Camp Ojibwa - First four
Camp Ojibwa is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Eagle River, Wisconsin, focusing on sports,...
▌ Editor's read Camp Ojibwa is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys located in Eagle River, Wisconsin, with accreditation valid through August 15, 2025. The camp, founded by Al Schwartz, has been operating for over 80 years, demonstrating a long-standing tradition in summer camping. Their website explicitly states a camper-to-staff ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Ojibwa show an average rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's positive impact on their sons' confidence and friendships. The program offers a wide range of activities including various sports, waterfront activities, and creative arts, emphasizing skill development and sportsmanship. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campojibwa and a Facebook page /CampOjibwa.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Ojibwa - First four 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
- 1946 (80 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 6–16
- Address: 4040 Ojibwa Drive, Eagle River, WI 54521
- Phone: (715) 479-8611
- 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 Jul 10.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 15 – Jul 10, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,000
↗ What parents like
- Discounts for early birds and siblings
- Referral bonus available
↘ Watch for
- No email address readily available
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Ojibwa - First four
- What ages does Camp Ojibwa - First four accept?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four 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 - First four cost?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four publishes $2,000/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 - First four accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ojibwa - First four is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 - First four?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four is operated by a private business, with 80 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 - First four provide lunch?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four 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.
- Does Camp Ojibwa - First four offer transportation?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does Camp Ojibwa - First four compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River?
- Camp Ojibwa - First four 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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