YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session
YMCA Camp Belknap offers a traditional overnight summer camp experience for boys on Lake Winnipesaukee, focusing on...
▌ Editor's read YMCA Camp Belknap's website loads successfully, detailing its program for boys. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The camp operates under New Hampshire state license number 040. Founded in 1903 by George W. Hinman, it has been operating for over 120 years, highlighting its long-standing tradition. The camp is a non-profit organization. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not explicitly published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The program is exclusively overnight, offering 2-week sessions. Google reviews show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their sons and the strong sense of community. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campbelknap and a Facebook page 'campbelknap'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1231903+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–16
YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-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
- 123 (1903 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–16
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 11 Chase Point Rd, Mirror Lake, NH 03853, USA
- Phone: (603) 569-3475
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Tier 1: $3275 for a 2-week session. Tier 2: $2400. Financial assistance is available.
Runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 4 sessions (0 one-week, 4 multi-week blocks), from Jun 28 to Aug 22.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 1 Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,275
- Session 2 Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,275
- Session 3 Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,275
- Session 4 Aug 9 – 22, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,275
↗ What parents like
- Long-standing tradition (since 1903)
- Focus on character development
- Financial assistance available
↘ Watch for
- Boys-only camp
- Two-week minimum session
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session
- What ages does YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session accept?
- YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session is open to children ages 8–16. 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 YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session cost?
- YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session publishes $1,638/week for the standard session. Tier 1: $3275 for a 2-week session. Tier 2: $2400. Financial assistance is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session's hours?
- YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session accredited?
- Yes — YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1903 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 YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session?
- YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1903 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 YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session provide lunch?
- YMCA Camp Belknap - 2-Week Session does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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- Camp Belknap · Ages 8–16 · $1,638/week