Camp Weequahic Reviews

My child was a camp counsellor and I very much agree with the sentiments of the other reviewer. My children all adults have attended camps when teens and been counselors at other camps.
My child was dumped at the bus stop in the village . He was offered bus fare , he had not drawn any salary and forfeited any transportation pay. The temperature was almost 100 degrees that day. We were very fortunate that we had friends in NYC. I was unable to contact my child as it was so rural and cell service was so poor. I called the camp and the director would not give me any information other than to say he was left at a bus stop.
They take great pains to get an employee to camp but my child was dumped in what is called a village. The village consists of a McDonalds, a gas station, an All State building and not much else. Thankfully the McDonalds was open otherwise I am unsure if he would have been able to handle the heat.
My child had to pack so quickly, he was not able to get his medication, had to leave his bedding and was really rushed and intimidated. My child had an issue with what he felt was the director pushing his religious overtones on counselors.
There are no safe guards put into place for the employee as expressed in other review. You are in a very rural part of Pennsylvania. My child was not permitted to call us to figure out a way home. Had any of this been disclosed in the Skype Interview or employment details the job never would have been taken. The camp administration showed zero concern for my child's safety upon leaving. The level of arrogance was appalling.
There should be a complete revision of the employment contract as there is little safeguards for the employee.
The experience was traumatizing for my child, for our family, and it is shameful to think and know others have been treated this way .

My daughter is 12 years old and has just completed her 3rd year at Camp Weequahic and absolutely loves it!! The camp is the perfect size and there are an endless amounts of activities to choose from and she has made so many amazing friends. The director, Cole Kelly, is top notch and so caring and very responsive. We are already waiting to register for next year!!

Came here for Goldstock 2018, and had a great time. The camp is very well setup with lots of space for various activities - giant field in the middle, tennis courts, swimming area - really no shortage of space.

After our family sending 5 kids there over the past several years I must say every year gets better than the last. No worrying about what brand of sneaker you're wearing and the kids all keep in touch during the whole year until camp the next year. We HIGHLY recommend Camp W!!

Beautiful setting. Great facilities. Cabins could be improved. Bathroom lights shine onto whole cabin. Wood working studio, pottery studio, cooking workshop, and more. Homemade meals and great salad bar in dining hall. Friendly staff.

best camp ever! so fun and everyone is so nice, great activities, great counselors, great EVERYTHING!!! I am about to have my third year and i'm so exited, every year has been AMAZING. I have great friends and Cole and Kate (camp directors) are always there to make sure you are having a blast!
CAMP WEEQUAHIC IS THE BEST and will ALWAYS be the best!

This camp is a wonderful place! My daughter enjoyed every minute of her time in her summer home. The counselors are warm and encouraging and do a fabulous job of helping kids move out of their comfort zones. The directors, Kate and Cole, genuinely care about the children and get to know each one personally. The kids who attend Weequahic are kind and down to earth. They fully embrace the values of gratitude, attitude and courage taught throughout the summer. At Weequahic, the campers experience things they wouldn't normally be exposed to at home. Having the ability to choose activities that suit them and stretch them makes for a happy camper!

This is the BEST Camp ever, It is my getaway in the summer for or 2 sessions. I love 18439 because they have the best kids staff and activities. They recently installed a ninja warrior course. I love this place to death, Color war and tribals are so fun you have to come to see what thats like. Last of all i would like to thank Cole and Kate for making my 4 going on to 5 years at camp the best summers ever.

Fired and not told a reason, was not treated respectfuly, food was second rate DO NOT GO

i ve gone to this camp for 4 years and i never really understood what a home away from home really meant but now i understand it!!!

Camp Weequahic was the perfect place to send our 9 year old son for his first summer at sleepaway camp. We loved having Cole (the director) come into our living room this past winter and explain to our son what he could expect at camp. He exceeded those expectations all around. Of course we were nervous to send our child away for three weeks but Cole was in constant contact, sent us emails, called us and reassured us if there was ever a reason for us to be concerned. My son cannot wait for summer 2017!

I have been going to this camp for 5 years and it has been AMAZING. You meet so many good people and will have lifetime relationships with them. Best counselors in the whole world go here, and you will have the best time of your life.

My older son just returned from his 5th summer and younger just enjoyed his first. Both haven't stopped talking about what a great experience it was. Made great friends, ate good food, learned new skills and gained more independence. The younger, a picky eater came home with some new favorites that I can add to my repertoire and the older one has a new interest in cooking as this is one of the activities that he enjoyed. This summer, he made pickles, among other things. The water activities are the highlight for my kids and there are plenty - a beautiful lake with tubing, water skiing, kayaking, row-boating, canoeing and paddle boarding as well as some bouncy things to jump off of. There is also a pool so the kids get plenty of time in the water. Traditions and structure are mixed with freedom to explore. The staff and counselors are detail oriented and very skillful. The kids build fires, go fishing, act, dance, make art and camp outdoors. Truly a great experience for both of them!!

I just finished spending 9 weeks as a counsellor at Camp Weequahic and all I can say is that it was by far the most rewarding 9 weeks I have ever had. From the moment I stepped off the bus on the first day of orientation i was greeted with a handshake and a warm welcome by both the directors, Cole and Kate Kelly. They made me feel right at home from the moment I arrived and I am very fortunate to have had them as my directors over the past 9 weeks. The camp prides itself on doing the best for their campers and I can honestly say that not once did they make a decision that wouldn't be in the campers best interest. From a staff standpoint, Cole and Kate are the best employees I have ever had. They not only provided me with a job that I loved and will be returning to next summer, but they helped me become a more positive and optimistic person. They constantly said "you choose your own attitude every day" and as soon as I began to follow that mantra, i have been a happier person. Camp Weequahic isn't just a place you go to to fill in your 9 week break, it is a place where you can grow as a person, make a second family and have the greatest time of your life. Im definitely returning to Weequahic next year!

My daughter attends camp here each summer for 3 weeks (there is also a 6 week option). She LOVES it. It s a co-Ed camp but I think they do a great job of keeping the boys and girls separate when appropriate and together when appropriate. My daughter is very sporty and very competitive but she has learned how to have fun and not take things so seriously. If your son or daughter is looking for a slightly more laid back experience with all off the ra ra you would expect from sleep away camp then this may be the place. Cole Kelley and his team do a great job.

Camp Weequahic is an incredible place where my kids, for the past five years, have pounded tennis balls, sailed the sparkling blue lake, and roasted marshmallows over a roaring fire. This is a tremendous, creative, and safe place where campers make lifelong friends and learn from highly trained, kind, and enthusiastic counselors who come from the US and all over the world. The facilities are top notch and modern, the bunks are comfortable, the food is tasty, and the Pennsylvania setting is breath-taking. But beyond the gimp braiding and the basketball games, there's something more important going on. The camp teaches kids how to grow by taking on new responsibilities and challenges. Healthy competition is balanced with caring and compassion. As camp directors, Cole and Kate Kelly, lead by example, and they impressively know every camper by name, and insure that that every camp detail is taken care of. Working as a team, Cole and Kate jam-pack in activities so the campers get to explore the area including trips to local water parks, semi-pro baseball games, or mountain bike rides. In short, Camp Weequahic is a very special place and my kids can't wait to go back every summer.

Our daughter has attended Camp Weequahic for six wonderful years, and she absolutely loves it! She regards home as a place to pass time until she can get back to camp! She has had numerous opportunities learning new sports and taking part in a wide variety of activities that she might otherwise have never been able to experience. The staff is dedicated and well-trained, the facilities are updated and expansive, and the management takes great care to hire engaged, qualified people. The beautiful setting along the lake in the mountains provides fresh air, hiking, water activities, and many perfect camp memories. The creativity and effort that goes into planning all the evening and special activities each summer is amazing. Our daughter has made friends for life that she keeps in touch with all year, and has visited in many locations. While she is at camp, we always feel assured she is in great hands, with easy and friendly communication available with the director or the staff if the need arises. The health center and nurses have also met her needs and have always given her good care. Camp Weequahic has had a huge impact on her life, and we cannot say enough good things about it!

Weequahic has become my sons second home. He loves camp and looks forward to going back year after year. I love it too for many reasons, primarily that my son is so happy but also how professional they are with any of our needs or inquiries.

I love it so much i went there once and I am definitely going back

Camp Weequahic is so much fun! The food is surprisingly good, the activities are awesome, and the counselors and campers are all amazing!

What a special place! As a parent I could not ask for more. This camp is organized, well run and highly responsive. The counselors and staff are warm and caring and there is something for every child. What a special place for your child to become their best selves. A++

This is the best camp in the world. When I go here I don t get homesick, but when I leave, I get campsick.

Nice place to camp with family and friends. Great salad bar. Great staff!