Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $2,293/week
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Camp Danbee

Berkshires · $2,293/week · ★ 4.8 (31 reviews)

A traditional all-girls overnight summer camp in Peru, Massachusetts, offering a wide range of activities focused on...

▌ Editor's read Camp Danbee is an ACA accredited all-girls overnight camp located in Peru, Massachusetts, with accreditation valid through 2024. The camp has been operating for 68 years, founded in 1954 by Mickey and Arlene Price, and is currently directed by Jay and Amy Toporoff. The website mentions that all staff undergo extensive background checks and training. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive environment, caring staff, and the variety of activities offered. The program is extensive, including athletics, waterfront activities, creative arts, and adventure, designed to foster independence and friendship. The camp is clearly a for-profit entity, emphasizing a traditional camp experience.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195868+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Danbee sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1958 (68 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 856 Main Rd, Peru, MA 01235, USA
  • Phone: (973) 402-0606
  • Cost notes: USD, Full season is $16,050 for 7 weeks.

Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 24 to Aug 9.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 24 – Aug 9, 2026 · 7 weeks · $16,400
  • Session 2 Jun 24 – Jul 21, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,700
  • Session 3 Jul 21 – Aug 9, 2026 · 3 weeks · $9,150

↗ What parents like

  • All-girls overnight camp
  • Focus on empowering girls

↘ Watch for

  • No email address listed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Danbee

What ages does Camp Danbee accept?
Camp Danbee is open to children ages 7–15. 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 Danbee cost?
Camp Danbee publishes $2,293/week for the standard session. USD, Full season is $16,050 for 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Danbee's hours?
Camp Danbee 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 Camp Danbee accredited?
Yes — Camp Danbee is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 68 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 Danbee?
Camp Danbee is operated by a private business, with 68 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 Danbee provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Danbee 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.
Does Camp Danbee offer transportation?
Camp Danbee provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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