Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam:
Traditional boys' overnight camp in Maine offering a variety of sports, arts, and outdoor activities.
▌ Editor's read Camp Wigwam is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid until 2025, as evidenced by their ACA member page. The camp has a long history, operating since 1910, and was founded by Abraham Mandelstam, as stated on their 'About Us' page. They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is clearly listed on their 'Staff' page. While the website details staff qualifications and training, it does not explicitly mention background checks. The camp offers a traditional program with a focus on sports, waterfront activities, and arts, as described throughout their website. Their social media presence is active, with links to Instagram and Facebook found in the footer.
★
ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
⌬
Since 1161910+ years operating
Who thrives here
Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. overnight/sleepaway programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 116 (1910 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: not listed
- Address: 140 Wigwam Cir, Waterford, ME 04088
- Phone: (207) 583-2300
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Full session (7 weeks) is $15,000. Other sessions are available at different rates.
↗ What parents like
- Long-standing tradition
- Wide range of activities
↘ Watch for
- $750 non-refundable deposit
- Full summer focus
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam:
- What ages does Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: accept?
- Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: is open to children ages not listed. 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: cost?
- Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: publishes $2,143/week for the standard session. Full session (7 weeks) is $15,000. Other sessions are available at different rates. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: accredited?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1910 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam:?
- Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: is operated by a private business, with 1910 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford?
- Camp Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: is one of 11 overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam: 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 Wigwam - Camp Wigwam:.
- Camp Wigwam · Ages 7–15 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - 5-Week Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - First · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Half Session - Second · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–13 · $2,914/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session I · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session II · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
- Camp Wigwam · Camp Wigwam · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week
- Camp Wigwam - Full Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week