Fun.
With A
Purpose.
Helping Boys Become Their Best Selves. Since 1904.
Why moosilauke?
Why moosilauke?
Recognized Boy Experts
The Boston Globe, in a feature article, wrote that Moosilauke Directors Bill and Sabina McMahon have “earned unofficial doctorates in boyhood.” Click here to read the article. A parent recently wrote, “Bill and Sabina’s gifts for understanding boys are on display in everything from the well-trained staff to the activities to the food. Whatever success my son has in life, it will be in part because of the values, camaraderie, and pure joy Camp Moosilauke gave him.” Click here to read blogs Bill and Sabina have written about boys and their development. Click here for bios of the team running Moosilauke.
Character Development Through
Positive Risk Taking
Our overarching goal is to help campers develop moral and performance character since these are the traits that create well-being, success, and leadership potential. Our program of broad and deep positive risk-taking across three main program areas—waterfront, land sports, and outdoor adventure—combined with a schedule that balances structure and choice, ensures that every boy gets on the path to becoming his best self. Click here for more information on our program and here for a blog highlighting the research that supports what we do at Moosilauke.
A Positive and Supportive Culture
We believe that one of the most powerful environmental factors influencing how kids learn and grow is peer culture. Given this, one of the key ways parents can help their kids develop is to place them in great peer cultures. Our positive, authentic, and supportive peer culture is a key reason why families choose Moosilauke. At Moose, we strive to create a culture where there is no one definition of success; where what’s cool is to be your best self; where trying new things—and encountering some failure in the process—is embraced; and where there is zero tolerance for teasing. Click here to read a blog titled “Peer Culture: How a Camp Creates a Great One.”
Spectacular Setting and Facilities
Our campus is extraordinary – 100 acres on a secluded mile-long lake. The lake is the site for a multitude of activities including sailing, kayaking, water skiing, wakeboarding, wakesurfing, canoeing, swimming, fishing, and nature excursions. Land sport facilities include five clay tennis courts, two basketball courts, two minor league quality baseball diamonds, two soccer fields, a lacrosse field, and an archery range. A woodshop, arts and crafts center, and two large recreation halls round out the non-athletic facilities. Campers are housed in comfortable screened cabins with electricity and dormitory-style beds. Click here for more about our campus experience.
One of the oldest & Best overnight camp for boys
At Camp Moosilauke boys don’t just have a fun and positive summer—they also accelerate on their path to becoming their best selves. This is why for over 120 years, Moosilauke has been one of the most respected and best overnight camps for boys in the country. Known for our expertise with boys, experienced and caring staff, and amazingly positive peer culture, Moosilauke consistently earns top ratings from both campers and parents. We’re proud to be the highest-rated overnight camp for boys on CampRatingz, with over 99 five-star reviews.
Our longstanding reputation even caught the attention of The Boston Globe, which featured Moosilauke on the cover of its Metro section. Fun, character development through positive risk taking, and lifelong friendships, families return to Moosilauke year after year for an exceptional boys’ summer camp experience.
