The Whale Camp
An immersive overnight camp on Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick, focusing on marine biology, whale watching, and ocean
▌ Editor's read The Whale Camp website loads successfully, presenting a detailed overview of its marine biology and nature programs for youth on Grand Manan Island, New Brunswick. The camp was founded by Marilyn and Bob Bowman and has been operating for over 40 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is an overnight program, offering sessions focused on whale and dolphin studies, marine biology, and island ecology. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. There is no specific mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the website. Google reviews for 'The Whale Camp' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 40 reviews, with common themes highlighting the unique educational experience, knowledgeable staff, and the opportunity for close encounters with marine wildlife. Social media handles found on the site are @thewhalecamp for Instagram and TheWhaleCamp for Facebook.
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Since 198640+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 10–18
The Whale Camp serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1986 (40 years)
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 10–18
- Hours: Overnight
- Address: 100 Route 776, Grand Manan, NB E5G 2C7, Canada
- Phone: (207) 483-4000
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $1950 USD for a one-week session. Two-week sessions are $3500, and three-week sessions are $4900.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about The Whale Camp
- What ages does The Whale Camp accept?
- The Whale Camp is open to children ages 10–18. 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 The Whale Camp cost?
- The Whale Camp publishes $1,400/week for the standard session. $1950 USD for a one-week session. Two-week sessions are $3500, and three-week sessions are $4900. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are The Whale Camp's hours?
- The Whale Camp runs Overnight. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does The Whale Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — The Whale Camp 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.
Planning guides
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- The Whale Camp · Grand Manan Island · Ages 10–18 · $1,600/week