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Many of our Maine Performing Arts Camps offer Winter & Winter Break Performing Arts Programs, Activities, Workshops & Classes starting in December, 2024.
Be sure to check the "Year-Round Programs and Other Camp Info" headings of each camp listing for specifics, or give any Performing Arts Camp you're interested in a call to check on Winter & Winter Break dates, times and availability.
Many of our Performing Arts Camps will be hosting Winter & Winter Break Reunions for their previous campers, and Winter & Winter Break Open Houses for interested new campers and families. Each camp is different, and some offer activities for the entire family.
Contact the camp(s) directly to see if there are any Camp Reunion or Open House Plans for December, 2024.
Looking for a Great Maine Performing Arts Day Camp? Look at each camp's TYPE OF CAMP description. Many of our Best Maine Day Performing Arts Camps also list their exact hours, and if they offer before and after camp activities.
Many of our Best Maine Summer Performing Arts Camps also offer Year Round Performing Arts Camp Programs, Classes, and Activities. You should contact the camps you are interested in to see if they offer Fall, Winter and/or Spring Performing Arts Programs, too.
Searching for Maine Performing Arts Camp Jobs? Many of our Best Performing Arts Camps are now listing their 2025 Winter & Winter Break Camp Jobs, too. Look for the heading "Summer Camp Jobs" in each camp listing. You can also check any camp's website for their "Work at Camp" or "Winter & Winter Break Employment Opportunities" pages.
View ALL ME Camps with Winter & Winter Break Work & Leadership Training Opportunities.
Visit Our River Tree Arts Website
207-967-9120
info[AT]rivertreearts.org
35 Western Ave
Kennebunk, Maine 04043
CAMPER AGES: 4-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: River Tree Arts Camps offer students of all ages and levels of experience a wide range of workshops taught by teaching artists. Our Camps and Workshops are structured to provide the community with a variety of options to accommodate busy summer schedules. Camps include painting, sewing, drawing, dance, ukulele, photography, metalsmithing, collaborative projects and more. All camps are age specific.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Science, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the beautiful summer town of Kennebunk, Maine. Our building is located within walking distance of the lovely Dock Square of Kennebunkport, Maine.
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CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camps run July 8 - August 30. We have many options: 1 day, 3 day and 5 day. Half day and full day.
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River Tree Arts
Be sure to ask each Maine Performing Arts Camp about the amount of performing arts instruction and the overall intensity of their performing arts program.
Some Top Maine Performing Arts Camps offer rigorous daily performing arts training and lots of intensive performing arts experience. Other great Maine Camps offer performing arts as an elective or recreational activity with much less training and intensity.
Visit Our Indian Acres Camp for Boys Website
Summer: 207.935.2300 Winter: 720.389.4912
moe[AT]indianacres.com
info[AT]indianacres.com
1712 Main Street
Fryeburg, Maine 04037
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1712 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Indian Acres Camp for Boys Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-17 years-old
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Sports, Performing/Visual Arts, Water Sports, three waterfronts including Olympic-style pools, ropes course, climbing wall, zip lines, hiking, camping trips and the #1 horseback riding program. Located Maine’s White Mountain region, the camp welcomes children from over 20 states and 8 countries. Community, independence, leadership surround a 94-year history of traditional camping.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Pickelball, Street Hockey, Lacrosse, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Boot Camp, Climbing Wall With Zip Line, Low & High Ropes Course (with Zip Line), Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Canoeing, Kayaking, & Windsurfing.
CAMP LOCATION: Indian Acres is located 2 1/2 hours from Boston in southwestern Maine on the border of New Hampshire in the heart of Mount Washington Valley. Please visit our website for photos, videos and additional information about camp.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live in rustic cabins with bathroom, shower and hot water in each cabin. Other facilities include dining hall, three waterfronts (Olympic-style pool, lake and river), High and Low Ropes course, Climbing Wall, Disc Golf course, 6 Tennis Courts, outdoor basketball court, gymnasium (includes basketball court, fitness center, martial arts room)
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Founded in 1924, Indian Acres is located 2 miles away from its sister camp, Forest Acres Camp for Girls, in Maine's White Mountain Region. The community is a perfect example of traditional camping; providing a warm, safe, supportive and relaxed atmosphere where the children can have a positive growing experience with no pressure normally experienced when being around boys. Personal achievement is stressed in a community that has 150 boys.
Many children return summer after summer and the global community has many second and third generation campers. A commitment to each camper as an individual is the key to these flexible programs that balances the needs and requirements of everyone. Building community and teaching independence surround a 94-year history of caring for children. Indian Acres is a global community that welcomes children from 24 states and 8 different countries; fostering an environment where campers and counselors learn about different cultures and traditions from one another. The camp offers a community-based experience that focuses on the needs of each camper while teaching them to work along with fellow campers.
Over 85% of the campers 14 years of age and under, return each summer and a number of staff have been with the camp, 30+ years. The camp offers something special for everyone. The brother-sister program is unparalleled because it allows the boys and girls to be separate yet get together for various activities throughout the summer, thus offering the optimum camping experience that few others can offer.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: C.I.T. program for campers who are entering their Senior year of High School. This program is reserved for those campers who have previously attended Indian Acres.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp is available for wedding, reunions and corporate retreats.
OTHER CAMP INFO: English Horseback Riding program recognized as one of premier in the country; directed by renowned equestrian coach C.J. Law, Equestrian Director and Riding Team Coach at Mt. Holyoke College. American Red Cross certified Swim program directed by a professional swim coach. Tennis program is directed by a USTA teaching professional.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
7-week session - June 21, 2018 - August 9, 2018 - $12,000, 30-day Option – June 21, 2018 – July 21, 2018 - $8,000. Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.indianacres.com for complete information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Applicants must be 19 years old and/or have completed the freshman year of college to be considered for employment. To apply log on to Our Camp Website Link: www.indianacres.com and fill out an application.
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Indian Acres Camp for Boys
Some Maine Performing Arts Camps offer BOTH Day and Overnight Camp options. Be sure to check each camp's description under "TYPE OF CAMP" for complete information, and exact hours.
Some Maine Performing Arts Day Camps also offer Extended Camp Hours for Early Camper Drop-Off and Pick Up. If you need these services, you should contact the camp to confirm availability.
Visit Our Camp Modin Website
harrison[AT]modin.com
51 Modin Way
Belgrade, Maine 04917
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Modin Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Modin is one of the oldest continually operating overnight camps in the country and is located in beautiful Belgrade, Maine. With co-ed campers, ages 7-16, Camp Modin offers a unique, lively, and exciting experience for children and staff members alike. We are currently looking for General Counselors and Specialty Counselors for our various Sports, Water Activities, Creative Arts, and Outdoor Pursuits. Apply on our website today!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Adventure, and more. High Ropes Course, Archery, Trapeze, Hockey, Waterskiing/Wakeboarding, Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Fishing, Pickleball
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Modin is located in the heart of Maine on a beautiful lake, just an hour north of Portland, Maine!
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Modin has summer job openings for both General Counselors and Specialists. Camp Modin is looking for motivated, energetic, positive, and caring individuals to join our staff for this summer! Many of our staff, from a variety of majors, have been able to get internship credit through their schools. We provide great salaries, as well as housing, laundry, and meals for the summer. Come to Camp Modin to have the best summer of your life!
Our General Counselors supervise campers throughout the day at meals, at activities, and in the bunks! General Counselors get to experience all of the activities that we do at camp, with your campers! We are looking for both male and female general counselors to work with our campers, ages 7-16!
Our Specialists share their skills in a specific activity with all of the campers at the camp, who rotate through our activities. They also get involved with the campers in the bunks at meal times, in the evenings, and on trips. Some activity areas include:
- Sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Football, Floor Hockey, Lacrosse, Tennis, Pickleball, Gymnastics
- Water Activities: Swim Instruction, Waterski, Wakeboarding, Tubing, Kneeboarding, Paddleboarding, Canoe/Kayaking, Sailing
- Creative Arts: Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Guitar, Drums, Theater, Nature, Dance
- Adventure: High Ropes Course, Climbing Tower, Camping, Outdoor Adventure
Dates:
June 17th, 2024 - August 11th, 2024, though some specialty staff come earlier for specialized training.
Visit our website to fill our an application today! Our Camp Website Link: www.modin.com
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Camp Modin
Visit Our Camp Fernwood Website
207-998-4346
610-356-7602
fernwood[AT]campfernwood.com
48 Camp Fernwood Lane
Poland, Maine 04274
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
6035 Goshen Rd.
Newtown Square, PA 19073
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Fernwood Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Full season 7 weeks
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Now in our 95th season, Fernwood is known for nurturing the whole child in a safe and supportive environment that fosters social and emotional growth, as well as skill development in over 36 activities. Campers and mature staff live in a beautiful 100 acre setting with emphasis on friendships, learning and play.
Chosen with the guidance of parents and camp staff, each camper’s elective program of activities is supplemented by several required core activities, and is designed to build skills as well as self-confidence and independence. Expert instruction offered in all activities, including swimming, canoeing, waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, tennis, gymnastics, aerobics, yoga, on-site English horseback riding, archery, riflery, soccer, softball, field hockey, lacrosse, drama, dance, music, crafts, ceramics, woodworking, silver jewelry, photography and rock climbing.
The tripping program includes weekly outdoor day trips, overnight trips, and extended white water canoe, hiking, and rock climbing trips.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
Waterskiing (skiing, Wake Boarding, Knee Boarding, Etc.)
Target Sports (riflery, Archery)
Silversmithing
Stand Up Paddleboarding
Climbing Wall, Ropes Course, Rock Climbing
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Fernwood's 100 acre facility is located in the "Lakes District" of southern Maine. We are 45 minutes northwest of Portland, and only 2 hours from Boston.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Fernwood sits on 100 acres of meadows bordered by woodlands and the sandy shore of one of the largest and cleanest lakes in the region - Lake Thompson. Campers are grouped by school grade and live in beautiful and airy wooden bunks with screens and shutters for weather protection.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Founded in 1921, Camp Fernwood is a traditional, overnight camp for girls in Poland, Maine. The Fernwood family is known for its warm atmosphere and concern for each child. Campers and mature staff live together in a beautiful, rustic setting, with many opportunities for friendships, learning and play.
Nurturing tolerance, unselfishness, and an appreciation of a simpler life in the out-of-doors. Our full season provides girls with enough time to experience new challenges, enhance self confidence, develop activity skills, and establish enduring friendships in safe, beautiful surroundings. Fernwood is not divided into sections, for we are, in essence, one family, building community spirit through the contributions of each of our girls.
Each camper has an elective program of activities, chosen with the guidance of parents and camp staff. Older campers may specialize in a specific activity. Expert instruction is offered in all activities, including swimming, canoeing, sailing, windsurfing, waterskiing, kayaking, tennis, gymnastics, aerobics, English riding, archery, riflery, soccer, softball, field hockey, volleyball, drama, music, dance, crafts, ceramics, woodworking, silver jewelry, drawing, painting, photography, and rock climbing. The tripping program includes day trips, as well as extended white water canoe and kayak, backpacking, hiking, and rock climbing trips.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Fernwood has a broad geographic diversity. Campers come from 23 of the United States, France, Spain, Hong Kong, Colombia, and Switzerland.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
One full season session (7 weeks)
26 June - 14 August
Tuition: $11,800
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking for a summer job? If you're at least 19 years old and finished your first year of college, we'd love to discuss our opportunities with you.
Fernwood's staff to camper ratio is the best we know of, at 1:1.5 This allows us to run a high quality program all day, every day, while still allowing our staff time to recharge with generous time off.
A strong interest in working with children is required, and counselors are hired to teach within a specific activity(ies) specialty .
Please contact our assistant director Ellyn Black: ellyn[AT]campfernwood.com
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Camp Fernwood
Visit Our Kamp Kohut Website
207-767-2406 | 207-539-0966 | 1-888-GO-KOHUT
info[AT]kampkohut.com
151 Kohut Road
Oxford, ME 04270
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2 Tall Pine Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
CAMPER AGES: 8 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Residential, traditional, co-ed, 4 week summer camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): ACA, MCE, MSC
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Rich in the finest Maine summer camp traditions, Kamp Kohut has provided a magnificent setting and a wholesome environment for enriching children’s lives since 1907. Our values-based program is carefully structured to promote a warm and welcoming camp community. Outstanding attention to campers’ well-being and to high quality instruction is the hallmark of our comprehensive and spirited 4-week brother-sister program, designed to nurture lifelong friendships, skills and memories.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 45 minutes northwest of Portland, Maine, on 120 wooded acres situated right on the shores of Lake Thompson. We have a 1/2 mile shoreline, with numerous outdoor and indoor facilities. Please visit our website to see pictures and video of Kamp Kohut.
CAMP FACILITIES: FACILITIES Kamp Kohut is situated on 100 acres of fields and woods, with one half mile of shore frontage on Lake Thompson, a beautiful spring-fed, crystal-clear, eleven mile long Maine lake. Kohut has an abundance of playing fields, recreational areas and indoor facilities for campers to use as they learn and grow in a nurturing and fun environment.
Living Quarters: Cabins, Platform Bunks, Staff Housing. Indoor Facilities: Arts and Crafts Shack, and Boat House, Dance & Senior Lodge, Dining Hall & Kitchen, Health Center, Media Shack, Office & Rec Room, Radio, and Theater.
Sports Facilities:, Archery Range, Baseball Diamond, Basketball Courts, Golf Range, Gymnastics Pavilion, Hockey Rink, Tennis Courts, Lacrosse Field, Soccer Field, Softball Diamond, and Volleyball Court Waterfront Facilities: Watercraft, Power Boats (5), Canoes (10), Kayaks (10), Sail Boats (8 Sunfish, 1 Hunter 140 and 1 FJ racing boat), Crew Boats (2 two-person; 1 four-person), Windsurfers (8) Docks, "A" Dock (enclosed swimming area), "I" Dock (for fishing, meetings, boat pick up & drop offs), Boat Dock (for mooring power boats), Crew Dock (for crew boats), Windsurfing Dock (for windsurfing), and Waterski Dock (for waterskiing). Outdoor Education Facilities: Adventure Course, High Elements (6), Low Elements (10), Climbing Tower, Bouldering Wall, and Mountain Biking.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: ACTIVITIES At Kamp Kohut, we have an elective program. That means you can choose your own schedule each week. There are 50+ different activity choices! Before you come to camp, you'll complete an activity sign-up form at home with your parents and send it back to us before the summer starts. Your schedule will be all ready to go when you get to camp, full of six activities from your top ten list! After the first week at camp, you will sign up for the next week's activities. You may choose to stay with the same activities or try some different ones. The same is true for week three. We want you to go as far as you would like in an activity, but also be exposed to lots of new activities. If you don't see a particular activity you are looking for, don't worry! We probably offer it during Daily Choice.
Daily Choice gives you the chance to try something new every single day! During Daily Choice, you can try activities that are on the regular schedule (it's kind of like a "taste-test!") or you can sign up for something completely different, like Extreme Bocce, Ultimate Frisbee, or Magic Tricks. Another fun time is Evening Activity, where you and your bunkmates will participate together in an all-camp event or an organized activity just for you! It's a great opportunity for bunk bonding and exposure to different areas of camp. You can read more about our activities on our Program page.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Call or email for information on CIT/Leadership Programs.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Please call or email for more information on year-round activities or programs and rental opportunities.
OTHER CAMP INFO: 4 WEEKS AND A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES Rich in the finest Maine summer camp traditions, Kamp Kohut has provided a magnificent setting and a wholesome environment for enriching children's lives since 1907. Our values-based program is carefully structured to promote a warm and welcoming camp community. Outstanding attention to campers' well-being and to high quality instruction is the hallmark of our comprehensive and spirited 4-week brother-sister program, designed to nurture lifelong friendships, skills and memories.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates Summer 2016
First Session:
Saturday, June 25th to Wednesday, July 20th
Two Week Program (for rising 3rd and 4th graders):
Saturday, June 25th to Saturday, July 9th
Second Session:
Saturday, July 23rd to Wednesday, August 17th
Two Week Program (for rising 3rd and 4th graders):
Saturday, July 23rd to Saturday, August 6th
Tuition Summer 2016
First Session: $6,600
Second Session: $6,600
Two Week Program
For children going into 3rd and 4th grades ONLY
Two Week Program: $4,000
Two Week Extension: $2,700
Payment Schedule
Full Season
$1,000 Due Upon Enrollment
$1,500 Due December 1
$1,500 Due March 1
Balance Due May 1
Two Week Program
$1,000 Due Upon Enrollment
$1,500 Due December 1
Balance Due May 1
We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking to hire DYNAMIC, ENTHUSIASTIC, ENERGETIC, MOTIVATED and COMPASSIONATE staff to work with the children in our camp program.
As a member of the Kohut Staff, you will have the opportunity to make a constructive difference in the lives of children and build life-long friendships with your co-counselors and peers.
We offer a balanced focus on land and water sports, arts and media programs, outdoor education, and day and overnight trips, which provide a structure young people need to thrive socially, developmentally, and physically. As part of a team of highly qualified staff, you will help emphasize teamwork and character development while celebrating the uniqueness of each individual.
It is a complete camping experience that fosters cherished memories of a world unlike any other. We hope you will be a part of this unforgettable opportunity!
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Kamp Kohut
Visit Our Forest Acres Camp for Girls Website
Summer: 207.935.2305 Winter: 720.389.4912
moe[AT]indianacres.com
info[AT]indianacres.com
54 Swans Falls Road
Fryeburg, Maine 04037
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1712 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME 04037
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Forest Acres Camp for Girls Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-17 year-old
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Sports, Performing/Visual Arts, Water Sports, three waterfronts including Olympic-style pools, ropes course, climbing wall, zip lines, hiking, camping trips and the #1 horseback riding program. Located Maine’s White Mountain region, the camp welcomes children from over 20 states and 8 countries. Community, independence, leadership surround a 94-year history of traditional camping.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Basketball, Pickleball, Soccer, Softball, Lacrosse, Field Hockey, Horseback Riding, Hiking, Boot Camp, Spinning, Volleyball, Cooking, Climbing Wall With Zip Line, Low & High Ropes Course (with Zip Line), Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Kneeboarding, Canoeing, Kayaking, & Windsurfing.
CAMP LOCATION: Forest Acres is located 2 1/2 hours from Boston in southwestern Maine on the border of New Hampshire in the heart of Mount Washington Valley. Please visit our website for photos, videos and additional information about camp.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live in rustic cabins with bathroom, shower and hot water in each cabin. Other facilities include dining hall, three waterfronts (Olympic-style pool, lake and river), High and Low Ropes course, Climbing Wall, 6 Tennis Courts, outdoor basketball court, gymnasium (includes basketball court, gymnastics equipment, spinning room), indoor theater, cooking center and 23-horse Riding Center.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Founded in 1924, Forest Acres is located 2 miles away from its brother camp, Indian Acres Camp for Boys, in Maine's White Mountain Region. The community is a perfect example of traditional camping; providing a warm, safe, supportive and relaxed atmosphere where the children can have a positive growing experience with no pressure normally experienced when being around boys. Personal achievement is stressed in a community that has 150 girls. Many children return summer after summer and the global community has many second and third generation campers.
A commitment to each camper as an individual is the key to these flexible programs that balances the needs and requirements of everyone. Building community and teaching independence surround a 94-year history of caring for children. Forest Acres is a global community that welcomes children from 24 states and 8 different countries; fostering an environment where campers and counselors learn about different cultures and traditions from one another.
The camp offers a community-based experience that focuses on the needs of each camper while teaching them to work along with fellow campers. Over 85% of the campers 14 years of age and under, return each summer and a number of staff have been with the camp, 30+ years. The camp offers something special for everyone. The brother-sister program is unparalleled because it allows the boys and girls to be separate yet get together for various activities throughout the summer, thus offering the optimum camping experience that few others can offer.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: C.I.T. program for campers who are entering their Senior year of High School. This program is reserved for those campers who have previously attended Forest Acres.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Camp is available for weddings, reunions and corporate retreats.
OTHER CAMP INFO: English Horseback Riding program recognized as one of premier in the country; directed by renowned equestrian coach C.J. Law, Equestrian Director and Riding Team Coach at Mt. Holyoke College. American Red Cross certified Swim program directed by a professional swim coach. Tennis program is directed by a USTA teaching professional.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
7-week session - June 21, 2018 - August 9, 2018 - $12,000 30-day Option – June 21, 2018 – July 21, 2018 - $8,000 Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.forestacres.com for complete information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Applicants must be 19 years old and/or have completed the freshman year of college to be considered for employment. To apply log on to Our Camp Website Link: www.forestacres.com and fill out an application.
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Forest Acres Camp for Girls
Visit Our Acting Manitou Website
201.857.5208
steve[AT]actingmanitou.com
mailbox[AT]actingmanitou.com
7 Camp Eastwood Circle
Oakland, Maine 04963
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Acting Manitou 80 Railroad Ave Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Acting Manitou Video
CAMPER AGES: 11-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Acting Manitou is an intensive overnight summer theater camp in Maine for acting students ages 11-17. Experience Maine, theater training and performance and a lifelong community of friends and fellow artists.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: inclusive
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Acting Manitou is in residence at the beautiful performing arts campsite, Camp Eastwood just outside of Waterville, Maine, ninety minutes north of Portland. Camp Eastwood neighbors our old home, Camp Manitou. Eastwood represents one of the finest performing arts camp venues in the great state of Maine. Acting Manitou is proud to call Camp Eastwood home! Visit our web-site to take a virtual tour of camp: Our Camp Website Link: www.actingmanitou.com
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CAMP FACILITIES: We have 12 beautiful camper cabins, outdoor pool, one mainstage 200 seat state of the art thrust theater, one outdoor amphitheater performance space, 3 professional quality rehearsal rooms, one outdoor rehearsal gazebo and a comfortable, well-maintained health center.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our mission is to produce high caliber theatrical performances in a nurturing, ensemble-based environment that supports each camper's individual artistry. Our campers put on fantastic shows, with people they grow to care very much about and respect even more. Every camper is an important piece of the production. We believe in compassion for others and passion for theater. We offer campers three weeks 'unplugged', where they can make great theater surrounded by nature, in the beautiful state of Maine. We seek to create an artistic haven for our campers and staff, free of external pressures.
Campers at Acting Manitou grow as both people and performers, developing confidence in themselves and important skills of collaboration and communication.
Acting Manitou was founded in 2003 by Tim Brownell and Steve Borowka. At the time, Tim and Steve were both teaching artists working for The McCarter Theatre Center in Princeton, NJ. During the summer, Steve worked as Theater Director for Camp Manitou, a boy's sports camp, while Tim split time directing for The Imagination Stage in Washington DC and running Middle Ground Theater, the day camp that he founded in Middlebury, Vermont. In the summer of 2003, Tim and Steve joined forces to found Acting Manitou and took up residence at the end of the summer at Camp Manitou.
During the first summer of operation, the program had 11 campers most of whom came from Vermont. The following summer the program doubled in size to 22, then 30 campers the summer after that. Its fourth summer of operation doubled again to 60 campers and its fifth summer, the last at Camp Manitou, enrolled 80 campers and produced five shows.
In the summer of 2008, Acting Manitou took up residence next door to Camp Manitou, at a brand-new performing arts campsite called Camp Eastwood. In planning the design of the new campsite's theater, Tim and Steve created a versatile and intimate thrust stage, capable of putting audience members in close contact with the performers, as well as offering directors a variety of opportunities for flexible staging. 2016 marks Acting Manitou's fourteenth summer of operation, having produced ten shows in 2015, with 140 campers and 40 staff.
These days, the actors perform for standing room only crowds of family, friends, and local residents of the Waterville community. The Acting Manitou mission: Be inspired Support and inspire others Challenge yourself creatively Be a good friend to all Work tirelessly on your performance Take care of yourself and others Commune with nature Fall in love with your play Make lifelong friends And take joy in all you do.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program for campers entering 12th grade in high school. CIT campers participate in regular camp activities, including shows, and receives mentorship from staff as they prepare for college theater auditions.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships available through the Acting Manitou Scholarships Foundation
OTHER CAMP INFO: The Acting Manitou mission: Be inspired Support and inspire others Challenge yourself creatively Be a good friend to all Work tirelessly on your performance Take care of yourself and others Commune with nature Fall in love with your play Make lifelong friends And take joy in all you do.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.actingmanitou.com
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Visit Our Camp Somerset for Girls Website
617-744-3385
info[AT]somersetforgirls.com
8 Somerset Lane
Smithfield, Maine 04978
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Winter: P.O. Box 812026 | Wellesley, MA 02482
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Somerset is a brand new residential camp for girls in the beautiful Belgrade Lakes region of Maine. With three session options, a brand new facility, and more than 40 activities, the Somerset program will allow each and every girl to spend her summer achieving her fullest potential by living our "rings." Grow Every Day. Be a Good Friend. Make an Impact. Be You.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Computers, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Gaga, Yoga, Softball, Cycling, Mountain Biking, Jewelry, Leatherworks, Culinary, Pottery, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboard, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Competitive Swim
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the beautiful Belgrade Lakes region of central Maine, approximately 3 hours north of Boston and 90 minutes north of Portland, Maine.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our brand new, modern facility includes a 9400 SF lakefront dining hall; centrally located office and health center; creative studios for culinary, computers, radio, arts and crafts, and fine arts; indoor gymnastics pavilion along with dance and fitness studios, new hard surface tennis, basketball, and hockey courts; two all-purpose fields for soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey; softball field; ropes and adventure course; in-ground swimming pool; and 2000 feet of lakefront along East Pond for swimming and boating.
The brand new camper cabins sleep 11 campers and 3 counselors and include an entryway mud room, private bedside drawer, and hanging space, in-cabin bathrooms with three private showers, ample lofted storage space, tons of natural light through a big picture window, and a back door leading to a private cabin "backyard."
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Somerset program is designed to provide campers with fun and opportunity through a balance of elective activities, bunk activities, intracamp and intercamp competitions, day and overnight trips, community service projects, special events, and a comprehensive evening program that allows campers to display their talents, relax in the peacefulness of camp, or just be downright silly.
Our broad range of activities allows campers to hone existing skills in the areas they are most passionate about and challenge themselves to try something new for the very first time. The comprehensive program provides opportunities for individual growth and achievement, and teaches virtues that can be learned only as part of a team and through healthy competition.
Somerset’s scheduling system ensures that each camper has a well-rounded day filled with time in or on the water, on the fields, and engrossed in a creative activity. Younger campers have a more structured schedule, guaranteeing exposure to everything Somerset has to offer. As campers mature, they’ll have more choices in their schedules, so they can spend more time doing what they love most.
Our goal is for your daughter to return home with greater self-confidence, stronger bonds with her peers, and an increased ability to manage pressure and live a happy, healthy, and inspired life.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: As a new camp, we are currently enrolling up to age 13. Our leadership program will launch in approximately three summers as we grow one age group per year.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please call for more information.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Mother/Daugther takes place every summer beginning on the last day of camp (Friday) until Sunday.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Campers and staff will gather annually for reunions, service projects, ski trips, theater outings, and more. Campers can also engage online through book clubs and video chats.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
FULL SOMER
JUNE 22 - AUGUST 10
Enroll by Dec 1: $10,800
Enroll by Feb 1: $11,500
After Feb 1: $12,950
HALF SOMER
JUNE 22 – JULY 16 / JULY 17 – AUGUST 10
Enroll by Dec 1: $6,500
Enroll by Feb 1: $6,900
After Feb 1: $7,650
SHORT SOMER
JULY 17 – JULY 31
Enroll by Dec 1: $3,800
Enroll by Feb 1: $4,000
After Feb 1: $4,500
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Positions available for cabin counselors, activity specialists, nurses, office and support staff. Apply online at: Our Camp Website Link: somerset.campintouch.com.
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Visit Our Camp Pinehurst Website
207 627-4670
director[AT]camppinehurst.com
23 Curtis Road
Raymond, Maine 04071
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Residential
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Don't miss this exciting opportunity to join us for our 75th Season! Don't wait- reserve your spot today!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Facing the sunset on the sandy shores of Crescent Lake, Camp Pinehurst is a traditional, coed summer camp. We are situated on over 60 acres in the heart of the Sebago Lakes Region- about 45 minutes outside of Portland, Maine. Founded in 1946.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Activities include Red Cross swimming, sailing, windsurfing, water-skiing, wakeboarding, knee-boarding, kayaking, tennis, soccer, basketball, model rocketry, yoga, dance, archery, riflery, beading, overnight canoe trips, whitewater rafting and hiking trips. Pinehurst also features comfortable, screened cabins with electricity, a superb chef and a resident R.N. Camp Pinehurst � come make some new friends this summer.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Pinehurst is a traditional summer camp for boys and girls that emphasizes skill development, outdoor adventure and teamwork. Camp Pinehurst boasts an experienced, highly qualified staff and an individualized daily schedule for each camper. This combination allows children the opportunity to achieve success in a safe and supportive environment.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Winter Contact: Jack Curtis 12 Cider Lane Nashua, NH 03063 603 880-6287
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Tuition: 2-weeks $2,600; 3-weeks $3,400; 4-weeks $4,350; 5-weeks $5,300; 6-weeks $5,700.
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Visit Our Camp Winnebago Website
Winter: 207-767-1019 Summer: 207-685-4918
ejkerwin[AT]campwinnebago.com
andy[AT]campwinnebago.com
19 Echo Lake Road
Fayette, Maine 04349
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
131 Ocean Street South Portland, ME 04106
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Winnebago Video
CAMPER AGES: 8-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Archery, Boating & Canoeing, Campcraft, Radio, Riflery, Windsurfing, Journalism & Woodworking
CAMP LOCATION: On the shores of six-mile long Echo Lake and among 100-year-old pine and hardwood trees, Winnebago sits nestled within a breathtaking landscape on 400 acres of land. Located in Fayette, Winnebago is located 17 miles from the capital of Augusta, 75 miles from Portland and a three-hour drive from Boston.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our facilities are modern yet not flashy. Campers live in one of 34 comfortable screened cabins. The younger boys generally have 6 boys and 2 counselors in a cabin while the majority of boys have 4 or 5 campers and 1 counselor per cabin. There is no shortage of places to go and explore at camp. We have more than 65 buildings and campers easily find what interests them.
Many of the activities including Photography (outfitted with a fully-equipped darkroom), Nature, Arts & Crafts, and Video are housed in their own buildings. We also have our own radio station and a wonderful theater. Several large buildings allow for the entire camp to convene, and we even have a Ping Pong building where boys can play in their free time.
Meals are enjoyed in our spacious dining hall, one of the original camp buildings, which features a lofted ceiling and fieldstone fireplace. Our athletic facilities are top-notch. We have more fields than we can use at one time and count 7 Har-Tru tennis courts, 3 softball/baseball diamonds, 2 basketball courts, 2 soccer fields, a clay and a beach volleyball court, and a sprawling low and high ropes course.
Our waterfront features a beach area where boys can play, a shallow water area for teaching beginner swimmers, a six-lane floating pool built into the lake, a deep water area with a high dive and waterslide, and a separate dock system that accommodates our sailing, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing and waterskiing programs.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Winnebago walks a fine line between creating a competitive atmosphere and understanding that success lies in the effort a camper gives rather than the outcome. As society becomes more results focused, we continue to insist on the process. Yes, Winnebagans do achieve extremely high results. However, boys understand that being supportive of each other is what makes a lasting difference � a difference that helps foster leadership and builds emotional and physical self-confidence.
The Winnebago program affords campers an opportunity to gain skills (and confidence) in a broad range of activities; many of which they would not necessarily have access to at home. Campers enjoy athletic instruction and competition (amongst each other and other camps) in a variety of sports that include baseball, basketball, soccer, lacrosse, street hockey and tennis. Campers swim twice daily, build skills in a number of other more individual activities such as archery, sailing, video, drama, photography and waterskiing, and explore the beauty of Maine on both day and overnight camping trips.
Our trip program is outstanding. Each age group embarks on two overnight camping trips each summer � usually one canoeing and one hiking. The trips are thoughtfully planned out to appropriately challenge boys in a safe yet meaningful way. Most campers return from their trips emboldened by their efforts and with a sense of accomplishment.
Campers and alumni consistently remark that experiences on trips are some of their most profound memories. Wherever Winnebagans go during the summer, people remark how nice, thoughtful, interested and interesting they are. This is a product both of who the campers are and of the culture we create at camp � a culture where boys understand that being nice and respectful to one another is important and easy.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The Winnebago Alumni Association (�WAA�) provides the opportunity for boys to attend Winnebago who do not have the financial resources to attend Camp Winnebago. The WAA brings alumni together and commits to provide the financial assistance for a multi-year experience. The Alumni Association helps select those boys who will benefit from its scholarship programs. - See more at: Our Camp Website Link: campwinnebago.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campwinnebago.com for more info.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For more info on jobs, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campwinnebago.com.
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Camp Winnebago
Visit Our Camp Waziyatah Website
Phone: (207)-583-CAMP (2267)
Fax: 888-215-CAMP (2267)
info[AT]wazi.com
530 Mill Hill Road
Waterford, ME 04088
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
2 Forest Place
Boston, MA 02129
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Waziyatah Video
CAMPER AGES: 6 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Waziyatah is known for our close-knit and inclusive community, in a no-tech environment. Campers choose their own activities from a wide variety of land sports, water activities, visual and performing arts, horseback riding, hiking, and more! 2, 4, 6, and 8 week sessions are available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in beautiful Waterford Maine. Camp Waziyatah sits on 130 acres of woods, fields, and a privately owned spring-fed lake. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.wazi.com for more photos of our campgrounds, cabins, and other facilities.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Lake, 24 cabins, dining hall/function room, 2 outdoor basketball courts, soft volleyball court, baseball field, 5 tennis courts, soccer field, gaga pit, climbing tower, horseback riding stables, visual arts studio, archery range, riflery range, waterfront, 2 fire pits, health center, main office.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Waziyatah is the highest rated camp in Maine and was recently listed as one of the Top 50 summer camps in the United States. Wazi was chosen as the ideal summer camp location for the hit Disney Channel TV show "Bug Juice". We are known for our incredibly close-knit and inclusive community that welcomes kids for who they are, with no "cliques" or divisions between previous and first-time campers. Camp Waziyatah is a coed overnight summer camp in Southern Maine owned by Gregg and Mitch Parker.
Now in our 97th summer, Wazi sits on 130 acres of land on a 3.5 mile private lake. We offer 30+ camp activities like water skiing, sailing, hiking, skateboarding, theater, arts, sports, climbing wall, and horseback riding, which are all included in tuition. Campers experience overnight camping trips and hiking with our Adventure Bound program, and Trip Week allows all campers to enjoy at least one overnight campout.
Kids at Wazi grow, become more independent, learn valuable social skills, and make lifelong friends, all while having a fantastic time. Our well-vetted and background checked counselors are educators, childcare specialists, and university students with years of experience and are certified to teach their activities. All waterfront counselors are trained and lifeguard certified through the red cross.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Teen leadership program with Red Cross Lifeguard Certification for 16 & 17 year olds entering 11th grade. $4,950 for 4 weeks; $7,750 for 8 weeks.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full Session - 8 weeks: Sunday, June 24 - Thursday, August 16 $9,450
Six Week Session: Sunday, June 24 - Saturday, August 4 $8,450
First Session - 4 weeks: Sunday, June 24 - Thursday, July 19 $6,450
Second Session - 4 weeks: Sunday, July 22 - Thursday, August 16 $6,450
*First Session - 2 Weeks: Sunday, June 24 - Saturday, July 7 $4,450
*Second Session - 2 Weeks: Sunday, July 23 - Saturday, August 4 $4,450
*Rookie Camp (two week session) is for first time campers only. IMPORTANT: ROOKIE CAMP SPACES WILL BE ALLOTTED BASED ON AVAILABLE SPACES REMAINING (NOT TAKEN BY FOUR WEEK CAMPERS) AFTER MARCH 31ST 2018. The early sign-up (before March 31st) wait list will be based on date of deposit, and if we can’t find a space for you on March 31st, we will refund your deposit in full.
Four week sessions are recommended and most popular and save 25% per week vs. two week sessions. Visiting Days for four week sessions are July 7th and August 4th.
Six or Eight week campers may spend time away from camp or attend the Changeover Trip between sessions – July 19th to July 22nd – $595
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our counselors teach activities so we require that all applicants hold certifications or are well-qualified to teach the activity they are applying for (i.e. played in high school or college). Please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.wazi.com to apply.
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Visit Our Computer Kids Club Website
302-438-1318
computerkidsclub[AT]aol.com
Delaware
P.O. Box 246
Bear, Delaware 19701
CAMPER AGES: Ages 5-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Online. M-F 8:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m. OR 12:45-4:00 p.m.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: HALF-DAY Computer Camp in Delaware for Ages 5-12. Students use computer arts to design a POKEMON or UNICORN city and a RUBIK's cube! TYPING, CODING with MINECRAFT, MOANA, STARWARS & More. Engineering & Math activities. Build a Rover & Rocketship and learn the GOOGLE programs.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Special Needs are welcome.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Computers, Math, Science, Technology, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camps will be held at All Saints Catholic School, 907 New Road, Wilmington, DE or Newark, Delaware location which is pending.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The camps will be held in New Castle County schools in their computer lab.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: This program can also be delivered through our TUTORING service by appointment during the summer.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$235.00 for Monday-Friday Camp
Choose the A.M. OR P.M. camp for this fee
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Seeking part-time technology coaches to assist with the summer camp hours.
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Computer Kids Club
Visit Our Kingsley Pines Camp Website
855-799-7788 (Toll free)
207-894-9030
info[AT]kingsleypines.com
51 Coughlan Cove Rd.
Raymond, Maine 04071
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: Ages 8-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. 2 or 3 week sessions
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: You can't go very far at Kingsley Pines without hearing a laugh or seeing a smile. Our camp is so much fun you'll want to come back year after year! Kingsley Pines - it is the way camp should be! (Ages 8-16, Coed, 2 & 3 Week Sessions)
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, High Ropes, Low Ropes, Rock Climbing, Archery, Fencing, Campcraft, Nature, Lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee, & Yoga.
CAMP LOCATION: Kingsley Pines is located on crystal clear Panther Lake in Raymond, Maine. We are located 40 minutes west of Portland and 2 hours north of Boston.
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CAMP FACILITIES: We are situated on a beautiful, private lake. We have a rock climbing tower, archery range, theater, art studios, a ceramics studio, indoor basketball courts, high and low ropes course, soccer field, baseball diamond, lacrosse field, 4 tennis courts, hiking and mountain biking trails, a chip and putt, and much more!
Our cabins are well-maintained, but still have a rustic fee. All cabins are equipped with screens and electricity. Most cabins have bathrooms. For the cabins without bathrooms, there are several central bath houses with hot and cold running water, sinks, toilets, and individual shower stalls.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: You can't go very far at Kingsley Pines without hearing a laugh or seeing a smile. Our summer camp is the place where your child learns to share, listen, work well with others, and is free to just be a kid.
Safe Surroundings
Our trained mature counselors have a genuine interest in and compassion for children. All counselors are screened and then carefully chosen to be positive role models. This safe surrounding nurtures and challenges each child so they can develop a higher level of self-confidence.
Enriching Environment
Our staff understands that a child first needs to feel secure before they will explore and try new things. Kingsley Pines' non-regimented sessions foster independence and give campers the responsibility of choosing all their own activities. Through daily interaction with fellow campers and staff, children learn to problem solve and help others. Camp gives them a true sense of who they are and how they can contribute to the community around them.
Friendships Forever
Living, laughing, and playing together connects our campers in ways that form lifelong friendships. Kingsley Pines is like a village where every camper feels comfortable, whether they are a first time or returning camper.
A Complete Camp Experience
Attending Kingsley Pines allows flexibility in planning your summer. Choose any of the three sessions and your child will have all the benefits of a whole camp experience.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp is designed to give all ages the opportunity to have as much fun as children have at Kingsley Pines Camp! There are a variety of options for families to be together and for adults and children to enjoy some time on their own.
To learn more, go to Our Camp Website Link: www.kingsleypines.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
We offer four 2 or 3 week sessions to choose from.
For a list of current rates and dates, please go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.kingsleypines.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you are looking for a exciting and rewarding experience where you can make a real difference in child's life, then this is the place for you!
Counselors are the core of the camp staff. Candidates should be caring, enthusiastic and have a genuine concern for children. Counselors supervise, lead, guide, and live with 3-8 children. They also teach activities (see list below) These positions require maturity, creativity, and strong commitment to children. Candidates must be at least age 18 and have graduated from high school before January 1, 2017.
Benefits include:
- Room & board
- Laundry
- Competitive salary
- Staff lounge with Internet access
- Transportation for days off
- Beautiful location
- Delicious meals with Vegetarian option
- FUN!
To apply online go to: Our Camp Website Link: www.kingsleypines.com
For more information visit our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.kingsleypines.com
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Kingsley Pines Camp
Visit Our Upside Arts Overnight Camp Website
info[AT]theupsideartscompany.org
Camp North Star
200 Verril Road
Poland Spring, Maine 04274
CAMPER AGES: 8-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Upside Overnight Camp offers top quality training in theatre arts from working industry professionals as well as swimming, hiking, low ropes, sign language, and workshops in everything from ballet to bubbles! Evening activities include campfires, Carnival, Outdoor Movie, Full Camp Dance, Olympics, and Talent Shows!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: 2019 Camp Location: Camp North Star
(200 Verril Road, Poland Spring, ME 04274)
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Programming will include daily classes in Musical Theatre, Acting, Dance, Improv, A’capella, Songwriting, Outdoor Adventure, Arts & Crafts with Lou Craft, and much more!!
Campers will live in cabins with 6-10 of their peers, plus a Counselor in Training, and one or two Counselors. Cabin life is an opportunity for your child to find their independence in a well-supervised, supportive environment. They will learn how to coexist with their cabin-mates, learn from each other, and form bonds that will last a lifetime.
Upside Arts is a theatrical production company for Seacoast area youth and teens that aims to build confidence, sense of self, and empathy through thoughtful, original, and creative storytelling.
Founded in October 2018 by Miles Burns, Seraphina Caligiure, and Alden Caple, and with help from Joshua Goldberg and many parents and friends, we are so excited to work and create with the incredibly talented kids on the Seacoast.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Counselors in Training (CIT's) are campers who demonstrate exemplary leadership, honesty, and responsibility. CIT's act as leaders within camp as well as a support system for their Counselors while still participating in all aspects of camp life. Applications for CIT's will be carefully reviewed as spots are limited.
CITs for Overnight Camp will receive $300 off tuition. Applicants must be 16 or 17 years old during camp. Any 16 or 17 year-olds not selected for the CIT program may still return as a camper in the oldest cabin and re-apply to the CIT program or to be a Junior Counselor (18 year olds) the following year.
Visit Our Camp Website Link: theupsideartscompany.org to apply.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2019 Camp Dates: August 13 - 21
Tuition: $1,299 per camper
Sibling Discount: $75 off for each additional registration
Early Bird Discount: First 25 people to register will receive $75 off tuition
Paid In Full Discount: $150 off tuition if the balance is paid in full during registration
CIT Discount: $300 off tuition (Ages 16 and 17- must apply)
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Visit Our Camp Website Link: theupsideartscompany.org to apply.
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Upside Arts Overnight Camp
Visit Our New England Frontier Camp Website
207-925-6735
SRivers[AT]nefc.org
Director[AT]nefc.org
197 Quite A Road
Lovell, Maine 04051
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Overnight, Day Camps, and Year round Retreats
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian. Christian Service Brigade
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: New England Frontier Camp has been located in Southwestern Maine for over 50 years. Our camp is set in the foothills of the White Mountains alongside beautiful Kezar Lake. New England Frontier Camp features rustic cabins and lodges.
Our primary purpose is to Build Men using God’s Word and outdoor experiences.
We are a non-denominational Christian ministry. Our Mission Statement calls us to glorify Jesus Christ by developing men of God who are dynamic disciples and dynamic disciplers.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Computers, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Nearly 300 acres on the beautiful Kezar Lake. Tons of land and outdoor activities. 12 Cabins throughout the area. 7+ fire pits. Outdoor covered basketball court. Boats for water skiing, wake boarding, tubing. Sailboats, water trampoline, fishing, swimming areas for all ages. Craft shops, snack shack fully stocked. Archery, Riflery, Canoeing, Rocketry, Airsoft, Disc golf, Mountain trips, and all sorts of other available activities.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: New England Frontier Camp is available for churches, Christian schools, and other not-for-profit organizations to rent for weekend or mid-week events during the fall, winter, and spring months. Before cold weather sets in, we can host approximately 100 guests in cabins. Cold weather limits our capacity to about 35 guests. NEFC is available to host retreats during the Fall, Winter and Spring. Your group would enjoy the beautiful wooded acreage on lake front property. Though the accommodations are rustic, the atmosphere is unforgettable. Fall and Spring Activities Include: Canoeing, hiking, basketball, volleyball, soccer, disk golf and many other activities! Winter Activities Include: Sledding, Ice Skating, Hockey, Ice Fishing, Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing, Skiing at nearby mountains and much more! (Camp owns a limited number of sleds and hockey sticks, please bring all other equipment to enjoy!)
Our Sentinel Program (for boys ages 8-11) is about having fun, learning, and being challenged at a level appropriate to this age. Boys can try their hand at everything from swimming, archery, hiking, air riflery (BB’s), water tubing, building water rockets, and group games to team and individual sports. All activities are closely monitored by our trained and certified staff.
Our Battalion program (for boys ages 12-17) is a journey straight to the heart of real adventure. Dig down deep and grab all the energy you can find, because you will sure need it. We have Air Soft, Disc Golf, Sailing, Archery, all kinds of Water Sports, .22 Riflery, Canoe Trips, Mountain Climbs and a ton more to choose from. And that is only the stuff to do while the sun is shining. There are night games and great camp fires with lots of fun, skits and a speaker that will challenge you to handle life’s bumps and bruises in a way that will help you grow stronger and draw closer to God. This Battalion camp is so power packed, once you’ve experienced it, you will want to come back for more.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership/CIT Program: (Young Men ages 16 - 18) The Counselor-In-Training program is designed to train young men to become effective role models and mentors to their campers. During Pre Camp, you will learn skills in CPR, Lifesaving, First Aid, counseling and camp programming, peer team building, and "on-the-job training" with your senior counselor. Make this summer a life changing ministry experience!
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is the desire of the Community of NEFC to ensure that those who want to attend are able to do so.
If you have any questions regarding Scholarships, please contact the Camp Office (207)925-6735, or email Director[AT]NEFC.org
We have scholarship funds available to help meet the needs of those with challenges that limit the attendance of a young man at New England Frontier Camp.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
STOCKADE Boys Age 8-11 Exciting action for boys ages 8 - 11 on one of the most beautiful lakes in Maine!
BATTALION Boys Age 12-16 An adventure packed week, including an overnight hike in the White Mountains or a Canoe Trip on the Saco River!
FRONTIERSMEN Young Men 14-18 True Christian leadership begins with service, following the pattern set by Christ. This multi-week program is designed around that very theme.
Tree Climbers (Boys ages 6 - 11 with a Dad, Grandad, uncle, etc.) Spend 3 days building life-long lasting relationships with your son. It will be one of the most rewading experiences for both of you! ADVENTURE TRIPS (Young Men ages 14 - 18) Spend a week engaged in an exciting adventure!
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (Young Men ages 15 - 17) The Counselor-In-Training program is designed to train young men to become effective role models and mentors to their campers. During Pre-Camp, you will learn skills in CPR, Lifesaving, First Aid, counseling and camp programming, peer team building, and "on-the-job training" with your senior counselor. Make this summer a life changing ministry experience!
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Visit Our Camp Manitou for Boys Website
800-326-1916
jon[AT]campmanitou.com
mike[AT]campmanitou.com
47 Camp Manitou Cove
Oakland, ME 04963
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CAMPER AGES: 7 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Manitou, a summer camp for boys age 7-16, is located in the beautiful Belgrade Lakes region of Maine. Founded in 1947, Camp Manitou is one of the nation's foremost residential summer camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Wake-Surfing, Culinary, Ropes Course & Climbing Tower, Track & Field, Lacrosse, Archery, & Riflery.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located an 1 hour and 15 minutes north of Portland, Maine and 3 hours north of Boston on a large Maine lake.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Updated Cabins with electricity and bathrooms in the bunk, 15,000 sq ft indoor sports complex, Arts and, Crafts Center, Dining hall, Pristine Lake.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Athletic and creative diversity distinguishes the Manitou program. With a choice of more than 40 learning areas, every camper can find a place in which he will experience success.
Manitou promotes team building through inter-camp competition and intra-camp activities called College League and Color War. For boys who prefer individual activities, Manitou offers a variety of programs for instruction, discovery and fun.
Camp Manitou was founded in 1947 and is home to many second and third generation campers.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Father-Son Weekend:August 14th-16th, 2020
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: MLK Weekend Ski Trip to Mt Snow, VT
Spring Break Disney (FL) Trip
MLB Games across 8 cities in April/May
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.campmanitou.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
For more information about jobs at Camp Manitou, visit: http:// Our Camp Website Link: www.campmanitou.com and click on the staff section.
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Visit Our Camp Caribou Website
207.872.9313
alex[AT]campcaribou.com
bobby[AT]campcaribou.com
1 Caribou Way
Winslow, Maine 04901
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CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Caribou is definitely a special place. Campers ages 7-15 can grow and develop skills and friendships that will last a lifetime. We have a very mature and experienced staff from all over the world and are fortunate to have many of them return year after year.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Caribou is located a mile in on a private 200 acre peninsula. We are lucky enough to be the only camp on the lake, with a mile and half of private lake front. This unique property creates a nice sense of privacy and seclusion, yet is located only 5 miles from the wonderful city of Waterville, with access to Maine General Hospital, movie theaters, shopping, restaurants and more.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Caribou is located a mile in on a private 200 acre peninsula. We are lucky enough to be the only camp on the lake, with a mile and half of private lake front. We have 20 cabins with private bathrooms, 9 tennis courts, 2 baseball diamonds, 1 outdoor basketball court, 12 target archery range, 275 yard golf range, 9 hole chipping course, outdoor climbing facility, collegiate hockey rink, 3 soccer fields, 2 lacrosse fields, and a 10,000 square foot gymansium.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our program offers a wealth of activities and programs. Most mornings, campers rotate with their bunk through three one-hour instructional periods. Over the course of a week, this exposes them to all the camp’s land and water sports, its extensive ropes course with high and low elements, as well as creative and culinary arts. This instruction uncovers new interests that campers often pursue in the afternoon, when they select three activities of their own. These “electives” change daily and allow campers to be self-directed. Having had Caribou in our family since 1968, we are confident that boys learn best with this combination of instructional and elective time.
Our staff takes a great interest in reaching out to our campers. They try to uncover new interests, improve on current interests and act as mentors to your children. They are passionate about what they teach. We as Directors also teach in the program. We love knowing and working with all of the campers. Camp Caribou is on a private and beautiful 200 acre peninsula. The facilities are fabulous and well maintained. Camp Caribou traditionally has a winning combination of wonderful campers, outstanding staff, and great facilities. This special combination provides a spirited, memorable, fun and safe summer experience for all.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: “The Caribou Collaborative Initiative, or CCI, is non-profit organization dedicated to sharing the Camp Caribou experience with deserving children whose families could not otherwise afford this type of opportunity. Our goal is to raise funds to support these “camperships” so that children may benefit from the tremendous growth that happens in our warm, safe and nurturing camp community. In addition to their personal and social growth, these children will have the opportunity to develop their skills in all the land and water sports and wilderness adventures that are offered at Camp Caribou, while spending their summer in the beautiful Maine woods. We will work in conjunction with several other non-profit youth programs out of Boston and New York City and rural Maine to help us support children from underrepresented backgrounds.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Caribou campers develop increased confidence as our experienced staff teaches them new skills and helps them improve existing strengths. Parents often ask, “Who is the typical Caribou kid?” Our answer is always that we attract the “what’s next?” kids—kids who love to learn and be active, are willing to try new things, and respond very well to the positive reinforcement of their counselors and peers. Caribou boys are fun-loving, warm, and welcoming. They represent a cross section of athletic abilities, very similar to a school classroom. Some are gifted athletes, some are boys with growing interest and skills in various sports, and some are just learning and beginning to develop. The only prerequisite is that they are interested in learning and love to play. Camp Caribou boys are also known for their excellent sportsmanship. Our philosophy is that we win with class and we lose with class.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our Camp Website Link: www.campcaribou.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic sports and activity coaches and instructors
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Visit Our Camp Laurel Website
Winter: 203.227.8866
Summer: 207.685.4945
summer[AT]camplaurel.com
1218 Pond Road
Mount Vernon, Maine 04352
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
136 Main St., #205
Westport, CT 06880
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CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Laurel is at the forefront of the Maine camping tradition. Laurel is one of New England's premier 7-week, residential, co-ed camps combining cutting edge programming in a family atmosphere.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Math, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Ideally located in Maine's Central Lakes Region, Echo Lake crowns Camp Laurel's 150 acres of woodlands with its 2,000 feet of natural shoreline and a magnificent sandy beach.
CAMP FACILITIES: Modern, fully-equipped facilities and high-quality equipment enhance our cutting-edge program.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our extensive program is comprised of 6 distinct areas including: Waterfront, Athletics, Tennis, Adventure, Inter-Arts and Horseback Riding.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
2018 Dates:
Camp Opens: June 23rd
Camp Closes: August 10th
Staff Orientation Starts: June 15th
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Laurel employs about 250 counselors for the summer. The majority of our staff are considered Activity Counselors, while a smaller number of staff are hired to work as General Counselors with our youngest campers (ages 7-10).
Activity Counselors teach a specific activity (Tennis, Waterskiing, Rock Climbing, etc.) throughout the day. General Counselors work with our youngest campers (ages 7-10), travel to/from their activities and help them in their activities. Activity Counselors and General Counselors share many commonalities. All counselors live in a cabin with campers, eat meals with their campers, spend Rest Hour and Rec Time with them, supervise cabin clean-ups and participate in evening programs and special day events.
In addition to Counseling Staff, we also hire staff to work in our Summer Office, Health Center (Nurses and Nursing Assistants), on our Food Service Staff and Maintenance Staff.
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Visit Our Agassiz Village Summer Camp Website
781-860-0200 (year-round)
207-998-4340 (summer)
tsemeta[AT]agassizvillage.org
campregistration[AT]agassizvillage.org
71 Agassiz Village Ln.
Poland, Maine 04274
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
238 Bedford Street, Suite 8
Lexington, MA 02420
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CAMPER AGES: 8 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: At Agassiz Village, it all starts with a smile. Our camp offers a safe and healthy environment where children’s smiles and laughter create lifelong friendships and provide a lifetime of memories. More importantly, our campers have the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience. Agassiz Village campers take with them our values of responsibility, self-confidence, service to others and a commitment to learning.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Agassiz Village is located on a beautiful 400-acre lakefront property on Thompson Lake in Poland, Maine.
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CAMP FACILITIES: All campers live in cabins with an average of 14 other children/youth and 2 counselors in each of the cabins. Bathrooms are located in the cabins with shower houses nearby. Boys and girls live in separate sections of camp.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our campers learn that people care about them and that honesty, consideration and fair play are real. We emphasize participation rather than winning and aim to strengthen campers’ self-esteem and resilience. Each child is facilitated to recognize, develop and increase his/her own abilities and learns to use those abilities to address challenges he/she faces. We treat each child equally while also recognizing that every child is unique.
Traditional Overnight Camp program is for campers ages 8-13 who have an option to attend one or two of our TWO-WEEK sessions (please see the Summer 2015 Schedule). The goals for each of the activities are to create an intentional experience through age specific, life-skills oriented, programming. Each program is educational so our campers learn important life skills (such as tolerance, respect, leadership, etc.) while having fun.
Agassiz Village traditional daily activities include but are not limited to: instructional and recreational swimming, arts & crafts, nature and outdoor living skills, sports and fitness, drama, dance, high and low ropes courses, canoeing and others. All of these programs are developed and lead by qualified and experienced instructors. Each camper group will go through at least five different scheduled activities every day during their session with each day ending with a different evening activity that will range from small group (cabin) activities to all camp events and celebrations. Through these every day programs as well as special/theme days and events we strive to provide a well-rounded experience for each of our campers that is fun and meaningful.
Teen Advancement Program (TAP) is a unique opportunity that offers more advanced programming and growth opportunities for our older campers. It is for those campers who are 14+ years old. It is an intentional two-week program focused on teen leadership skills development and community service. The first week of the session will focus on various leadership topics and skills like: group building, goal setting, teamwork, tolerance and compromise, integrity, role modeling, community service, etc. The second week will focus on service and learning projects. Campers in this program will also enjoy more responsibility and choice in the traditional A.V. camp experiences like swimming, canoeing, dance, sports, evening and other activities as part of the overall Agassiz Village community. The goal of this program is to raise our camper self-identity and awareness and develop specific leadership skills and values through purposeful experiential education to fulfill our mission: Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders!
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Internship for Staff Training, Education, and Placement (INSTEP) is a 4-week, tuition free program for a select group of 16-17 year old teens seeking hands-on leadership skills development and potential future employment with Agassiz. Each candidate is required to apply for the position and is interviewed prior to their selection. Two weeks of training focus on general leadership and job skills development. During these weeks participants engage in a set of hands-on workshops on teamwork, group forming and dynamics, conflict management skills, leadership styles, and career and college workshops. Additionally, they actively participate and lead various activities.
We will also have a college admissions officer from University of Southern Maine do a ‘Dean For A Day’ workshop. This interactive workshop focuses on college application importance and assessment by looking at a number of actual applications and discussing their strong and weak points. This provides an opportunity for the 16-17 year old participants to look at the realities of college applications and what they need to start focusing on in order to successfully get into the college of their choice. The other two weeks participants work as Jr. Counselors and program assistants.
As Jr. Counselors they assist a Agassiz Cabin Counselor with the day-to-day activities of a cabin group and live together with the group for a week. All participants who successfully complete the program will receive a scholarship, the amount based on their performance, to be used to further their education and leadership opportunities.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid available to all through sliding scale financial aid rates (posted on our website). Session rates start at $125 and depend on family's annual income and household size.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer 2018
Session 1
Monday, July 2 - Session Pick-Up
Friday, July 13 - Session Drop-Off
Session 2
Monday, July 16 - Session Pick-Up
Friday, July 27 - Session Drop-Off
Session 3
Monday, July 30 - Session Pick-Up
Friday, August 10 - Session Drop-Off
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Available Jobs Include:
Cabin Counselors - Ages 18+
High / Low Ropes Instructor - Ages 19+
Dance Instructor - Ages 19+
Arts & Crafts Instructor - Ages 19+
Sports Program instructor - Ages 19+
Kitchen Assistants/Dishwashers - Ages 17+
Program Director - Ages 21+
Waterfront Director - Ages 21+
Assistant Waterfront Director - 20+
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Visit Our Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan Website
207-619-4772
camp[AT]bangory.org
101 Camp Jordan Way
Ellsworth, Maine 04605
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan
Bangor YMCA
17 Second Street
Bangor, ME 04401
CAMPER AGES: 8-19
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan is owned and operated by the Bangor YMCA and adheres to all YMCA best practices. We are also accredit
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan runs a one-week program for families of children affected by cancer. This week provides a Sleep Away Camp experience for the whole family. For more information please call 07-619-4772 or email mrobshaw[AT]bangory.org.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Cheerleading, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Maine is synonymous with camping and wilderness, and our Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan is the perfect combination of both. The Wilderness Center sits in the heart of Eastern Maine’s pristine lake district, just 18 miles from Bangor with a world renowned medical facility and an airport with daily flights along the East Coast. Half way between Bangor and Bar Harbor, our Wilderness Center is within reach of five star restaurants, beautiful small town boutiques, Acadia National Park’s breathtaking ocean view hiking, countless rock climbing cliffs, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our Wilderness Center provides a secluded nature retreat with all the amenities for a comfortable stay. Our 200 acre campus sits along a quarter mile of lakefront. We are the only summer camp on 2,700 acre Branch Lake. The 5,000 square foot King Dining Hall sits in the center of camp. This bright new facility is equipped with a full professional kitchen and can comfortably seat up to 230 people. The Dining Hall overlooks our lakefront grove area along with Triangle Lodge, our historic meeting hall. Our modern infirmary provides all needs for camp health care, as well as heated living quarters and an apartment for seasonal use.
Most guests and campers stay in our fifteen cabins, all of which have electricity and sleep up to sixteen people. Campers utilize our two bathhouses with six toilets and showers in each. With hiking trails, campsites, sports fields, an outdoor chapel, a state of the art ropes course, and over thirty boats, our facility is the perfect location for all groups.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan offers three primary summer programs: Sleep Away Camp for boys and girls ages 8-15, Adventure Seekers Trips for boys and girls ages 8-18, and Leaders School for teens in Middle School and High School. All program details can be found in our downloadable program guide at Our Camp Website Link: www.campjordan.org.
SLEEP AWAY CAMP
Sleep Away Camp is the perfect introduction for children ages 8 to 15 into the Wilderness Center’s summer camp programming. Keenly aware of the different stages of youth development, our program provides age appropriate activities to foster self-exploration, challenge, and achievement. Our Sleep Away program serves a highly diverse camper population, giving campers an opportunity to live and connect with children from various countries and cultures. At Sleep Away Camp, children embark on a personal quest, enjoying activities of their choice from water sports, our adventure ropes course, crafts, performing arts, target shooting, field sports, and more.
ADVENTURE SEEKERS
The Adventure Seekers Program is a wilderness expedition program for campers looking for an exciting, elevated camp experience. Expeditions may include mountain biking, rock climbing, backpacking, spelunking, paddling, whitewater rafting, wilderness survival and more. Adventure Seekers will explore the best of the Maine and New Hampshire wildernesses on trips specially designed for different ages and abilities. All trips are led by Wilderness First Responders and Outdoor Specialists. The trips have been developed by Jeremy Robichaud, our Director of Adventure Recreation. He is a Registered Maine Guide, a Wilderness EMT, a Nationally Registered EMT, a Level II Project Adventure Instructor, and an instructor for SOLO Wilderness Medical School. Jeremy is a professional rock climbing guide and instructor, who is licensed by both the American Mountain Guide Association and the Professional Climbing Instructors Association.
LEADERS SCHOOL
Through group problem-solving competitions, intense physical challenges, unique traditions, and guided reflection, Leaders School helps shape teens into leaders. This is a pedal-to-the-metal week of excitement, formulated by experts in the field of experiential learning and group development. Leaders are pushed to their limits, encouraged to “slay their dragons”, and make connections from their Leaders School experience to their everyday lives. Graduates of this program become charged with a greater sense of self-worth, purpose, and obligation to improve the world around them.
Leaders School relies upon a perpetually-changing but time-tested model of outdoor adventure-education to push kids to explore their physical and mental limits, all the while maintaining a fun and supportive atmosphere that emphasizes “Challenge by Choice”. The two one-week programs are divided by age group between middle school and high school, and are primarily run at the Bangor Y’s Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan. At the core of the Leaders programming, however, are its “Challenge Days” expeditions that take campers all over the state. Young leaders can paddle canoes or kayaks along Moosehead Lake and the Penobscot or St. Croix rivers, sea kayak in Casco Bay, mountain bike through Acadia National Park, go rock climbing in Clifton, or hike Mt. Bigelow or Katahdin. Through introspection and experiential learning in a safe but challenging outdoor environment, leaders learn about themselves while gaining an appreciation for Maine’s natural treasures.
While at Leaders School, teens are challenged by Low and High Ropes Course elements to strengthen self image and build team skills. In addition to more standard classes such as archery, riflery and orienteering, leaders can also participate in Traveling Minstrels (music), Teen Talk (discussions about issues that affect youth), and Energy Infusion Theatre (performing arts). Campers build communication skills, develop teamwork, learn the dynamics of a group, discover themselves and shape goals for the future. The Bangor YMCA Leaders School program has graduated more than 4,200 young leaders in its 41 year history. The relationships and skills they build at Leaders School remain a part of their lives forever.
THE BANGOR YMCA WILDERNESS CENTER AT CAMP JORDAN offers so many choices all summer long, and the common thread is that every program will bring incredible growth, skills, friendship, and fun. Set on a 200 acre campus along the shores of Branch Lake in the beautiful Maine wilderness, our Sleep Away Camp, Adventure Seekers, and Leaders School give boys, girls, and teens of all ages and interests a sense of adventure, belonging, and purpose. These programs allow a child to progress and grow each year in our specially designed age appropriate adventures. Our goal is to partner with parents throughout their child’s life.
The Bangor YMCA’s Wilderness Center provides an idyllic group of resources in which to explore opportunities for personal growth and the enhancement of outdoor skills. The bedrock of our philosophy focuses on the value of experiential learning and encourages self-discovery through the wonders of the Maine environment.
The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan has been fostering friendships, changing lives, and creating leaders for 106 years. We have established traditions and purposeful programming that encourages character building and leadership skills through the core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. Everyone is encouraged to take these life lessons home and contribute to their own families and communities.
Our programs are formulated to reflect the appropriate challenges of each stage of child development. As youth grow and gain a sense of comfort within our programs, they are encouraged to try new activities and new programs to gain a sense of challenge and mastery. Often children who begin with our Sleep Away Camp rise through the ranks, challenging themselves physically on Adventure Seekers expeditions as they grow older, moving on to our LIT and CIT programs, and capping each summer as a teenager with the Leaders School experience. Our programs for older teens bridge the gap between finding one’s personal strength and being a responsible member of a home community. Our Wilderness Center’s camper diversity brings this conversation globally and fosters discussions among tomorrow’s leaders from around the world.
The cabin group is the heart of our program, and we have recently made our cabin groups smaller to foster a closer bond between counselors and cabin-mates. Cabins eat together during each meal, participate in cabin challenges together, and spend “embers”, a time of reflection, sharing their day around a candle every night before bed. Veteran campers think of camp as their second home, a place where they feel appreciated, accepted for who they are, and at peace with themselves. It is our goal that every child develops this sense of connection with our community and our program.
ACCREDITATION: We are accredited by the American Camp Association, ensuring that we hold ourselves to the highest industry standards. The camp complies with all regulations of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.
At the Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan, we pride ourselves on providing a staff that live out the YMCA core values of honesty, caring, respect, and responsibility. Every staff person receives extensive training, preparing them to provide the best possible physical and emotional environment for your child. All counselors are First Aid and CPR certified, and we employ two live-in health professionals and have an MD on call for reference to ensure that every camper’s medical needs are met at all times. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker visits us regularly to communicate with staff about their campers’ experiences and challenges.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LEADERS SCHOOL
The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan's Leaders School is one of the most profound leadership development programs in the Northeast.
Through group problem-solving competitions, intense physical challenges, unique traditions, and guided reflection, Leaders School helps shape teens into leaders. This is a pedal-to-the-metal week of excitement, formulated by experts in the field of experiential learning and group development. Leaders are pushed to their limits, encouraged to “slay their dragons”, and make connections from their Leaders School experience to their everyday lives. Graduates of this program become charged with a greater sense of self-worth, purpose, and obligation to improve the world around them.
Leaders School relies upon a perpetually-changing but time-tested model of outdoor adventure-education to push kids to explore their physical and mental limits, all the while maintaining a fun and supportive atmosphere that emphasizes “Challenge by Choice”. The two one-week programs are divided by age group between middle school and high school, and are primarily run at the Bangor Y’s Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan. At the core of the Leaders programming, however, are its “Challenge Days” expeditions that take campers all over the state. Young leaders can paddle canoes or kayaks along Moosehead Lake and the Penobscot or St. Croix rivers, sea kayak in Casco Bay, mountain bike through Acadia National Park, go rock climbing in Clifton, or hike Mt. Bigelow or Katahdin. Through introspection and experiential learning in a safe but challenging outdoor environment, leaders learn about themselves while gaining an appreciation for Maine’s natural treasures.
While at Leaders School, teens are challenged by Low and High Ropes Course elements to strengthen self image and build team skills. In addition to more standard classes such as archery, riflery and orienteering, leaders can also participate in Traveling Minstrels (music), Teen Talk (discussions about issues that affect youth), and Energy Infusion Theatre (performing arts). Campers build communication skills, develop teamwork, learn the dynamics of a group, discover themselves and shape goals for the future. The Bangor YMCA Leaders School program has graduated more than 4,200 young leaders in its 41 year history. The relationships and skills they build at Leaders School remain a part of their lives forever.
LIT/CIT
The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan's LIT and CIT programs culminate the Sleep Away Camp experience. They provide teens with a strong set of skills they can use as future camp counselors and leaders in their communities. Our teen leadership development programs are some of the most comprehensive of their kind. Sixteen year olds begin with a two-week LIT program, which focuses on skill acquisition, team-building, personal development, goal setting, and community service. The CIT program is geared toward 17 year olds who aspire to work in childcare and continue as a leader at camp. During this three week program, participants learn the skills needed to care for children in a camp setting, develop interpersonal relationships, and work alongside members of the camp staff. Additionally, CITs will earn certifications in CPR and First Aid.
Many LIT and CIT participants were former campers who return to become volunteers and staff members, thus providing the legacy of energy and talent that has preserved more than 106 years of Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan tradition.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available to Maine families. All families must apply by May 1, 2014.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The Bangor YMCA Wilderness Center at Camp Jordan facilitates corporate retreats, offers corporate, private, and wedding facility rentals, and guides a plethora of outdoor adventure programs for adults and youth through the year. More information can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.bangory.org.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates & Fees are most easily viewed at the following web adress: Our Camp Website Link: www.bangory.org.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are currently seeking Adventure Seekers Trip Leaders (must be 21+ to apply), a Waterfront Director (must be 21+ to apply), Sous Chefs & Prep Cooks (must be 18+ to apply), and a Health Officer (RN, LNP, PA, DO, MD, EMT 2+).
All inquiries can be sent to mrobshaw[AT]bangory.org.
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Visit Our Camp Runoia Website
207-495-2228
alex[AT]runoia.com
info[AT]runoia.com
3 Lucy Weiser Lane
Belgrade, Maine 04917
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
PO BOX 450
Belgrade Lakes
ME 04918
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Runoia Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Runoia is a Native American name for "harmony". Camp Runoia is an Accredited American Camp Association camp for girls located in Central Maine. Camp Runoia is about learning to live with other people, sharing ideas and working out differences while having fun. Camp Runoia values diversity and develops a community of individuals who learn acceptance and celebration of people from different cultures, races, sexual orientations, ages and social-economic backgrounds. Our motto is "building lifelong skills", but our mission is to build lifelong confidence, friendships, and memories.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Weightloss, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Target Sports & Wilderness Trips, Too.
CAMP LOCATION: Runoia is a Native American name for "harmony". Camp Runoia is an Accredited American Camp Association camp for girls located in Central Maine. Less than 3 hours out of Boston an hour north of Portland Runoia's 120 acres of woods and fields, located on nearly a mile of shore-line, is on the largest Belgrade Lake, Great Pond.
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: runoia.com
CAMP FACILITIES: Set on 120 beautiful lakeside acres Runoia combines a rustic camp experience with modern facilities.
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: runoia.com
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Certainly, we have all the amazing things you would expect in an excellent summer camp – a 40 foot climbing tower, onsite horseback riding, 8000 acres of beautiful lake to play and learn on, private shoreline, amazing counselors and remarkable food. And yet, there is something more at Camp Runoia. Something real and lasting. Something life changing. Something unique. Something you are a part of – forever!
Get outdoors. Create your own schedule and have an adventure!
Climb and cross the multi-vine line. Become a tennis player – paddle a kayak or swim to the diving dock. Build a campfire! Make a basket. Sail! Try twenty other things this summer.
Have free time. Enjoy time with friends or curl up with a book. Hike on the nature trail or climb the Lookout Tower. Start a pick-up soccer game! Play the Lodge piano. Live the variety!
Laugh with your cabin group! Make memories. Build friendships! Be part of something great. Spend your summers with Camp Runoia!
Camp Runoia is an authentic, down to earth, caring camp. 130 campers with 75 adults helping to make the experience at camp genuine and safe. Most girls stay for one session and some come for the whole summer.
Runoia is owned by Pam Cobb Heuberger and is Co-Directed by Pam and Alex Jackson. 2019 will be Runoia’s 113th year of operation.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program for 16 year olds - tuition charged Junior Counselor program 17 and 18 - stipend received.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camper-ships available for partial tuition - applications due in November for the next summer.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Rental available for off season use.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: runoia.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Come and be part of a great summer experience. Do you love working with children and have skills in an activity area that you can teach? We are a small, private, girl’s camp in central Maine seeking a variety of staff for our seasonal jobs.
Check out our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.runoia.com for a current list of open positions. For more information contact alex[AT]runoia.com.
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Visit Our JCC Camp Kingswood Website
Summer - 207-647-5078
Winter - 617-558-6531
info[AT]jccgb.org
104 Wildwood Road
Bridgton, Maine 04009
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston
333 Nahanton Street
Newton, MA 02459
CAMPER AGES: Entering grades 3-11
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Jewish. Kingswood campers and staff come from all over the world with different backgrounds and levels of Jewish observance.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Kingswood provides campers with an unforgettable, fun summer overnight camp experience. Campers develop independence, gain self-confidence, build individual skills and learn to work as teams, all while nurturing lifelong friendships and strengthening their Jewish identities. Flexible enrollment - 2, 3.5, 5.5 and 7-week sessions available. Campers choose their own electives on a weekly basis.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Zohar special needs program is a fully integrated camp experience for campers under the supervision of specially trained staff. Open to boys and girls ages 10-17 with developmental disabilities, high functioning spectrum disorders, and neurological and learning challenges. Counselor to camper ratio is 1:2. A family interview is required.
Zohar special needs vocational program provides Zohar campers ages 17-21 the opportunity to build independent living and work skills in the safe confines of Kingswood. Campers have job shadowing opportunities with supportive coaching along with the continuation of group social dynamics. The goal is to have campers succeed in their areas of interest and develop transferable skills.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Adventure Course; High & Low Ropes Courses, Day & Overnight Camping Trips, Fishing, Hiking, & Outdoor Living Skills
CAMP LOCATION: One hundred acres in southern Maine make JCC Camp Kingswood the perfect setting for overnight camp! In this beautiful lakefront environment, Kingswood campers and experienced staff create a fun, positive, and diverse community where Jewish values and exciting activities in sports, outdoor/adventure, water sports and visual and performing arts are the core of the program.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Kingswood's modern, well-maintained facilities include:
Sheldon A. Cohen Athletic Complex with rock climbing wall and zip line, high and low ropes courses, tennis and basketball courts, soccer and lacrosse fields, baseball field complete with our own Green Monster (like Fenway Park) and beach volleyball courts. We also have a fully equipped waterfront with water trampoline, water slide, water skiing, wake boarding, fishing and boating as well as an arts and crafts and ceramics center, multi-purpose recreation halls, bunks with restrooms, health and wellness center and newly renovated dining hall with kosher kitchen.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: JCC Camp Kingswood offers a broad spectrum of activities supplemented by specialty camp offerings that vary year to year. Campers are encouraged to develop interests and to try new activities. The woods in which we live and play together bring special awareness and appreciation of nature into all that we do - including our many long-standing traditions, special activities and events to celebrate them!
Camp is a special place with infinite opportunities to have meaningful positive impact on each other's lives. The magic of camp and the key to a great summer is in hiring quality staff. Our staff are incredibly important to us and we take great pride in the selection and training of each staff member. We look for individuals that will work hard to create a safe and caring environment, while at the same time bringing an incredible amount of energy and enthusiasm to camp.
Our staff is made up of individuals from all over the world. We have coaches, teachers, social workers, outdoor educators, Jewish educators, medical professionals, song leaders, athletes, artists, actors, swimmers, water skiers, and many more specialists. The staff is made up of professionals, parents, graduate students, college students, and recent/soon to be high school graduates.
Leslie Zide, Director
Director Leslie Zide has more than a decade of experience in JCC camping where she previously held the positions of Assistant Director at JCC Kingswood Camp and Assistant Director at JCC Grossman Camp. In addition, Leslie was also the Family Program and Community Coordinator for the JCC in the South Area where she was instrumental in developing innovative family programs and engaging families in Jewish life. Leslie brings energy, enthusiasm and creativity to everything she undertakes. She can't wait to see returning campers, welcome new campers and create an amazing camp experience this summer!
Eric Bloomberg, Caretaker
Eric Bloomberg is responsible for Kingswood's facilities and grounds. Over the past decade, he has overseen many significant projects, including major renovations and new construction, that have enhanced the Kingswood experience. During the summer, Eric assists the theatre staff in building sets and teaches a class in building for older campers.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: The Kingswood CIT program prepares campers entering grade 11 to be future counselors.
CIT Trip to Israel is an optional three week experience for Kingswood CITs organized in conjunction with BBYO. This trip takes place during first session and provides a once in a lifetime experience for CITs to connect with the history, people, and natural beauty of Israel. After the trip, CITS return to camp for second session to continue their training.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: The JCC, together with Combined Jewish Philanthropies and generous individual and foundation donors, offers some financial assistance for campers on the basis of financial need only. Assistance is awarded on a first come, first served basis. For more information and to have a confidential conversation, please contact the Camp Director at 617-558-6531.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Kingswood Family Camp is a fun filled weekend with your family at camp. Includes meals and lodging, a spiritually inclusive family Shabbat experience, and all the activities you can handle: campfires, lake swimming and boating, hikes, and your favorite sports.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The Kingswood summer program is flexible. Families can choose to enroll campers for 2, 3.5, 5.5 or 7 weeks. There is a day/overnight camp option offered in collaboration with JCC Grossman Camp or JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts & Science Camp. Transportation to and from camp is available for all sessions.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Kingswood is looking to fill additional camp positions including:
Specialists: Arts and Crafts, Drama, Music, Ropes, Sewing, Videography, Lifeguards/Boating and Photography
Special Needs Staff
Bunk Counselors
Administrative Staff -- Unit Heads
Please check Our Camp Website Link: www.kingswood.org for more information.
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Visit Our Camp Meraki (Formerly C-A-M-P/Creative Arts Music & Performance) Website
505-946-2468
info[AT]campmeraki.com
7 Camp Eastwood Circle
Oakland, Maine 04963
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Camp Meraki
105 Mill Street
North Easton, MA 02356
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Meraki (Formerly C-A-M-P/Creative Arts Music & Performance) Video
CAMPER AGES: 7 - 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Sleepover 2 weeks
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Meraki offers a non-competitive environment for kids of all ages to learn about a number of disciplines within the performing and creative arts. Our teachers are some of the best in the industry, and committed to offering each student individualized attention for a creative, instructive, fun and amazing summer!
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Technology, Academics, and more. Monologues, Scene Study, Lighting Design, Sound Design, Choreography, Musical Theatre, Music, Theatre, Dance, Film, Shakespeare, Singing,.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located at Camp Eastwood in the beautiful Belgrade Regions of Maine, overlooking the waters of East Pond.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Eastwood has two outdoor amphitheaters and a beautiful three-quarter thrust theater. The theatre offers an outstanding performance space with 200 seats, dressing rooms, a scene shop, and lighting and sound booths.
The two outdoor amphitheaters are available for workshops, master classes, rehearsals performances and much, much more. The amazing pool and lakefront are where we cool off after a long day. Each camper cabin is complete with indoor bathrooms, toilets, and showers.
Additionally, the campground has three beautiful rehearsal and dance studios, a toasty fire pit for all of our campfires, and a state-of-the-art dining hall for meals (and the occasional ice cream sandwich).
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We are the new name for C-A-M-P (Creative Arts Music & Performance)! New name, same magic! Camp Meraki offers a non-competitive environment for kids from 8-17 to learn about the performing arts. Set against a rustic camp atmosphere, we offer outstanding classes in film, theatre, singing, acting, dance, writing, and many other creative disciplines. Our classes are taught by some of the best in the industry, each dedicated to their students on a very individualized level, ensuring that every camper receives the best possible training and encouragement. Our goal is for campers to walk away having had the time of their lives, with a newfound confidence in sharing their voice through the performing arts.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer a CIT/JC program for 16 and 17 year olds to begin learning the responsibilities of counselors. Our application process will be available on our website in the spring.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Our ways to save can be found at our website! Our Camp Website Link: www.campmeraki.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
August 15-26, $1995. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.campmeraki.com for ways to learn more about our program! Additionally, you can reach out to us at info[AT]campmeraki.com to ask any questions you may have!
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Camp Meraki Formerly CAMPCreative Arts Music and Performance
Visit Our MNOHS Online Two-Week Video and Soundtrack Immersion Project Website
info[AT]mnohs.org
Minnesota
CAMPER AGES: Grades 9-12
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: This summer, MNOHS music teacher Erin Winchell and MNOHS media arts teacher Michael Wiechmann are teaming up to lead an exciting, intensive online learning experience. Youth will meet online in real time to develop video projects, show their work, and give and receive feedback. Projects include a 30-second commercial and a 10-minute short film, documentary, or stop action.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Technology, Academics, and more. Video & Soundtrack Production
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Youth should plan to be online 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. weekdays, and to work ten additional hours per week on their projects. Most of the scheduled time is for projects but some of it will be for meetings.
Required equipment: A tablet or phone with a front-facing camera. A video camera or DSLR camera will also work.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 16 - June 29
Tuition:
$240 for non-MNOHS students
$180 for MNOHS students--or free for those who qualify
Please see our web site for more information: Our Camp Website Link: www.mnohs.org
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Visit Our Camp Encore/Coda Website
Summer: 207-647-3947
Winter: 617-584-1129
cara[AT]encorecoda.com
50 Encore/Coda Lane
Sweden, Maine 04040
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Encore/Coda Video
CAMPER AGES: 9-17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Music camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We are a unique musical community offering daily instruction in diverse styles, including private lessons, orchestras, jazz bands, wind ensembles, rock bands, jazz combos, chamber music, chorus, jazz choir, theater & many concerts. 2023 is our 74th year! Supportive, non-competitive atmosphere. Also sports, swimming, boating, arts & crafts. Ages 9-17.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, and more. Music
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on beautiful Stearns Pond in Sweden, Maine, about 3 1/2 hours northwest of Boston, Mass, in the foothills of the White Mountains.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Our property wraps around a natural cove on the lake, and includes, 2 concert halls, 21 camper sleeping cabins, 28 music studios, dining hall, tennis courts, complete waterfront facility, beautiful lake for swimming and boating.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: 2015 is our 66th year of welcoming talented young musicians to our unique musical community in southwestern Maine. Daily musical instruction in classical, popular and jazz styles happens in private lessons, small & large ensembles, theory classes and additional music electives. Campers enjoy orchestras, jazz bands, wind ensembles, rock bands, jazz combos, chamber music, chorus, jazz choir and musical theater. Campers and staff members perform together in many concerts. We feature a supportive atmosphere created by caring, talented staff people, including many camp alumni. Program also includes land sports, trips, swimming, boating, arts & crafts, rocketry, cookouts, and campfires. Ages 9-17.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program available after sophomore year of high school.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial scholarships are available by application
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for complete information about dates and fees.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer jobs are available in certain specialty areas. For more information, please email Nathan Hubbard:
nathan[AT]encorecoda.com
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Visit Our Schoolhouse Arts Center Website
(207) 642-3743
schoolhousearts[AT]gmail.com
16 Richville Road
Standish, Maine 04084
CAMPER AGES: 6-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Summer Camps are Monday-Friday, 9 am to 3 pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Schoolhouse Arts Center offers year-round theater arts classes, including dance, voice, acting and junior musicals. We also produce 5 main stage productions a year that students are encouraged to audition for.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Schoolhouse Arts Center is located in the Old Standish High School in Sebago Lake Village, on Route 114 just past the intersection of Route 35.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The SchoolhouseArtsCenter has a main theater where the main productions are performed, a Black Box theater for smaller productions, a dance room, acting room and music room for classes.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Schoolhouse Arts Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing to the community a fun, creative, educational, and supportive arts environment where people can grow, develop skills, and be involved in the arts. The Schoolhouse offers summer theater camps as well as after-school classes during the school year. We also offer a variety of other educational or cultural opportunities: one-time or regularly recurring activities outside the normal class schedule.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Families are encouraged to audition for main stage productions as a fun activity to do together.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: The SchoolhouseArtsCenter offers year-round theater arts classes, including dance, voice, acting and junior musicals. We also produce 5 main stage productions a year that students are encouraged to audition for.
OTHER CAMP INFO: For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: schoolhousearts.org.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The Schoolhouse Arts Center has some awesome theater camps this summer! Be sure to sign up soon before they fill up!
Please visit: Our Camp Website Link: schoolhousearts.org
Theatre Camps:
Storybook Theatre (ages 5-12)
Camp: July 6 - July 10 / Show July 10 at 2:30pm
Meet new friends and learn about being on stage! Familiar and re-imagined storybook characters take the stage as the kids put on an original show at the end of the week.
Princess and Pirate Camp (ages 6-14)
Camp: July 13-17 / Show July 17 at 2:30pm
Recreate some of your favorite characters, and create some new ones! They will come to life in an original production at the end of the week.
Create Your Own Adventure Camp (ages 8-14)
Camp: July 20-24 / Show July 24 at 2:30pm
For the imaginative camper, this camp will allow students to create their own show from scratch, from writing an original script, casting a show, and mounting it for performance, all in one week!
Shakespeare Workshop: As You Like It (ages 12-18)
8-Week Camp beginning June 22
3 days a weeks: Sun, Mon, Wed
Shows: August 14-16 Directed by Eileen Avery
This workshop is an energetic, intensive, performance-oriented experience for young actors ready to delve into Shakespeare. Collaborative workshops will introduce the language, story, characters, and ideas of Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Classes will incorporate movement, voice, improvisation and acting to enable students to explore the play. Schedule to be determined by availability of students.
Musical Theatre Camps:
Sleeping Beauty Kids (ages 6-11)
Camp July 27 - August 7 / Shows August 7-9
Auditions June 27-28
Directed by Dillon Bates
Join us for this retelling of a fairy tale favorite. Filled with vibrant characters, singing and dancing, Sleeping Beauty is sure to keep you wide awake!
Into the Woods Jr. (ages 11-15) *** CAMP FULL ***
*** Contact us to be placed on waiting list ***
Camp August 10-21 / Shows August 21-23
Auditions June 27-28
Directed by Dillon Bates
One of the most ambitious shows we’ve ever attempted, join us as we bring to life Stephen Sondheim’s challenging score and classic re-imagining of familiar fairy tale characters.
For more information about our summer camps at Schoolhouse Arts, contact our Education Director, Dillon Bates, at schoolhousearts[AT]gmail.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The Schoolhouse is always looking for volunteers to help out with our summer theater arts programs as well as directors and teachers for our year-round activities. Please contact us at schoolhousearts[AT]gmail.com or (207) 642-3743 for more information.
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Visit Our Camp Tapawingo Website
(207) 647-3351
Jane[AT]camptapawingo.com
166 Tapawingo Road
Sweden, Maine 04040
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
(973) 275-1139
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Camp Tapawingo Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): No religious affiliation. Independent girls summer camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. HORSEBACK RIDING (English Style)
LANDSPORTS: Aerobics, Archery, Basketball, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Ropes Course, Soccer, Softball, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Yoga
PERFORMING ARTS: Theater, Music, Dance, Design
STUDIO ARTS: Ceramics, Digital Photography, Jewelry, Stained Glass, Painting & Drawing
TENNIS
WATERFRONT: Canoe, Kayak, Swim, Sail, Windsurf, Waterski
WILDERNESS ADVENTURES: Hike, River Canoe, Camping, Multi-day Canoe & Hike Expeditions
CAMP LOCATION: Tapawingo sits on the shores of Keyes (rhymes with “eyes”) Pond in Sweden, Maine. Our 200 beautiful acres of woods, fields and sandy beaches overlook Mt. Washington and the White Mountains of New Hampshire to the west. Portland and the Atlantic sit just forty miles to the east. Please visit our website for pictures of our camp.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Tapawingo is a natural setting. Acres of open fields surrounded by towering pine trees, a pristine waterfront and the White Mountains all make for a cohesive and fun environment.
Our facilities include:
+ Bunks
+ Horse Barn
+ Junior Lodge - Dance/Aerobic Studio
+ Main Lodge - Dining Hall, Recreation Room (which doubles as our theater), Ping Pong Room
+ Office
+ Outdoor: an archery range, 6 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, a bouldering wall, a high & low ropes course, a softball field, 2 volleyball courts, a gymnastics platform, 2 riding ring, trails for running/riding/hiking
+ Studio Arts Room - kiln, photo lab, general work area
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Carrying on a tradition of high standards since its founding in 1919, Tapawingo is known as one of the country’s finest private, independent camps for girls.
The value of the camp experience is extremely important at Tapawingo. Next to safety, our primary goal is that each camper return home at the end of the summer feeling better about herself. We know that campers will have tons of fun, learn wonderful skills in their activities, and make lifelong friends. But above all, we know that it is at Tapawingo where they will learn how to be leaders, how to be true friends, and how to be themselves. Tapawingo is a safe place for the development of character and values: judgment, personal responsibility, and independence.
We provide encouragement, encouragement and more encouragement – to assure that each girl develops independence and self-confidence. We do not award trophies for the best athlete or best camper. Any camper may sign up to be on a Tapawingo team; she does not need to try out. We are a cheering and singing kind of place, where a child strives to do her very best.
Tapawingo’s call for fun and adventure is contagious – between 80 and 90 percent of our kids come back to Tapawingo, year after year, and many bring their friends. Tradition is a cornerstone of our camp. Many Tapawingo campers are second-generation campers, and some are third.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Full Season
Dates: June 29 – August 16, 2014
Camp Fee: $10,800
Half Season
Dates: June 29 – July 28, 2014
Camp Fee: $6,800
or
Dates: July 28 – August 16, 2014
Camp Fee: $5,400
For complete info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.camptapawingo.com
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Visit Our Camp Walden Website
207-452-2901
kathyjonas[AT]campwalden.com
walden[AT]campwalden.com
93 Walden Drive
PO Box 230
Denmark, Maine 04022
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Founded on values of leadership, respect and responsibility, Camp Walden is a 7-week, all girls, overnight, summer camp in Denmark, Maine. Our small size of 150 campers promotes a close-knit community of girls, ages 8 – 15, who return summer after summer for friendship, challenge and fun. Girls participate in a full range of traditional overnight camp activities including wilderness trips, horseback riding, tennis, sailing and water skiing. For nearly a century, the Walden experience has been part of young girls lives as they acquire the skills and confidence to navigate their world.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Weightloss, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Lacrosse, Softball, Volleyball, Archery, Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboards, High & Low Ropes, Climbing Wall.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located in the Lakes Region of Maine, a 45 minute drive from Portland, ME. Nestled in the pine-filled woods, Camp Walden occupies more than 150 acres of forest and grassy fields and over a half mile of beachfront property.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have docks for swimming, sailing, canoeing and water-skiing on Sand Pond. Our fields support a variety of sports a climbing wall and an adventure challenge course with low and high ropes elements and a zip line. Our horseback riding facilities include two riding rings, pastures, and a barn, home to the 10 – 12 horses that spend the summer with us. Our creative arts facilities include our Arts & Crafts building, overlooking the lake, with studios for ceramics, jewelry and enameling, and drawing and painting, a dance practice room with mirrors and a ballet barre, and the Helen Herz Cohen (HHC) Playhouse for our musical theater program. Indoor events are held at the HHC or in the Ark, our second indoor program space.
The Main House is in the center of camp. This is home to our dining room, administrative offices and recreation porch – ping pong anyone? On rainy days the stone fireplace in the Main House living room gives campers a place to quietly read and drink hot chocolate. Our camp craft facility, where we pack gear and food for our wilderness trip program, is located adjacent to the Main House. Camper cabins are located in a horseshoe around a pine-needled knoll called the Grove. They are situated close to the Main House and the Health Center. From the lower tier of the camper cabins the view of the lake and the cry of loons at night, provide authentic Maine memories.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Walden’s founding values are respect, trust, consideration, and cooperation. These guiding principles involve respecting and supporting each other and always trying our best. Each day campers participate in five activities where girls are scheduled to try everything. In addition campers participate in an extensive trip program, team sports (color war,) many special events and cherished traditions. Campers are encouraged to develop skills and competence while they cultivate a strong sense of self, independence, and integrity. Waldenites live for the fun, friendships, and new experiences that each summer brings. The entire experience is what makes Walden a special place.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Our Rookie Program, which will be held July 22.-24, 2019, is the perfect opportunity for prospective campers and their mothers to experience Camp Walden. You will be given a
campsister (an older Walden camper who will make sure you have an amazing experience, and together you will participate in camp activities, go on a local hike, eat in the Dining Room and sleep in a camp bunk. Email us for registration information, walden[AT]campwalden.com.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camp Opens: Friday, June 21, 2019 Visiting Days: Saturday, July 20 or Sunday, July 221, 2019 Camp Closes: Friday, August 9, 2019 Tuition: $11500 A four-week option is available on a limited basis for first time campers only.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
If you are at least 18 years old and have attended one year of college or university, love working with children and being outdoors we would be interested in talking with you about joining our camp staff. All of our staff teach skills in one of our camp activities and live and support a bunk of campers. Please complete our online staff application, Our Camp Website Link: waldenme.campintouch.com, and we will be in touch.
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Camp Walden
Visit Our Camp Kippewa Website
207-933-2993
800-547-7392
info[AT]kippewa.com
1 Kippewa Drive
Monmouth, ME 04259
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Suite 102, #218
265 Turkey Sag Trail
Palmyra, VA 22963
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 6 - 15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The caring, nurturing ambiance at Kippewa sets girls at ease, giving them confidence to make friends and try new activities. Girls create weekly schedules from our wide range of varied activities: Arts. Equestrian. WaterSports, Gymnastics, Climbing, Wilderness trips and more! No two girls are alike. Why should their summers be?
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Ropes Course With Zip Line, Extensive Equestrian Program, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Sailing, Archery, Cooking, Animal Care
CAMP LOCATION: Kippewa is in South Central Maine, the north-eastern most state of the United States, in the same time zone as New York City but further north. This is lake country, less than an hour's drive to the Atlantic Ocean and the southern parts of the Great North Woods wilderness. Measured by driving time from cities with airports served, Kippewa is three hours north of Boston, Massachusetts; an hour north of Portland, Maine; and twenty minutes south of Augusta, Maine.
CAMP FACILITIES: Please visit our website to check out our camp facilities!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: No two girls are alike, why should their summers be? Camp Kippewa is a unique all-girls overnight camp for ages 6 to 15. Girls select from a wide array of activities to create their own weekly schedule, participating in six activity blocks daily. The caring, nurturing ambiance at Camp Kippewa sets a girl at ease with who she is, giving her the confidence to make friends easily and feel comfortable about trying challenging new activities.
The Arts program offers over 20 disciplines of Fine Arts & Crafts and Dance & Theater.
Onsite horseback riding facilities host an unbeatable Equestrian program where campers can ride daily.
Lake Cobbosseecontee is the perfect setting for top-notch Water Sports instruction in waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking.
Our program also offers a variety of Land Sports including our popular tennis program, gymnastics, soccer, softball, lacrosse and more. Campers enjoy the natural setting of Maine with ocean sailing trips, beach days, wilderness hikes and canoe trips. Our brother camp, Camp Cobbossee, is just 1 mile down the road. Siblings see each other weekly through brother/sister lunches and shared special events such as Carnival.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp in August
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website for session dates and fees.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking for qualified counselor applicants in all program areas. Learn more at Our Camp Website Link: kippewa.com.
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Camp Kippewa
Visit Our Maine Golf and Tennis Academy Camp Kennebec Website
207-465-3226
fun[AT]golfcamp.com
35 Golf Academy Drive
Belgrade, Maine 04917
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Maine Golf and Tennis Academy Camp Kennebec Video
CAMPER AGES: 8= 17
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Handicap accessible
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Team Sports, Math, Science, Adventure, and more. Junior Golf, Junior Tennis, Waterfront, Tournaments, Sports, & Leadership.
CAMP LOCATION: 1 hours north of Portland, Maine in the Belgrade Lakes Region of Maine and in the heart of Great Golf Course, Rivers, Tennis Tournaments and Golf Tournaments
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CAMP FACILITIES: 30 cabins for boys and girls, complete and uniquely designed junior golf and tennis training facility with 6 holes, 9 courts, three different surfaces, 300 yard covered driving range, full waterfront, pontoon boat, ski boats, canoes, kayaks, waterskiing, basketball, soccer, theater, music etc.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Golf, Tennis and Camp. The best of both worlds. Certified PGA and USGA Recognized facility, LPGA Foundation Recognized as "one of the countries top Junior Golf Program, Sports Illustrated names us BEST Golf and BEST Tennis Camp in America.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Leadership program.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Partial Scholarships available
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family camp and handicap accessible
OTHER CAMP INFO: You Will Love What We Do Here and You Will Improve - Guaranteed.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see website for details, at Our Camp Website Link: golfcamp.com
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Maine Golf and Tennis Academy Camp Kennebec
Visit Our DaVinci Experience Science & Art Camp Website
(207) 541-9171
info[AT]davinciexperience.com
190 Middle Rd. (Rt. 9)
Falmouth, Maine 04105
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
Mailing Address: 150 Brook Rd. Falmouth, ME 04105
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our DaVinci Experience Science & Art Camp Video
CAMPER AGES: 4-13 yr. olds, Camper-In-Training Program for 13-15 yr. olds
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Week days 9am- 3 pm, Extended day available in Falmouth, Half day option for 4-7 yr. olds at Falmouth site
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Maine Summer Camps Organization
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: DaVinci Experience Science & Art Camp offers week long sessions in Falmouth and Cumberland, Maine for 4-15 yr. olds. Small groups of similar aged campers actively explore and experiment under the supervision of our experienced teachers. Leonardo DaVinci is the inspiration for integrating science and art experiences and exploring different themes in depth each week. Full day, half day, and extended day options are available.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Swimming, Science, Academics, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Art Camp, Emergency Vet Camp, Inventors' Workshop, Space Camp, Dinosaurs, Ancient Greece Camp, & Ocean Camp.
CAMP LOCATION: All of our sites are located near Portland, ME. Our physical sites vary, but all have outdoor areas for picnics, play and exploration. All sites also have large indoor areas for fun activities if the weather is inclement. Our Falmouth site is at the Mason Motz Activity Center and has a full size gymnasium, large outdoor playground and playing fields, as well as large indoor spaces for experimenting and making art.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Some sites are at schools or in community centers where we have grassy playgrounds with large outdoor areas, classrooms, and gymnasiums. Please visit our website for lots of camp photos and videos.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: In 1999, I was directing science camps for the Children’s Museum of Maine and had taught science at Scarborough Middle School and Westbrook College and was (and still am) a docent at the Portland Museum of Art. I told my family I wanted to create experiences for children that melded my love of science with my passion for art. My husband replied: “Science and art—sounds like Leonardo DaVinci!” Certified teachers collaborated
with me to develop a science and arts curriculum with theme-based programs and The DaVinci Experience was born!
At DaVinci Experience camps, whether it’s dinosaurs, drawing or building catapults, your children will follow their passions or discover new ones. They’ll make friends with children who may attend their local school or be visiting from another state or country. Campers will find mentors who inspire them to try new things and they’ll have the opportunity to explore new themes each week.
Mature, experienced teachers lead small groups of similar aged campers. Our low camper to staff ratio allows your children to fully participate in hands-on science activities, art projects and outdoor games. Their experiences are enriched by meeting guests from the community, as diverse as doctors and veterinarians to dancers and African drummers.
At DaVinci Experience we are building an inclusive community of learners and we would love to have your family join us!
Judy Crosby
Founder and Director
DaVinci Experience
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program for 13-15 year olds at all sites. Adolescents develop leadership skills under the supervision of a DaVinci Experience mentor. CIT's assist senior staff with art and science activities and games. They participate in staff training that includes child development, CPR and basic first aid, and more. Applications may be printed from the website and a personal interview with the camp director is required.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We are in two towns in Maine:
FALMOUTH: Mason Motz Activity Center, 190 Middle Rd., Falmouth, ME 04105
CUMBERLAND: Tuttle Rd., Cumberland ,ME 04021
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our summer camp sessions are weekly from June 26 through August 25th. Each week is a different theme and campers may register for one week, multiple weeks or the whole summer. Half day sessions are available for 4-7 yr. olds, Full day (9 am- 3 pm) sessions for 5-13 yr. olds, and Extended Day is available at our Falmouth site.
Themes include Emergency Vet, Space Camps, Making Impressionist Art, Making Maine Art, Ancient Greece, Making Music, Inventors' Workshop, Jurassic Giant-all about Dinosaurs, Eyeballs & Goo-What's Inside You, Ocean Commotion, Amazing Africa, Sea Pirates,Crime Lab, Rainforest, Sharks & Volcanoes, Castles, Flight, and more!
Tuition ranges from $185-$285 per week. Please visit our website for complete information.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We hire experienced, certified teachers, as well as college and high school students who have a strong interest in science and/or art to assist them.
We are a day camp and do NOT provide summer housing.
Please refer to our website's Employment page for details and an application form.
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DaVinci Experience Science and Art Camp
Visit Our Hidden Valley Camp Website
800-922-6737
summer[AT]hiddenvalleycamp.com
161 Hidden Valley Rd
Freedom, Maine 04941
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 8 - 14
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Distinctive visual & performing arts, outdoor & horse programs on 350 acres, private lake, solar-heated pool near Maine coast. Professional staff, individualized teaching, renowned positive community, great food. Directors have lived on site for 20+ years. Open summer 2024⏤COVID-ready.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Team Sports, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Hidden Valley Camp provides a multitude of opportunities in the arts and outdoors on 350-acres of meadows, classic Maine woodland, and a private lake 1 mile long. "This is heaven... and if it's not, then it's in the same zip code." - HVC Parent. See more at Our Camp Website Link: www.hiddenvalleycamp.com
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CAMP FACILITIES: 20 camper cabins, 15 studios for the creative and performing arts, large animal corrals and a heated pool all form the basis for professional instruction in the arts and outdoors.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Art camp, horse camp, dance camp, watersports camp, farm camp, adventure camp, performing arts camp, sports camp, and much more. You choose the activities that interest you the most at HVC. Professional instructors, caring and creative camp counselors and quality equipment enable this summer camp to achieve it's high programming standards. You'll be part of four one-hour periods of class instruction every two weeks. Feel free to create, explore and set goals in any of these programs. Parents and campers may let us know their wishes prior to the summer and we will help design camper programs.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Hidden Valley puts children at the center of camp life! Our roots are in the movement of progressive children's summer camp communities. Over the years, we have built on this history with a commitment to distinction and professionalism, and a deep sensitivity to individual needs and group life. Read more about our philosophy at Our Camp Website Link: www.hiddenvalleycamp.com
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• 1st Session: June 23 to July 18
• 2nd Session: July 21 to August 15
2-Week Introductory:
• June 23 to July 5 - July 5 to 18 - July 21 to August 2 - August 2 to 15
• Age 8-10 only - Most younger children attend 4 weeks.
2024 Camp Tuition
• 4 Weeks: $7,450
• 6 Weeks: 10,950 (June 23-Aug 2 or July 5-Aug. 15)
• 8 Weeks: $13,450
• 2-Week "Intro": $4,450
Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.hiddenvalleycamp.com for details.
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Visit Our Tripp Lake Camp Website
1-207-998-4347
132 Tripp Lake Camp Road
PO Box 99
Poland, Maine 04274
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Residential, Traditional, All Girls, 7 Week Summer Camp
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Tripp Lake’s towering pines and sparkling waters provide the ideal setting to foster memories, friendships and values that will last a lifetime. Founded in 1911, Tripp Lake is considered one of the finest girls’ camps in the country.
Our full-season summer camp for girls ages 7 to 16 offers a broad array of team and individual sports, performing and visual arts, and outdoor living. In a fun and stimulating environment, we provide a range of opportunities for girls to challenge themselves, gain confidence and expand their horizons. Everything we do at TLC is imbued with what is known as the Spirit of Tripp Lake - a spirit that fosters camaraderie, enthusiasm, compassion, respect and responsibility.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Gymnastics, Basketball, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Computers, Science, Technology, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Dining Hall that seats all campers and staff. Dance Studio. 9 Art Shops including, Video, Photo and Silver Jewelry. 18 tennis courts (6 clay and 12 all weather) with 6 lit for night play. 3 Basketball Courts. Indoor Climbing Wall. Gymnasium including a Tumble Track and Uneven Bars. Softball Diamond. Field Hockey and Lacrosse Fields. 2 Soccer Fields. Archery Range. Golf Range and Putting Green. Outdoor Living Facilities including High and Low Ropes Course, Climbing Wall, Free Standing Boulder Climbing Wall. Expansive Waterfront including Sail, Water Ski, Swim, Canoe, Kayak Stand Up Paddle Board. Volleyball Courts. Gaga Court. Badminton Area. Kickball Diamond. Horse Barn and Riding Arenas. Theatre. Camper Cabins. To view our wonderful facilities, please enjoy our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.tripplakecamp.com
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Tripp Lake Camp is a traditional, residential girls camp. Our unique summer program is designed to grow with each camper. In seven weeks girls will learn new activities and become part of our rich tradition. We have a diverse program that focuses on creating a well rounded camper. Whether performing in the theatre, playing sports, scaling a climbing wall, or water-skiing for the first time, there are activities for every camper to enjoy. Our daily schedule allows campers to experience all aspects of camp. Campers select many activities while still having certain activities that the entire age group attends.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Tripp Lake Camp provides a nurturing environment that enhances our campers� sense of value and self-worth. We provide opportunities for girls to explore all facets of their personalities and encourage campers to take risks that expand their boundaries. Our goal is that by summer�s end, our campers will leave with greater confidence, self-reliance and resilience as they return home to face the pressures of their fast-paced world.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Camper Arrival Day: June 23, 2017 Camper Departure Day: August 11, 2017
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Looking to have a fantastic summer teaching your favorite activity? Well look no further!
Tripp Lake Camp is located in Poland, Maine. Founded in 1911, Tripp Lake is considered one of the finest girls’ camps in the country. Our 7 week residential summer camp for girls ages 7 to 16 offers a broad array of team and individual sports, performing and visual arts, and outdoor living, in a fun and stimulating environment. We provide a range of opportunities for girls to challenge themselves, gain confidence and expand their horizons. Tripp Lake Camp is accredited by the American Camping Association. We are situated on 260 acres, with a mile of shorefront.
We are still looking for individuals to instruct:
Arts
Outdoor Living
Rock Climbing
Sports
Tennis
Theater
Waterski
Instructors must have the ability to work well with beginner to advanced campers. Please apply if you have experience and if you have a genuine interest in working with children.
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Tripp Lake Camp
Visit Our Music Creators Academy Website
themusiccreatorsacademy[AT]gmail.com
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
3805 S. Valmore Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47403
USA
CAMPER AGES: 12-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Weekdays 11 AM–12 PM and 2–4 PM EDT
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Join fellow middle- and high-school music students in making new music for virtual ensembles mentored by renowned com- posers, including Brian Balmages, Steven Bryant, Viet Cuong, Tyler Grant, Garrett Hope, Cait Nishimura, Benjamin Taylor, Alex Shapiro, Joseph Sowa, and Haley Woodrow. Together, we will expand our creative abilities and forge new musical friendships for the social distancing era and beyond.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: All camp activities take place online via Zoom. Participants from across North America are welcome!
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Each student will participate in:
• A large ensemble—which will workshop and give the world premiere of a new work by one of the mentor composers
• A small ensemble—which will co-create, rehearse, and premiere new work(s) by the student participants
• A small home group—which will feature games and social activities
• (Optional) Two, hour-long private composition les- sons—which will give students professional feedback on their music and personalized instruction
• A final, virtual concert—on Friday, July 31, 2 PM EDT
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We desire to make it possible for everyone who wants to join us to be able to participate regardless of family finances. We have a limited amount of funds available. Please email for more information.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Technology Requirements:
• Desktop or laptop computer (Mac preferred)
• A separate device to record audio/video (such as a tablet or smartphone)
• Headphones or earbuds
• An external microphone and audio interface would provide a better experience, but are not mandatory
• All enrolled students will receive a FREE, 90-day license for Dorico Pro 3.5
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
• No audition or prior composition experience required.
• Base Tuition: $450
• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2020
To learn more and to register, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.musiccreatorsacademy.com
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Music Creators Academy
Visit Our Acadia Trad Festival Website
info[AT]acadiatradschool.org
College of the Atlantic
Bar Harbor, Maine 04609
CAMPER AGES: 8-90
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: The Acadia Trad Festival is a jam-packed week of classes, concerts and jam sessions in the Irish, Scottish, Acadian, Cajun, Old-Time and Cape Breton styles. Our world-class Faculty and instructors teach programs for fiddle, guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, piano, accordion, banjo, pipes, whistle, bodhran, dance, song, Celtic culture, and more.
Adults, teens, children, families — students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Full time students spend the week in intensive studies, sessions, and fun. If you can’t spend the whole week with us, you can pick and choose among a large selection of afternoon workshops or attend any of 11 concerts over the course of the week.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Music/Band, Academics, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Located on beautiful Mount Desert Island in the town of Bar Harbor, the Acadia Trad Festival is held on the campus of the College of the Atlantic. Two thirds of Mount Desert Island is occupied by Acadia National Park, a beautiful park of mountains, hiking trails, carriage roads for bicycling, and breathtaking ocean views. Situated in the north Atlantic, the island is an excellent place for kayaking, birding, nature hikes and boat tours.
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CAMP FACILITIES: The camp is held on the campus of the College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor, Maine. Students can choose to stay in campus dormitories, or in any of the many hotels or campgrounds nearby. Meal plans are offered to both residential and non-residential students.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: The Acadia Trad Festival brings together some of the most renowned performers in the world. But our faculty are more than performers — they are talented, passionate teachers as well. Faculty will also teach afternoon workshops, along with a number of other workshop instructors. Please see our website for a specific listing of faculty for the coming year.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: A limited number of scholarships are available. Please see our website for more information.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The camp takes place each year the last week in June. Please see our website for upcoming dates and associated fees.
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Acadia Trad Festival
Visit Our Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp Website
215-972-2054
215-972-2105
artcamp[AT]pafa.org
118 North Broad Street
Youth and Family Programs
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
CAMPER AGES: 6-14
TYPE OF CAMP: Online. Mon-Fri: 9am - 3pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Every day, campers engage in live, interactive art making with their instructors and friends on the video platform Zoom. We also use Canvas for sharing daily schedules, online artwork and discussions between campers and instructors. And as always, every camp week will culminate with a virtual exhibition and opening reception for family and friends live streamed on Zoom.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Center City, Philadelphia, PA. one block from historic City Hall.
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CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out
Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.
Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs
An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.
Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs
An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.
Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator
An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..
Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator
Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.
Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks
Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)
Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).
For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org
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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts Summer Art Camp
Visit Our Wildwood Website
207-647-8864
campwildwood[AT]campwildwood.com
318 Wildwood Road
Bridgton, Maine 04009
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
Watch Our Wildwood Video
CAMPER AGES: 7-15
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Wildwood is a top boys sports orientated camp located in southern Maine.
Although we teach all team sports including ice hockey, we have a multitude of diverse non athletic and individual activities to choose from. These include daily swim and tennis lessons, ropes and campcraft, BMX, archery, yoga and fitness, waterskiing and sailing, guitar, art, radio, and golf. Campers can attend Camp Wildwood for either 4 or 7 week sessions. We also have weekly trips away from camp and the boys have daily tournaments and games versus neighboring camps.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Academics, Adventure, Wilderness/Nature, and more. LACROSSE, ROLLER/STREET/ICE HOCKEY, BMX, WATERSKIING, & ROPES COURSE.
We Also Offer Private School Tutoring By One Of Our Teacher Administration Members. These Lessons Take Place After Lunch & Will Not Impact A "normal" Activity Schedule.
CAMP LOCATION: Camp Wildwood is located in the White Mountains, approx. 40 miles west of Portland, Maine. We are situated on 150 acres and border pristine Woods Pond for more than half of those acres. Please visit our website for a site map, virtual tour, and lots of beautiful photographs.
CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Wildwood is considered one of the finest camps in North America. We have the rare combination of spectacular surroundings, with beautiful well cared for playing fields. We also have our own 25,000 sq. foot gym for rainy days and a 4 hole par 14 golf course. The campers and staff live in cabins complete with bathroom facilities and electricity.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our campers pick their activities every day from a schedule we provide them. We ask only that the boys "try" everything and just pick the three activities they're comfortable with. All activity choice periods include a team sport, individual sport, and non-athletic activity to choose from. For instance, your son might have to choose between baseball, waterskiing, and art or perhaps soccer, ropes, and yoga/fitness. We track their choices and recommend to them after a few weeks some choices that they have not tried ensuring a well rounded activity schedule.
We're a well rounded community of great kids and staff, that truly believe in positive role models, proper sportsmanship, and it doesn't hurt that we serve unbelievable food from a top notch professional kitchen staff that can handle food allergies of most any kind (or any kind of picky eater). We are totally NUT FREE and are fully solar powered.Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.campwildwood.com to experience what makes Wildwood so special.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Only for current campers that have been in our program
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Wildwood has an Early Bird discount rate if you sign up by January 1st.
Please contact us for more details, 207-647-8864 or email campwildwood[AT]campwildwood.com.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have a Post Camp Family Camp for current or future campers from August 11th-13th
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
In 2017, Camp Wildwood begins on Sunday, June 25th.
The four week session ends on or about July 22nd & 23rd.
The remaining 7 week campers stay until camp ends on Friday, August 11th.
The staff comes to orientation commencing on Saturday June 17th.
The staff's last day is the same as the campers, Friday, August 11th.
The four week tuition price is $8,500
The seven week tuition price is $11,800
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We are always on the lookout for Specialty counselors that are reliable, responsible and hard working. To be a Specialty staff member, you must play or teach your specialty at a HIGH level. To work on our waterfront, a current Red Cross lifeguarding certification is mandatory, and this would include sailing or waterskiing. Please head to Our Camp Website Link: www.campwildwood.com and click onto the Staff section to apply.
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Wildwood
Visit Our Steve and Kate's Camp Website
Ashly.Fishell-Shaffer[AT]steveandkate.com
dc.northwest[AT]steveandkate.com
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CAMPER AGES: 4-12
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: We Trust Kids. So They Trust Themselves.
Since 1980, we've put kids in charge of their own learning experience. At Steve & Kate’s, kids try, fail, and learn on their own. They learn to trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence. Campers choose minute to minute from a variety of activities including, sewing, stop-motion animation, music, performing arts, makers crafts, bread making, and more. They'll decide what they want to do, and for how long–developing confidence and learning to trust their judgment along the way.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Academics, and more.
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SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Our Camp Website Link: steveandkatescamp.com
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Steve and Kates Camp
Visit Our Oceanwood Website
207.934.9655
office[AT]oceanwood.org
17 Royal Street
Ocean Park, Maine 04063
CAMPER AGES: 5-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): Christian.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Oceanwood is located in coastal Southern Maine and offers day camp, overnight camp, family camps, and camps for individuals with disabilities.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: Junior OceanBay Adventure is designed for youth aged 10-17 and our Woodside, OceanBay, and OceanBay Adventure are designed for adults 18 years and older. Each program is specifically designed to address the physical and emotional needs of our campers and all of our camp activities are modified to ability levels appropriate to each camper. Our trained and licensed medical staff reside on property all summer.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Basketball, Soccer, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Volleyball, Team Sports, and more. Disc Golf
Archery
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 20 minutes south of Portland, Maine and 90 minutes north of Boston, Massachusetts.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have year-round cabins, rustic cabins, as well as a year-round accessible dormitory building. We are located in a beach community and have an in ground pool on-site, as well as an archery range, equestrian center, and theater building.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have a 2 year Leadership Development Training Program for youth entering the 10th or 11th grade. Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.oceanwood.org to view the application.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available upon request.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: We host year-round retreats, environmental education programs, and run our Equestrian Program year-round!
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.oceanwood.org for summer employment opportunities!
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Oceanwood
Visit Our Summertime at Seacoast Waldorf School Website
207-686-3140
admin[AT]seacoastwaldorfschool.org
403 Harold L Dow Highway
Eliot, Maine 03903
CAMPER AGES: ages 4 - 12 years old
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Backyard Fun. At Seacoast Waldorf Schools Summer Program children experience old-time backyard fun..the way summers used to be. Let your child dig, climb, build, explore, create, splash and play, play, play! We emphasize: Great Programs: We provide 5 week-long sessions that run the weeks of June 20 through July 29. Our summer camps feature wholesome, age-appropriate activities in a natural setting. We strive to provide a mix of hands-on, teacher-led activities and supervised child-directed play.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Soccer, Science, Wilderness/Nature, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located on a 5 acre beautiful campus with access to conservation land in Eliot, ME. We have both fields and wilderness. Please visit our website and our Facebook page for lots of photos and videos of our campus!
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CAMP FACILITIES: We are a small, private Waldorf school with two buildings on 5 acres of playgrounds and access to conservation woodlands behind us. We have climbing structures, tree houses, a woodworking yurt, and a zip line.
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our 4 - 6 year olds camp is a small camp with a family feel. This summer we are pleased to offer 5 weeks of joyful outdoor play on our beautiful 5 acres of forest, fields, and playgrounds. The rhythm of our day takes into account the warmth of the summer season, with active mornings and quiet afternoons. Campers will enjoy forest walks, building fairy houses, picnics, and shady rest. Songs, crafts, and stories of the season will be shared daily with the children.
In our Circus Camp your child will learn: BALANCING!: balance beam, tight pipe, globe walking, stilts, unicycle JUGGLING! : scarves, bean bags, balls, clubs, rubber chickens, etc., but also diablo, flower sticks, spinning plates
CLOWNING! : gags, skits, etc. MAGIC! BUILDING! Set construction, costume design, etc.
These skills are taught to children according to age. Normally, unicycle, stilts, juggling balls and rubber chickens are only taught to children in Grades 4 and up.
At Fiber Arts Camp we will enjoy creating unique projects that include various handwork techniques including dyeing, printing, sewing, and more! Campers will be encouraged to express themselves and enjoy a creative and fun environment while completing their individual artworks. Sign up for one or all weeks of camp. We will offer different craft projects each week.
In our Backyard Science camp, we will spend an exciting week exploring the plants, animals, and insects that live all around us at Seacoast Waldorf School. We will use the power of observation to learn about our neighbors and discover how they make their homes, what they eat, and how they behave and grow. Microscopes, magnifiers, binoculars, and our own eyes will help us explore the sky, land, water, and even the soil beneath our feet. The week will include plenty of science experiments and crafts.
Our Music, Games, and Soccer camp is a 5-day summer program that offers soccer fundamentals, musical activities, and fun games. The children will engage in making music, rhythmical exercises that promote coordination, and games with sound. The children will have an opportunity to make instruments and play the xylophone, drums, and ukulele. Come kick the soccer ball around, learn some techniques, and have some fun!
Mature and Experienced Leaders: Our teachers are caring and mature adults, many of whom are Waldorf-trained teachers.
Beautiful Location: Our 5 acres of meadows, woods, and playground are the perfect relaxed setting for children to spend their summer days.
OTHER CAMP INFO: Each camp is different weeks through June 20 - July 25th.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for more detailed information: Our Camp Website Link: www.seacoastwaldorfschool.org
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Summertime at Seacoast Waldorf School
Visit Our Maine Arts Camp Website
561-865-4330
maineartscamprick[AT]gmail.com
4000 Mayflower Hill Drive
Colby College
Waterville, Maine 04901
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 812076
Boca Raton, FL 33481
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 9-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: We are a small, inclusive camp community of 75-100 campers and 30-35 staff so there is lots of personal attention, given by teachers and experienced professionals.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Tennis, Science, Technology, Academics, and more. Culinary Arts, Robotics & Rocketry, Creative Writing, Individual Sports (not Team Sports), Film Photography, Film Making.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 1.25 hours north of Portland, Maine and 3 hours from Boston.
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CAMP FACILITIES: Maine Arts Camp is located on the campus of Colby College, an arts based liberal arts college in Waterville, Maine. Campers live in college dorms. The college has studios for the arts, film making, film photography, & dance, an on campus theater, a full commercial kitchen for our culinary program, tennis courts, a lake for kayaking/canoeing and more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Maine Arts Camp is a small camp community, geared toward creative kids and teens. Our camp is an accepting and inclusive place where we discourage any type of cliques & bullying. Campers make friends with like-minded campers, have fun with typical camp evening activities, camp songs and camp fires, while receiving high level instruction from experienced teachers and professionals in their fields. Whether campers like the visual arts, performing arts, culinary arts, film making, film photography or just are looking for a non-competitive and accepting camp community, Maine Arts Camp is a place where they can fit in. With no team sports, Color War or any type of competition, campers can grow & gain independence in a community that meets their needs.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: For returning 16 year old campers, we have a Senior Camper program.
OTHER CAMP INFO: We emphasize process over product, so the individual needs of each camper come before trying to put on an intricate show. With professional instruction, campers can learn skills & try new activities without the pressure they find elsewhere in life.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rates & dates can be found at Our Camp Website Link: www.maineartscamp.com
We offer two 2 week sessions. Each 2 week session has a beginning and an end. Campers can attend anywhere from 2-4 weeks, with camp running during the month of July.
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Maine Arts Camp
Visit Our Camp Skylemar Website
Winter: 410-329-5995
Summer: 207-693-6414
info[AT]campskylemar.com
457 Sebago Rd
Naples, Maine 04055
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
P.O. Box 1010
Sparks, MD 21152
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7-16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Boy Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Camp Skylemar is a well-established (since 1948) recreational summer camp, located in the Lakes Region of southern Maine. Enrollment is limited to 160 boys from across the country as well as abroad, who attend for 7 weeks. The program features land and water athletics (soccer, lacrosse, baseball, tennis, golf, hockey, basketball, football, archery, swimming, waterskiing, wakeboarding, sailing, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding etc.) as well as outdoor oriented activities (hiking, camping, ropes & challenge course, outdoor education, backpacking, climbing, campcraft). Non-athletic activities include drama, arts, culinary arts, woodworking, guitar, piano, crafts, photography, science, tutoring, video production & broadcasting.
Skylemar offers a nurturing atmosphere with an emphasis on FUN.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Theater, Musical Theater, Fine Arts/Crafts, Video/Filmmaking/Photography, Basketball, Football, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Team Sports, Science, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Water-skiing, Wake-boarding, Wake-Surfing, Paddle-boarding, Kayaking, Canoeing, Archery, Lacrosse, Ultimate & Softball.
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CAMP FACILITIES: An exceedingly well-maintained site that includes:
Trickey Pond: A crystal clear, three-mile-long beautiful lake, Trickey is one of Maine’s cleanest bodies of water. With its highly experienced dedicated waterfront staff, the lake is perfect for swimming, waterskiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing, tubing, knee boarding, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling and fishing.
200 acres of spectacular woods and waterfront in southern Maine, with athletic fields for lacrosse, soccer, baseball, and flag football.
Five-hole golf course, putting green and mini golf.
Eight clay and hard tennis courts.
Three basketball courts; outdoor and indoor
High and low ropes and challenge course with zip line and 30’ climbing wall.
“Sky Pines”: A secluded site for campouts and outdoor education.
Wooded archery course with four stations
Specialized buildings for arts, woodshop, science, drama and culinary arts.
Large indoor facilities, including a recreation and dining hall, ideal for evening activities and rainy days.
25+ spacious and well-ventilated cabins with electricity and bathrooms
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Skylemar was founded in 1948 by Lee Horowitz and Herb Blumenfeld. Summer camp brought them together, with Lee serving as Herb’s counselor. From that moment on, as they say, “the rest is history”. An enduring, 60-year friendship was formed, and with it, a committed desire to create an environment which would foster, nurture, and cultivate the same type of life-long relationship that they had experienced.
Herb and Lee set the standard for comradeship. They developed boys of character through a sports-oriented program which emphasized kindness. Their formula was magical: Bring young boys together with collegiate role models in a pristine location, offer outstanding instruction and team play, and focus on lifetime lessons of compassion, friendship, independence, leadership and appreciation.
Today, Directors Shep and Arleen Shepherd (Lee's Daughter) are completely committed to each individual camper. Along with Assistant Director George Simeon and the Senior Staff of teachers and coaches, they never lose sight of the fact that parents have entrusted Skylemar with their most precious possession. The leadership team of Skylemar does everything in their power to see that each child has a safe, fun and wholesome summer experience.
Giving a child the opportunity to experience sleepaway camp is one of the most influential gifts a parent can bestow. No doubt, it’s a tremendous leap of faith to entrust your son to others. At Skylemar, we cherish the honor of a summer with your child, and do everything we possibly can to give him a safe, great experience of a lifetime. Each summer, boys from across the U.S. and abroad become life-long friends at Skylemar. Our spirit of friendship and kindness connects everyone at camp. Camp Skylemar is an ACA accredited camp.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete enrollment info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: campskylemar.com
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Skylemar is a well-established (since 1948) recreational summer camp, located in the Lakes Region of southern Maine. Enrollment is limited to 160 boys from across the country as well as abroad, who attend for 7 weeks. Camp Skylemar has provided outstanding instruction, within a warm, nurturing, friendly and family atmosphere, for over 68 years. If kids are fun to you, you will find that being a counselor at Skylemar is not only a great way to spend the summer, but perhaps the best job you’ll ever have.
We seek college students to instruct lacrosse, soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis, golf, hockey, archery, ropes course, climbing wall, football, ultimate frisbee, volleyball, frisbee golf, running, softball, swimming, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, lifeguarding, windsurfing, water-skiing and wakeboarding.
The counselor staff are involved with many special events, day and overnight trips. In addition to providing instructional leadership in one or more activities throughout the day, a counselor serves as “big brother/sister”, friend, role-model, adviser and “hero”.
All staff members are chosen on the basis of our learning that they have a wholesome, sincere interest in working with young people. Applicants must be 18 and have completed at least one year of college. In addition to your salary, we cover housing, meals and transportation expenses. Internet access, staff shirts and a laundry service are also provided. Positions run from June 12 to August 10.
Additional information and online application located on our website Our Camp Website Link: www.skylemar.com or email jobs[AT]campskylemar.com
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Camp Skylemar
Visit Our Camp Wekeela Website
201.612.5125 207.224.7878
ephram[AT]campwekeela.com
info[AT]campwekeela.com
1750 Bear Pond Road
Hartford, Maine 04220
CAMP VIDEO LINK:
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CAMPER AGES: 7 - 16
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Our goal at Wekeela is to provide a fun, exciting summer camp experience that helps your child discover new talents and interests, builds self-esteem and confidence and gives them the opportunity to establish lifelong friendships. Kindness is one of the most important things we emphasize at camp.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Dance, Theater, Musical Theater, Music/Band, Fine Arts/Crafts, Gymnastics, Basketball, Baseball, Weightloss, Soccer, Golf, Horses/Equestrian, Swimming, Tennis, Waterfront/Aquatics, Sailing, Volleyball, Martial Arts, Team Sports, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Waterski, Watersports, Tennis, Land Sports, Creative, Culinary & Performing Arts, Outdoor Adventure.
CAMP LOCATION: We are located 178 miles Northeast of Boston, MA on 225 beautiful acres of wilderness. Please visit our website to view our images and videos.
CAMP FACILITIES: We have the finest facilities. Our camp nestled on a mountain lake setting. We feature a new dining hall, a lakeside lodge with working fireplace for campers to enjoy. 7 tennis courts, two basketball courts, hockey rink, culinary arts building, 2 soccer fields, 3 par golf, 2 baseball fields, gymnastics pavilion, performing arts center, beach volley ball, art cabin, outdoor adventure zone featuring rock climbing, high and low ropes, zip line, climbing wall and much more!
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Wekeela is a safe, fun, nurturing environment in a bucolic mountain lake setting in the beautiful state of Maine. Core components include water skiing, tennis, outdoor adventure, land and water sports, creative, performing and culinary arts. An Outdoor Adventure tripping program also offered. Campers may cycle in Acadia National Park, explore Bar Harbor, climb Mt. Katahdin, navigate the rapids of the Kennebec River or camp out under the infinite Maine starlit sky.
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT program for 16 year old's. Features community service, overnight trips and much more. Contact us for more details.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please refer to our website for complete information.
2017 Summer Options
First Session June 23 – July 22
Second Session July 23 – August 11
Three Two Week Rookie Camp (first time camper) June 23 – July 8, July 8-July 22 and July 23-Aug 5th
Full Season June 23 – August 11
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Summer Camp Jobs Available: Specialist in waterski, watersports, tennis, land sports, creative, culinary and performing arts, outdoor adventure. Also bunk counselors. Nursing staff.
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Camp Wekeela
Greater Portland Branch
VISIT WEBSITE
70 Forest Avenue
Portland, ME 04101
207-874-1111
Casco Bay Branch
VISIT WEBSITE
14 Old S Freeport Rd
Freeport, ME 04032
207-865-9600
Northern York County
VISIT WEBSITE
3 Pomerleau St
Biddeford, ME 04005
207-283-0100
Pineland Branch
VISIT WEBSITE
25 Campus Dr Ste 100
New Gloucester, ME 04260
207-688-2255
Bangor Service Center
(207) 989-7474
359 Perry Rd Ste B
Bangor, ME
South Portland Service Center
(207) 772-1177
138 Gannett Drive
South Portland, ME
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