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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–17

Camp Fire Western Montana

2200 S 10th St W

Offers day camps and outdoor programs for youth in Western Montana, focusing on nature, skill-building, and community.

▌ Editor's read Camp Fire Western Montana operates as a nonprofit organization, offering day camps and other youth programs. Their website, cfwmt.org, clearly outlines various day camp options, including outdoor adventure, art, and STEM themes, catering to different age groups. The organization states that all staff complete background checks and receive training in child development, safety, and activity leadership. While not ACA accredited, Camp Fire Western Montana has a 4.9-star rating from 19 Google reviews, with parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. Social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campfirewm) and Facebook (CampFireWesternMontana) page, showcasing camp activities and community involvement. The camp's mission focuses on helping youth discover their 'spark' through nature-based and skill-building experiences.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–17

Camp Fire Western Montana 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 traditional day camp 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
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–17
  • Address: 2633 South Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804, USA
  • Phone: (406) 549-6418
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Fire Western Montana

What ages does Camp Fire Western Montana accept?
Camp Fire Western Montana is open to children ages 5–17. 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.
Who runs Camp Fire Western Montana?
Camp Fire Western Montana is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Fire Western Montana provide lunch?
Camp Fire Western Montana does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Fire Western Montana compare to other traditional day camp camps in Missoula?
Camp Fire Western Montana is one of 16 traditional day camp camps in Missoula 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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