Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16 · $1,645/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 7–16

Camp Seafarer

North Carolina · $1,645/week

Girls' overnight camp in North Carolina focusing on sailing, water sports, and character development.

▌ Editor's read Camp Seafarer is an ACA-accredited overnight camp for girls, with its accreditation valid until 2025, as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has a long history, founded by Wyatt and Fannie Taylor, and has been operating for over 75 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is a non-profit organization, part of the broader Seagull-Seafarer organization. The camp offers a wide array of activities, including sailing, waterskiing, horseback riding, and various arts and crafts, as detailed in their program descriptions. Their mission emphasizes character development, self-reliance, and a love for the outdoors. Social media presence includes active Instagram (@campseafarer) and Facebook (CampSeafarer) accounts.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195175+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Camp Seafarer 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
1951 (75 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Address: 2744 Seafarer Rd, Arapahoe, NC 28510, USA
  • Phone: (252) 249-1212
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $6,581 for a 4-week session.

7 sessions (1 one-week, 6 multi-week blocks), from Jun 7 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Starter Camp Jun 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $1,739
  • Four-Week First Session Jun 14 – Jul 10, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,581
  • Mariners I Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,073
  • Mariners II Jun 28 – Jul 10, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,073
  • Four-Week Second Session Jul 12 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,581
  • Mariners III Jul 12 – 24, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,073
  • Mariners IV Jul 26 – Aug 7, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,073

↗ What parents like

  • Develops leadership skills
  • Builds resilience

↘ Watch for

  • Four-week commitment

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Seafarer

What ages does Camp Seafarer accept?
Camp Seafarer 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 Seafarer cost?
Camp Seafarer publishes $1,645/week for the standard session. $6,581 for a 4-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Seafarer accredited?
Yes — Camp Seafarer is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 75 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 Seafarer?
Camp Seafarer is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 75 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 Seafarer provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Seafarer 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 Seafarer compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Arapahoe?
Camp Seafarer 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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