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Massachusetts Traditional Summer Camps for Kids & Teens
Massachusetts traditional summer camps introduce kids and teens to a variety of different sports, arts, enrichment, and special events activities in a safe, friendly, and inviting atmosphere. Whether it's creating friendship bracelets at arts and crafts, shooting a bull's-eye at archery, or waterskiing on a private lake, campers can do it all at Maine traditional summer camps. Maine summer camps are staffed by teachers, educators, and coaches who provide quality instruction and supervision as campers travel to various activities.
There are many subtle differences that distinguish Massachusetts traditional summer camps from each other. Some camps allow campers to choose their own schedule (these camps are called "free choice" programs), while others offer a structured program preselected by the camp. Some Massachusetts traditional camps offer religious programs, while others are nondenominational. When it comes to competition, some camps are strictly non-competitive, while others encourage healthy competition to help campers improve. Regardless of the program that families choose, traditional summer camps help boys, girls, and teens make friends, build confidence, and enjoy an incredible summer experience in the great outdoors!
Ages, Tuition, and Session Length at Massachusetts Traditional Summer Camps
Overnight traditional summer camps in Massachusetts typically accommodate campers between the ages of 7 and 17 (elementary, middle, and high school students in grades 3 through 12). Most programs group campers by age and grade to maximize learning and social opportunities.
Most Massachusetts traditional sleep-away camps run 1 week, 2 week, 3 week, 4 week, and 7 week sessions. The cost of Massachusetts traditional summer camps can vary considerably by instructors, location, facilities, and affiliations, but most programs fall between $400 and $1,500 per week.
Choosing the Best Massachusetts Traditional Summer Camp
There are many important questions your family should consider when choosing a Massachusetts traditional summer camp. Does the program offer a variety of activities, or do they concentrate on just a few specialties? Does the camp encourage competition, and if so, at what level? Do campers choose their own schedule, or does the camp provide one for them? What is the average age of the staff? What is the camp's staff and camper annual return rate? What values does the camp look to instill by the end of the summer? Knowing which program elements will suite your children best is essential to choosing a great Massachusetts traditional summer camp.
To help match families with the perfect Massachusetts traditional summer camp, Choice Camps offers free placement advice - just call our office at 617-264-0939 and we'll recommend great programs that should be a good fit for your boy, girl, or teen!
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Recommended Massachusetts Traditional Summer Camps
Camp Mah-Kee-Nac - Lenox, MA
- Camp Type: Sports
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 6-16
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,367
Camp Mah-Kee-Nac is divided into three separate camps: Junior Camp (boys finishing 1st through 4th grade), Lower Senior Camp (campers finishing 5th and 6th grades), and Upper Senior Camp, (boys comple... Read More

Camp Avoda - Middleboro, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 7-15
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,239
Camp Avoda is known for balanced program offerings with many opportunities for both learning and fun. Campers enjoy water sports, crafts, and athletics. With a small camp size, campers can expect to... Read More

Camp Wingate Kirkland - Yarmouth Post, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 7-16
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,279
Camp Wingate Kirkland features a daily choice program where campers choose four activities each day. Counselors work with the campers to select a great schedule and offer feedback in weekly one-on-on... Read More

Camp Danbee - Hinsdale, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 6-15
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,294
Each camper at Danbee has choice in their daily schedule. Younger girls (finishing 1st through 4th grade) have a limited amount of choice, as they are encouraged to take advantage of everything the c... Read More

Camp Emerson - Hinsdale, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 8-15
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,324
Camp Emerson is a free-choice program for campers. Every two weeks, campers can choose their five favorite activities from a list of more than 50 options. In addition to the five daily free-choice a... Read More

Camp Winadu - Pittsfield, MA
- Camp Type: Sports
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 6-16
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,327
The program at Winadu is both balanced and varied in a way that gives every child the opportunity to pursue his personal interests. In addition to required group activities, all campers sign up for "s... Read More

Cape Cod Sea Camps - Brewster, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty:
- Camper Ages: 8-13
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,374
CCSC general programs are available for 3 1/2 or 7 week sessions. They do offer a special 10 day Campers A-Way program for young 1st time campers. Another special program is our Junior Counselor Tr... Read More

Camp Bauercrest - Amesbury, MA
- Camp Type: Traditional
- Camp Specialty: General Sports
- Camper Ages: 7-17
- Average Weekly Tuition: $1,230
The Camp Bauercrest program centers around three general activities: sports, waterfront, and arts. The program features an even balance of free choice and assigned activity periods. Campers typicall... Read More


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