Camp Wildcat
The mission of Camp Wildcat, established in 1985, is to provide a variety of recreational opportunities to the children of the community while also enhancing the educational experiences of UNH students. Programs promote growth and development for the campers while offering the college students meaningful work experience.
Campers explore nature and the environment, participate in sports, learn new skills and crafts, make new friends, and have fun while being active this summer! Children who are entering grades 1-7 may attend Camp Wildcat.
Camp meets Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Camp Wildcat online registration will open for Summer 2025 on Monday, February 17th
2025 Session Dates and Prices
| Camp Name | 2025 Dates | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 - Going Green | June 23 - June 27 | $295 |
| Session 2 - Party in the U.S.A. |
June 30 - July 3 (No camp July 4) |
$236 |
| Session 3 - Fairy Tales (Disney-inspired) | July 7 - 11 | $295 |
| Session 4 - Water Wars | July 14 - 18 | $295 |
| Session 5 - Circus | July 21 - 25 | $295 |
| Session 6 - Space is the Place | July 28 - August 1 | $295 |
| Session 7 - Color Wars | August 4 - 8 | $295 |
| Session 8 - Wildcat Spirit Week | August 11 - 15 | $295 |
Session Descriptions
Please check the Camp Wildcat FAQ page to learn how Camp Wildcat has modified its structure to ensure campers' safety.
Camp Wildcat-Themed Weeks
Join Campus Recreation for an action-packed week of sports, arts & crafts, free swim, hobbies and adventure activities held at the UNH fields, Hamel Rec Center and UNH Outdoor Pool. Each session will be themed. Campers are required to provide their own lunch. Current maximum enrollment is 125 campers.
Extended Care
Campus Recreation offers group swim lessons as an extended care option. Enrolled campers will be provided a snack and will be walked to the UNH Outdoor Pool for group swim lessons. Lessons will run from 4:50-5:30pm. Parents/guardians must pick up their child(ren) no later than 5:45pm. Enrollment is limited. The Extended Care option is only available to students enrolled in the corresponding Camp Wildcat session.
Customer Support
- Frequently asked questions
- Camp Wildcat Parent Manual
- Payments and refunds
- Inclement weather information
- Support needs request
Camp Wildcat questions, please contact Jackie Fotino via email jackie.fotino@unh.edu or phone (603) 862-4585.
