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Opportunities of all kinds for learning, serving and growing

A summer at Gordon is a summer well spent. Our campus is home to many exciting activities for all interests.

We were named one of the 50 Best College Summer Programs in the country, learn more →


Youth Camps & Programs

Do you have a budding athlete? A high schooler passionate about STEM? Or are you looking for a "kid safe" day camp with lots of fresh air, climbing, swimming and adventure? Check out Gordon College's suite of summer programs and day camps.

kids at camp: kayaking and participating in a ropes course

kids at camp: kayaking and participating in a ropes course

La Vida Adventure Camp

Connect with old friends and make new ones during a week at camp filled with challenging adventure activities, fun team-building and personal growth.
Dates: One-week day camps; multiple sessions from the end of June through mid-August
Ages: 10-15 year-olds (16-18 year-olds can apply to be Counselors in Training)

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kids at camp: playing soccer and tennis

Athletic Camps

Both instructional and informational, athletic summer camps offer a positive learning environment. The coaching staff is dedicated to the development and growth of players of all ages and skill levels.
Dates: One-week day camps; multiple sessions from the end of June through mid-August
Ages: All ages, all skill levels

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kids at camp: playing soccer and tennis

students at heritage: baking and picking berries with friends

students at heritage: baking and picking berries with friends

Heritage

Cultivate a love for beauty, reflection, and hospitality at Heritage: a week-long growth-focused honors program for high school students that blends the wisdom of the liberal arts tradition with a community-based college lifestyle.
Dates: June 22-27, July 27-August 1, 2025
Ages: Rising high school sophomores through seniors

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kids at camp: canoeing and having fun on a ropes course

Adirondack Leadership Program

Backpack or canoe through the Adirondack Park (NY). Learn outdoor camping skills, discover your strengths, develop your faith and build a foundation for leadership.
Dates: 9-day trips; multiple sessions in June, July and August
Ages: 15-18 year-olds

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kids at camp: canoeing and having fun on a ropes course

students conducting science experiments

students conducting science experiments

STEM Academy

Summer STEM experience for middle schoolers.
Dates: One-week courses, dates to be announced
Ages: Grades 6-8


Opportunities for Current Gordon Students

Take a Summer Term class, research with Gordon faculty, experience an internship, join a missions trip... Discover a summer of possibilities at Gordon College.

students in a classroom

students in a classroom

Accelerate Your Degree

students talking with people in foreign countries

Experience the World

students talking with people in foreign countries

students outside and on internships

students outside and on internships

Gain Real-World Experiences