2008
Summer
Fun Club Kids Camp

Looking for something fun and educational for your child this
summer?
Join the Sodom Mountain camp staff for a summer full of themed weeks
and activities.
Each week has been specifically designed to meet the needs of
different types of students.
From cooking to crafts, acting to acrobatics, our camps are fun and
educational.
Pick one, two, or all weeks for a worry-free summer filled with
constant entertainment
Our campground has many years of experience with providing fun for
everyone.
Our entire schedule and links to registration materials
appear below.

Choose
your week(s) and sign up. Space is limited so register early!

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Each
week runs from Monday through Thursday.
Monday - Wednesday: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Thursday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Before and After Care Available! |
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Each camp
session is instructed by a professional and experienced
director. Each day is filled with fun and activities related to
the theme topic instruction. Each day includes time for arts &
crafts, games, pool time with lessons, and free swim time. A
bagged lunch is required for lunch break as well as a snack for
snack time. A towel with bathing suit is needed for swim time,
and be sure to bring sunscreen, too. Get ready for big fun! |
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Week 1
July 7-10 |
Clowning Around
- Join the SMC Circus! Learn some clowning arts — juggling,
stilt walking, magic, puppetry, and balloon sculpting. Discover
your inner clown. |
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Week 2
July 14-17 |
Lights,
Camera, Action!
- Explore the different aspects of the exciting world of
theatre. Create and produce a play. Campers will be part of all
aspects of theatre production — writing the script, designing
costumes and sets, and practicing until perfect. |
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Week 3
July 21-24 |
Around
The World
- Learn the language, culture and food from 3 different
Worlds. The days are filled with language lessons, songs and
culinary delights from each country. |
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Week 4
July 28-31 |
Quakes, Shakes & Lakes!
- Explore Earth Science from top to bottom! Investigate the wonders of science through hands-on activities.
Build volcanoes, solar systems, and explore the nature of the
campground. Have fun with the wonders of the world. |
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Week 5
August 4-7 |
Cooking
101
- Come join our seasoned cook, Janice, as your learn
the basics of cooking well. This hands-on week will tickle all
of your senses, especially taste. Share your treats with others
or eat them all yourself. Yum Yummy! |
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Week 6
August 11-14 |
Hodge
Podge
- This week will truly appeal to the camper who wants
to relax and have lots of fun for the summer. Join us this week
for a little bit of everything — crafts, mini projects, games
and other stress-free activities. |
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Meet the Directors |
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Mike Dutton earned his Master of
Education in 2001. Since 2002 he has taught and tutored foreign
languages and science in the Agawam school system. Mike has
years of experience working with children in many capacities
such as summer camps, mentoring programs, and advising numerous
clubs and organizations with much success. He is fun, creative,
and makes learning enjoyable for everyone!
Patti Bessette has an Associate’s Degree in Early
Childhood, a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, and a
Master’s Degree in Reading as well as more than thirty years
experience working with children! An elementary school teacher
and a professional clown (Peppermint Patti), her special talent
is in making learning fun.
Janice LaFrance has 25 years of experience in childhood
entertainment through crafts, games and adventure. She has owned
and operated Sodom Mountain Campground giving her many years of
experience in management recreation and ideas. |
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About Our Staff & Program |
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Camper
to Leader Ratio:
8 to 1 at
full capacity. The full time staff includes the director and
experienced assistants. The swimming instructor is Red Cross Life Guard,
First Aid, and CPR certified.
This camp must comply
with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public
Health and be licensed by the local Board of Health. Each
program offers the ultimate learning and fun experience for your
child. Family and friends will be invited on Thursday evening to
join their children in a presentation of the weeks activities.
The activities are geared for
children ages 6 to 11. (Age as of June 1, 2008.) |
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Program Costs |
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Cost:
$165.00 per week; $275.00 for two weeks; or $750.00 for the
complete program. Ask about our family and early
bird discounts! You may pay by check, money order, or credit
card (see registration form). The cost includes all of the
activities, all of the materials for all of the activities,
Thursday night’s supper, and swimming lessons with a Red Cross
certified swimming instructor. Refund Policy: 50% refund before
with notification before July 1, 2008. No other refunds! |
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Family Camping Special! |
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Special: Stay for 7 Nights for the Price of Only 5 Nights!
Camp for a full week while your kids enjoy our Summer Fun Club
experience. Parents can enjoy nearby golf, antique shopping, Six
Flags New England ... or simply quiet time together. Note:
This special is only available with summer camp registration! |
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How
to Register |
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1) Call Sodom
Mountain Campground at (413) 569-3930 to reserve your spot in
the week(s) of your choice.
2) Fill out and send in the registration form — one form per
child — and mail with your payment. Make checks payable to
“Sodom Mountain Campground” and mail to:
Summer Fun
Club at SMC
P.O. Box 702
Southwick, MA 01077-0702

Click
below to download and print the required forms in PDF format:
2008 Registration Form
Medical Information Form
Massachusetts Certificate of Immunization

Forms require Adobe Reader. Click here for a free copy:


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How
to Get Here |
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From the
Mass Pike: Take Exit 3 (Westfield) off I-90 (the Mass Pike).
Follow U.S. Route 202 South to Southwick Center. At Southwick
Center, turn right onto Route 57 West. Follow Route 57 West for
3¼ miles beyond Southwick Center. Take a left on South Loomis
Street. The Campground will be ¼ mile on the right.
From Interstate 91: Take Exit 3 (Agawam) off I-91. Follow
Route 57 West to Southwick Center. Take a left on Routes 10 &
202 South and 57 West to next light. Turn right and continue on
Route 57 West for 3¼ miles beyond Southwick Center. Take a left
on South Loomis Street. The Campground will be ¼ mile on the
right. |
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We hope you will join us for a summer of fun and learning! |
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