Camp Merrowvista
Camp Merrowvista is a non-profit overnight camp in New Hampshire, focusing on personal growth, leadership, and community through outdoor adventure and tradit...
▌ Editor's read Camp Merrowvista's website, ayf.com/programs/merrowvista/, loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about its programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, ensuring adherence to industry standards for health and safety. The camp is a program of the American Youth Foundation (AYF), a non-profit organization, and has been operating for 99 years, founded by William H. Danforth. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Merrowvista offers overnight programs for youth, emphasizing personal growth, leadership, and community through activities like outdoor adventure, arts, and sports. Google reviews for Camp Merrowvista show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and independence. Social media presence includes an active Instagram handle @campmerrowvista and a Facebook page @CampMerrowvista.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192799+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–17
Camp Merrowvista is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. adventure programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1927 (99 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 8–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 147 Canaan Rd, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816
- Cost notes: USD. Tiered pricing available. Financial aid is available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Merrowvista
- What ages does Camp Merrowvista accept?
- Camp Merrowvista is open to children ages 8–17. 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.
- How much does Camp Merrowvista cost?
- Camp Merrowvista publishes $1,200/week for the standard session. USD. Tiered pricing available. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Merrowvista's hours?
- Camp Merrowvista runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Merrowvista accredited?
- Yes — Camp Merrowvista is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 99 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 Merrowvista?
- Camp Merrowvista is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 99 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 Merrowvista provide lunch?
- Camp Merrowvista 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.
Planning guides
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