Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session):
Traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Denmark, Maine, offering a wide range of activities and a focus on...
▌ Editor's read Camp Walden is an ACA accredited overnight camp for girls, with accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp has a long history, founded in 1916 by Helen and Chester Nelson, suggesting a well-established program. They explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is a positive indicator for supervision. While the website details their philosophy and extensive activities, it does not explicitly mention background checks for staff. The camp maintains active social media presences on Instagram (@campwaldenme) and Facebook (campwaldenme), providing additional insights into their operations and community.
Who thrives here Ages 9–15
Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): 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
- 110 (1916 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 9–15
- Address: 16 Walden Dr, Denmark, ME 04022
- Phone: (207) 452-2901
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tuition - 7 weeks: $15,200 (Inclusive of all activities except for Intensive Riding, which is an additional $400). A four-week option is available on a limited basis for first-time campers only.
1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 26 to Jul 24.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 26 – Jul 24, 2026 · 5 weeks
↗ What parents like
- All-girls environment
- Wide range of activities
↘ Watch for
- Intensive Riding costs extra
- Four-week option limited
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session):
- What ages does Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): accept?
- Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): is open to children ages 9–15. 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.
- How much does Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): cost?
- Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): publishes $2,171/week for the standard session. Tuition - 7 weeks: $15,200 (Inclusive of all activities except for Intensive Riding, which is an additional $400). A four-week option is available on a limited basis for first-time campers only. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): accredited?
- Yes — Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1916 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 Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session):?
- Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): is operated by a private business, with 1916 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 Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): 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 Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Denmark?
- Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): is one of 7 overnight/sleepaway camps in Denmark 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 Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session): 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.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Walden ME - Session 2 (First Session):.
- Camp Walden · Ages 8–15 · $2,171/week
- Camp Walden · Camp Walden · Ages 8–15 · $2,171/week
- Camp Wyonegonic · Ages 8–18 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wyonegonic · Ages 8–18 · $2,600/week
- Camp Walden ME - Session 3 (Second Session): · Ages 9–15 · $2,375/week
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