What ages does Camp Owatonna accept?

Camp Owatonna is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Owatonna cost?

Camp Owatonna publishes $1,283/week for the standard session. Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Owatonna accredited?

Yes — Camp Owatonna is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1907 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 Owatonna provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Owatonna 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 Owatonna compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?

Camp Owatonna is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison 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 8–15

Camp Owatonna

Harrison · $1,283/week · ★ 5.0 (3 reviews)

Christian Science boys' camp in Maine offering a variety of outdoor activities and character development.

▌ Editor's read Camp Owatonna is an overnight camp for boys located in Harrison, Maine. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The camp has a long history, operating since 1907, and was founded by Roland P. and Helen E. Jackson, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp's mission is rooted in Christian Science, aiming to foster character development and spiritual growth alongside traditional camp activities. While the website provides details on activities and tuition, specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit language regarding background checks for staff were not found. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@campowatonna) and Facebook (CampOwatonna).

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1191907+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 8–15

Camp Owatonna 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: 119 (1907 years)
Operator: Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 8–15
Address: 100 Camp Owatonna Rd, Harrison, ME 04040
Phone: 207-583-6711
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ...

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 21 – Jul 10, 2026 · 3 weeks · $3,850
New camper 2 week session Jun 21 – Jul 5, 2026 · 3 weeks · $3,000
Full session Jun 21 – Aug 7, 2026 · 7 weeks · $7,500
Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $5,100

↗ What parents like

Christian Science focus
Waterfront on Long Lake

↘ Watch for

Only for Christian Scientists

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Owatonna

What ages does Camp Owatonna accept?: Camp Owatonna is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Owatonna cost?: Camp Owatonna publishes $1,283/week for the standard session. Cost for 1st session (3 weeks) is $3850, so cost per week is $1283. Cost for 2nd session (4 weeks) is $5100, so cost per week is $1275. Full session (7 weeks) is $7500, so cost per week is $1071. CIT (7 weeks) is $6600, so cost per week ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Owatonna accredited?: Yes — Camp Owatonna is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1907 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 Owatonna provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Owatonna 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 Owatonna compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison?: Camp Owatonna is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Harrison 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 Owatonna 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 Owatonna.

Camp Fernwood · Ages 7–15 · $2,357/week
Camp Newfound - Full Season · Ages 6–17 · $1,986/week
Camp Owatonna · Ages 8–15 · $1,986/week
Camp Pinecliffe - First Session · Ages 7–15 · $3,125/week
Camp Pinecliffe - Full Season · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
Camp Newfound · Ages 8–16 · $1,283/week
Camp Pinecliffe · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week
Camp Pinecliffe · Harrison, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,450/week