Two campers use a magnifying glass to inspect a rock Monday–Friday, June 23–27, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sign up here

In this popular returning camp, our ECHO agents in training will use STEM skills to build gadgets, design secret codes, study the science of fingerprints, solve scientific mysteries, and more.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Science Loves Art | Grades 1–3 | June 30–July 3 | SOLD OUT

An ECHO Camp counselor and camper crouch down to draw on the pavement with colorful chalk

Monday–Thursday, June 30–July 3, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration is full – Click here to join the waitlist.

Calling creative campers! Experiment with color, light, physics, and chemistry to create awesome artwork and dynamic designs. During this week at ECHO, campers will curate their own science art show.

ECHO Member Price: $320; Non-Member Price: $352

Nature Explorers | Grades 1–3 | July 7–11

Three campers gather around to inspect the contents of an owl pellet Monday–Friday, July 7–11, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sign up here

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Spy Camp | Grades 1–3 | July 14–18

Two campers use a magnifying glass to inspect a rock Monday–Friday, July 14–18, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sign up here

In this popular returning camp, our ECHO agents in training will use STEM skills to build gadgets, design secret codes, study the science of fingerprints, solve scientific mysteries, and more.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Science Loves Art | Grades 1–3 | July 21–25 | SOLD OUT

An ECHO Camp counselor and camper crouch down to draw on the pavement with colorful chalk

Monday–Friday, July 21–25, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration is full – Click here to join the waitlist.

Calling creative campers! Experiment with color, light, physics, and chemistry to create awesome artwork and dynamic designs. During this week at ECHO, campers will curate their own science art show.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Nature Explorers | Grades 1–3 | July 28–August 1 | SOLD OUT

Three campers gather around to inspect the contents of an owl pellet Monday–Friday, July 28–August 1, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration is full – Click here to join the waitlist.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Spy Camp | Grades 1–3 | August 4–8 | SOLD OUT

Two campers use a magnifying glass to inspect a rock Monday–Friday, August 4–8, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration is full – Click here to join the waitlist.

In this popular returning camp, our ECHO agents in training will use STEM skills to build gadgets, design secret codes, study the science of fingerprints, solve scientific mysteries, and more.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Science Loves Art | Grades 1–3 | August 11–15

An ECHO Camp counselor and camper crouch down to draw on the pavement with colorful chalk

Monday–Friday, August 11–15, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sign up here

Calling creative campers! Experiment with color, light, physics, and chemistry to create awesome artwork and dynamic designs. During this week at ECHO, campers will curate their own science art show.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Nature Explorers | Grades 1–3 | August 18–22 | SOLD OUT

Three campers gather around to inspect the contents of an owl pellet Monday–Friday, August 18–22, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Registration is full – Click here to join the waitlist.

ECHO Member Price: $400; Non-Member Price: $440

Summer Camp Registration Waitlist

If there is a camp you want that is filled, use the link below to join the waitlist.

Openings in camp will fill from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis.

Camp Scholarships

ECHO has limited scholarship funds available for those requiring financial assistance to participate in our camps.

Note: Applications for our scholarship fund are processed separately from general camp registration.

For questions about Summer Camp scholarships, contact camps@echovermont.org or (802) 864-1848 Ext. 145

Summer Camp FAQs

How can I register for Summer Camp?

There are a few spots left. Click the links above to sign up. Or if the camps you want are filled, click here to join the waitlist.

Openings in camps fill from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis.

Does my ECHO Membership provide any benefits when registering for camp?

ECHO Members receive exclusive access to our camp registration lottery, priority access to our Summer Camps waitlist, and a discounted price for camp registration.

To learn more and become an ECHO Member, visit our Memberships Page.

I'm not an ECHO Member. Can I register for Summer Camp?

Registration for 2025 ECHO Summer Camp is now full. At this time, both ECHO Members and non-Members are invited to join the waitlist.

Openings in camp will fill from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis.

Will there be a waitlist? How do I join it?

Click here to join the waitlist.

Openings in camp will fill from the waitlist on a first-come, first-served basis

Can I register or join the waitlist at the front desk at ECHO?

ECHO’s Guest Services representatives are not able to facilitate camp registration from the front desk.

Does ECHO offer camp scholarships?

ECHO has limited scholarship funds available for those requiring financial assistance to participate in our camps. Click here to apply.

Note: Applications for our scholarship fund are processed separately from general camp registration. Scholarship recipients may register for 1 week per child.

At this time, ECHO is no longer accepting scholarship applications for Spring 2025 Vacation Camps.

Why did ECHO switch to a lottery registration?

Due to outstanding demand for ECHO Summer Camps over the past several years, ECHO switched to a lottery process to ease the process of registering for families and improve equity in access to camp.

I have more questions. Who should I contact?

For questions about ECHO Camps, contact camps@echovermont.org or (802) 864-1848 Ext. 145

ECHO offers science, stewardship, and engineering-design themed day camps during summer break and school vacation.

2025 Summer Camps

Summer Camp Registration Waitlist

Camp Scholarships

Summer Camp FAQs

ECHO offers science, stewardship, and engineering-design themed day camps
during summer break and school vacation.