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

• Goodtimes-required immunizations are up-to-date. (View Goodtimes’ immunization policy.)

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

• Reside or receive medical care in WA or AK

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 2025 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.

2025 camp dates

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

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, 2025

preview application

• View 2022 PDF

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