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 Enrollment is open now!
2025 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. We also strongly recommend (but do not require) COVID vaccination for all campers and staff.
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.
See our Ohana Packing List for ideas on what to bring to make your stay even more enjoyable!
If you would like to donate an item to Ohana such as fishing equipment, blankets, towels, swimming tubes, etc. please email Kat Hehir, Ohana Director, or Mikaela LoPriore, Program and Event Coordinator.
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
2025 Ohana Family Camp Rates for Sessions 2 -8 (seven nights)
Ohana’s all inclusive rates are based on your lodging type. The per person, per night fee is approximately $175-$215 for cabins and $157 for tents. Your camp rate includes all camp activities, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and linens. Sessions 2-8 are seven nights and run Saturday to Saturday.
Fees for additional attendees (above the number of people included in your rate) will be applied to the youngest member of your group.
| Lodging Type | # of beds | Weekly Rate | # of People Included |
Fee for each person above |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Adult |
Child (ages 4-17) |
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| 1-Bedroom Cabin |
2-3 |
$3,000 |
2 |
$1,500 |
$1,100 |
| 2-Bedroom Cabin |
4-5 |
$4,200 |
3 |
$1,500 |
$1,100 |
| 3-Bedroom Cabin |
7 |
$6,450 |
5 |
$1,500 |
$1,100 |
| 4-Bedroom Cabin |
8 |
$8,600 |
7 |
$1,500 |
$1,100 |
| Platform Tent |
4 |
$2,200 |
2 |
$925 |
$925 |
2025 Ohana Family Camp Rates for Session 9 (four nights)
Ohana’s all inclusive rates are based on your lodging type. The per person, per night fee is approximately $215-$260 for cabins and $195 for tents. Your camp rate includes all camp activities, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and linens. Session 9 is four nights and runs Saturday to Wednesday.
Fees for additional attendees (above the number of people included in your rate) will be applied to the youngest member of your group.
| Lodging Type | # of beds | Session 9 Rate | # of People Included |
Fee for each person above |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Adult |
Child (ages 4-17) |
||||
| 1-Bedroom Cabin |
2-3 |
$2,100 |
2 |
$1,065 |
$800 |
| 2-Bedroom Cabin |
4-5 |
$2,900 |
3 |
$1,065 |
$800 |
| 3-Bedroom Cabin |
7 |
$4,500 |
5 |
$1,065 |
$800 |
| 4-Bedroom Cabin |
8 |
$6,100 |
7 |
$1,065 |
$800 |
| Platform Tent |
4 |
$1,575 |
2 |
$700 |
$700 |
Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend 2025 registration form
During the weekend stay, family campers can play tennis, volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Take a guided nature walk in the morning and try out archery or get creative in our Art Barn in the afternoon. Explore the lake by canoe, kayak, and paddle board. Enjoy some fishing or relaxing at the waterfront. Enjoy the incredible view of Middlebrook Valley from the porch of the Main Lodge.
Your weekend will include activities during the day and a special activity each night. Varied and delicious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are prepared fresh with local ingredients. Lodging is in a rustic Ohana cabin, complete with a living room, bedroom(s), bathroom with a shower, and kitchen. Linens included.
2025 Ohana Family Camp Rates for Memorial Day Weekend (three nights)
Ohana’s all inclusive rates are based on your lodging type. The per person, per night fee is approximately $110-$135. Your camp rate includes all camp activities, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and linens. This session runs from Friday to Monday.
Fees for additional attendees (above the number of people included in your rate) will be applied to the youngest member of your group.
| Lodging Type | # of beds | Session Rate | # of People Included |
Fee for each person above |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Adult |
Child (ages 4-17) |
||||
| 1-Bedroom Cabin |
2-3 |
$800 |
2 |
$375 |
$320 |
| 2-Bedroom Cabin |
4-5 |
$1,175 |
3 |
$375 |
$320 |
| 3-Bedroom Cabin |
7 |
$1,765 |
5 |
$375 |
$320 |
| 4-Bedroom Cabin |
8 |
$2,340 |
7 |
$375 |
$320 |
Let’s Connect
We offer camps and programs for people of all ages. Let’s talk about you, your child, your family – and discover together which experience you would value most. There are many options and possibilities!