Camp Emerson
Traditional overnight summer camp in the Berkshires offering a wide range of activities for campers aged 7-15.
▌ Editor's read Camp Emerson is an ACA-accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025, as stated on their 'Dates, Fees & FAQs' page. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, founded by Jack and Arlene Mendelson, indicating a long history and established program. They boast a strong staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which suggests a high level of supervision and individualized attention. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a commitment to camper safety. Their program emphasizes individualized schedules and skill development, allowing campers to choose activities that align with their interests. The camp's 'About Us' section highlights their long-standing commitment to creating a positive and supportive environment.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 978 Jacob's Ladder Rd, Hinsdale, MA 01235
- Phone: 413-655-8381
- Email: [email protected]
10 sessions (1 one-week, 9 multi-week blocks), from Jun 21 to Aug 8.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 21 – Jul 4, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,900
- Session 6 Jun 21 – Jul 18, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,300
- Session 9 Jun 21 – Aug 1, 2026 · 6 weeks · $13,700
- Session 10 Jun 21 – Aug 8, 2026 · 7 weeks · $15,450
- Session 2 Jul 5 – 18, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,900
- Session 7 Jul 5 – Aug 1, 2026 · 4 weeks · $9,300
- Session 8 Jul 5 – Aug 8, 2026 · 5 weeks · $11,500
- Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 1, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,900
- Session 5 Jul 19 – Aug 8, 2026 · 3 weeks · $7,200
- Session 4 Aug 2 – 8, 2026 · 1 week · $2,500
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Emerson
- What ages does Camp Emerson accept?
- Camp Emerson is open to children ages 7–15. 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.
- Is Camp Emerson accredited?
- Yes — Camp Emerson is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Emerson?
- Camp Emerson is operated by a private business, with 60 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 Emerson provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Emerson 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.
- Does Camp Emerson offer transportation?
- Camp Emerson provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
- How does Camp Emerson compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hinsdale?
- Camp Emerson is one of 9 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hinsdale 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
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Emerson with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review the safety signals that matter most.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Emerson.
- Camp Taconic · Ages 7–17 · $2,475/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15 · $2,343/week
- Camp Emerson - Full Season · Ages 7–16 · $2,450/week
- Camp Romaca · Hinsdale, MA · Ages 6–16 · $2,454/week
- Camp Taconic · Ages 7–17 · $2,371/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15 · $1,794/week
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15
- Camp Winadu · Ages 7–15