We are a small camp of 100 children and about 45 staff. Most campers attend for the full season: June 29 through the Sunday two weeks before Labor Day. First-time campers commit to the month of July (June 29 - July 30) with the option to stay for the full summer, which almost all do.
In 2024, camp will run from Saturday, June 29 through Sunday, August 18.
Why a full season? A shorter camp experience is an adventure away from home, but a full season enables real growth. Each child has the time to become part of a cohesive community, face any challenges and opportunities, and work through them.
Each summer is planned: slow beginning weeks as each child becomes a respected member of their cabin group; middle weeks developing individual interests and friends of all ages in these areas; and a closing week full of performances and culminating activities.
New campers who aren't sure about the full season can commit to the month of July and make the decision about staying longer after three weeks, when they have been at camp long enough that the ways of individualizing their schedule have started.
The benefits of a full season:
“It takes that long to build community every summer. It’s almost like baking - you would be taking a cake out halfway and not getting the full product. The seven and a half weeks are very intentional, and every week there’s a certain level of growth & community that is formed, and it takes that long.”
— Kelli W
“The full summer is the way to do it. It’s the way to really have the full camp experience, it’s the way to really grow up. Kids will have fun wherever they go, but if you have a child who can handle a slower pace, and the time to get to know themselves and other people, then this is the place for them. ”
— Emily R
“Killooleet is the finest of camps. A camp that gives kids the time, freedom, and structure they need (yes, it's a miraculous balance) to become their best selves. A camp that emphasizes community and responsibility to others, but the campers don't notice what they're learning because they're too busy having fun. I am so grateful my son got to spend five summers here!”