Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12 · $2,037/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–12

Camp Seagull - Mariners I

North Carolina · $2,037/week

A two-week overnight session at Camp Seagull for boys, offering a focused camp experience.

▌ Editor's read Camp Seagull is an ACA accredited overnight camp for boys, with accreditation valid through 2025, as indicated by their website's footer. The camp has a long history, operating for over 80 years, founded by Hugh Morton. It is a non-profit organization. The camp maintains a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4, which is clearly stated on their 'Safety' page. They explicitly mention conducting background checks for all staff, including criminal record checks and sex offender registry checks. The program focuses on sailing and outdoor adventure, offering various sessions for different age groups, as detailed on their '2026 Session Offerings' page.
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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 10–12

Camp Seagull - Mariners I sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 10–12
  • Address: 2744 Seafarer Rd, Arapahoe, NC 28510
  • Phone: (252) 249-1212
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Total cost $4,073 for 2 weeks

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 14 to Jun 26.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 1 Jun 14 – 26, 2026 · 2 weeks · $4,073

↗ What parents like

  • Focused camp experience
  • Good for younger campers

↘ Watch for

  • Shorter session
  • Website registration broken

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Seagull - Mariners I

What ages does Camp Seagull - Mariners I accept?
Camp Seagull - Mariners I is open to children ages 10–12. 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 - Mariners I cost?
Camp Seagull - Mariners I publishes $2,037/week for the standard session. Total cost $4,073 for 2 weeks Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Seagull - Mariners I accredited?
Yes — Camp Seagull - Mariners I 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 - Mariners I?
Camp Seagull - Mariners I 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 - Mariners I provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Seagull - Mariners I 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 - Mariners I compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Arapahoe?
Camp Seagull - Mariners I 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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