CampOUT at Jameson Camp
Jameson Camp offers traditional summer day and overnight camps, including a specialized CampOUT program for LGBTQ+ youth, focusing on outdoor activities and ...
▌ Editor's read Jameson Camp's website, jamesoncamp.org/summer-camps/, loads successfully and provides information on their summer programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming their commitment to industry standards. Jameson Camp has been operating for 95 years, indicating a long history of serving youth. The camp offers both day and overnight programs, including traditional summer camps and a specific CampOUT program for LGBTQ+ youth and allies. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Jameson Camp is a nonprofit organization. On Google, Jameson Camp has a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 179 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the positive impact on children and the supportive environment. Social media handles found on the site are @jamesoncamp for Instagram and jamesoncamp for Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 12–17
CampOUT at Jameson Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day and overnight options
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1931 (95 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 12–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 2001 Bridgeport Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46231, USA
- Cost notes: USD. $725 per week. A non-refundable registration fee of $40 is due at the time of registration. Income-based scholarships reduce the weekly cost to as little as $181 (75% discount).
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about CampOUT at Jameson Camp
- What ages does CampOUT at Jameson Camp accept?
- CampOUT at Jameson Camp is open to children ages 12–17. 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 CampOUT at Jameson Camp cost?
- CampOUT at Jameson Camp publishes $725/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are CampOUT at Jameson Camp's hours?
- CampOUT at Jameson Camp 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 CampOUT at Jameson Camp accredited?
- Yes — CampOUT at Jameson Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 95 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 CampOUT at Jameson Camp?
- CampOUT at Jameson Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 95 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 CampOUT at Jameson Camp provide lunch?
- CampOUT at Jameson Camp 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare CampOUT at Jameson Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
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