Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–17 · $1,940/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 14–17

Merrowvista Pathfinder

Center Tuftonboro · $1,940/week

A four-year progressive program for high schoolers focusing on leadership and outdoor skills.

▌ Editor's read Camp Merrowvista Pathfinder is an overnight camp for boys aged 8-14, part of the American Youth Foundation (AYF) camps. The camp has a long history, operating since 1924, as indicated on their 'About Us' page. It is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid until 2025, as confirmed by the ACA search tool. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in youth development and safety. A staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 is mentioned, ensuring close supervision. The program emphasizes outdoor skills, community living, and personal development through activities like hiking, canoeing, and campcraft.
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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 14–17

Merrowvista Pathfinder serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
102 (1924 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 14–17
  • Address: 146 Merrowvista Rd, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816
  • Phone: 603-569-2725
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Cost for a two-week session is $3,880.

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 · $5,310
  • Session 1 Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,880
  • Session 4 Jul 19 – Aug 7, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,310
  • Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,880

↗ What parents like

  • Four-year progressive program
  • Focus on leadership skills
  • Campers are role models

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Limited session options

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Merrowvista Pathfinder

What ages does Merrowvista Pathfinder accept?
Merrowvista Pathfinder is open to children ages 14–17. 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 Merrowvista Pathfinder cost?
Merrowvista Pathfinder publishes $1,940/week for the standard session. Cost for a two-week session is $3,880. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Merrowvista Pathfinder accredited?
Yes — Merrowvista Pathfinder 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 Merrowvista Pathfinder?
Merrowvista Pathfinder 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 Merrowvista Pathfinder provide lunch?
Yes — Merrowvista Pathfinder 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 Merrowvista Pathfinder compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Center Tuftonboro?
Merrowvista Pathfinder 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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