Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $2,471/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Vega - Second Session

Fayette · $2,471/week

Camp Vega is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Maine, offering a wide range of activities focused on...

▌ Editor's read Camp Vega is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as confirmed on the ACA website. The camp boasts a long history, operating for over 90 years, indicating significant experience in youth programming. A favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3 is explicitly stated on their 'About Us' page, suggesting individualized attention. The camp also mentions that all staff undergo background checks, prioritizing camper safety. Their program is exclusively overnight, catering to a traditional summer camp experience. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram and Facebook accounts under 'campvega'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Vega - Second Session 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
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 3001 Pond Rd, Fayette, ME 04349
  • Phone: (207) 685-4903
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full season tuition is $17,300 for approximately 7 weeks.

↗ What parents like

  • Full-season program
  • Located on Echo Lake

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Uniform required

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Vega - Second Session

What ages does Camp Vega - Second Session accept?
Camp Vega - Second Session 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 Vega - Second Session cost?
Camp Vega - Second Session publishes $2,471/week for the standard session. Full season tuition is $17,300 for approximately 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Vega - Second Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Vega - Second Session 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 Camp Vega - Second Session?
Camp Vega - Second Session is operated by a private business, 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 Camp Vega - Second Session provide lunch?
Camp Vega - Second Session does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Vega - Second Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Fayette?
Camp Vega - Second Session is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Fayette 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.

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