Summer Camps
Summer 2026 Camp Dates
CHT Summer Camp sessions are now open! Register your camper today to reserve your spot!
Click here to sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about Summer 2026.
CHT Camp Sessions
CHT Day Camp – June 15th – June 19th
5 day, day camp for youth ages 6-15 yrs old, mixed diagnoses and their siblings. A great introduction to CHT.
Partner Camp Sessions
Why CHT?
24/7 on-site Medical Care to meet your child’s individual needs.
In cabin counselors who are positive roles models, trained to meet the needs of campers (medically, socially, behaviorally and beyond). Along with facilitating Camp-wide activities for all.
90% of families reported their camper(s) gained self-confidence at CHT.
70% of families reported an increase in medical independence.
Who Can Attend CHT?
Campers aged 7 to 17 years old with a qualifying diagnosis and are socially, mentally and emotionally able to participate in group activities.
* Various respiratory conditions, Autoimmune & HIV, Celiac, Cancer (active treatment & in remission), Cardiac disorders, Cerebal Palsy, Diabetes (welcomed in all CHT sessions), Epilepsy/ Seizure Disorders, Bleeding Disorders, Neuromuscular Diagnosis, Juvenile Arthritis, Spina Bifida, Transplant patients, TBI, Down Syndrome, Other qualifying conditions determined by our Program Team.
Please contact caitlin@campholidaytrails.org
to determine your child’s eligibility.
How Much Does It Cost?
In honor of 50 years of Camp, CHT has decided to decrease our Camper Tuition from $2,000 to a flat, $100 non-refundable application fee for Summer 2026.
The cost to attend Camp is a $100
non-refundable camper fee per camper that will be charged to the card on file once your child’s application has been reviewed and you have received an enrollment email from our Director of Programs.
The Camp Experience
Traditions, activities and moments that make that camp magic.
Camp Traditions
Opening Campfire
On the first night of camp, CHT Counselors perform a unique skit to welcome Campers to CHT and give them a little inside view of Camp along with inviting Campers to join them in some favorite Camp songs.
Johnny Appleseed
“The Earth’s been good to me, and so I thank the Earth…” So begins the “Johnny Appleseed” song that is sung once the entire camp has filed into the dining hall before meals.
Flagpole
Before every meal, Camp meets at our flagpole for announcements and camp songs. Before breakfast, one cabin raises the flag and provides a “thought of the day”. At lunch, we are often sharing all of our “firsts” at Camp and pie-ing counselors. And finally, before dinner, a cabin will lower our flag, provide a “reflection of the day” and find out more about evening programming.
Tidy Bowl
We love healthy competition at Camp! Tidy Bowl is the long-standing daily competition for the cleanest cabin. Blazers act as the judges assessing cabins in a number of categories including the best made beds, the tidiest porch, and the greatest effort shown in cleaning. The winner is then awarded the coveted Golden Plunger for the day.
Evening Programs
Evening programs are times for the entire camp to come together to participate in a larger event that closes the camp day. Some of the events that have become a part of the CHT lexicon include Halloween on the Hill, Dutch Auction, Casino Night, the talent show, and—everyone’s favorite—camp dances.
Book of Firsts
Camp is all about trying new things in a safe environment. At CHT we love to celebrate these “firsts” throughout Camp and ask Campers, staff, Med Team and our volunteers to record their firsts in our “Book of Firsts” for us to look back on throughout the summer and year-round.
Wishboats
A long-standing tradition that is loved by so many- our Wish Boat ceremony occurs during the Closing Campfire. Each cabin decorates a wooden boat on the last night of Camp, whispers their wish into the boat which is then set out on to our Pond where the true magic occurs!
Closing Campfire
Held on the final night of each camp session, the Closing Campfire brings everyone together to reflect on their time at Camp. Each cabin launches a wish boat and leads a song of their choice, followed by a few special Camp songs reserved for this occasion. The evening wraps up with our much-loved Dance, where the celebration continues in the Dining Hall.
Activities
Campers can participate in activities suitable for all ages and abilities including:
- Archery
- Arts & Craft
- Challenge Sports
- Field Sports
- Horse Riding
- Messy Art
- Music
- Nature
- Pool / Swimming
- Canoeing
A Typical Day At Camp Holiday Trails
Morning
7:30 AM
Rise & Shine (optional Early Bird Activity)
Pre-breakfast meds, etc.
8:00 AM
Flagpole
Raise flag, cabin-led song, and thought for the day
8:15 AM
Breakfast
Johnny Appleseed & Trail-o-grams
9:00 AM
Tidy Bowl
Clean camper areas – yahoo!
9:30 AM
Camper Gathering
9:45 AM
Activity
11:00 AM
Snack
Snack delivered to activity areas
11:15 AM
Activity
Afternoon
12:30 PM
Flagpole
Songs, book of firsts, announcements
12:45 PM
Lunch
Johnny Appleseed & Trail-o-grams
1:30 PM
Rest Hour
1 hr rest or quiet activity TBD by Counselors
3:00 PM
Snack
3:15 PM
Free Swim/Play
4:45 PM
Transition time
Change out of wet clothes, prep for dinner
5:15 PM
Flagpole
Songs, announcements, Evening Program details
5:30 PM
Dinner
Johnny Appleseed & Trail-o-grams
Evening
6:30 PM
Evening Program
7:30 PM
WOW (Working on Wellness) Hour
8:30 PM
Snack
8:45 PM
Cabin Time/optional Night Owl Activity
9:30 PM
Sleepy Time
10:00 PM
Lights out – For younger campers
10:30 PM
Lights out – Blazers
Phew. Get ready to do it all again!
Highlights Reel
Interested?
Please fill out our application form to enroll in Camp.
Questions?
Check out are FAQs for more information.