4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp
4-H Camp Howe offers a traditional day camp experience in Goshen, MA, focusing on outdoor activities,...
▌ Editor's read Camp Howe's website (camphowe.com) loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their day camp program. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards for safety and program quality. The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:5 for day campers, which is a strong indicator of supervision. They also mention that all staff undergo background checks. The camp, founded by 4-H, has been operating for 75 years, suggesting a long-standing tradition and experience in youth development. Google reviews for Camp Howe show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100+ reviews, with many parents praising the caring staff and diverse activities. The program is a traditional day camp for ages 6-15, offering activities like swimming, archery, arts & crafts, and outdoor adventures.
Who thrives here Ages 7–12
4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp 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 traditional day camp 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
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1951 (75 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 7–12
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 557 East St, Goshen, MA 01032, USA
- Phone: (413) 268-7635
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required for each week.
Runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, 8 sessions (8 one-week), from Jun 22 to Aug 14.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jun 22 – 26, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 2 Jun 29 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 3 Jul 6 – 10, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 4 Jul 13 – 17, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 5 Jul 20 – 24, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 6 Jul 27 – Aug 1, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 7 Aug 4 – 7, 2026 · 1 week · $450
- Session 8 Aug 10 – 14, 2026 · 1 week · $450
↗ What parents like
- Gender-inclusive cabin options
- Financial aid available
↘ Watch for
- Limited session lengths
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp
- What ages does 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp accept?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp is open to children ages 7–12. 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 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp cost?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp publishes $450/week for the standard session. USD. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required for each week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp's hours?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp accredited?
- Yes — 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp provide lunch?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp 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 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Goshen?
- 4-H Camp Howe - Day Camp is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Goshen 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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