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City of Portland Fee Waivers Only
If your household does not need or qualify for a Fee Waiver please CLICK HERE for the correct registration page for Camp Venture.
Registration Process for Fee Waiver Applicants for Camp Venture 2026:
Families applying for a fee waiver are able to register online or in-person on the date and time listed below. Registration HOLDS the child's spot in camp until the completed fee waiver application is received by the April 1 deadline and approved based on eligibility requirements. No deposit is needed for fee waiver spots.
Riverton Camp:
Camp at Riverton will open at 6:00pm online or in person at Riverton Community Center on Friday, February 27
Fee Waiver Submissions and Deadline
Completed Fee waiver applications and documentation for Camp Venture spots can be submitted from March 1- April 1, 2026 at the Canco Road Administration office, by mail, or email to Emily Collins (ecollins@portlandmaine.gov). Fee Waivers for Camp Venture must be received by April 1, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be processed and will be returned, therefore, will result in the spot being released.
Any questions about fee waiver applications or eligibility, please contact Emily Collins at (207) 808-5425 or ecollins@portlandmaine.gov
Once all fee waiver documentation is received and approved based on eligibility requirements, families will be notified by mid-April if a spot is confirmed for camp.
Submit Forms & Documentation to:
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department
212 Canco Rd, Suite A
Portland, ME 04103
You can find the 2026 Fee Waiver form starting March 1 - HERE
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2026 CAMP DETAILS
Camp Venture is 7 action-packed weeks, open to campers entering grades K–5 in Fall 2026.
Each day is packed with adventure, laughter, and opportunities for campers to discover what they love. From splashing and swimming with friends to heading out on exciting field trips, every moment is designed to create unforgettable memories.
Campers build meaningful friendships as they explore new interests, try new activities, and gain confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Whether they’re learning a new skill, tackling a creative challenge, or cheering each other on during games, kids are constantly growing while having a blast.
Our specialty programs offer something for everyone. Creative minds can dive into art and crafts, athletes can stay active with sports and games, explorers can connect with nature, and curious thinkers can experiment and innovate through hands-on STEM activities.
At Camp Venture, every day is a new adventure—and every camper leaves with new friends, new skills, and memories that last long after summer ends.
*NEW: When registering your camper, please register them in the grade they WILL BE ENTERING in the Fall.
Camp Dates:
Week 1 - Stars & Stripes Showdown Week: June 29- July 2 (4 day week) No Food Program Week 1
Week 2 - Wild Wild West Week: July 6-10
Week 3 - World Cup Week: July 13-17
Week 4 - Hollywood Game Show Week: July 20-24
Week 5 - Dream It, Build It Week: July 27-31
Week 6 - Have a Splash Week: August 3-7
Week 7 - Best of Summer Summer Week: August 10-14
Camp Hours:
Before Camp Care - 7:30-8:30AM
Camp - 8:30-4:30PM
After Camp Care - 4:30-5:30PM
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Readiness Skills:
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all our participants, everyone attending the program must be able to perform the following readiness skills:
- Participate independently or with reasonable accommodations/modifications.
- Take and follow directions and instructions from a staff member and be open to changing what they are doing to keep the group safe and welcoming to all people.
- Interact and participate in a manner that is physically and emotionally safe for themselves and others.
- Maintain personal care without the support of recreation staff.
- Stay with their assigned group throughout the program's duration or safely request a break from the group where staff can see/hear them and the rest of the group.
- Follow the department's behavior expectations, which include being safe, respectful and responsible.
Qualified individuals with a disability seeking an accommodation in order to participate in the program are asked to complete a Support Plan Form (below). Once received, the Department will determine if it can support the requested accommodation(s). The Department can provide reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue burden on the City or fundamentally alter the nature of the program.
If your camper takes Medication or will need to take Medication during camp hours complete the Medication Form (listed below under Additional Forms and Files).
For questions about the inclusion process, please contact the Recreation Inclusion Supervisor, Jane O’Conor at joconor@portlandmaine.gov - (207)-808-5437
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Recreation Supervisors:
If you have any questions or concerns about camp, please reach out to Ryan or Amelia, the Recreation Supervisors.
Ryan French - rfrench@portlandmaine.gov - (207) 808-5454
Amelia Clause - aclause@portlandmaine.gov - (207) 808-5444