Champlain's Summer
Launch Programs

Summer in Vermont. There's nothing like it.

While Vermont is famous for its winter activities, we all know the real fun is in the summer! Beautiful weather and a bounty of outdoor activities help make Vermont the perfect summer destination.

Join us this summer, and take the opportunity to hang out with future Champlain College classmates while enjoying the best of a Vermont summer.

We are planning four outstanding opportunities to bond with the Champlain community, to grow personally, and to have a rewarding experience that you'll always remember. Check out our programs below, and be sure to register for one (or all!) of our Champlain Summer Launch Programs.

ALL EVENTS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!

Made in Vermont: A Sustainable Food Experience

Tuesday July 7 - Thursday July 9

NOTE: This program is FULL. Please contact Lisa Mazzariello to be put on a wait list.

Local cheeses, organically grown produce, family farms and natural settings... these are just some of the hallmarks of the sustainable food movement that thrives in Vermont. Explore what our state has to offer by venturing out for three summer days contributing to the bounties of Vermont's favorite foods. Stay in a picturesque lakeside lodge with new friends, and get to know the roots of Vermont's local food movement. Get your hands dirty at a local farm, become an expert on sustainable and organic farming processes, learn how to bake fresh bread, and sample some of the best local artisan foods in the world!

Outdoor Adventure Program

Monday July 20 - Wednesday July 22

A small group of first-year students will spend three days on a backcountry retreat at a wilderness lodge, building long-lasting friendships with fellow students. Activities include hikes, games, BBQ's and getting connected. You'll develop bonds and create connections that will last well beyond your four years at Champlain. Our Outdoor Adventure Program is a great way to begin your Champlain College Experience. We hope you'll join us!

Bike Montréal

Friday July 24 - Sunday July 26

Join fellow first-year students for a bike tour of Montréal and take in the sights and sounds of this beautiful, European-style city. No expert bike skills necessary! On Saturday, the group will tour the city at a relaxed pace. Then, the bikes are ours for the rest of the afternoon to take in additional sites at our leisure-including a possible spin by Champlain's own Montreal campus! Don't miss this chance to get a local's view of a world-class cosmopolitan city, meet and bond with new classmates, and get acquainted with more of what Champlain has to offer! Please note: Passports are required!