Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session
Camp Ojibwa is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Eagle River, Wisconsin, offering a wide range of...
▌ Editor's read The provided website for Camp Ojibwa loads successfully, detailing dates and rates for the 2026 season. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. Camp Ojibwa has a strong online presence, with a Google rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their children's development and the variety of activities offered. The camp, founded by Al Schwartz, has been operating for over 90 years, establishing a rich history and tradition. It is an overnight camp for boys, and while specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly stated, the camp emphasizes a dedicated and experienced staff. Social media handles include @campojibwa on Instagram and 'CampOjibwa' on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session 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
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–16
- Address: 4040 Ojibwa Drive, Eagle River, WI 54521
- Phone: (715) 479-8611
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Transportation charge: $175 each way if child takes the bus (ALL SESSIONS). Early bird discount (must be enrolled by October 1 and pay deposit in full): 8 weeks: $500; 4 weeks: $250; 2 weeks: $125. Sibling discount: $300. Referral bonus:...
1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 15 to Aug 5.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – Aug 5, 2026 · 8 weeks · $14,300
↗ What parents like
- Early bird discounts
- Sibling discounts
↘ Watch for
- No refunds after January 1
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session
- What ages does Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session accept?
- Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session is open to children ages 6–16. 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 Ojibwa - 8-week session cost?
- Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session publishes $1,788/week for the standard session. Transportation charge: $175 each way if child takes the bus (ALL SESSIONS). Early bird discount (must be enrolled by October 1 and pay deposit in full): 8 weeks: $500; 4 weeks: $250; 2 weeks: $125. Sibling discount: $300. Referral bonus:... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Ojibwa - 8-week session?
- Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Ojibwa - 8-week session provide lunch?
- Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session 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.
- How does Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River?
- Camp Ojibwa - 8-week session is one of 33 overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River 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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