Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16 · $1,200/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session

Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls · $1,200/week

Four-week overnight camp for boys and girls focusing on sailing, watersports, and traditional camp activities.

▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Sea Gull and Camp Seafarer loads successfully, detailing their four-week overnight programs for boys and girls. The camps are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. Founded in 1948 by Floyd D. Barnes, the camps have been operating for over 80 years, providing extensive experience in youth development. They are owned and operated by the YMCA of the Triangle, a non-profit organization. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Camp Sea Gull' show a 4.9-star rating from 215 reviews, and 'Camp Seafarer' has a 4.9-star rating from 135 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children's independence and confidence. The program emphasizes a 'whole child' approach, offering diverse activities from sailing and swimming to archery and riflery, fostering skill development and character growth.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week 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
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 2744 Seafarer Rd, Arapahoe, NC 28510, USA
  • Phone: (252) 249-1212
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, $6,581 ($500 application fee due at registration + $6,081 program fee due Mar. 1)

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session

What ages does Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session accept?
Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session cost?
Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session publishes $1,200/week for the standard session. USD, $6,581 ($500 application fee due at registration + $6,081 program fee due Mar. 1) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session's hours?
Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session 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 Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 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 Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session?
Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 80 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 Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week 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 Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Arapahoe?
Camp Sea Gull for Boys, Camp Seafarer for Girls - Four Week Session is one of 18 overnight/sleepaway camps in Arapahoe 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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