Camp Atwater
4.7
|
20 Shore Rd, North Brookfield, MA 01535
Your child will experience a unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. They will be part of a supportive community, learning history and building self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. Dedicated staff, a beautiful setting, and lifelong friendships await. It's a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Your child will experience a unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. They will be part of a supportive community, learning history and building self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. Dedicated staff, a beautiful setting, and lifelong friendships await. It's a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Your child will experience a unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. They will be part of a supportive community, learning history and building self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. Dedicated staff, a beautiful setting, and lifelong friendships await. It's a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
About Camp Atwater
About Camp Atwater
**Empowering youth, celebrating heritage, building leaders**
Philosophy: Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Philosophy: Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Philosophy: Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Ages:
8
-
15
years old
Pricing:
$228.57
/day
$1,600
/week
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp sessions & schedule
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Boys & girls aged 8-15•Mon–Sun from 0•25/day & 100/week
Summer 2025 Sessions:
• Boys: July 6-19
• Girls: July 27-Aug 9
Session Fee: $3,200 (2 weeks)
Registration Fee: $175 (non-refundable)
Additional Fees: $125/session (hut photo, field trips)
Discounts:
• Premium (20% off, code PREM25, by 2/28/25)
• Early Bird (code EARLY25, by 3/31/25)
• Spring (code SPRING25, by 5/31/25)
• Referral (20-30% off for referrals)
• Sibling (10% off for additional children)
No daily/holiday camps. No extended hours. All discounts have deadlines-register early for best rates!
Summer 2025 Sessions:
• Boys: July 6-19
• Girls: July 27-Aug 9
Session Fee: $3,200 (2 weeks)
Registration Fee: $175 (non-refundable)
Additional Fees: $125/session (hut photo, field trips)
Discounts:
• Premium (20% off, code PREM25, by 2/28/25)
• Early Bird (code EARLY25, by 3/31/25)
• Spring (code SPRING25, by 5/31/25)
• Referral (20-30% off for referrals)
• Sibling (10% off for additional children)
No daily/holiday camps. No extended hours. All discounts have deadlines-register early for best rates!
Summer 2025 Sessions:
• Boys: July 6-19
• Girls: July 27-Aug 9
Session Fee: $3,200 (2 weeks)
Registration Fee: $175 (non-refundable)
Additional Fees: $125/session (hut photo, field trips)
Discounts:
• Premium (20% off, code PREM25, by 2/28/25)
• Early Bird (code EARLY25, by 3/31/25)
• Spring (code SPRING25, by 5/31/25)
• Referral (20-30% off for referrals)
• Sibling (10% off for additional children)
No daily/holiday camps. No extended hours. All discounts have deadlines-register early for best rates!
Activities & amenities
Activities & amenities
Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:
Swimming
Black History
Basketball
Tennis
Soccer
Archery
Boating
Canoeing
Dance
Music
Arts & Crafts
Golf
Lacrosse
Flag Football
Sports & Fitness
Ping Pong
Pickleball
Volleyball
Badminton
Hiking
Fishing
Performing Arts
Step
Storytelling
Digital Arts
Choral Singing
Ceramics
Fencing
Field Trips
Leadership Development
Cultural Enrichment
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Birthdays:
*No birthday party hosting available*
What people are saying
4.7
My child loved the activities and caring staff!
Location
20 Shore Rd, North Brookfield, MA 01535
Additional info
Additional info
Camp Atwater is the oldest African American-owned residential camp in the U.S., founded in 1921. The camp sits on 75 scenic acres by Lake Lashaway with a 3-acre island. Transportation from select cities is available for a fee. Staff-to-camper ratio is excellent, and visiting days are scheduled for families.
Camp Atwater is the oldest African American-owned residential camp in the U.S., founded in 1921. The camp sits on 75 scenic acres by Lake Lashaway with a 3-acre island. Transportation from select cities is available for a fee. Staff-to-camper ratio is excellent, and visiting days are scheduled for families.
Camp Atwater is the oldest African American-owned residential camp in the U.S., founded in 1921. The camp sits on 75 scenic acres by Lake Lashaway with a 3-acre island. Transportation from select cities is available for a fee. Staff-to-camper ratio is excellent, and visiting days are scheduled for families.
Health & safety
Health & safety
Affiliations: ACA, ADA, Urban League of Springfield, National Historic Landmark
Special needs
Special needs
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
Camp Atwater offers a truly unique blend of cultural pride, leadership, and fun. Your child will be part of a supportive community, learning Black history and self-confidence while enjoying classic camp adventures. The staff is dedicated, the setting is beautiful, and the friendships are lifelong. If you want your child to grow, connect, and be inspired, this camp is a wonderful choice for families seeking more than just summer fun.
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