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Augusta's summer camp scene perfectly captures Maine's natural splendor, with programs that make the most of the region's pristine lakes, dense forests, and rich outdoor heritage. The city and surrounding areas boast an impressive mix of traditional overnight camps like Camp Vega, which has been creating transformative experiences for girls since 1936, alongside innovative STEM programs at places like Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership.
What really sets Augusta's camps apart is their deep connection to the environment – you'll find everything from marine ecology programs on coastal islands to classic wilderness adventures at Camp KV on Maranacook Lake. With most sessions running in June and July, these camps blend traditional outdoor activities with specialized programming, creating experiences that go well beyond typical summer fun.
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The average summer camp costs $500. We found that 14 camps cost under $200, 31 camps are between $201-$400, and 9 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, STEM. Variety camps make up 57% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 8 and 15 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 1 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 27 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 87 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 14 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 202 sessions, Full-Day camps have 123 sessions, Half-Day camps have 28 sessions.
Yes! 42 camps (21% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are July, June, August. The average camp session runs for 20 days.