What ages does Camp Howe - Session 1 accept?

Camp Howe - Session 1 is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Howe - Session 1 cost?

Camp Howe - Session 1 publishes $675/week for the standard session. Cost for a two-week session is $1350. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Is Camp Howe - Session 1 accredited?

Yes — Camp Howe - Session 1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Howe - Session 1?

Camp Howe - Session 1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 Howe - Session 1 provide lunch?

Yes — Camp Howe - Session 1 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.

How does Camp Howe - Session 1 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?

Camp Howe - Session 1 is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway 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.

▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Howe - Session 1

Goshen · $675/week · ★ 4.8 (29 reviews)

A traditional summer camp with one and two-week sessions, offering a fully inclusive program for all youth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Howe is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid until 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality (ACA website). The camp boasts over 70 years of operation, suggesting a long-standing commitment to youth development (About Us page). They maintain a favorable camper-to-staff ratio of 1:5, which allows for individualized attention and supervision (FAQ page). The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a safe environment for campers (FAQ page). Camp Howe is a non-profit organization, which often implies a mission-driven approach over profit motives (About Us page). Their website provides clear information on dates, rates, and program details, demonstrating transparency.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 195670+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Howe - Session 1 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: 1956 (70 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Published by camp see camp site →

How we verify these →

Details

Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
Ages: 7–16
Address: 784 North Road, Goshen, MA 01032
Phone: (413) 268-7965
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: Cost for a two-week session is $1350.

6 sessions (4 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 14.

Sessions ⛓

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

Session 1 Jun 21 – 26, 2026 · 1 week
Session 2 Jun 28 – Jul 3, 2026 · 1 week
Session B Jul 5 – 17, 2026 · 2 weeks
Session 5 Jul 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week
Session 6 Jul 26 – 31, 2026 · 1 week
Session D Aug 2 – 14, 2026 · 2 weeks

↗ What parents like

Fully inclusive program
Offers one and two-week sessions
Gender-inclusive cabin options

↘ Watch for

Shorter sessions may not be immersive
Limited availability in some sessions

Logistics

Lunch provided: Yes
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Howe - Session 1

What ages does Camp Howe - Session 1 accept?: Camp Howe - Session 1 is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Howe - Session 1 cost?: Camp Howe - Session 1 publishes $675/week for the standard session. Cost for a two-week session is $1350. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Howe - Session 1 accredited?: Yes — Camp Howe - Session 1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 70 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 Howe - Session 1?: Camp Howe - Session 1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 70 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 Howe - Session 1 provide lunch?: Yes — Camp Howe - Session 1 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.
How does Camp Howe - Session 1 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Goshen?: Camp Howe - Session 1 is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway 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.

Planning guides

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Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Howe - Session 1.

4-H Camp Howe · 4-H Camp Howe · Ages 7–17 · $695/week
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4-H Camp Howe - Juniors (1 week) · 4-H Camp Howe - Juniors (1 week) · Ages 7–12 · $695/week
4-H Camp Howe - Teens (1 week) · 4-H Camp Howe - Teens (1 week) · Ages 13–17 · $725/week
4-H Camp Howe - Teens (2 weeks) · 4-H Camp Howe - Teens (2 weeks) · Ages 13–17 · $690/week
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