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▌ Aquatic · Ages 13–18

Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail

Newry · $3,111/week

A sailing expedition through the Penobscot Bay and Islands, focusing on seamanship, navigation, and leadership.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, detailing a high school sailing program in Penobscot Bay, Maine. Outward Bound, the parent organization, was founded in 1962 by Kurt Hahn and operates as a non-profit. While specific ACA accreditation for this particular program isn't explicitly stated on the page, Outward Bound generally adheres to high safety standards. The website mentions that all instructors undergo extensive training and background checks. The program is an overnight expedition, emphasizing sailing, navigation, and wilderness skills. Social media handles for Outward Bound USA are @outwardboundusa on Instagram and OutwardBoundUSA on Facebook.
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Since 641962+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 13–18

Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in aquatic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
64 (1962 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Aquatic
  • Ages: 13–18
  • Hours: Full Day
  • Address: Maine Outward Bound School, 247 Waterman Rd, Newry, ME 04261
  • Phone: (866) 467-7651
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: The total cost for the 8-day course is $3,555.

↗ What parents like

  • Sailing expedition
  • Penobscot Bay and Islands
  • Seamanship and navigation

↘ Watch for

  • No prior experience needed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail

What ages does Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail accept?
Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail is open to children ages 13–18. 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 Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail cost?
Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail publishes $3,111/week for the standard session. The total cost for the 8-day course is $3,555. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail's hours?
Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail runs Full Day. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail?
Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1962 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 Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail provide lunch?
Yes — Outward Bound Penobscot Bay & Islands – Sail 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.

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