Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $1,598/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks):

Becket · $1,598/week

A traditional overnight summer camp for boys and girls, focusing on character development and outdoor adventures.

▌ Editor's read Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners are ACA accredited, with their accreditation expiring in 2025, as evidenced by the ACA search tool. The camps have a long history, operating for over 100 years, which is stated on their 'About Us' page. They are operated by the Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA, indicating a nonprofit ownership structure. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks, fulfilling the 'has background check language' requirement. The program is clearly an overnight camp, as indicated by the session title and general camp description. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook were found on their main website, providing additional avenues for information and engagement.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1926100+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1926 (100 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Address: 70 Chimney Corners Rd, Becket, MA 01223
  • Phone: (413) 623-8991
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 2-week starter camp costs between $3195 and $4225. Price per week is an estimate based on the lowest tier.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 12 to Jul 24.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 2 Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,225

↗ What parents like

  • Tiered pricing available
  • Separate camps for boys and girls

↘ Watch for

  • Electronics are not allowed

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks):

What ages does Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): accept?
Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): cost?
Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): publishes $1,598/week for the standard session. 2-week starter camp costs between $3195 and $4225. Price per week is an estimate based on the lowest tier. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): accredited?
Yes — Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 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 Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks):?
Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 100 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 Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): provide lunch?
Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): 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 Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Becket?
Camp Becket and Camp Chimney Corners - Session 2 (2 Weeks): is one of 18 overnight/sleepaway camps in Becket 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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