Merrowvista Pathfinder
A four-year progression of in-camp programming for high school-aged campers, focusing on leadership and personal growth.
▌ Editor's read Camp Merrowvista Pathfinder is an overnight camp operated by the American Youth Foundation (AYF), a non-profit organization founded in 1924. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, including criminal and sex offender registry checks. The AYF's mission is centered on helping young people discover their best selves, as detailed on their 'About Us' page. The camp has a strong presence on social media, with active Instagram and Facebook accounts. The program focuses on outdoor activities and character development, aligning with the AYF's broader goals.
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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
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
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 14–17
- Address: 146 Merrowvista Rd, Center Tuftonboro, NH 03816
- Phone: 603-569-2725
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Two-week session costs $3,880, three-week session costs $5,310. Price per week is an estimate based on the two-week session.
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
- Leadership development focus
- Four-year progressive program
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
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. Two-week session costs $3,880, three-week session costs $5,310. Price per week is an estimate based on the two-week session. 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Merrowvista Pathfinder with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Merrowvista Pathfinder.
- Merrowvista Pathfinder · Ages 14–17 · $1,940/week
- Camp Merrowvista · Camp Merrowvista · Ages 8–17 · $1,200/week
- Camp Merrowvista Pathfinder · Ages 12–14 · $1,940/week
- Merrowvista Pioneer · Ages 10–14 · $1,815/week
- Camp Blue Sky · Camp Blue Sky · Ages 5–18
- Camp Merrowvista Discoverer · Ages 8–11 · $1,735/week
- Camp Merrowvista Discoverer · Ages 8–11 · $1,908/week