‘camp’ camp 2018: august 19-26
our amazingly fabulous 22nd season: $1675
‘Camp’ Camp traditionally takes place the last week of August each year. In 2018 – our 22nd season – we’ll be gathering in southwestern Maine beginning on Sunday, August 19 for one incredibly fun week. Campers & Staff all depart on Sunday, August 26 which is strictly a departure day. Our all-inclusive Registration Fees cover all your activities, meals, and accommodations for the week, as well as complimentary round-trip transportation to Camp from Portland International Jetport or Portland bus or train stations.
If you have questions or want to talk more about whether ‘Camp’ Camp is the right vacation for you, please call or . If you are a member of Facebook, you might want to visit our Facebook page and post any questions or concerns you have there. Many veteran Campers are active on the page and will be happy to address your concerns or answer your questions themselves.
one best-time-ever week for one all-inclusive price
Your Registration Fees of $1675* include everything you will need for a great summer camp experience.
What’s Included
- Accommodations in communal cabins that sleep 5-20 men or women (one gender-neutral/co-ed cabin also available)
- All meals & snacks
- Activities & Evening Social Events
- Beer & wine during select Evening Social Events
- Round-trip transportation to Camp from Portland, Maine airport, train, or bus station
- On-site parking
- 200+ new friends
What’s Not Included
- Transportation to/from Portland, Maine
- Premium services such as massages, Reiki, etc. (when offered)
- Camp Store purchases
- Supplemental fees ($10-$35) applicable to a few select activities such as Jewelry classes and Sightseeing trips (when offered)
- Beer & wine at the Best Time Wine Bar (available select evenings from 10:30pm-12:30am)
Other than transportation costs to Maine, all additional fees can be charged to your credit card through our Cashless ‘Camp’ Camp program. Details on how to enroll in Cashless ‘Camp’ Camp are distributed via e-mail in early August to all registered Campers & Staff as part of our ‘Camp’ Camp Information Packet.
* All fees include a 9% Maine Use & Lodging tax.
flexible fee schedule available
If our regular Registration Fees are out of your budget, please consider applying for a position on our staff. About half the people who attend Camp each year do so as part of our Staff and pay reduced fees in exchange for working at Camp. Depending on the position and the hours required, you can attend Camp for as little as $325. With over 75% of both our Campers and Staff returning year after year, it’s obvious that everyone who comes to Camp has the best time ever! Visit our Staff page for complete details on our Staff program, including the fee schedule and a list of available positions.
easy online registration & payment plans
Registering for ‘Camp’ Camp is easy! A $500 deposit is required to reserve a space for you at Camp with the balance of your fees due by July 15, or you can submit payment-in-full with your registration. Monthly payment plans are also available. Our “register!” page tells you everything you need to know.
getting to camp
We happily provide complimentary round-trip transportation to Camp from Portland, Maine transportation hubs, including Portland International Jetport and the Portland Transportation Center. Parking is also available if you wish to drive to Camp. Additionally, our Transportation Manager can often assist in arranging carpools with other Campers from the New York City or Boston areas if/when available. Driving directions along with the exact address for our host camp are distributed via e-mail in early August to all registered Campers & Staff as part of our ‘Camp’ Camp Information Packet.
for further assistance and suggestions regarding transportation to Maine, including which airlines may offer the best fares into Portland, Maine.
campership fund
The ‘Camp’ Camp Campership Fund allows those with a financial need to attend Camp by assisting them with payment of their fees. Including a donation to the Campership Fund with your registration fees is greatly appreciated, as the funds go a long way in making sure Camp is affordable for all who would like to attend. (Donations to the Campership Fund are not tax-deductible at this time.)
For details on applying for a Campership for ‘Camp’ Camp, please . Please note, however, that Camperships covering 100% of your Registration Fees are not available. Camperships are awarded based on need, and all recipients are required to contribute towards their Registration Fees and/or be a part of our Staff.
…See you in August!
