COVID essentials: The primary covid vaccination series is a requirement for all goodtimes summer camps. boosters are recommended but not required.

Until there is a cure, there is camp. Enjoy a fun-filled day, experiencing the joys and silliness of Camp Goodtimes.

Mini Camp provides children 5-7 years old an opportunity to get a glimpse of what Camp Goodtimes is like during this one-day program. (Camp Goodtimes is a specialized resident camp for children 8-17, designed to provide opportunities for personal growth among children impacted by cancer, in a medically supervised environment.) Mini Campers will participate in typical camp activities to give them an idea of what attending a full-week of camp might be like in the future.


eligibility

This day program is designed for children aged 5-7 who are, or have been, personally impacted by pediatric cancer. Space is limited. Camper eligibility includes:

  • Pediatric cancer patients either on- or off-treatment

  • Siblings or bereaved siblings of a cancer patient

  • Independently mobile (should not require a 1-on-1 aid)

  • 1-year post transplant

  • ANC over 500

  • Platelet count over 50,000 and rising

  • Hematocrit of 25% or greater

  • Cleared by physician to attend camp

  • Immunizations are up-to-date (This includes the primary COVID vaccination series.)

  • Physical and social needs cleared by camp medical staff and camp director

Apply

If your child/children meet the minimum eligibility requirements and are interested in attending Mini Camp, simply review the camper application process and submit an application by the 2024 deadline. Once submitted, our staff and medical advisers will review the application. Space is limited and participants will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.

If transportation costs or logistics to get to Vashon Island (including a ferry ride) are an obstacle/challenge, please ask for assistance on the camp application.

Applications submitted after the initial due date will be reviewed and accepted as we're able.

Mini campers hanging out on the top bunk between activities

2024 camp dates

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

type of camp

Single-day, day camp

Camp location

Camp Burton
9326 SW Bayview Dr.
Vashon, WA 98070
(*Requires a ferry. Financial assistance is available.)

availability

Space is limited and spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

application due date

March 31, 2024

preview application

parent portal

Need to locate a document, policy, or FAQ related to camp? Take advantage of the portal that has it all. 

questions

If you have any questions about eligibility, camp, or the application process, please contact the Camp Director:

Tanya “Cooper” Krohn
tanya@thegoodtimesproject.org
206.255.3800