Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages not listed · $1,438/week
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Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap:

Lakeville · $1,438/week

Camp Sloane YMCA offers traditional overnight and day camp experiences for boys and girls, focusing on character...

▌ Editor's read Camp Belknap is a boys' overnight camp that operates as part of Camp Sloane YMCA. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA logo and link on the 'About Us' page. It boasts a long history, having been founded in 1903, indicating over a century of operation. The camp is owned and operated by the YMCA, a known non-profit organization. While specific staff-to-camper ratios were not explicitly stated, the camp emphasizes a focus on character development and traditional camp activities. Social media presence includes active Instagram (@campsloane) and Facebook (@campsloane) accounts.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1231903+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here

Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. overnight/sleepaway programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
123 (1903 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: not listed
  • Address: 124 Indian Mountain Rd, Lakeville, CT 06039
  • Phone: (860) 435-2557
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tiered pricing available. Cost for a two-week session is $2,875.

↗ What parents like

  • YMCA camp
  • Financial aid available

↘ Watch for

  • Tiered pricing
  • Multiple camp IDs for same camp

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap:

What ages does Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: accept?
Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: is open to children ages not listed. 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 Belknap - Camp Belknap: cost?
Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: publishes $1,438/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available. Cost for a two-week session is $2,875. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: accredited?
Yes — Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1903 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 Belknap - Camp Belknap:?
Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1903 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 Belknap - Camp Belknap: provide lunch?
Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: 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 Belknap - Camp Belknap: compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville?
Camp Belknap - Camp Belknap: is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Lakeville 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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