We have two boys at Winuakee – our older son has been there since 2018 and our younger son since 2021. They both love every minute of it! They have made amazing friendships with campers and counselors. They make sure to connect with their camp friends during the school year, including when they are visiting areas where camp friends live. They also loved getting together with counselors who live overseas during a recent family trip to Europe. At camp, our kids push themselves to try new things, and have told us about the camp values they learned, like sportsmanship and community. The kids seem to be very well supported by the staff and are encouraged to be the best versions of themselves.
The setting of the camp is absolutely incredible, with the bunks lining the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. We love that Winaukee is unique with two campuses – the mainland for younger campers and the island for older kids. Our older son loved feeling that he had graduated from the Mainland and moved to the Island where things are set up more for kids of older ages.
Our boys have loved the sports, traditions, tournaments with other camps, trips, and, of course, Color War. There is a real sense of pride that our kids show because of their experiences at Winaukee, and they are already counting down the days to...
Read moreWinaukee provides boys with an incredible summer camp experience. It is a true brotherhood where the campers and staff support each other through their summer journey. My son started Winaukee at 7 years old and stayed for the full 7 weeks (he would have stayed longer!). Winaukee is a fantastic place for kids with a wide range of interests - whether it's traditional team sports, archery, swimming, tennis, golf or goofy camp games, there are activities that are fun and developmental for all different kinds of campers. The directors and senior leadership team are extremely accessible, hands on and committed. They know what is going on with each camper and are personally focused on ensuring that every child has an amazing experience. Winaukee is full of incredible traditions, and I am grateful that my son is part of this...
Read more"It's in my soul" is a motto you may hear while at this camp and it is an accurate statement. Camp Winaukee offers a fantastic experience for boys through a variety of sports, activities, events, trips, and all-around life experiences. Located on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire, this sleep-away camp for boys has stunning views of the lake and the White Mountains nestled in the wilderness away from the sounds of the city. The staff are well-trained and come from all over the world which provides a variety of perspectives and cultural views that combine to create a unique community of learning. With over 100 years of history providing great experiences for campers and staff alike, Camp Winaukee is a great place to experience a...
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