Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–11 · $1,908/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–11

Camp Merrowvista Discoverer

Center Tuftonboro · $1,908/week

Overnight camp for younger campers focusing on personal growth and community in a natural setting.

▌ Editor's read Camp Merrowvista Discoverer is an overnight camp for 8-11 year olds, part of the American Youth Foundation (AYF) which was founded in 1924 by Luther Gulick. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified by the ACA search tool. The AYF is a non-profit organization, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp's philosophy is rooted in the 'Fourfold Way' (mental, physical, social, spiritual growth). The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The Discoverer program is specifically designed for younger campers, offering a supportive environment for their first overnight camp experience. Social media handles for AYF Camps (Instagram: ayfcamps, Facebook: AYFCamps) are active and provide a glimpse into camp life.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1021924+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–11

Camp Merrowvista Discoverer 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
102 (1924 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–11
  • Address: 146 Vista Rd, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816
  • Phone: (603) 569-2725
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Two week session is $3815, so cost per week is $1908. Three week session is $5205, so cost per week is $1735.

4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 17, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,205
  • Session 1 Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,815
  • Session 4 Jul 19 – Aug 7, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,205
  • Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,815

↗ What parents like

  • Small cabin groups
  • Camp-wide competitions

↘ Watch for

  • No one-week session

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Merrowvista Discoverer

What ages does Camp Merrowvista Discoverer accept?
Camp Merrowvista Discoverer is open to children ages 8–11. 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 Discoverer cost?
Camp Merrowvista Discoverer publishes $1,908/week for the standard session. Two week session is $3815, so cost per week is $1908. Three week session is $5205, so cost per week is $1735. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Merrowvista Discoverer accredited?
Yes — Camp Merrowvista Discoverer is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1924 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 Discoverer?
Camp Merrowvista Discoverer is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1924 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 Discoverer provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Merrowvista Discoverer 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 Merrowvista Discoverer compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Center Tuftonboro?
Camp Merrowvista Discoverer is one of 6 overnight/sleepaway camps in Center Tuftonboro 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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