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Massachusetts Backpacking Camps
Teaching Kids About Nature's Beauty and Outdoor Survival
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Massachusetts parents know that your child will discover so much about themselves, while exploring the wilderness with Massachusetts Backpacking Camps, where safety is always the #1 priority. Massachusetts Backpacking Camps will instill in your child the knowledge necessary to survive in not only a wilderness setting, but also their daily life.
With growing environmental concerns, it is crucial to get them interested in outdoor activities such as Backpacking. Massachusetts Backpacking Camps will help your child build confidence and self-esteem while gaining an appreciation of the great outdoors.
Backpacking camps throughout the country and especially in Massachusetts specialize in providing your children with an adventurous, fun-filled, and life changing experiences in the realm of Backpacking.
The following are some highly recommended Backpacking programs servicing Massachusetts. These programs have passed 300 stringent standards and thus are accredited by the World Camp Association and the American Camping Association:
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Backpacking Camps in the Massachusetts Region are:
Bement Camp & Conference Ctr Charlton,MA http://www.bementcenter.com 508-248-7811
Christian emphasis, nondenominational, campers thrive in noncompetitive, caring atmosphere. Ropes & Challenge facilities
Broadmoor Natural History Day South Natick,MA 508-655-2296
Mass Audobon camps provide safe, fun, social and educational days in natural settings. Visit the web for more information.www.massaudobon.org
Camp Greylock Becket,MA http://www.campgreylock.com 212-582-1042
Traditional values, advanced instruction in individual and team sports. Excellent water front, nature & hiking programs.
Camp Massasoit Springfield,MA http://www.spfldcol.edu 413-750-5011
Focus on noncompetitive outdoor recreation and environmental awareness activities in a safe supportive environment.
Camp Nawaka East Otis,MA http://www.campfireusa-emass.org 617-591-0300
Camp Nawaka is a small resident camp in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts serving a diverse population of children in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Camp Romaca Hinsdale,MA http://www.romaca.com 888-976-6222
Amidst Berkshire culture. Outstanding staff & program. Emphasis on swim, tennis & drama. Positive, loving & traditional.
Camp Thoreau Day Camp Concord,MA http://www.campthoreau.com 978-369-4095
Noncompet.outdoor emphasis w/small groups.We are based in character development&provide a warm,friendly atmosphere.CIT program,electives,trip/travel.redcross sw
Chickatawbut Hill Summer Natur Milton,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 617-333-0690
Specialized nature day camp. Learn through nature games, crafts and hikes.
Elliott P. Joslin Camps Charlton,MA http://www.campjoslin.org 617-226-5760
Camp emphasizing recreation, FUN, education, leadership for children with diabetes.
Lapham Ashby,MA http://www.crossroads4kids.org 781-834-2700
Small, family-like community which builds self-concept & self awareness in a peaceful camp setting.
Lenox Lee,MA http://www.camplenox.com 413-243-2223
Top level instruction in all team & indiv sports. Camp spirit, warmth - full aquatics on Mt Lake. Emphasis on values & community.
Mah-Kee-Nac Lenox,MA http://www.campmkn.com 800-753-9118
Traditional boys camp with a strong sports program and exceptional all around camp activities. Est 1929
OVERLAND Williamstown,MA http://www.overlandsummers.com 413-458-9672
Overland offers hiking, biking, community service & language study to boys & girls ages 12-18 in New England, the West, Alaska, Hawaii, Costa Rica & Europe.
Ramah In New England Palmer,MA http://www.campramahne.org 718-449-7090
Jewish educational camp in a fun setting. Conservative movement.
The Barton Center N Oxford,MA http://www.bartoncenter.org 508-987-2056
Year round programs, resident summer camp, day camp, & adventure camp that encourages children/families to live well with diabetes.
Wachusett Meadow Day Camp Lincoln,MA http://www.massaudubon.org 781-259-2180
High quality nature camp. 1200 acres to explore, and have fun with. Meet frogs, learn, catch insections, explore habitats, play games.
Winadu Pittsfield,MA http://www.campwinadu.com 413-447-8900
Windau is unique because we combine a professional, instructional sports program in a warm caring and nurturing environment.
Wind in the Pines Plymouth,MA http://www.gscsm.org 508-923-0800
Girl Scouts builds girls of confidence, courage, and character who make the world a better place.
Winnekeag Ashburnham,MA http://www.campwinnekeag.com 978-365-4551
Lake setting with Christian emphasis. A noncompetitive, caring atmosphere with opportunities to learn new skills.
YMCA Camp Hi-Rock Mount Washington,MA http://www.camphirock.com 413-528-1227
Exceptionally supportive staff. Traditional prog. Adventure course, state-of-the-art. Waterskiing. On Appalachian Trail.
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