Camp Vega
A traditional overnight summer camp for girls in Maine, offering a wide range of activities and fostering personal...
▌ Editor's read Camp Vega is an ACA accredited all-girls overnight camp, with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed on their website's 'About Us' and 'Safety & Health' pages. The camp has been operating for over 90 years, founded by George and Ruth Allen, indicating a long-standing history and experience in youth camping. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training, including CPR and First Aid certification. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3, which is a strong indicator of individualized attention and supervision. Detailed information regarding health care, including a full-time medical staff and infirmary, is provided on their 'Safety & Health' page, demonstrating a commitment to camper well-being.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 193690+ years operating
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1936 (90 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Address: 3002 Pond Rd, Fayette, ME 04349
- Phone: 207-685-3726
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full Season: $17,300 for 7 weeks.
↗ What parents like
- Girls-only environment
- Focus on personal growth
- Wide range of activities
↘ Watch for
- Full-season only
- High cost
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Vega
- What ages does Camp Vega accept?
- Camp Vega 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.
- How much does Camp Vega cost?
- Camp Vega publishes $2,471/week for the standard session. Full Season: $17,300 for 7 weeks. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Vega accredited?
- Yes — Camp Vega is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 90 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 Vega?
- Camp Vega is operated by a private business, with 90 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 Vega provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Vega 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 Vega compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Fayette?
- Camp Vega is one of 15 overnight/sleepaway camps in Fayette 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 Vega 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 Vega.
- Camp Vega · Fayette, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,471/week
- Camp Vega - Full Season · Ages 7–15 · $2,471/week
- Camp Vega - Second Session · Ages 7–15 · $2,471/week
- Camp Winnebago · Ages 8–15 · $3,357/week
- Camp Winnebago · Ages 8–15 · $2,350/week
- Camp Winnebago · Ages 8–15 · $2,486/week
- Camp Winnebago · Camp Winnebago · Ages 8–15 · $2,486/week
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