Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session
Camp Wigwam is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Maine, offering a wide range of activities and a...
▌ Editor's read Camp Wigwam is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp boasts a long history, founded in 1910 by Abraham Mandelstam, indicating over 115 years of operation. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'Staff' page, demonstrating a commitment to supervision. The camp also mentions that all staff undergo background checks, as detailed on their 'Staff' page. Their program is clearly defined as an overnight camp, offering a traditional summer camp experience with a focus on sports, arts, and outdoor activities.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1911115+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1911 (115 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 57 Wigwam Pass, Waterford, ME 04088
- Phone: (207) 583-2300
- Email: neal@campwigwam.com
- Cost notes: $12,000 for 5 weeks
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 24 to Jul 28.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 24 – Jul 28, 2026 · 5 weeks · $12,000
↗ What parents like
- Long-standing tradition
- Variety of activities
↘ Watch for
- High cost
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session
- What ages does Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session accept?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session is open to children ages 7–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session cost?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session publishes $2,400/week for the standard session. $12,000 for 5 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session's hours?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session accredited?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 115 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session is operated by a private business, with 115 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session provide lunch?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford?
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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