Camp Mataponi

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Nestled in a cove on Sebago Lake in Naples, Maine, Camp Mataponi is an all-girls sleep-away camp that hosts 330 girls each summer. The program has a strong foundation in field sports, the arts, tennis, waterfront sports, and adventure/confidence course activities. In addition, the camp just added a 10 barn stable to enhance riding instruction. Camp Mataponi features a single seven week session and boasts an industry-leading 94% camper return rate.

Camp Mataponi has an exceptional staff led by hands-on directors who interact with campers from sunrise to “lights out.” You can expect to see directors Dan and Marcy Isdaner out cheering on the camp soccer team, climbing on the ropes course, and swimming with campers in the lake. This dedicated approach ensures every camper a safe, fun environment to perfect current skills and try new things.

Program Description

The Camp Mataponi program varies by camper age with approximately 50 campers in each age group. The daily schedules of younger campers include core activities and one or two electives. Older campers may select from two or three electives each day. Electives are selected for a three week period, giving campers the opportunity to perfect their skills and abilities.

Each age group is lead by a Division Leader who acts as an immediate supervisor and mentor to both campers and counselors. The minimum staff age is 18 and all Junior Counselors must have prior Mataponi camp experience.

Staff Overview

Camp Mataponi’s directors go across the world (literally) to assemble the best possible staff. Mataponi’s directors personally interview each candidate face-to-face regardless of where they’re located in the world – a practice that ensures the best possible experience for each camper.

A six day mandatory staff orientation is hosted for all staff members prior to the campers' arrival. All waterfront staff members are American Red Cross certified.

Setting & Accommodations

Located on 1 mile of lakefront in Naples, Maine, Camp Mataponi surrounded by a beautiful region categorized by a sprawling landscape of lakes and evergreen forests. The camp is located just a short drive from New Hampshire’s White Mountains and is about 2.5 hours north of Boston.

Campers are housed in modern cabins that are equipped with electricity, enclosed showers, toilets, and sinks. Each cabin overlooks the waterfront and is home to 7-9 campers and 3 counselors. Each camper has her own bed, closet, and cubby space to store personal belongings.

Food at Camp Mataponi is served buffet and family style and is prepared by Aramark Food Service. Campers sit with their bunkmates and enjoy a varied, kid-friendly menu. Vegetarian substitutes, fruit, and a salad bar are always available as meal alternatives.

Safety Standards

Camp Mataponi features a 24-hour modern health center building with a doctor in residence and four full time registered nurses. The camp’s air conditioned medical facility includes eight private overnight beds and six day beds. In the event of a more serious illness or injury, a fully-equipped hospital is less than ten minutes from camp.

Camp Mataponi is accredited by the American Camp Association and meets more than 300 safety standards set forth by the organization. The camp is also a member of the Maine Youth Camping Association and American Independent Camp Association.