Camp Wingate*Kirkland
Camp Wingate*Kirkland is a traditional, independent overnight summer camp in Yarmouth Port, MA, offering a diverse...
▌ Editor's read Camp Wingate*Kirkland's website loads as a legitimate camp site, showcasing a traditional overnight program for campers aged 7-15. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to recognized safety and operational standards. The camp explicitly states on its 'Staff' page that all staff undergo background checks, including CORI and SORI checks. They also publish a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 on their 'About Us' page. The camp has a strong online presence with an Instagram handle @campwk and a Facebook page 'campwk'. Google reviews average 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the supportive staff, diverse activities, and the positive impact on their children's growth and confidence. The camp has been operating since 1914, as stated on their 'About Us' page, highlighting a long-standing tradition in summer camping.
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp Wingate*Kirkland 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
- 112 (1914 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 79 White Rock Road, Yarmouth Port, MA 02675, USA
- Phone: (508) 362-3798
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Rates are all-inclusive. Deposits and payments are fully refundable until May 1, 2026, less a $300 admin fee. Financial aid is available.
Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 18.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Counselor in Training Jun 28 – Aug 18, 2026 · 8 weeks · $12,100
- Full Season Jul 1 – Aug 18, 2026 · 7 weeks · $15,725
- Session 1 Jul 1 – 24, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,475
- Mini Camp 1 Jul 1 – 15, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,900
- Session 2 Jul 26 – Aug 18, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,475
- Mini Camp 2 Jul 26 – Aug 9, 2026 · 3 weeks · $5,900
↗ What parents like
- Daily choice of activities
- All-inclusive rates
↘ Watch for
- High cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Wingate*Kirkland
- What ages does Camp Wingate*Kirkland accept?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland 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 Wingate*Kirkland cost?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland publishes $2,246/week for the standard session. Rates are all-inclusive. Deposits and payments are fully refundable until May 1, 2026, less a $300 admin fee. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Wingate*Kirkland's hours?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp Wingate*Kirkland accredited?
- Yes — Camp Wingate*Kirkland is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1914 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 Wingate*Kirkland?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland is operated by a private business, with 1914 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 Wingate*Kirkland provide lunch?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland 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 Wingate*Kirkland compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Yarmouth Port?
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Yarmouth Port 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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- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - 1st Session · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 7–16 · $2,095/week
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - 2nd Session · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 7–16 · $2,095/week
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - Counselor in Training · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 7–16 · $2,420/week
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - Full Season · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 7–16 · $2,246/week
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - Mini Camp 1 · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 6–10 · $2,950/week
- Camp Wingate*Kirkland - Mini Camp 2 · Camp Wingate*Kirkland · Ages 6–10 · $2,950/week
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