Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–15 · $1,475/week
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YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp

YMCA Camp Coniston · $1,475/week · ★ 4.3 (12 reviews)

YMCA Camp Coniston offers a traditional overnight camp experience for boys and girls in New Hampshire, focusing on...

▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Coniston's website loads successfully, detailing their two-week overnight camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry safety and quality standards. Founded in 1911 by William G. Coniston, the camp has been operating for over a century, demonstrating significant experience in youth development. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mention that all staff undergo background checks, highlighting a commitment to camper safety. The camp has a strong online presence, with a 4.9-star rating from over 200 Google reviews. Social media handles include @campconiston on Instagram and 'campconiston' on Facebook. As a YMCA camp, it operates as a nonprofit organization.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1151911+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–15

YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway 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
115 (1911 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–15
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 24 Coniston Rd, Grantham, NH 03753, USA
  • Phone: (603) 863-1293
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tier A: $2950 for a two-week session. Tier B: $2650, Tier C: $2350. Financial assistance is available.

Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 15.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 21 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,560
  • Session 2 Jul 5 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,560
  • Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,560
  • Session 4 Aug 2 – 15, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,560

↗ What parents like

  • Tiered pricing for affordability
  • Wide range of activities
  • Financial assistance available

↘ Watch for

  • Two-week minimum session
  • No store money accepted

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp is open to children ages 8–15. 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 YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp publishes $1,475/week for the standard session. Tier A: $2950 for a two-week session. Tier B: $2650, Tier C: $2350. Financial assistance is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp's hours?
YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1911 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 YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp?
YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1911 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 YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Coniston - Two Week Overnight Camp 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.

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