Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 5–16 · $800/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 5–16

Camp Puh'tok

Monkton · $800/week

Camp Puh'tok is a non-profit overnight camp in Monkton, MD, offering traditional camp activities and a focus on outdoor adventure and personal growth since 1...

▌ Editor's read Camp Puh'tok's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The camp was founded in 1946 by Dr. L.S. and Mrs. A.E. Stouffer, making it 76 years old, and operates as a non-profit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews average 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, with many praising the positive impact on children and the variety of activities. The camp offers a traditional overnight program with activities like horseback riding, archery, swimming, and arts & crafts. Social media handles are @camppuhtok on Instagram and camppuhtok on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195076+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–16

Camp Puh'tok 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1950 (76 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 5–16
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 17433 Big Falls Rd, Monkton, MD 21111, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Day camp options available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Puh'tok

What ages does Camp Puh'tok accept?
Camp Puh'tok is open to children ages 5–16. 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 Puh'tok cost?
Camp Puh'tok publishes $800/week for the standard session. USD. Day camp options available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Puh'tok's hours?
Camp Puh'tok runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Puh'tok accredited?
Yes — Camp Puh'tok is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 76 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 Puh'tok?
Camp Puh'tok is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 76 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 Puh'tok provide lunch?
Camp Puh'tok 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.

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