Camp Ojibwa - Second four
Camp Ojibwa is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Eagle River, Wisconsin, offering a wide range of...
▌ Editor's read Camp Ojibwa is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded in 1928 by Al Schwartz, and is currently directed by the fourth generation of the Schwartz family, highlighting a strong legacy and commitment to its mission. Google reviews show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their sons' independence and social skills. The website lists a comprehensive array of activities including water sports, athletics, and creative arts, catering to diverse interests. Social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@campojibwaforboys) and a Facebook page (CampOjibwaForBoys), providing visual insights into camp life.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Ojibwa - Second 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
- 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 Jul 12 to Aug 5.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jul 12 – Aug 5, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,400
↗ 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 - Second four
- What ages does Camp Ojibwa - Second four accept?
- Camp Ojibwa - Second 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 - Second four cost?
- Camp Ojibwa - Second four publishes $2,100/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 - Second four accredited?
- Yes — Camp Ojibwa - Second four 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 - Second four?
- Camp Ojibwa - Second four 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 - Second four provide lunch?
- Camp Ojibwa - Second 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.
- How does Camp Ojibwa - Second four compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Eagle River?
- Camp Ojibwa - Second 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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