Camp Howe
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 valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, suggesting a long-standing presence and experience in youth programming (camphowe.com/about-us). They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to camper safety (camphowe.com/safety). The camp offers a variety of activities including waterfront, arts, and outdoor adventures, catering to a broad range of interests (camphowe.com/activities). Social media presence on Instagram (@camphowe) and Facebook (@camphowe) suggests active engagement with their community.
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
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
↘ Watch for
- 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
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Howe 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.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Howe.
- 4-H Camp Howe · 4-H Camp Howe · Ages 7–17 · $695/week
- 4-H Camp Howe - CIT · 4-H Camp Howe - CIT · Ages 16–17 · $400/week
- 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
- Camp Howe - Counselors · Camp Howe · Ages 16–17 · $400/week