Lauren L. Cole

Review of Camp Skylemar

I m currently the parent of a 3rd year Skylemar ca...

I m currently the parent of a 3rd year Skylemar camper who is now 9 years old and it is with great enthusiasm that I share this review! My sisters and I all attended all-girls camp for years up in Maine and my late father was a Maine camper and counselor. There was no question that my son would go to camp in Maine, it was simply a mattter of which camp? We considered many of the all-boys traditional camps there but had always heard wonderful and consistent feedback about Skylemar in particular. After meeting Arleen and Shep, I knew we had found the ideal Directors and camp environment for my son because they genuinely understand boys and that cannot be emphasized enough!! There are so many options in Maine but NONE compare to Skylemar, its alumni reputation and their love for the camp speaks volumes!! It is an intimate camp with hands-on and involved directors, a nurturing/supportive wonderful staff, spectacular athletic program and waterfront, not to mention various alternative activities such as science, cooking and art. Skylemar's facility and beautiful grounds are so well maintained. I particularly love how it attracts lovely families from all over the US and abroad that have similar ideals and values and this was paramount for us, just a perfect match! I am happy to speak directly with any prospective parents who want to learn more from a very happy current family.
Lauren Gage