Being vegetarian at summer camp
Great food, great fun, great summer!
Being vegetarian at Summer Camp in America? No problem at all. In fact, it might just be the tastiest summer you’ve ever had! With more awareness, better ingredients, and passionate kitchen teams, camps across the USA are now offering more delicious and diverse vegetarian options than ever before. If you’re worried about mealtimes at camp, here’s why you absolutely shouldn’t be.
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- The kitchen staff will help you
- Seconds (and thirds) are on the menu
- The salad bar is a hidden gem
- Global flavours = next-level choices
- Camp is about more than food – but the food is great
- So… will i go hungry?
The kitchen staff will help you
At Summer Camp, dietary requirements are taken seriously – and that includes vegetarians. It is becoming increasingly common for staff and campers alike to require vegetarian food options. Please list your dietary needs on your application and notify the camp when you are hired so that the kitchen can be prepared for your arrival.
Seconds (and thirds) are on the menu
Because vegetarian options are usually made in smaller batches, there tends to be more to go around – especially if others are skipping the tofu curry or veggie lasagne. That means seconds (or even thirds!) are often up for grabs. You won’t just eat well – you’ll feast!
The salad bar is a hidden gem
While meat-eaters tuck into burgers and hot dogs, you’ve got the whole salad bar to explore. Think fresh veggies, grains, toppings galore, and dressing options that go way beyond “just ranch.” It’s a choose-your-own-adventure buffet that makes healthy eating exciting.
Global flavours = next-level choices
America is a melting pot of cultures, and that’s reflected in the camp food. Expect to try vegetarian twists on Mexican, Indian, Mediterranean, and Asian favourites. Tofu tacos? Falafel wraps? Veggie sushi? Yes please. You’ll head home with new favourites and a much broader palate.
Camp is about more than food – but the food is great
Let’s not forget the main reason you’re at camp: to make incredible memories. And luckily, food is part of that experience. From themed dinners and food challenges to s’mores around the fire and midnight snacks in the cabin, your veggie lifestyle will never hold you back from the fun.
So… will I go hungry?
Not a chance. If anything, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Summer Camp is about inclusivity, adventure, and shared experiences – and that extends to every meal you’ll enjoy over the summer.
Apply today
If you’re vegetarian and dreaming of a summer of travel, fun, and friendships, this is the opportunity for you. You’ll eat well, live better, and come home with stories to last a lifetime. What are you waiting for?
Apply now and get ready for the best (and tastiest) summer ever!