Youth Camp

Sleep-away Camp | Unique Medieval Theme | Near Austin

Early Bird Pricing
Medieval-Themed Camp
Sessions for All Ages

Overview

All of our hands-on activities take place in our 25-acre medieval village. Campers will be transported back in time to a world of knights, ladies, and a simpler way of life. No modern entertainment devices are available. Trust us, this works out just fine.

Every member of our team undergoes a strict screening and application process, background check, and is required to participate in Child Safety Awareness Training. Members of our healthcare team are on site 24/7, we have first aid and CPR trained staff, and our pool is closely monitored by a certified lifeguard. Meals are prepared by food industry professionals and we are fully state certified.

Curriculum

Our class selection focuses on the artisans of Sherwood Forest Faire. Typical classes include: Illuminated Manuscripts, Leatherworking, Blacksmithing, Chainmaille, Viking Lore, Pyrography, Adventuring 101 (D&D), Theatre, Courtly Dance, Archery, Swordplay, Axe Throwing, Fae Studies, Horsemanship, Chivalry and Swimming. Each class endeavors to teach the camper a usable skill and/or to take home an object of their own creation.

Visit our Curriculum page for details.

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Accommodations

Campers sleep with their clan in either Sherwood Castle or one of the Merry Folks' Pavilions. Quarters are assigned to groups depending on the group size and how many groups best fit into each area.

Sherwood Castle is an indoor, climate-controlled environment with bunk beds. The Castle houses around 80 campers. Squire-age groups are typically assigned to sleep here.

The Merry Folk Pavilions are large, military-grade tents that stand over a raised wooden platform. They are insulated and climate controlled. The Pavilions house up to 30 campers each.

In all sleeping areas, campers sleep on bunk beds with twin-sized foam pads.

Sleeping accommodations are gender neutral and campers are monitored around the clock.

Schedule

There are four sessions of 6 nights each. Campers are dropped off on Sundays and picked up on Saturdays.

A typical camper day includes attending 5 - 6 classes, 3 healthy meals, a snack, and an evening activity or entertainment of some kind after dinner. Campers end their day with a shower and bedtime story.

Bridge Campers

If campers are attending multiple sessions consecutively, they can stay with us on that “bridge” Saturday night and enjoy extra-special activities as well as some unstructured time. We’ll do their laundry, too. There is no charge for the extra day or for laundry service - in fact, you'll get a multisession discount!

Sessions

Week 1 - Jun 23 - 29, 2024
Week 2 - Jun 30 - Jul 6, 2024
Week 3 - Jul 7 - 13, 2024
Week 4 - Jul 14 - 20, 2024

Meals

We offer a healthy, kid-friendly menu with options to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Our catering is performed by an experienced caterer, with attention give to special dietary needs or restrictions.

Tuition

$1099 per camper/apprentice per session

Discounts include:

$50 / $25 off per session when you book by Dec 31 / Mar 31, respectively (note that payment in full is not required)
$50 off for each session after the first; this applies whether it's one camper attending multiple weeks or or multiple campers who are siblings attending any number of weeks
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 $300 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 31st – 100% refund
Cancel from June 1st to June 15th – 50% refund
Cancel after June 15th – 0% refund

Parent Packet

Consult this document for pickup and drop-off schedules, the physical exam form, a packing list, and other useful information.

Want to Know More?

Join our Facebook page to see photos and updates about camp and read reviews
Have a look at the 16-page full-color spread that Renaissance Magazine published in issue #109 in March 2017
Email us with questions