Camp Agawam
Camp Agawam is a traditional boys' overnight camp in Raymond, Maine, focusing on character development, outdoor activities, and a strong sense of community.
▌ Editor's read Camp Agawam is a long-established boys' overnight camp in Raymond, Maine, founded by Jessie L. Merrill in 1919, indicating over 100 years of operation. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through August 15, 2025, confirming its adherence to industry standards. Google reviews show a strong positive reputation with a 4.9-star rating from 58 reviews, frequently praising the camp's traditional values, supportive staff, and positive impact on campers. The camp is a non-profit organization, emphasizing its mission over commercial interests. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly published, the website highlights a dedicated and experienced staff. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campagawam) and Facebook (campagawam) page, showcasing camp life and activities.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1926100+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–15
Camp Agawam 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
- 1926 (100 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 54 Agawam Road, Raymond, ME 04071
- Cost notes: $13,250 for a 7-week session. Financial aid is available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Agawam
- What ages does Camp Agawam accept?
- Camp Agawam is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Agawam cost?
- Camp Agawam publishes $1,892/week for the standard session. $13,250 for a 7-week session. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Agawam's hours?
- Camp Agawam 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 Agawam accredited?
- Yes — Camp Agawam is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 100 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 Agawam?
- Camp Agawam is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 100 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 Agawam provide lunch?
- Camp Agawam 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 Agawam compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Raymond?
- Camp Agawam is one of 8 overnight/sleepaway camps in Raymond 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 Agawam 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 Agawam.
- Camp Wawenock · Ages 8–17 · $1,885/week
- Camp Wohelo · Ages 6–15 · $2,800/week
- Camp Wawenock · Ages 8–17 · $1,886/week
- Camp Wohelo · Ages 6–15 · $1,800/week
- Camp Wawenock - Camp Wawenock: · Ages 8–16 · $1,786/week
- Camp Wohelo · Ages 6–15 · $1,980/week
- Camp Nashoba North · Camp Nashoba North · Ages 7–17
- Camp Wohelo · Ages 6–15 · $1,738/week