Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $2,225/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session

Minocqua, WI · $2,225/week · ★ 4.9 (33 reviews)

Camp Kawaga is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Minocqua, Wisconsin, focusing on character...

▌ Editor's read Camp Kawaga's website loads successfully, presenting a traditional overnight camp for boys in Minocqua, Wisconsin. The camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. Wisconsin's Department of Children and Families lists Camp Kawaga with license number 2000000001. The camp has a rich history, founded in 1915 by Fred Donaldson, and has been operating for over a century. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and that they maintain a low staff-to-camper ratio, although a specific numerical ratio is not published. Google reviews for Camp Kawaga show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 50 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their sons' development and the strong sense of community. The camp's program focuses on sports, waterfront activities, and character building. Social media handles include @campkawaga on Instagram and 'campkawaga' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1111915+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-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
111 (1915 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 10000 Kawaga Road, Minocqua, WI 54548
  • Phone: (715) 356-6262
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $8,900 for 4 weeks (2nd 4-week session)

Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 12 to Aug 6.

Sessions ⛓

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

  • Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 6, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,900

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on character development
  • Wide range of activities
  • Long-standing tradition

↘ Watch for

  • High cost
  • Uniform required

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session

What ages does Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session accept?
Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-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 Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session cost?
Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session publishes $2,225/week for the standard session. $8,900 for 4 weeks (2nd 4-week session) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session's hours?
Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session 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 Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session accredited?
Yes — Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1915 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 Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session?
Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session is operated by a private business, with 1915 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 Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session provide lunch?
Yes — Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session 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 Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Minocqua?
Camp Kawaga - 2nd 4-Week Session is one of 13 overnight/sleepaway camps in Minocqua 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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