Camp Akeela - Family Camp
Akeela Family Camp is a one-week camp in mid-August for the entire family!
▌ Editor's read The Camp Akeela website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate summer camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA's Find A Camp directory. The camp was founded in 2007 by Debbie and Michael Gordon, indicating over 15 years of operation. Camp Akeela is an overnight camp specifically designed for children with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders and Asperger's Syndrome, offering a specialized program. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:2 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for Camp Akeela show an average rating of 4.9 stars from 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the camp's supportive environment and positive impact on their children's social skills. The camp maintains an active presence on Instagram (@campakeela) and Facebook (campakeela).
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192007+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 9–17
Camp Akeela - Family Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
- 19 (2007 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 9–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: One Thoreau Way, Thetford Center, VT 05075, USA
- Phone: (802) 333-4843
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: USD. $4250 for a private cabin, including all food and activities for the first 4 campers. Cabins can accommodate up to 10 people. All-inclusive price for each additional guest (beyond 4) is $750.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (1 one-week), from Aug 13 to Aug 18.
Sessions
Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.
- Session 1 Aug 13 – 18, 2026 · 1 week · $4,250
↗ What parents like
- Entire family can attend
- Private cabin accommodation
↘ Watch for
- Very high cost per week
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Akeela - Family Camp
- What ages does Camp Akeela - Family Camp accept?
- Camp Akeela - Family Camp is open to children ages 9–17. 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 Akeela - Family Camp cost?
- Camp Akeela - Family Camp publishes $4,250/week for the standard session. USD. $4250 for a private cabin, including all food and activities for the first 4 campers. Cabins can accommodate up to 10 people. All-inclusive price for each additional guest (beyond 4) is $750. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Akeela - Family Camp's hours?
- Camp Akeela - Family Camp 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 Akeela - Family Camp accredited?
- Yes — Camp Akeela - Family Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 2007 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 Akeela - Family Camp?
- Camp Akeela - Family Camp is operated by a private business, with 2007 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 Akeela - Family Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Akeela - Family Camp 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
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