Ohana
summer program for people of all ages
Camp Overview
Ohana is one of five renowned summer camps operated by the Aloha Foundation. Ohana brings families and friends together to refresh and celebrate their ties, and build new ones with others who enjoy living simply for a time in the out-of-doors, and sharing all that nature has to offer. In the Hawaiian language, ohana means family, community, a circle of good friends, people connected. We welcome family as you define it, and we hope that you will leave Ohana strengthened and reconnected.
During week-long stays at Ohana, family campers swim, fish, canoe, kayak, and sail on Lake Fairlee. They play tennis, volleyball, and basketball on the camp’s own courts – and try their hand at archery or a variety of arts & crafts. From hiking, biking, and sightseeing excursions through the New England countryside to a relaxing time reading in a rocking chair, Ohana has it all. Summer evenings bring campfires, music making, story-telling and s’mores, amateur talent shows and spirited contra dancing, expert talks on cultural and natural history, and other community entertainment.
2025 Ohana families can register now! Check your email or contact us for more details. New family registration opens in October!
2026 Family Camp Dates
Arts
Pottery, mosaic tiles, nature prints, watercolors, jewelry design
Boating
Canoeing, kayaking, sailing and paddleboarding
Challenge
High ropes, climbing tower, off-site hikes
Exploring
Nature walks, gnome homes, nest hunts
Hand Work
Woodworking, leather craft, basketry
Sports
Archery, soccer, tennis, disc golf, volleyball, capture the flag
Waterfront
Swimming, water games, fishing
Wee Ones
Varied programs designed with our youngest campers in mind
Wellness
Yoga, tai chi, belly dancing
Local Attractions
Horseback riding, golf, biking
Safety & Culture
All of our practices have been developed to meet or exceed guidelines put forth by the American Camp Association (ACA), the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and Vermont’s Department of Health.
As always, as we plan for the upcoming camp season, the safety of our campers, counselors, participants, and staff is our top priority. We ask that Ohana campers review and follow the CDC’s guidance for respiratory viruses.
Ohana staff attend pre-camp trainings that cover a wide range of topics. Counselors who are receiving advanced trainings (first aid, lifeguarding, trip leading) also attend Certification Week.
In addition to the safety of our community we also strongly believe in connection without the use of technology. We encourage all participants to leave their phones in their cabins when possible. This is not a requirement, and we understand some health conditions rely on technology.
Cell service in our area is extremely limited and we do not have Wi-Fi widely available for guests. We do not permit the usage of satellite wi-fi receivers, boosters or anything similar. We have two desktop computers with internet access available for guests and we offer Wi-Fi usage in our office building as needed. We recognize the changing nature of connectivity and want to ensure you are able to disconnect as much as possible even if that means you need to connect for a moment to check on life at home.
Accommodations
A stay at Ohana Family Camp is the ultimate family vacation. Whether you stay in a cabin or a platform tent, you and your family can relive the joys of summer camp here in Vermont. Each rustic Ohana cabin contains a living room with a fieldstone fireplace, bedroom(s), a bathroom with shower, and a kitchenette.
CABINS
Ohana’s simple, charming, and comfortably furnished cabins each contain a living room with a fieldstone fireplace, a refrigerator, a modern bathroom with stall shower, and one to four bedrooms with twin beds, bunk beds, and bureaus. All cabins have electricity and an open sitting porch.
CABIN TENTS
Our platform tents each have four twin beds, open shelves, and an end table. The tents do not have electricity but are equipped with flashlights and a solar panel that provides some inside lighting. Each tent also has a covered porch and chairs. Tent guests share a common bathhouse, as well as a fire pit, picnic tables, and a social cottage with a fireplace, electricity, coffee maker, and refrigerator.
Meals
During family camp, Ohana families share varied and delicious homemade breakfasts, lunches, and dinners in the camp’s classic dining hall with its grand stone fireplace and wide covered porch overlooking Lake Fairlee. Ohana’s meals are prepared with fresh produce from local farms. In fact, we source 80% of our food from New England – and half of that comes from within 100 miles of Ohana. The Ohana kitchen provides meat-free menu selections and we will do our best to accommodate your food allergy or restriction. There is something delicious that will appeal to every member of your family.
Daily Schedule
Morning (8am-12pm)
- 8:00-9:00 am: Breakfast
- 9:15-10:30 am: First activity period (campers choose from a wide variety of activities)
- 10:45 am-12 pm: Second activity period (campers choose from a wide variety of activities)
Afternoon (12pm-5pm)
- 12 pm-1 pm: Lunch
- 1 pm-5 pm: Open waterfront
Evening (5:45pm-8pm)
- 5:45 pm: Announcements
- 6 pm-7 pm: Dinner
- 7 pm-8 pm: Evening program
Let’s Connect
We offer camps and programs for people of all ages. Inquire today to learn more!