School Vacation Camps
When school is out, Camp Bernie is in!
Don’t let your break be boring—join us at Camp Bernie for an unforgettable school vacation experience!
Camp Bernie’s School Vacation Camps provide a fun, reliable, and affordable childcare option when schools are on break. With days full of exciting activities- climbing tower, archery range, nature lessons and crafts- children are treated to a little taste of summer camp fun, leaving you to focus on the day ahead knowing the kids are in good hands.
Kids have fun! Parents have peace of mind! Everybody wins!
2026/27 Dates
Registration is now open for 2026 dates. Registration for 2027 dates will open later in the year.
- Yom Kippur - September 21, 2026
- Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 12, 2026
- Teacher Convention - November 5 + 6, 2026
- Winter Break - December 28-30, 2026
- Martin Luther King, Jr Day - January 18, 2027
- Teacher In-Service Day - February 12, 2027
- President's Day - February 15, 2027
- Teacher In-Service Day - March 26, 2027
- Spring Break - March 29-April 2, 2027
- Indigenous Peoples' Day - October 13, 2025
- Teacher Convention - November 6 + 7, 2025
- Thanksgiving - November 28, 2025
- Spring Break - April 3, 6, 7, 8 + 10, 2026
Hours & Rates
- Regular Day: (9AM-4PM) $65
- Before Care: (7AM-9AM) +$15
- Aftercare: (4AM-6PM) +$15
Transportation
Families must provide transportation to and from camp. Check-in / check-out locations are weather-dependent and will be confirmed via email to registered families. Children will only be released to pre-authorized pick-ups.
Lunch
Participants must bring a lunch & have the option to bring their snacks.
Camp Store will be made available for participants who bring cash to purchase snacks or souvenirs.
Registration
Registration closes 48 hours before each vacation camp. In the event that less than five participants register, vacation camp will be canceled and all families notified.
Sample Schedule
| Time | Activity | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00-9:00am | Before Care | |
| 9:00-10:00am | STEAM + Creativity | Slime, structure building, themed art projects |
| 10:10am-11:10pm | Sports + Adventure | Volleyball, sports, air pillow, archery, low ropes course |
| 11:20am-12:20pm | Outdoor Adventure | Fort building, critter show |
| 12:30-1:10pm | Lunch | |
| 1:20-2:20pm | Adventure + Challenge | Climbing tower, hikes, giant swing |
| 2:30-3:30pm | Nature + Recreation | Gaga ball, outdoor cooking, stream, archery |
| 4:00-6:00pm | After Care |