Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–14 · $2,525/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–14

Camp Laney - Two Week Session

Mentone, AL · $2,525/week

A traditional two-week overnight summer camp for boys in Mentone, Alabama, offering a wide range of activities...

▌ Editor's read Camp Laney's website loads successfully, presenting a professional and informative site for an overnight boys' camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp was founded by Dr. Ben Laney and has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a rich history and established program. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Laney is a for-profit entity. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons' confidence and independence. The camp offers a wide variety of activities including horseback riding, archery, riflery, swimming, and various sports, emphasizing character building and outdoor skills.
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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 7–14

Camp Laney - Two Week Session sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1956 (70 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–14
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 916 West River Road, Mentone, AL 35984
  • Phone: (256) 634-4066
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $5050 for a two-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from May 31 to Jul 24.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 May 31 – Jun 12, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Session 2 Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Session 3 Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050
  • Session 4 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,050

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on character development
  • Traditional boys-only camp

↘ Watch for

  • No packages allowed
  • Immunizations required

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Laney - Two Week Session

What ages does Camp Laney - Two Week Session accept?
Camp Laney - Two Week Session is open to children ages 7–14. 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 - Two Week Session cost?
Camp Laney - Two Week Session publishes $2,525/week for the standard session. $5050 for a two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Laney - Two Week Session's hours?
Camp Laney - Two 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 Laney - Two Week Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Laney - Two Week 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 - Two Week Session?
Camp Laney - Two Week 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 - Two Week Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Laney - Two Week Session includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp Laney - Two Week Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Mentone?
Camp Laney - Two Week 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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