My 2 daughters have both attended since before COVID…read more Oldest is now a counselor, and youngest with a couple more years. Traditional summer camp, swimming, arts/crafts, LOTS of singing. Very welcoming, staff is great. Love it!

For ninety years, boys (and for the past thirty years girls, too,) have flocked each summer to Camp…read moreRobin Hood on the shores of Broad Bay, to make new friends in the cabins, to challenge themselves on the fields, to step out of their comfort zone on the stage, and to form bonds that last a lifetime, and in some cases generations. I'm proud to say my family has been part of the Camp Robin Hood family for more than 40 of those years! My brother attended camp when it was all boys - and then in 1987 when girls were added, I was one of the first girl campers (at the time, there were less than 20 of us). I spent 15 summers as a camper, counselor, Group Leader and Waterfront Director. Now the girls and boys camps are equal in size (around 400 total campers) and my oldest daughter will be starting her 4th summer while my twins will be going for the first time. Many traditions are still the same (color war, count-offs, 16 laps, hiking Mount Washington, etc.) while facilities have been updated (new dining hall, several new cabins - others have been renovated, new lodge, updated office, and more) and more activities have been added (Ga-Ga, 9 square and more). I am grateful that my children will get to spend 7 weeks together, away from the hustle and bustle of their school lives with NO SCREENS, enjoying all the White Mountains have to offer. For me, one of the most exciting parts has been watching the never-ending cycle of camp friendships continue, campers often continue through the ranks as counselors in order to "give back" similar memories and experiences to the future generations of the camp. Additionally, the mid-western feel to the camp is a nice change from the fast-past New England world where we live. As a camper, I looked up to the counselors and even the Directors. The Directors today are former campers from the 1970's themselves, and former "camp parents" as well. They have brought Robin Hood traditions forward while continuing to enhance what they offer in the 21st century. And they understand the responsibility they are entrusted with each summer, caring for our children. As a parent, I have found the communication from the Administration both helpful (in preparing for camp and for my children's return after camp) and comforting, when I just want to know my kids are having fun and adjusting to life away from their parents. We have a few sayings at Robin Hood, like "live 10 for 2"(live 10 months of the school year for the 2 months of summer) and there's "magic in the trees". There's nothing quite like the sunset over Lake Ossipee or like camp friends that remain friends for life. There's nothing quite like Camp Robin Hood. I know my family is looking forward to being a part of Robin Hood for at least 90 more years...

When I went to this camp (about 20 years ago), I was 7 years of age. It was one of the most…read moretraumatic experiences of my life. Truly. They had an old ghost story that went like this: Years and years ago the youngest camper went for a swim in the lake at night and drowned. He was a local kid and his mother went crazy. Her name was Annie. To this day, every July 4th, Crazy Annie comes out of the woods and takes and kills the youngest camper in retribution for the unfair drowning of her son years ago. As I was that youngest camper, Crazy Annie was coming for me! It was brought up at many a camp fire and none of the campers or counselors told me it wasn't a real story. Remember, I had JUST turned 7 less than a month earlier. Already scared of the dark, I was petrified my entire time there. The night of July 4th, Counselors in training (CIT's) positioned themselves on top of my cabin, under it, in the nearby woods and elsewhere awaiting my arrival back to my cabin. As I walked up the hill to my cabin, counselors and campers wished me farewell and good luck. I was frozen with fear. As the CITs spent hours screeching my name from outside, I can't tell you the horror I felt. I was too afraid to leave the cabin to go to the bathroom! My counselor dragged me out yelling anyway! Other cabins laughed and locked their doors in case I tried to run for shelter and help. That coming weekend was parents' visiting day. When my mother arrived I had no clean clothes and a temperature of 103 degrees Fahrenheit . I would categorize this as child abuse and gross negligence. Be very careful to ensure this camp has changed enormously before sending your child there. Horrific.

No, we didn't go to Camp Cody for Sleep Away Summer Camp in October, but we DID go to Camp Cody as…read morea very cool destination for a wedding! We stayed overnight in one of their camper accommodations, walked the grounds to see the archery, tennis, basketball, soccer, and hockey venues, and stood in awe at the magnificence of Lake Ossipee. The grounds are gorgeous, and we loved the different camp features that served as wedding venues- the big dining hall for meals, the wedding ceremony on the beach, the cocktail hour on the waterfront lawn, and the gala reception in the rec hall. Our overnight accommodations were neat and clean, and we really enjoyed the Camp Cody experience, as short as it was.

From the owner: Camp Cody is a premier New England summer camp with 2 and 4 week sessions for boys and girls, with…read morea camping heritage that goes back to 1926. At our spectacular location on beautiful Lake Ossipee amidst the White Mountains of New Hampshire, campers develop independence, build self-confidence, make friends and have great experiences, rich in fun, friendship, learning and adventure.

i'd highly recommend this spot! great paths that are marked creatively & well. great variety in…read morescenery. really nice woman working inside. also has bathrooms and wifi. options to choose longer or shorter paths too.

I love walking the trails at Tin Mountain Conservation Center!…read moreThey have a beautiful Nature Learning Center where they have weekly Nature programs offered to the public. They also teach environmental education in the local schools. Very cool non-profit, worth visiting for sure!

I wanted to like Camp Huckins because my daughter enjoyed attending for 3 consecutive years and…read morebecause it's located nearby. But I can't because: 1) The nurse had no idea that health insurance cards are protected health information (PHI) by law (HIPAA). 2) I hand-delivered 2 letters for my daughter in summer 2024. One got to her; the 2nd did not. This was a heartfelt father-daughter communication, so I complained. The registrat (AL) said she'd bring the matter to the director's (SM) attention that evening at dinner. I heard nothing. 3) I decided to stop sending my daughter and received an email from Huckins asking why. This time, I informed the director (SM) directly. She did not reply. Since their medical staff is poorly informed and their director doesn't care enough to even reply to parents, it seems fair to question whether one should entrust their child to those people. Finally, I should note that the registrar (AL) is an excellent communicator who responds quickly and fairly. She geniuinely seems to care.

The best, by far. I could not ask for a better place for my child.read more

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.

"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.

As a recent camper here in 2022, I loved my experience as a camper. The staff and campers were…read morewelcoming and open to my ideas, and I really like the band experience. 11/10, hope I can come back next year!

I spent many many summers here as a teenage camper and many more as a counselor...I even met the…read moreman who would become my husband here! The camp itself is beautiful, set over an idyllic maine lake with two beaches - one for swimming and another for watersports like wakeboarding and waterskiing. It's surrounded by pine which makes for a scent that constantly reminds you of where you are and how lucky you are to be there. The programs are amazing and there is really something for everyone. From water sports to theatre to fine arts to cooking to land sports and even a high ropes course, everyone can find something to love and excel in here. But what makes this place the most amazing is that it attracts campers and staff from all over the world, resulting in a group of people who might never meet spending the summer together - bonding over lip syncs, campfires, ice cream sundaes and lobsters. You never forget the people you meet here, or the time that's spent here because it is a saturated experience. You are free to emote, to live, to thrive in a way that is different from being "home." You can be you without the pretense of who people think you are. If you are able, you should consider sending your teenager here. They will be forever changed for the better (and have a couch to sleep on in every country during their future semesters abroad!)

My daughter has been going there for a few years already. She is going in as team leader next year…read more She's very excited. Gives her that opportunity to do outdoorsy things, Help her experience new things, outside of the city.

Camp Walden is my version of heaven on earth. It's tucked away in the Denmark woods of Maine. And…read moreit was the first all-girls summer camp in the United States. It was first and it's had over 100 years to be the best. Which it is, so... do yourself a favor.

Camp Sentinel is home away from home for me. My grandparents came to the first family camp in 1949…read morewith my dad and 2 uncles, and when my grandkids come to camp, we will have had 5 generations connected to Camp Sentinel over the years. The nature that surrounds you is breathtaking and the stillness that you can feel brings you peace and renewal to your soul. The friendships that are made here turn into lifelong family friendships. No matter how long it's been since you have seen a camp family member, the relationship picks right back up where it was before and grows stronger. There's a bond like no other when you come to Camp Sentinel and all you have to do to be a part of it, just reach out and say hello.

From the owner: Camp Sentinel is located in the foothills of the Ossipee Mountain range in Center Tuftonboro, New…read moreHampshire. Established in 1949, Sentinel offers fun, quality Christian overnight and day camp for youth, adults, and families. Sentinel hosts year-round rustic retreats for groups up to 200 guests (55 in the winter). Visit us at campsentinel.org