Hidden Valley Camp
Renowned for its unique programs in the Arts and Outdoors, Hidden Valley Camp has roots in the tradition of progressive children’s communities. Building on this rich history, our commitment to quality and professionalism supports children as they create and explore under the careful supervision of HVC’s teachers and counselors. • HVC Facts… Hidden Valley is coed, ages 8-14… Finest in Arts and Outdoor programs… Campers choose activities… Non-competitive, no uniforms… 2, 4, 8 week programs… Wholesome, delicious meals, allergy support… International campers & staff… Individual attention to all, especially first-time campers. • Facilities include… 15 studios for creative and performing arts… A heated pool & 1-mile long lake… 350 acres supporting equestrian, sports and other outdoor challenges. • Directors Peter and Meg Kassen have spent over 30 summers directing Maine camps, and have been sole owners of Hidden Valley since 1988. They raised their children at camp and now devote their fulltime energies to HVC programming, cabin life, wellness, and extensive staff training. • “It’s our hope that the Hidden Valley experience instills a feeling of independence, enhanced self-awareness, and an even greater capacity to live happily and work constructively with others.”
Summer Address
161 Hidden Valley Road
Freedom, ME 04941
1-800-922-6737
Winter Address
161 Hidden Valley Road
Freedom, ME 04941
1-800-922-6737
Memories of Camp
Read these stories from our camp community and add yours:
nancy said...
seeing my daughters at camp participating in the many activities with ear to ear smiles and a true sense of belonging to something truly special
molly said...
HVC is absolutely the best place in the whole world. For me, it’s a chance to be with the people that I absolutely love, and they love me for who I am. HVC gave me the chance and the experience to figure out who I am and who I want to be. Thanks to camp, I’ve realized my passion for dance and music.
sara said...
The supportive and creative community that you have fostered at Hidden Valley has had a dramatic impact on our family.  Our girls have immensely benefited from their years at Hidden Valley.  We place a huge value on this influence. Thank you for imparting your values of community, ecology and humanity to them.
ariana said...
A World of Blueberries By Ariana Reichler The sun shone brightly on the lake, making the waves glimmer and sparkle as we rode over them. It was the perfect temperature with a blue sky looking down on us, but clouds scattered around so we wouldn’t burn up and melt. The kayak gently rocked side to side like a mother rocks her child after a nightmare. Our paddles glided silently through the water in a circular motion, softly sprinkling us with warm droplets of water. Suddenly something caught my eye among the many bushes along the coast. A blue speck surrounded by leaves. Then more and more seemed to appear everywhere. We navigated toward them and sure enough, they’re big, fat, ripe blueberries. Being careful not to capsize the boat, we each took one off the bush and inserted it into our mouths. A taste of a delicious sweet tartness filled my mouth and for a moment I was lost in time, trying to savor the bite for as long as possible. As I came back to reality, I saw that Claire was already ahead of me, picking handfuls of them for the rest of our ride. I joined her and silently we took as many as we could manage, and then started paddling away. I continued to push through the peaceful waves, barely even noticing, because all that mattered at that moment was the blueberry that was about to enter my mouth. And the next one. And the next. The next. With all my attention on the blueberries, I did not realize that the time was ticking away. My counselor called us in and we reluctantly paddled to shore, making sure to take our time, and take in the last bit of our surroundings. I’ve had many blueberries and many kayaking experiences in my life before, but never at the same time and there is yet to be one that has been more enjoyable than that moment.
stacey said...
I've been going to Hidden Valley Camp for two years, and from the first moment I arrived I fell instantly in love with the lush landscape, glistening lake, and beautiful campus that is located in the gorgeous and enchanting Freedom, Maine. I cannot imagine my camp being anywhere else. It is simply paradise. I share a special bond with the extraordinary friends that I made there, for we have all experienced the wonder and joy of Hidden Valley, and everything the camp itself and Maine as a whole has to offer. My first year attending camp, I was scared that I wouldn't fit in easily, and I didn't know anybody. Upon arriving, though, I was warmly invited into the close, community-based and loving camp that is now my second home. I can't imagine going to camp anywhere else!
lyndie said...
My son told me that his favorite memory from Hidden Valley Camp last summer was running down Tipi Hill with his cabin-mates and seeing a rainbow so beautiful it brought tears to his eyes.