Monday through Thursday, Bridge campers will rotate through and choose from a variety of morning lessons offered by counselors such as sports, crafts, science, team building, nature camp craft, and more. On Fridays, campers will either participate in themed activities at camp or have an offsite experience. Bike trips are also a part of our Bridge program. Campers will typically bike once per session throughout the summer. Although each day brings new adventures, there is a familiar pattern:
| 2026 Daily Schedule | |
| 8:20 – 8:40 am | Drop-Off |
| 8:40 – 9:10 am | Morning Flag (raise flag, songs, and announcements) |
| 9:10 – 11:40 am | Morning Lessons Campers have the opportunity to rotate to and to sign up for enriching activities ranging from outdoor cooking, sports, arts & crafts, team building, and more. Campers will have a break for snack (brought from home) each morning. |
| 11:40 – 12:05 pm | Lunch (from home) |
| 12:05 – 12:40 pm | Post-Lunch Rotations (canoeing, archery, low ropes, and more) |
| 12:40 – 12:55 pm | Tennis Court (announcements and songs) |
| 12:55 – 2:40 pm | Afternoon Choice Activities |
| 2:40 – 3:25 pm | PM Snack (provided by HPR) Group Time Capers |
| 3:25 – 4:00 pm | Afternoon Flag (lower flag, songs, and announcements) |
| 4:00 – 4:30 pm | Pick-Up |
*Extended Day hours are available starting at 7:20 am (Monday – Friday) and ending at 5:30 pm (Monday – Thursday).
Available sessions and fees are listed on the Bridge Fees page.
For more information regarding our Bridge program, you can view our 2026 Parent Handbook.
HPR will be closed on Friday, July 3rd 2026.
Additional Bridge Program Information
Bridge campers will bike once per session. Campers are asked to bring a bike from home. If campers don’t have a bike, camp has extra bikes they can use for their trip. Bridge campers will also participate in one field trip per session. Dates and locations will be announced a few weeks prior to camp starting. Two tent camping overnights will be offered during the summer, one at HPR and one at Lake Elmo Park Reserve.
2026 Special Events During Each Session
Session 1
Counselor Talent Show: Friday, June 26th
Bridge Overnight #1: Thursday, June 25th at HPR
Session 2
Camper Talent Show: Friday, July 10th
Session 3
Meals from the Heart Penny Wars Fundraiser and Meal Packing
Bridge Overnight #2: Thursday, July 23rd at Lake Elmo Park Reserve
Session 4
Canoe Trip down the St. Croix River: Thursday, July 30th
HPR Play: Thursday, August 7th
Event dates are subject to change due to scheduling needs, weather forecast, etc.