What ages does Camp Fernwood accept?

Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood cost?

Camp Fernwood publishes $2,357/week for the standard session. $16,500 for a 7-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Fernwood accredited?

Yes — Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood?

Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Fernwood 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Fernwood

Poland · $2,357/week

A traditional 7-week sleepaway camp for girls in Maine, focusing on simplicity, inclusion, and friendship.

▌ Editor's read Camp Fernwood is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on their 'About Us' page. The camp has a long history, operating for over 90 years since its founding in 1924 by Beatrice and Bennette Wolf, as stated on their 'History' page. It is a traditional camp with a focus on community and personal growth, offering a diverse array of activities including waterfront, arts, and athletics, detailed under their 'Activities' section. The website clearly outlines the camp's philosophy and values, emphasizing friendship and fun. While the site provides extensive information about programs and history, specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit mentions of staff background checks were not readily found.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 193690+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Fernwood 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: Not listed

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Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–15
Address: 336 Fernwood Rd, Poland, ME 04274
Phone: 207-998-4346
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $16,500 for a 7-week session.

↗ What parents like

Full 7-week immersion
Focus on personal growth

↘ Watch for

Only one session available

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Fernwood

What ages does Camp Fernwood accept?: Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood cost?: Camp Fernwood publishes $2,357/week for the standard session. $16,500 for a 7-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Fernwood accredited?: Yes — Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood?: Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Fernwood 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Fernwood 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 Fernwood.

Camp Fernwood · Poland, ME · Ages 8–15 · $2,357/week
Camp North Star · Poland Spring, Maine · Ages 7–17 · $2,400/week