Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–9 · $2,900/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–9

Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session

Mentone, AL · $2,900/week

A traditional, all-boys overnight summer camp in Mentone, Alabama, offering a wide range of activities focused on...

▌ Editor's read Camp Laney's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, demonstrating a commitment to health and safety standards. The camp, founded by Frank Laney, has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a long-standing tradition in summer camping. The website explicitly states a camper-to-staff ratio of 4:1 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Laney is an all-boys overnight camp, offering a variety of activities including horseback riding, watersports, and archery. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their sons' confidence and independence. The camp appears to be a for-profit entity, given its long history and traditional business model.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195670+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–9

Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given overnight/sleepaway program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–9
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 916 West River Road, Mentone, AL 35984
  • Phone: (256) 634-4066
  • Cost notes: $2900 for a 6-night session. Junior Session 3A is $2500 for 5 nights.

Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (4 one-week), from May 31 to Jul 18.

2 open · 2 sold out

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Junior 1-A May 31 – Jun 6, 2026 · 1 week · $2,900
  • Junior 2-A Jun 14 – 20, 2026 · 1 week · $2,900 Sold out
  • Junior 3-A Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $2,900
  • Junior 4-A Jul 12 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $2,900 Sold out

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on character development
  • Wide range of outdoor activities

↘ Watch for

  • No email contact available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session

What ages does Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session accept?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session is open to children ages 7–9. 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 Laney - Junior Camp Session cost?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session publishes $2,900/week for the standard session. $2900 for a 6-night session. Junior Session 3A is $2500 for 5 nights. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session's hours?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp 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 Laney - Junior Camp Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Laney - Junior Camp Session?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session is operated by a private business, with 70 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 Laney - Junior Camp Session provide lunch?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp 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 Laney - Junior Camp Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Mentone?
Camp Laney - Junior Camp Session is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Mentone 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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