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

Camp Seagull - Four-Week First Session

North Carolina · $1,645/week

The first four-week overnight session at Camp Seagull, offering a comprehensive summer camp experience for boys.

▌ Editor's read Camp Seagull is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by the ACA logo and link on their website. The camp boasts a long history, stating they have been operating for '80+ years' since their founding by Sherwood and Alice Johnston. They maintain a favorable staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which suggests individualized attention and supervision. The camp is operated by the North Carolina Youth Camp and Conference Center, a non-profit organization. Their program for the four-week first session emphasizes sailing, watersports, and outdoor adventure, as detailed on the provided URL. Social media presence includes active Instagram and Facebook accounts.
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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 Seagull - Four-Week First 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
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Details

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

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 14 to Jul 10.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 14 – Jul 10, 2026 · 4 weeks · $6,581

↗ What parents like

  • Comprehensive camp experience
  • Longer session duration

↘ Watch for

  • High total cost
  • Website registration broken

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Seagull - Four-Week First Session

What ages does Camp Seagull - Four-Week First Session accept?
Camp Seagull - Four-Week First 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 Seagull - Four-Week First Session cost?
Camp Seagull - Four-Week First Session publishes $1,645/week for the standard session. Total cost $6,581 for 4 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Seagull - Four-Week First Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Seagull - Four-Week First 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 Seagull - Four-Week First Session?
Camp Seagull - Four-Week First 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 Seagull - Four-Week First Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Seagull - Four-Week First 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 Seagull - Four-Week First Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Arapahoe?
Camp Seagull - Four-Week First 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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