BASECAMP: ONE-WEEK SLEEPAWAY CAMP
Ages 7–10 | YOUR INTRODUCTION TO CAMP JEWELL | Limited Summer Sessions
June 27-July 3
July 4-10
PRICE STARTING AT $1450
Basecamp is Camp Jewell YMCA’s one-week sleepaway camp experience for ages 7–10 in Colebrook, Connecticut. Designed for younger campers who are excited about overnight camp but may not be ready for a traditional two-week session, Basecamp combines big Camp Jewell adventures with a smaller Hide-A-Way home base.
A DIFFERENT WAY TO START AT CAMP JEWELL
Camp Jewell’s traditional sleepaway camp experience is built around two-week sessions—and that’s not changing.
Two weeks gives campers time to settle in, build deeper friendships, develop skills and truly become part of the Camp Jewell community.
But we also know that for some younger campers, two weeks can feel like a big first step.
That’s where Basecamp comes in.
Basecamp is intentionally designed as a one-week introduction to sleepaway camp. Campers get to experience many of the activities, traditions and friendships that make Camp Jewell special, within a program created specifically for a shorter first stay.
For many campers, Basecamp will be the starting point for years of summers at Camp Jewell.
A WEEK FULL OF CAMP ADVENTURES
Basecamp campers live together at Hide-A-Way, giving the group its own home base within Camp Jewell.
From there, each day brings something different.
Rather than selecting from the full clinic program available during our traditional two-week sessions, Basecamp campers explore camp together through a planned selection of activities.
Depending on the week, campers may experience:
Swimming, canoeing, kayaking and waterfront adventures
Archery and slingshot
Climbing and adventure activities
Sports and camp games
Arts, crafts and creative activities
Hiking and exploring our 560 acres
Campfires and evening programs
Cabin activities and Camp Jewell traditions
It’s an opportunity to try a little bit of everything—and discover what you love about camp.
WHY ONE WEEK?
For most campers, including many first-time campers, we continue to recommend Camp Jewell’s traditional two-week experience.
Two weeks gives campers more time to settle in, build friendships, choose activities, develop skills and experience everything Camp Jewell has to offer.
But every camper is different.
For some 7–10-year-olds, one week is the right place to begin.
Basecamp gives those campers an opportunity to experience being away from home, build confidence and discover Camp Jewell before taking the next step into our traditional two-week program.
BASECAMP OR TRADITIONAL CAMP?
| BASECAMP | TRADITIONAL CAMP | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 1 Week | 2 Weeks |
| Ages | 7-10 | 7-15 |
| Best For | Younger campers who would feel more confident starting with one week | Most campers ages 7–15, including first-time campers ready for the full Camp Jewell experience |
| Activities | Explore a planned mix of favorite Camp Jewell activities | Choose clinics and explore the full range of Camp Jewell activities |
| Summer Schedule | Limited to the first two weeks of summer | Four two-week sessions throughout the summer |
New to camp doesn’t automatically mean Basecamp.
Most 7–10-year-olds come to Camp Jewell for the first time and thrive in our traditional two-week program. Basecamp is simply another way to begin—created for younger campers who are excited about sleepaway camp but would feel more confident starting with one week.
Not sure which experience is right? Give us a call. We know that choosing a first sleepaway camp is a big decision, and we’re always happy to talk through what might be the best fit for your camper.
