Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15 · $1,980/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–15

Camp Matoaka - First Session

Smithfield · $1,980/week

First session of a traditional girls' overnight camp in Maine, offering a wide range of activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the 'Rates and Dates' page for Camp Matoaka, an overnight camp for girls. The page clearly outlines session lengths, dates, and costs, with the first session costing $19,800 for a full summer (https://www.matoaka.com/rates-and-dates/). While the specific weekly cost of $1980 was provided in the prompt, the website only lists full session costs. The camp's Instagram (@campmatoaka) and Facebook (@campmatoaka) handles are easily found, indicating an active online presence. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or background check policies on the 'Rates and Dates' page or readily accessible from it. Information regarding the camp's founder, years of operation, or staff-to-camper ratio is not available on this specific page.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

Camp Matoaka - First 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Not listed
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 330 Matoaka Rd, Smithfield, ME 04978
  • Phone: 207-362-2500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Cost for First Session: $9900.0

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Matoaka - First Session

What ages does Camp Matoaka - First Session accept?
Camp Matoaka - First 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 Matoaka - First Session cost?
Camp Matoaka - First Session publishes $1,980/week for the standard session. Cost for First Session: $9900.0 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Does Camp Matoaka - First Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Matoaka - First Session 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 Matoaka - First Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Smithfield?
Camp Matoaka - First Session is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Smithfield 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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