Built on History. Preserved by Faith. Rooted in Armenian tradition. 45 years of friendships formed and memories made.

Saint Vartan Camp

Culture & HERITAGE

“For ten years, camp was my window into our heritage. I left each summer understanding more about who we are as Armenians and why our culture matters.”

– Christine Hovsepian

ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES

“From relay races to capture the flag, every activity at camp showed me how fun challenges can be and how unforgettable shared experiences are!”

– Krikor Javardian

Lifelong Friendships

“As a 15 year camp Alumnus, I can proudly say, many of my groomsmen were friends I met at camp”

– Ara Janigian

SVC Registration for 2026 is Closed. Thank you for a great season, and look out for 2027 Season dates soon!

Registration

2026 Camp Dates:

Staff Training: 6/24 – 6/27
Session A: 6/28 – 7/11
Session B: 7/12 – 7/25
Session C: 7/26 – 8/8

Camp Facts

St. Vartan Camp was born in 1979 with only one week of sessions and 32 campers in attendance.

Small Beginnings

Over the decades, the camp has been hosted at several locations, including the Canterbury School (New Milford, CT), Loomis Chaffee School (Windsor, CT), and the Marvelwood School (Kent, CT),.

On the Move,

One of the first Camp Directors was Rev. Paree Metjian, who served in that leadership role from 1980 to 1990,.

Strong Beginnings,

In 1996, the camp celebrated when Armen Nazaryan of Armenia won a gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling at the Olympics; the camp newspaper covered the story live.

Special Guests,

Nancy Basmajian served as the Program Coordinator/Director for 12 consecutive years, from 1984 through 1996.

Dedicated Service,

By 1986, just six years after opening, enrollment had jumped from 32 campers to 167 campers.

Record Attendance,

Over the years, the camp sports roster has included not just basketball and soccer, but unique camp favorites like “Slap Ball,” “Matball”, and “Dizzy Lizzy” competitions

Unique Sports,