Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp
Faith-based day camp for grades 1-3 with outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Lutherhaven's Explorer Camp is a day camp for grades 1-3, part of a larger organization that has been operating for 75 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through August 15, 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The website mentions that all staff are background checked and trained. Google reviews for 'Camp Lutherhaven' show an average rating of 4.9 stars from over 200 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on children and the caring staff. The camp is owned by a church organization, reflecting its faith-based programming. Social media handles include @camplutherhaven on Instagram and 'camplutherhaven' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 6–8
Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Faith-based organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–8
- Address: 9575 N 300 E, Albion, IN 46701, USA
- Phone: (260) 636-7101
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $10 Early Bird Discount before April 1st. $25 discount for harder-to-fill weeks.
↗ What parents like
- Faith-based program
- Discounts available
↘ Watch for
- Short 3-day program
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp
- What ages does Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp accept?
- Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp is open to children ages 6–8. 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 Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp cost?
- Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp publishes $245/week for the standard session. $10 Early Bird Discount before April 1st. $25 discount for harder-to-fill weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp accredited?
- Yes — Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp?
- Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp is operated by a faith-based organization, with 75 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 Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Lutherhaven - Explorer Camp 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.
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