Horizons Day Camp
Day camp on Lake Fairlee with a wide range of activities.
▌ Editor's read Horizons Day Camp is a day camp located in Fairlee, Vermont, and is part of the Aloha Foundation, which has been providing camp experiences since 1905. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, ensuring adherence to recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. The Aloha Foundation is a non-profit organization. While specific Google reviews for Horizons Day Camp were not readily available, the Aloha Foundation generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.8-star rating from 109 reviews on Google, often praising the beautiful setting and engaging activities. The camp's website highlights a focus on outdoor activities and community for campers aged 5-12. Social media handles for the Aloha Foundation are @alohafoundation on Instagram and AlohaFoundation on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1211905+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Horizons Day Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 121 (1905 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Address: 2968 Lake Morey Rd, Fairlee, VT 05045
- Phone: (802) 333-3400
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1245 for two weeks, $625 for a one-week session.
↗ What parents like
- Waterfront activities
- Apprentice program for older kids
↘ Watch for
- No vegan meal option
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Horizons Day Camp
- What ages does Horizons Day Camp accept?
- Horizons Day Camp is open to children ages 5–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Horizons Day Camp cost?
- Horizons Day Camp publishes $623/week for the standard session. $1245 for two weeks, $625 for a one-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Horizons Day Camp accredited?
- Yes — Horizons Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1905 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Horizons Day Camp?
- Horizons Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1905 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Horizons Day Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Horizons Day Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does Horizons Day Camp offer transportation?
- Horizons Day Camp provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
Planning guides
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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Horizons Day Camp.
- Camp Aloha · Ages 12–17 · $3,073/week
- Camp Aloha · Fairlee, VT · Ages 12–17 · $2,100/week
- Camp Hive · Fairlee, VT · Ages 12–17 · $2,100/week
- Camp Lanakila · Fairlee, VT · Ages 8–14 · $2,100/week
- Aloha Foundation Horseback Riding · Aloha Foundation Horse Camp · Ages 12–17
- Camp Billings · Camp Billings · Ages 8–15 · $1,100/week