Camp Nashoba North
Nashoba North is situated on the east shore of Crescent Lake in the magnificent Sebago Lake region and is the summer home to 190 girls and boys ages 7 to 17. A non-sectarian community that brings together children from across the United States and abroad to experience all that Nashoba North has to offer. We strongly believe children of all ages and abilities can achieve remarkable skill development and self-confidence in our unique structured choice program. Every Sunday morning campers create their personalized schedule for the upcoming week. This allows campers to pursue a wide range of interests during their stay at camp. Nashoba North is well known for highly professional nurturing staff, modern cabins, numerous art studios, outstanding athletic facilities, and well-equipped waterfront for the active water sport enthusiast. Young equestrians of all levels can ride at one of New England’s premier riding programs. The Arts at Nashoba North are endless with inspirational weekly dance recitals, One Act plays, and a host of weekly music bands on stage. For the creative child the art studios include pottery, woodworking, photography and a traditional art complex. Music lessons are offered for singing, drums, guitar and piano. Campers are welcome to bring their musical instruments to camp. Nashoba North campers rave about our wonderful food options that are professionally prepared by non-institutional chefs. Accommodations can be made for most allergies and special diets. Nashoba North campers have 4 or 8 week options and 15 day Discovery session is made available for first time younger campers. Accredited through the American Camp Association, Nashoba North is a traditional camp that is owned and operated by the Seaward family. Nashoba North’s magical site has been inspiring youth and young adults since the 1920’s.
Summer Address
198 Raymond Hill Rd, Crescent Lake
Raymond, ME 04071
+1.207.655.7170
Winter Address
140 Nashoba Road
Littleton, MA 01460
+1.978.486.8236
Memories of Camp
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| judy said... |
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| how courteous all of the staff were on drop off and pick up. |
| liz said... |
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| My daughter loved the climbing wall at Camp Nashoba North last summer. She was obsessed with getting to the top of the hardest wall.The smiles and sense of accomplishment lept through the page on the letter she sent when she told us that she had finally made it to the TOP! |
| renee said... |
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| One of the biggest lessons that I try to instill in my daughter is to cherish the gift of life! Cherish it by not taking it for granted, by conquering your fears, by celebrating and having reverence for all living things, and by embracing new experiences. All with the ultimate goal of living life to the fullest. When deciding to send her to camp, I did not know that she would be encountering all of these in one summer! Let alone, in one place! Firstly, she noticed how hard we worked to make sending her to camp financially viable. As a result, she showed appreciation & made sure not to take it for granted. Secondly, she conquered her fear of swimming! She passed the final swim test which involved swimming from shore to buoy & back! No small feat for a once non-swimmer. Next, she celebrated various forms of life by taking a course in caring for farm animals. This tactile adventure helped to solidify her veterinary career goals. As for the human life form, she befriended & learned from other campers from all walks of life, countries & cultures. The bonds & connections forged with the other campers showed her that we are more alike than we are different. This alleviated her angst of meeting new people. And lastly, she blissfully embraced the new experience of learning to ride a horse! Aside from her exhilaration, she garnered more confidence with this newly acquired skill. All this within the wondrous realms of nature! The kind of individual that the camp experience fosters is truly priceless. The positive effects of camp are noticeable long after summer is over. This is precisely why I send her. Of course, for her it's just plain ole fun. But for me, it's an invaluable encounter that will help her happily & formidably navigate through life and, basically, last a lifetime! |
| fiona said... |
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| I spent almost every summer at a camp in Maine from the time I was 12 until I graduated from High School. My first summer I met a girl Named Sheryl from South Africa. She told me all about Apartheid - I had vaguely heard about it probably from the news or parents talking but to learns about something like that first hand was incredible - my whole world opened up and I became more aware of the fact that there really was an entire world of different places and cultures that existed. I grew up more in that first summer than I can ever put into words. Living and playing with people closely, some from the US and some not, was an experience I am so grateful for! |
| fiona said... |
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| I spent almost every summer at a camp in Maine from the time I was 12 until I graduated from High School. My first summer I met a girl Named Sheryl from South Africa. She told me all about Apartheid - I had vaguely heard about it probably from the news or parents talking but to learns about something like that first hand was incredible - my whole world opened up and I became more aware of the fact that there really was an entire world of different places and cultures that existed. I grew up more in that first summer than I can ever put into words. Living and playing with people closely, some from the US and some not, was an experience I am so grateful for! |
| marek said... |
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| Nashoba was great. They had many choices for activities and both campers and counselors alike were awesome. |
| merri said... |
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| Seeing the incredible lake setting for the first time! I wanted to attend as well! |
| elizabeth said... |
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| My decision to go to Camp Nashoba North was honestly the best choice I have ever made. When I first drove up that gravel driveway, I had no idea what was waiting for me. I was extremely nervous, but once I saw so many smiling faces I knew everything was going to be ok. In the first few hours of my camp experience, I met many friends that I keep in touch with to this day. Everyone there is so welcoming and friendly, and I instantly felt included by the community. Nashoba is an amazing place. The cabins are perfect- rustic and spacious, and the other facilities are great too. I think the best thing about Nashoba is the ability you have to choose your own activities. No one is forced to do anything they aren't comfortable with or don't like, but there are so many great opportunities to step out of your comfort zone and learn so many new things. During my 4 years at Nashoba, I have learned how to slalom waterski, wakeboard, play some guitar, develop photos, and have improved so many other skills, including theatre and sports. I have made tons of great friends, and have learned to break out of my shell and feel comfortable expressing myself. The staff are absolutely amazing too, and support you throughout the whole experience. I would highly recommend Nashoba to anyone-- it has truly become my home away from home. |
| bianca said... |
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| I really loved my time at Nashoba. It was my first time staying away from home for four week, and I was quite nervous. As soon as I entered the Nashoba campus, all the handshakes and smiles eased my nerves. As soon as I met my counselors, I felt extremely comfortable. I made friends at Nashoba that I won't soon forget. I never missed my phone or laptop, and didn’t even use my iPod. Nashoba offers great freedom, and an ability to create a new identity for yourself. I relish that it isn't only sporty, or only centered on performing; you can be anyone or anything you want. |
| daneshe said... |
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| There are no words to describe the feelings I have for Camp Nashoba North. Honestly, when I first got there (being that this was my first time at a sleep away camp) I wasn't so sure if it was the right fit for me and I wasn't sure how well I would adapt to the environment. I had to leave my life in the city and all of my technology behind. However, all of these thoughts were gone by the time the second day ended. It was unbelievable to me the amount of fun that I could have within the period of one day. I was still going through the feeling of missing my home but it became less of a thought. By the time my second summer rolled around, everything was different. I didn't even want to think about going home. Camp Nashoba literally becomes a home away from home. You forget about the fact that you even own a laptop or cell phone. The entertainment that you need comes from the people around you. I've learned so much being at camp for the past two years. I've met people that have impacted me and have built friendships that I know will last a long time. I've met people from all around the world and have gotten to learn all about their customs and cultures. I have even learned more about myself from trying new things and making new achievements. Everything you do at camp is celebrated and everyone is included. It doesn't matter how old you are or where you come from; everyone cares for you and appreciates you. Camp is a place where you can be yourself without fear of judgement and act as silly as you feel appropriate. This is going to be my last summer at Camp and I know it will be hard to let go of the place that has been so special to me but Nashoba is a place that I could never possibly forget. |
| maya said... |
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| Camp Nashoba North is a place I get to call my home away from home. I have met people from all over the world that I know I will keep friendships with for a very long time. Nashoba is a place where I experienced new things such as waterskiing, kayaking, playing the drums, developing photos, and so much more. I love how easy it is to go crazy and just be yourself, especially when it comes to dressing up for flag or performing in Arts Night. This upcoming summer will be my last at Camp Nashoba. It's crazy to think that I will no longer be anticipating my trip to Maine, will no longer be sleeping in a cabin for a month with the friends i've grown to love, and will no longer be able to go away and act like a little kid again. Its crazy to think that such a place could impact your life forever. I will also miss the staff, who are always so supportive of us. Camp Nashoba will always hold a special place in my heart. |
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My daughter has attended Nashoba for the past two summers and it has been the best camp experience she has had in her ten years of summer camp. For a first time sleep away camper, she adjusted quite well which was due in part to the home away from home feeling that she felt early on. The staff is amazing and she has made friends from all over the world that she stays in contact with throughout the year.
Nashoba has practically every activity imaginable -- from various sports, water activities (on the amazing on site lake), and the arts. The variety of activities have enabled her to do things she has never done before such as
water skiing.
Surprisingly, what she talks about as much as the activities and friendships, is the ample variety of delicious food. She is looking forward to summer 2013 at Camp Nashoba. |
| summer said... |
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| My first year at Nashoba, was my very first time at camp, let alone sleep-away! Being a city girl, the first thing I noticed was the quiet. There were no cars driving by, or taxis honking their horns. In fact, the only sound I heard was the sound of chirping crickets, and the buzzing of cicadas. At first, the quiet seemed eerie, almost unreal. But as the summer progressed, I learned to love the sound in its entirety! What was once eerie was now soothing!
Although I was only twelve at the time, I was placed in a cabin that held thirteen and fourteen-year-old campers. At first I feared that I would feel out of place and estranged. However, I couldn't be more wrong! The majority of the girls in my cabin, Yarmouth, embraced me instantly! Most had actually come from New York, just as I had. Even the foreign campers embraced me. I knew then that I had nothing to fear.
Over the course of the summer, we grew a strong bond. The memories we created together could not be forgotten. From encouraging each other to partake in water sports, to cheering each other on before equestrian competitions, we were always there for each other. I don't have any sisters at home, but I acquired a few at Camp Nashoba!
This year, when I returned, I learned that we'd all be in different cabins. We didn't let it affect us, though. We continued to enjoy all of the amazing activities Nashoba has to offer. Things such as horseback riding, swimming in a lake, archery and sailing were activities I had done for the very first time thanks to camp! Near the end, I had not only conquered my fear of deep water, but also grew a love for another activity: Tubing. I would constantly talk about tubing and how exciting it was. I'm sure my cabin mates grew tired of hearing about my wild and overly exaggerated stories.
For the majority of camp, my cabin mates from Yarmouth and I were not affected by the fact that this was their last year here. Towards the end, however, reality set in. I would never see the girls from Yarmouth at camp again. None of us cry easily, but on the last day, we all shed tears. These were the girls I had shared my first ever camp experience with. It helped that we all live in New York, but the memories you create at Nashoba are unique. There are none like them.
Next year will be my last at Nashoba, and I am determined to make it my best!
I will try things I've never tried before, become a stronger swimmer, learn more spanish from the international campers, and make even more memories to last me a lifetime! Memories that I've learned only camp can create! |
| marguerite said... |
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| I remember falling in love with horses at a camp I attended when I was 12! That year I also got a big trophy for best rider at camp! Oh to be young and innocent-Live, Love and Laugh and make great friends at CAMP!! |
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| Kyle Lee
Going to Camp Nashoba for the first time was more a recreation. My first couple of days at camp was met with uncertainty. I wasn’t sure how adaptable my city lifestyle would be and if I would be able to find anything that interested me. Not only was I able to find things that interested me, I found a new side of myself; a side of myself that had been dormant for along time due to my city lifestyle. Nashoba could not have come at a better time for me; when I had grown weary of the things that I could do in the city I unknowingly yearned for a different lifestyle. Nashoba allowed me to trade in my phone and technology for a better understanding of myself that no matter how efficient or cool technology had become just could not be given to me in another way. I was drawn to the stage at Nashoba. I was in both of the plays during my two sessions and put on more than a few dance performances as well as singing in a band. It was one thing to image doing these things but to actually get on that stage and show all of Nashoba my heart and soul was indescribably freeing. Nashoba gave me among that countless new experiences. I enjoyed my first campfires there, I was able to have amazing times as a horseback rider, and my tow months were filled with amazing sports like golf, and tennis as well as many amazing waterfront archery activities.
I honestly did not expect the bond between myself and Nashoba to grow so quickly. Within the first two weeks when I had originally planned to stay for only one month. I begged my mother to let me stay for the second session. The Nashoba atmosphere and attitude is an amazing one. Every day I woke up there I felt ready for what I did not know but the Nashoba attitude and community filled me with the sense that I was for anything. Nashoba changed me in a way that I could not full explain and yet will never forget. That is why; ever since Nashoba came into my life I knew that I had been truly charmed.
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| kathryn said... |
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| I will never forget when we made our cabin into a Hospital for Cabin Night. It looked so real and we only used what we had in the cabin and our imagination! We laughed a lot and had a lot of fun just being together. |
| james said... |
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| Camp Nashoba Experience
By James Sturtz
My most memorable experience at Camp Nashoba happened last summer. I was at tubing and there was an odd number of people. The councilor at the raft was Greg. I ended up not having a tubing partner. He offered to be my partner. I took him up on his offer and we went tubing together. It was really fun tubing with him. We had a competition to see who could stay on the tube the longest. I lost, but he cheated by pushing me off. Since I kept falling he held on to my arm so I wouldn??™t fall off. Unfortunately, he fell off the tube so I fell with him. I had a really fun time and I hope I can tube with him again.
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| karen said... |
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| Last summer was the first overnight camp experience for my 10 year old. It was scary for both of us! We were excited but nervous. At the last moment there was quite a bit of anxiety but the director and counselors made it all OK. They eased my mind and connected with my daughter to make sure her experience was positive. She said loved "campfire" on the beach when campers and counselors participated in comedic skits. She said there was so much to do to distract your mind from being homesick. She cannot wait to go back this summer. Summer camp at Nashoba North exposed her to some new loves too: pottery and sailing. Pottery is a new favorite! We enrolled her in a class in Portland this past winter. She can??™t get enough it seems. I would have to say the only challenge is deciding which activities to try! Hoping we can experience again this summer. We would highly recommend Camp Nashoba North!! |
| nora said... |
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| When writing about my summers at Camp Nashoba North, so many ideas come into my mind. From waterskiing to dressing up as your favorite cartoon character, it??™s hard to decide. Out of the many activities to pick from at camp, some of my favorites are kayaking, rock climbing, playing koob, horseback riding, fishing and tubing. One of my favorite memories from camp was when our cabin went on a sunset kayaking trip on Cresent Lake.
For cabin activity night, we picked sunset kayaking for our activity. When anxiously waiting on the beach, our counselor prepared the kayaks. When paddling out on the calm water, we could see the small fish swim beneath us. I started to paddle faster and harder. Then, I heard a thumping on the bottom of my kayak. As I looked into the back of my kayak, there was a big fish! I yelled for my counselor, and they rushed over. It was the first time somebody caught a fish with their paddle, they said.
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| katherine said... |
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| I was a camper at Nashoba North for 6 years and then was a junior counselor. It was the best experience I could imagine and while I am now 21 and started going when I was 10, I think about camp everyday and talk to my friends from camp all the time. I learned new activities and hobbies that are now my passions, such as sailing, and made lifelong friendships and memories. I wouldn't trade my camp experience for anything, it was the happiest times of my life and where I felt most like myself. |
