Camp Wigwam
Traditional boys' overnight camp in Maine offering a variety of sports, arts, and outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Wigwam is an overnight camp for boys, with its roots tracing back to 1910 when it was founded by Abraham Mandelstam. The camp's website highlights its long history and commitment to tradition, stating it has been 'a summer home for boys since 1910.' It offers a diverse range of activities, including land and water sports, arts, and outdoor adventures, as evidenced by the 'Activities' section of their site. The camp emphasizes character development and fostering independence in its campers. While the website provides information on dates and rates, details regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific background check policies were not readily available. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram and Facebook, indicating engagement with its community.
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Since 1161910+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
Camp Wigwam 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
- 116 (1910 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 18 Wigwam Cir, Waterford, ME 04088, USA
- Phone: (207) 583-2300
- 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 Wigwam
- What ages does Camp Wigwam accept?
- Camp Wigwam 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 Wigwam cost?
- Camp Wigwam 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 Wigwam provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam 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 Wigwam compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford?
- Camp Wigwam is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford 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
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Wigwam.
- Camp Wigwam · Ages 7–15 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - First · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - Second · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–13 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session I · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session II · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam · Camp Wigwam · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week
- Camp Wigwam - Full Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week