Camp IHC - Dream Week
A shorter, introductory overnight camp session at Camp IHC for new campers to experience camp life.
▌ Editor's read Camp IHC's Dream Week is a free, one-week overnight camp specifically designed for children with special needs, as stated on the 'Dream Week' page. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, as verified on the ACA website. The program boasts a 1:2 staff-to-camper ratio, ensuring individualized attention and support for participants. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. Camp IHC has been operating for over 80 years, founded by Fred and Martha Warshaw, suggesting a long-standing history and experience in camp management. The camp is privately owned and appears to be a for-profit entity, though Dream Week itself is a charitable initiative. Social media handles for Instagram (@campihc) and Facebook (CampIHC) are active, showcasing camp life.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–16
Camp IHC - Dream Week 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
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 100 Lakefront Rd, Equinunk, PA 18417, USA
- Phone: 570-798-2550
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Contact camp for pricing.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Jul 25 to Jul 28.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Jul 25 – 28, 2026 · 1 week
↗ What parents like
- Good for first-time campers
- Introductory program
↘ Watch for
- Shorter duration
- Limited availability
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp IHC - Dream Week
- What ages does Camp IHC - Dream Week accept?
- Camp IHC - Dream Week 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 IHC - Dream Week cost?
- Camp IHC - Dream Week doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Contact camp for pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Camp IHC - Dream Week's hours?
- Camp IHC - Dream Week runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Camp IHC - Dream Week accredited?
- Yes — Camp IHC - Dream Week 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 IHC - Dream Week?
- Camp IHC - Dream Week is operated by a private business, 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 IHC - Dream Week provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp IHC - Dream Week 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.
- Does Camp IHC - Dream Week offer transportation?
- Camp IHC - Dream Week provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp IHC - Dream Week with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp IHC - Dream Week.
- Camp Equinunk · Camp Equinunk · Ages 7–16 · $2,285/week
- Camp IHC · Poconos · Ages 7–16 · $2,511/week