Camp Wigwam - Umbrella
Camp Wigwam is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Maine, offering a wide range of activities and...
▌ Editor's read Camp Wigwam is an overnight summer camp for boys, established in 1910 by Abraham Mandelstam, indicating a long-standing history and tradition (About Us). The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, demonstrating a commitment to industry standards for health and safety (ACA Accredited Camps search). They maintain a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which suggests a good level of supervision and individualized attention (About Us). The camp offers a wide array of activities including land sports, water sports, and creative arts, promoting a well-rounded experience (Activities). While the website mentions staff are 'carefully selected,' there is no explicit language regarding background checks (About Us).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1161910+ years operating
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: 7–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 57 Wigwam Pass, Waterford, ME 04088
- Phone: (207) 583-2300
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: 5-week session costs $12,000, so the cost per week is $2400.
Runs 24-hour residential, 6 sessions (0 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 24 to Aug 11.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 24 – Jul 28, 2026 · 5 weeks · $12,000
- Session 2 Jun 24 – Jul 18, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,200
- Session 4 Jun 24 – Aug 11, 2026 · 7 weeks · $15,000
- Session 5 Jun 24 – Jul 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,200
- Session 3 Jul 19 – Aug 11, 2026 · 4 weeks · $10,200
- Session 6 Jul 20 – Aug 2, 2026 · 2 weeks · $5,200
↗ What parents like
- Full summer boys camp
- Long-standing traditions
↘ Watch for
- No phone number listed
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Camp Wigwam - Umbrella
- What ages does Camp Wigwam - Umbrella accept?
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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 Wigwam - Umbrella cost?
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella publishes $2,400/week for the standard session. 5-week session costs $12,000, so the cost per week is $2400. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Wigwam - Umbrella's hours?
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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 Wigwam - Umbrella accredited?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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 - Umbrella?
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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 - Umbrella provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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 - Umbrella compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Waterford?
- Camp Wigwam - Umbrella 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.
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- Camp Wigwam - Rookie Session II · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–11 · $2,600/week
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- Camp Wigwam - Full Session · Waterford, ME · Ages 7–15 · $2,143/week