What ages does Camp Howe - Session 3 accept?

Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Session 3 cost?

Camp Howe - Session 3 publishes $690/week for the standard session. Two week sessions for teens are $1380. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Howe - Session 3 accredited?

Yes — Camp Howe - Session 3 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.

Who runs Camp Howe - Session 3?

Camp Howe - Session 3 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 Howe - Session 3 provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Session 3 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?

Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Session 3

Goshen · $690/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 valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 70 years, demonstrating a long history of serving youth, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is a non-profit organization, which suggests a mission-driven approach to youth development. The camp explicitly mentions that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in safety protocols, indicating a commitment to camper safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the ACA accreditation implies adherence to certain safety standards. The camp offers a traditional summer camp experience with a focus on community building and personal growth, as described on their website.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195670+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Howe - Session 3 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: Nonprofit organization
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: Two week sessions for teens are $1380.

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 - Session 3

What ages does Camp Howe - Session 3 accept?: Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Session 3 cost?: Camp Howe - Session 3 publishes $690/week for the standard session. Two week sessions for teens are $1380. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Howe - Session 3 accredited?: Yes — Camp Howe - Session 3 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.
Who runs Camp Howe - Session 3?: Camp Howe - Session 3 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 Howe - Session 3 provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Session 3 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?: Camp Howe - Session 3 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 - Teens (1 week) · 4-H Camp Howe - Teens (1 week) · Ages 13–17 · $725/week
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