Camp Erin Washington DC
Camp Erin Washington DC is a free bereavement camp for children and teens ages 6-17 who have experienced the death...
▌ Editor's read The Eluna Network website loads successfully and details Camp Erin, a national bereavement program. Camp Erin Washington DC is one of many locations, offering a free overnight camp experience for children and teens aged 6-17 who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The Eluna Network was founded in 2000 by Jamie and Karen Moyer, indicating over 23 years of operation. The website mentions that all volunteers and staff undergo background checks and receive training. While specific Google reviews for 'Camp Erin Washington DC' were not readily available, the Eluna Network generally receives positive feedback for its programs. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The program type is clearly overnight, and the owner type is a nonprofit organization.
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Since 200323+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 10–12
Camp Erin Washington DC 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 specialty 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
- Not verified
- Established
- 2003 (23 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 10–12
- Address: 2000 P St NW, Washington, DC 20036
- Phone: (202) 462-0700
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Free of charge
1 session (1 one-week).
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jul 11 – 11, 2026 · 1 week
↗ What parents like
- Free bereavement camp
- Support for grieving children
↘ Watch for
- Only for bereaved children
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Erin Washington DC
- What ages does Camp Erin Washington DC accept?
- Camp Erin Washington DC is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Erin Washington DC cost?
- Camp Erin Washington DC doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free of charge Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Who runs Camp Erin Washington DC?
- Camp Erin Washington DC is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 23 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 Erin Washington DC provide lunch?
- Camp Erin Washington DC 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 Erin Washington DC compare to other specialty camps in Washington?
- Camp Erin Washington DC is one of 13 specialty camps in Washington 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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