Camp Waldemar
Camp Waldemar is a historic all-girls overnight camp in Texas, focusing on character development, outdoor...
▌ Editor's read Camp Waldemar is an ACA-accredited all-girls overnight camp, with its accreditation expiring in 2025 (ACA website). The camp boasts over 100 years of operation, founded by Ora Johnson in 1926, indicating a rich history and established program (waldemar.com/about-us/). They maintain a favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, suggesting good supervision (waldemar.com/about-us/). The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to safety (waldemar.com/staff/). While the ownership type is not explicitly stated, the camp's long history and focus on tradition suggest a privately run, possibly family-owned, operation. The camp emphasizes character development, outdoor activities, and fostering a strong community among campers.
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Camp Waldemar 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
- 1926 (100 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 1005 FM 1340, Hunt, TX 78024
- Phone: (830) 238-6241
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Cost not available on website.
Runs 24-hour residential, 4 sessions (2 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from May 22 to Aug 2.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 May 22 – 27, 2026 · 1 week
- Session 2 May 29 – Jun 26, 2026 · 5 weeks
- Session 3 Jun 28 – Jul 26, 2026 · 5 weeks
- Session 4 Jul 28 – Aug 2, 2026 · 1 week
↗ What parents like
- Historic all-girls camp
- Strong sense of community
↘ Watch for
- Cost not readily available
- Third-party registration form
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Waldemar
- What ages does Camp Waldemar accept?
- Camp Waldemar is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Waldemar cost?
- Camp Waldemar doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Cost not available on website. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Camp Waldemar's hours?
- Camp Waldemar 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 Waldemar accredited?
- Yes — Camp Waldemar is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 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.
- Does Camp Waldemar provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Waldemar 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 Waldemar compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt?
- Camp Waldemar is one of 30 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hunt 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 Camp Waldemar 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.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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