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Jameson Camp

Near Airport · $725/week

Traditional overnight summer camp experiences for youth in Indianapolis, focusing on outdoor activities, personal...

▌ Editor's read Jameson Camp's website loads successfully and provides information about its summer camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp has been operating for 90 years, indicating a long-standing presence in youth development. Jameson Camp is a nonprofit organization and offers overnight programs. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Jameson Camp show an average rating of 4.8 stars from 102 reviews, with common themes highlighting positive experiences, engaging activities, and caring staff. Social media handles found are @jamesoncamp on Instagram and JamesonCamp on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–17

Jameson Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–17
  • Hours: Overnight
  • Address: 2001 Bridgeport Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46231, USA
  • Phone: (317) 241-2661
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $725 per week. A non-refundable registration fee of $40 is due at the time of registration.

↗ What parents like

  • Financial aid available
  • ACA accredited
  • Focus on leadership skills

↘ Watch for

  • Registration fee is non-refundable

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Jameson Camp

What ages does Jameson Camp accept?
Jameson Camp is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Jameson Camp cost?
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 Jameson Camp's hours?
Jameson Camp runs Overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Jameson Camp accredited?
Yes — Jameson Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Jameson Camp?
Jameson Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 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 Jameson Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Jameson 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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