Patriot Camp

June 20 - June 24: Terrific Trip Week

Off we go to Playland Amusement Park, Jumpz, and Danbury Duckpin Lanes with an ice cream stop along the way! While on campus, campers will participate in a mixture of group activities. Arts & crafts, sports, games and our famous Patriot Plunge water slide will add to the excitement of this week. A permission slip (to be emailed in late May) must be completed and returned to Ridgefield Academy in order for campers to attend Terrific Trip Week.

June 27 - July 1: Super Duper Science with Mr. Nash

Come explore the exciting world of science! Join Mr. Nash as we make things bubble, change colors, and fizz. Work with your fellow campers to build towers and structures, launch rockets, and taste delicious science treats. Campers will create erupting Mentos volcanoes, participate in STEM challenges, code and program, enjoy a water balloon and squirt gun battle, and take home memories to last a lifetime.

July 5 - July 8: Art Adventure & Survivor Camp (Closed Monday)

Students who enjoy creative expression through art will be encouraged to experiment using a variety of mediums and techniques to make artistic masterpieces during the Art Adventure/Survivor Camp week. Classes will be grouped by grade level:

Artsy Animals (K & Grade 1)

Campers entering Kindergarten and Grade 1 in the fall, will spend this week creating colorful animals! They will spend four days painting, collaging, and sculpting animals from around the world. Each day will focus on a different group of animals including arctic animals, ocean creatures, desert dwellers, and jungle animals. Campers will create four individual projects to bring home with them at the end of this creative week.

Spectacular Sculptures (Grades 2 & 3)

Get ready to create colorful sculptures! Throughout this week, campers entering Grades 2 - 3 in the fall, will use plaster of paris, wire, cardboard, and other surprising materials to create a variety of three-dimensional sculptures including piñatas and lanterns. Campers will create four individual projects to bring home with them at the end of the week.

Survivor Camp (Second Half of Each Day)

The second half of each camp day will offer endless activities at Survivor Camp! During this week, campers will work together in teams and challenge each other to become the ultimate Survivor Champions. Activities such as Capture the Medallion, Rhinoball, Pirate Ship, and Hide and Go Seek are just a few of the games that campers will participate in during the week. An exciting obstacle course and RA’s famous ice cream eating contest will be part of the fun as well! Each day will be packed with surprises that will test one’s physical and mental skills.

July 11 - July 15: Junior Sports Academy at RA

RA Athletic Director Beth MacInnes is excited to offer a Junior Sports Academy on RA’s beautiful campus. This multi-sport week will focus on the development of skills and strategies. A different sport is highlighted each day so that campers can experience these sports on a deeper level through competitions and games.

Each day of Junior Sports Academy is broken up into two sessions:

Morning Session: Take a deep dive into the sports of soccer, lacrosse, basketball, and baseball/softball.
Afternoon Elective Session: Campers choose daily among the following: rock climbing, kickball, floor hockey, and volleyball. Children will also have the opportunity to cool down on the Patriot Plunge water slide, run through the sprinklers on campus, or spend time on the new playground.

July 18 - July 22: Breads to Brownies

During this week, young chefs will spend half their camp day in the kitchen experimenting with different recipes. Budding bakers will have the opportunity to try their hands at dessert decorating and making chips from scratch. Some days will be spent preparing healthy treats and other days we'll enjoy a guilty pleasure. While our goodies bake, campers will use their artistic skills to work on a craft or project related to the recipe of the day.

The second half of each camp day will offer an exciting mixture of traditional day camp activities. Children will have the opportunity to cool down on the Patriot Plunge water slide, run through the sprinklers on campus, or spend time on the new playground.

July 25 - July 29: Obstacles and Popsicles!

If you think this camp sounds silly and fun, you’re right! Campers will navigate different obstacle courses each day and celebrate their success with colorful, dripping popsicles. Other activities during the day include trips down the RA Patriot Plunge water slide, relay races, themed arts and crafts, face painting, and more! Each day will be dedicated to a different theme and campers are encouraged to arrive in their spirited attire!

Patriot Camp is designed for children entering Kindergarten through Grade 3 and offers numerous opportunities to integrate both physical activity and educational challenges.

Weekly fees are $450 except Week 3 which is $360 (closed July 5). Camp hours are from 9am to 3:30pm with the option of extended care beginning at 8:00am and continuing until 5:00pm (additional charges apply).

For questions regarding Patriot Camp, please contact Donna Kauth by phone at (203) 894-1800 x106 or by email at dkauth@ridgefieldacademy.org.

Ridgefield Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin. All staff-to-camper ratios meet or exceed the State of Connecticut requirements. Although there is no onsite registered nurse, all directors and key staff are American Red Cross certified in First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. The local fire and health departments have inspected all our facilities and equipment. Ridgefield Academy summer programs are accredited by the State of Connecticut.

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