Barre Congregational Church Summer Day Camp
Camp BCC
Sponsored & operated by Barre Congregational Church
A look back on Camp BCC Summer 2026
Camp BCC has officially wrapped up its third summer, and we could not be more excited about how much this program has grown!
Camp BCC was created to provide children with a safe and welcoming place to spend their summers—one where they can have fun, make friends, try new things, and build lasting memories. As a church-based summer camp, it also gives children the opportunity to be introduced to faith and the love of God in a gentle and inclusive environment.
Now, as we look toward our fourth summer, we are excited to keep building on what we have started. There is always more to learn and new ways to improve, and we are looking forward to finding new activities, creating new opportunities for our campers, and continuing to grow our camp community.
We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has helped make Camp BCC possible over the past three summers, and we cannot wait to see what the next one brings. We hope to welcome even more campers, families, volunteers, and community members into the Camp BCC family next summer.
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Our Goals
Our Mission
Our Values
Our main goal at Camp BCC is to provide a safe and welcoming space where children can play, learn, and grow together. Through positive experiences and shared activities, we encourage children to build lasting friendships with their peers while developing a strong and supportive connection to their faith.
Our Values
Our Mission
Our Values
Our values center on offering local families in our community an equal opportunity to belong to a space that nurtures creativity, encourages curiosity, and teaches invaluable life lessons rooted in respect, kindness, and growth.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our mission at Camp BCC is to create joyful experiences where kids can laugh, play, explore, and grow. Through outdoor adventures, creative activities, and shared stories, we help children build friendships, confidence, and kindness while learning life lessons that stick long after camp is over.
About Camp BCC
Barre Congregational Church, Camp BCC, is a welcoming, inclusive summer camp where children are encouraged to belong, grow, and have fun in a supportive environment. Camp BCC offers a full day of games, crafts, and activities for local boys and girls ages 6–11. Campers must be age 6 on or before July 1st to attend. For campers aged 12 - 16 please see below to learn about our CIT program.
Throughout the day, campers enjoy breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Our program includes hands-on learning, active outdoor games, creative arts and crafts, and mindful skill-building experiences.
Each day also includes a gentle 30-minute Bible story time. Through the art of storytelling, Rev. James teaches the themes, values, and real world meaning behind the stories—such as honesty, bravery, loyalty, kindness, helping others, and selflessness.
Camp BCC 2026
Week 1: July 20th - July 24th
Week 2: July 27th - July 31st
Week 3: August 3rd - 7th
Week 4: August 10th - August 14th
Camp BCC offers flexible registration options to fit your family’s summer schedule. Campers may sign up for one week, two weeks, or all four weeks, allowing families to choose the experience that works best for them. Whether your child joins us for a single week or the entire summer, each week is thoughtfully planned with engaging activities, meaningful connections, and plenty of fun.
A Typical Day at Camp
At Camp BCC, each day is filled with a balance of active play, creative fun, and meaningful learning. Your child can expect:
- Breakfast when they arrive
- Opening circle
- A special activity like: an egg drop, tie dye, making pizza, science experiments, homemade ice cream, and more!
- Lunch & free time
- A Story from the Children's Adventure Bible and a quick reflection on the deeper themes like kindness, bravery, honesty, friendship, etc.
- An outdoor physical activity like: going to the park, water slide, obstacle courses, games, and more!
- An afternoon snack
- Arts and crafts like: clay modeling, painting, slime making, friendship bracelet making, DIY instruments and more!
- Parent Pick Up.
Tuition Information
Camp BCC is proud to offer free tuition to all campers so that every child in our community has the opportunity to attend, regardless of a family’s financial situation.
To help cover the cost of supplies and to reserve your child’s place at camp, we charge a one-time, non-refundable $25 materials/spot-holding fee per camper. This fee helps us purchase craft supplies, STEM materials, activity equipment, and other items needed to run camp and ensures that registered campers are truly planning to attend. More about the materials fee and deadlines below.
If the $25 materials fee is not doable for your family, please don’t let that prevent your child from attending. We are happy to work with you. Simply contact the church office at (802) 476-3065 or email bccuccoffice@gmail.com, and we can make arrangements.
Camp BCC CIT (Counselor in Training) Program
Camp BCC’s Counselor in Training (CIT) Program is designed for teens ages 12–16 who have outgrown the camper role but still love camp and want to learn what it takes to become a counselor.
CITs are essentially campers with a little extra responsibility. They participate in camp activities while also helping counselors lead games, assist with crafts, support younger campers, and model positive behavior. Throughout the program, CITs build leadership skills, learn teamwork and communication, and gain real-world experience working with children in a fun, supportive environment.
CITs are always supervised by staff and are not left alone with campers. The program is meant to be a learning experience—fun, meaningful, and confidence-building—for teens who may be interested in becoming future counselors at Camp BCC.
Important Note:
The Camp BCC application includes a section where you can select whether you are registering your child as a Camper (ages 6–11) or as a Counselor in Training (ages 12–16).
How to Enroll Your Camper...
Applications Closed!!! Come back this Winter to see more details about Camp BCC 2027.
Families may apply in one of the following ways:
- Online Application (attatched below)
Submit your application directly through the online form linked below.
- Fillable PDF Application (attatched below)
Download the fillable PDF, complete it digitally, and return it by email, mail, or in person.
- Paper Copy
Call (802) 476-3065 to arrange a time to pick up a printed application.
Completed PDF or paper applications may be:
• Emailed to BCCUCCOFFICE@GMAIL.COM
• Mailed or delivered to: 35 Church Street, Barre, VT 05641
Cancellation Policies & Deadlines
Materials Fee & Cancellations
The materials fee of $25 can be paid by:
- A check mailed to 35 Church Street, Barre, VT 05641
- Cash dropped at 35 Church Street, Barre, VT 05641
- Credit/debit card payment made through Tithe.ly
The $25 materials/spot-holding fee must be paid to Camp BCC no later than 14 days after your application is submitted. This fee reserves your child’s place at camp and helps cover the cost of supplies and materials.
If the materials fee is a hardship for your family, please contact the church office and we will work with you.
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Barre Congregational Church
35 Church Street, Barre, VT 05641, US