Camp Mondamin for boys
Rating and highlights
- Over 100 years of tradition
- Boys from all over US and the world
- Lots of both wilderness and in-camp activities
- Campers and staff that return year after year
Program
Accommodation & facilities
Location and contact
Nearest airport
The nearest airport to Camp Mondamin for boys is Asheville, NC. Airport pickup is available upon request. AVL (Asheville, NC) and GSP (Greenville Spartanburg, SC)
Contact
Reviews
Q&A
Deposits are refundable before February 15th for any reason. Payments are refundable before their due dates.
Counselors – head counselors – three directors
Every counselor receives training in first aid and CPR.Waterfront staff are all required to have Red Cross Lifeguard training.All trip leaders must be certified Wilderness First Responders
We do continuous training in child development and activity skills throughout the summer.
We actively recruit staff from different backgrounds and geographical areas.
We have an honor code that includes being honest and treating each other with respect.We do safety and emergency drills each summer to prepare for every situation.
Campers are not allowed to bring Internet-connected devices to camp, including cell phones, tablets, computers, and smart watches.Counselors do not use their devices in the presence of campers.
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My husband and his brother were campers and now my 2 boys are. My oldest (a 12 year old) has been a camper the last 5 years. My youngest (a 8 year old) son started last summer in the 5 day camp and will attend the 3 week camp this summer. Camp teaches them so much independence and self confidence. They have made friendships that I hope will last a lifetime! We’ve had multiple friends’ children attend as well and I love to see that they have the same feelings as our family. The staff and counselors are great role models! They truly bond with the campers. This place is magical!
Our kids love the independence, friends, and atmosphere. We enjoy the exposure to other outstanding kids and counselors. The traditions and activities in a wide array of outdoor arenas also add to the over all experience. Our kids are counting down the days until they go this year.
My 10 year old son attended a different camp the two summers prior. Camp Mondamin blew them away. The depth and diverse amount of the activities and his interest in them are a testament as to how great Mondamin is. My sister’s two sons attended and recommended. My son will be back next year and all the years to come.
As an alum and a parent of campers, I love that the kids make friends, spend so much time outdoors, learn new skills, and gain independence in a safe environment. Doesn’t hurt that they’re not on devices either.
This is our son’s 3rd summer at Mondamin and he has been eager to return since the moment he left!
He turned 10 there his first summer and will turn 11 this summer while at camp and there is no better way he would want to spend his birthdays than at Mondamin!
He enjoys all of the activities, but has become fascinated by sailing…something we do not do with him at home, at least not yet. The camp is exactly what I would picture a boys camp: rustic, lake, rope swings, animals, learning how to make a canoe, etc.
The people who run the camp are amazing, and they find awesome counselors. We very much enjoy the detailed weekly letters from his counselor updating us on what he is up to since he does not often slow down enough to write home.
He went on a 3 day climbing trip this past week. We love the independence such trips help them develop. Plus, they have to take the initiative to sign up, prepare for it, and many trips are something they work towards (for safety based on ability).
Their location is amazing for access to all things outdoors and their weather is much milder than lower elevations and southern regions. We are fairly sure he will return every summer and eventually be a counselor.