Overview
Sherwood Forest Summer Camp offers adults age 21+ the opportunity to learn skills and crafts of the renaissance era. Each camper will receive 3 hours of instruction in 6 different courses during their camp adventure. The event spans 3 days, and in addition to the course instruction, campers will enjoy 3 high-quality meals, some time for relaxation or cooling off in the pool each day, and of course revelry at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem at night!
Curriculum
Accommodations
Attendees have their choice of the following:
- Sleep in the climate-controlled Great Hall on a bunk that we provide or on your own mattress / bed that you have brought
- Members of a Clan who have a reserved camping spot during Faire season may use that spot during this weekend
- Adults who are not members of a Clan may set up camp in their own tent or RV in designated camping areas
- We have some electrical hookups for RVs available for an additional surcharge
- There are 5 private bedrooms for rent in the castle
You can explore the accommodations options further during the registration process.
Schedule
The coming year's dates are June 14-16, 2024.
You may arrive on Thursday, June 13 any time after 12 PM to set up your personal area and start getting to know people. We highly recommend arriving as soon as you can!
On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 5 hours are spent in classroom instruction, one hour for R&R, 3 hours for meals, and each evening concludes with a special evening activity such as live music or some sort of performance.
Departure is any time before noon on Monday, June 17.
Meals
Food service will be provided by an experienced caterer, with attention given to any dietary restrictions you may have.
Tuition
$549 per adult, price could vary depending on accommodation selection
Discounts include:
- $50 / $25 off per session when you book by Dec 31 / Mar 31, respectively (note that payment in full is not required)
- Returning campers can receive $50 OFF a future year’s tuition by referring new campers. The award will be applied to the referring camper’s account after the new camper attends and will be available for use any future year. To be eligible for this discount, the new camper must indicate the referrer’s name on their application form at the time of booking
A $150 deposit is due at the time of booking. You can make payments for the remainder or pay in full, as you prefer.
Capacity
Max campers per session: 180
Refund
Requests and Cancellations
- Cancel by May 31 - 100% refund
- Cancel from June 1 to June 15 - 50% refund
- Cancel after June 15 - 0% refund
Want to Know More?
View the Grown Up Camper Handbook