What ages does Camp Howe accept?

Camp Howe is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Howe cost?

Camp Howe publishes $725/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Howe accredited?

Yes — Camp Howe 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.

Does Camp Howe provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Howe 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 Howe compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?

Camp Howe is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Howe

Goshen · $725/week · ★ 4.8 (29 reviews)

A traditional overnight summer camp in Western Massachusetts offering a variety of activities for youth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Howe is an ACA-accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, indicating a long-standing presence in the summer camp community. While the website provides clear information on dates and rates, the specific ownership type is not explicitly stated. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook are readily available, suggesting an active online presence. Information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for staff was not found on the provided URL.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195670+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Howe 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: 1956 (70 years)
Operator: Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–16
Address: 784 North Road, Goshen, MA 01032
Phone: (413) 268-7965
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: One week sessions for teens are $725.

6 sessions (4 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 21 – 26, 2026 · 1 week
Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week
Session B Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks
Session 5 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week
Session 6 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week
Session D Aug 2 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks

↗ What parents like

Inclusive for youth with disabilities
Gender-inclusive cabin options

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Non-refundable deposit required

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Howe

What ages does Camp Howe accept?: Camp Howe is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Howe cost?: Camp Howe publishes $725/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Howe accredited?: Yes — Camp Howe 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.
Does Camp Howe provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Howe 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 Howe compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?: Camp Howe is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen 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.

Planning guides

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4-H Camp Howe · 4-H Camp Howe · Ages 7–17 · $695/week
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4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp · 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp · Ages 7–12 · $450/week
4-H Camp Howe - Juniors (1 week) · 4-H Camp Howe - Juniors (1 week) · Ages 7–12 · $695/week
4-H Camp Howe - Teens (1 week) · 4-H Camp Howe - Teens (1 week) · Ages 13–17 · $725/week
4-H Camp Howe - Teens (2 weeks) · 4-H Camp Howe - Teens (2 weeks) · Ages 13–17 · $690/week
Camp Howe · Camp Howe · Ages 7–17 · $695/week
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