Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–15 · $1,688/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 10–15

Camp Dudley - Full Season

Westport · $1,688/week

Historic overnight camp for boys on Lake Champlain, focusing on character and leadership.

▌ Editor's read Camp Dudley has a remarkable history, operating since 1885, making it one of the oldest camps in the United States. The camp is a non-profit organization, as indicated by its 'About Us' section. While the provided URL is for rates, the camp's main website (campdudley.org) details its mission to develop character and leadership in boys through a program of athletics, arts, and outdoor activities. The camp's social media presence on Instagram and Facebook is active, suggesting engagement with its community. Information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies was not found on the provided rates page or easily accessible from the main website during this brief research.
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Since 1411885+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 10–15

Camp Dudley - Full Season 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
Not verified
Established
141 (1885 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 10–15
  • Address: 126 Dudley Rd, Westport, NY 12993
  • Phone: (518) 962-4720
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Full season Tier 1 cost is $13,500. Tiered pricing and tuition assistance are available.

1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jun 25 to Aug 16.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Full Season Jun 25 – Aug 16, 2026 · 8 weeks · $13,500

↗ What parents like

  • Long-standing history and tradition
  • Focus on character development

↘ Watch for

  • High cost for full season

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Dudley - Full Season

What ages does Camp Dudley - Full Season accept?
Camp Dudley - Full Season is open to children ages 10–15. 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 Dudley - Full Season cost?
Camp Dudley - Full Season publishes $1,688/week for the standard session. Full season Tier 1 cost is $13,500. Tiered pricing and tuition assistance are available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Camp Dudley - Full Season?
Camp Dudley - Full Season is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1885 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 Dudley - Full Season provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Dudley - Full Season 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.

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