I grew up going to Wanakee as a camper and worked there for a couple years. It honestly is one of…read moremy favorite places in the world- everyone is so kind and accepting and loving!! A really wonderful place to spend your summer!

From the owner: Wanakee is a summer camp and retreat center serving New Hampshire and beyond. We provide seven…read moreweeks of summer camp programming for children, youth, and adults, as well as events year-round. Wanakee's focus is on building and nurturing strong communities of radical acceptance, where campers of all ages can grow personally, socially, and spiritually. We are owned by the United Methodist Church.

Worked here, woke up at 7 AM; curfew was at 9 but never got to sleep until 10PM and had to stay in…read moreif I was on duty watching kids. Not a bad lake and amenities, food was alright but was working during meals. From the 2 sessions I signed up for (2 months give or take) only got assigned 5 nights and 5 full days off. Promised that if we were on duty we would have help (2 people on duty at any time), but their coverage was lacking resulting in one staff member having to watch 8 kids at a time. First time at a summer camp job, but I can't believe how low the bar was when it came to health and first aid. Kids were puking and vomiting, getting rashes, and getting sick. Their response was giving them a puke bag, brushing it off, and/or giving them a break at the health center for a day and then sending them back right out. The nurses on-site slapped band aids and gave lollipops while real practitioners that came by every now and then just confirmed you weren't "that sick". I was horribly sick. I caught it from one of my kids and only given ibuprofen and 2 days at the health center. No tests for Covid or the flu and I probably had one or the other (maybe both how would I know). Had a horrible fever but my 100.3 degree internal temperature was just under their 100.4 degree mark to stay in bed and so I was sent back to work. Tried wearing a mask but I was discouraged for whatever reason? I suppose they would rather let me spread the actual disease rather than let me spread hysteria among the staff and kids. Staff checked up on me every now and then showing surface-level concern but once I announced that I had to leave early because I felt horribly sick they stopped asking and they were also evidently pissed off. Was promised 2800 for staying for the two full sessions but after only one session was given 850 (400 of which was my travel stipend to cover the flight to the camp). If I had been given the right amount of care and medicine I would actually still be there by now. I cared about my kids and I appreciated the environment but all of this was to more or less say that after checking in to an urgent care yesterday I can confirm that I have pneumonia. Do not work here if you can get sick, prefer not to work while being horribly ill, have any sense and perception of others' health and well-being, and if you want to get paid well for your time, effort, blood, sweat, and tears.

There's nothing quite like a summer at Camp Mowglis (pronounced mow= rhymes with now, glis = like…read morethe TV show Glee). Boys age 7-15 step into a golden age at this overnight camp on the shores of one of the cleanest lakes in the world. Mowglis focuses on building confidence, independence and strength. There are no electronics, but lots of music, games, classic traditions, weekly hikes in the White Mountains, canoe trips... If it's a match for your child, a Mowglis summer could be more powerful & memorable than his college experience... well worth the investment, at a crucial stage of life. Visitor weekends provide time for the whole family to connect. My son is the third generation in our family to attend this beloved camp.

Mowglis is the best! After 5 summers there I believe there is nothing better for my Son. He…read morereally gained an appreciation for the outdoors. They also call this camp "The School of The Open"...check it out. There is a reason it is over 100 years old...STANDARDS...STANDARDS...STANDARDS.

Kenwood & Evergreen has truly been our daughter's "home away from home" for the past two…read moresummers--and she's already counting down the days until she returns. The counselors are exceptionally well-trained, receiving a full week of preparation focused on safety, team-building, and camper connection before the kids even arrive. From counselors to campers to parents, everyone is welcomed like family. The camp places a strong emphasis on inclusion and encourages kids to step out of their comfort zones, try new things, and take pride in their accomplishments. We were initially nervous sending our daughter away for three weeks that first summer, but on her first phone call home, she BEGGED to stay the full six weeks. Camp has structure, but it's structure inside a framework that's different from home or school. At K&E, the kids have a safe space to grow in ways we didn't even realize were possible. Our daughter is creating lifelong friendships, learning the importance of teamwork, & having an absolute blast in the process--and for us, that's absolutely priceless.

Always a fun summer at K&E kids who attend have great challenges everyday and learning new…read moreactivities some out of the wheel house of things they have been doing at home and school, music, sports, Arts even Drama. Making new friends and learning from counselors and campers that come from all over the United States and other countries also.

I cant say enough great things about this camp. Im so grateful that my kids get to go every summer…read morefor a few weeks. They come home tired, but happy and eager to go back the following day. Erika and Steve and the staff are all amazing and i know that my kids are in great hands when i drop them off.

This is a great camp for kids to just be kids all summer. Swimming, arts and crafts, games, you…read morename it - it's what kids were meant to be doing outside all day in the summer. My son loves it there and looks forward to every week he goes. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

Staying at the nearby Summit Resort decided to take the Summit Connector trail to blue trail then…read moreto yellow trail and back to the connector. This is about 2.5 miles total with some areas that are relatively flat and easy and some moderate uphill pieces.

Took our kids to the natural playscape today and it's just a dream. Lovely and wonderfilled…read more Perfect way to spend an afternoon.

"It's in your soul." That's the slogan for anyone who's spent a summer at this sleep-away camp on…read moreLake Winnepesaukee in New Hampshire. Over 100 years operating as a boys sleep-away sports camp on Lake Winnepesaukee surrounded by the White Mountains, it has some of the best views in the country. A great summer adventure for any kid looking to experience a unique summer sports adventure; campers are exposed to a variety of sports and mentored by an international staff comprised of mainly sport-specific counselors, the campers will experience a summer like no other!

Camp Winaukee is a special place for boys and young men to spend their summer. It's a place that…read moreprovides a rare opportunity of experiences for kids to grow, learn, and have a blast in a safe environment, while they develop meaningful relationships and life long friends. The campus, on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, is absolutely majestic. Yes, there are some bugs...but that's merely an insignificant part of being out in nature and such a beautifully isolated place! Another truly unique feature of Winaukee is that their camp is divided into a Mainland (for younger campers) and an Island (for teenage boys): this allows for two different, age-appropriate cultures that really can't be found at any other camp. Winaukee is a sports camp - pretty much anything you want to play, they have it, along with skilled coaches and periods throughout the day to train and improve, and a waterfront with all the lake activities you could ask for. The training can be as intense or as recreational as you want, it really just depends on how serious you want to be. Beyond sports, there are so many additional events and activities that give the Camp its true spirit: camp fires, community rallies, inter/outer camp competitions, amazing off campus trips to places like Boston and even Canada, and many other traditions that can only be understood if you've been lucky enough to be a part of them. Unfortunately, any place is going to have occasional unpleasant experiences; however, for about 98% of the kids, they leave in tears at the end of the summer because they aren't ready to go home.

I cannot say enough lovely things about Sue and the program she runs. She is kind and compassionate…read morebut firm in her instruction. My daughters have flourished under her tutelage. She teaches personal responsibility, and the girls know that hard work is rewarding. The facilities are stunning and well kept. I cannot imagine a kinder or better riding instructor than Sue. My girls have become stronger and wake up each day excited to go to the barn and learn from Sue and her gorgeous horses.

This place is amazing! The barn is beautiful, horses are well trained and cared for, the trails are…read morelovely. I thoroughly enjoyed riding with Sue. I first went there for a trail ride and went back for a lesson. I am an experienced rider and felt really good about my lesson. I will be returning for more lessons.

If you have a daughter and you want to offer the gift of a lifetime, send her to Camp Tapawingo…read more The camp instill values that will last a lifetime and friendships that will endure the test of time. I am a former camper and just returned from a reunion with my camp friends. The love, spirit, tradition, and commitment to each camper is alive and well after 100 years. Tap Girls forever!!!

I went to Camp Tapawingo for 8 wonderful summers in the 80s and early 90s and now I am super…read moreexcited to send my stepdaughter to experience the joy that is Tapawingo. Tapawingo is a supportive, close knit environment that ensures that everyone has fun and is included. There are no cliques, every single camper and counselor care about one another and the bonds that are formed last a lifetime. Plus, Maine is a beautiful place to spend a summer and enjoy nature.

Love it. Nothing short of amazing. Clean restrooms, gym, and waiting areas. (Including chairs,…read morecoffee maker, ect...) only have seen My kids come home smiling!

Nice and clean with good, windowed spectator areas. Clean restrooms upstairs and downstairs…read more Friendly and helpful new owners and staff willing to create new programs and open to ideas when people express a desire for new programs. Comfortable and open. Easy parking.