About the Camp
Click here to help a child go to camp. Your donation will make a real difference.Camp Mahackeno is a Day Camp located on the shores of
the Saugutuck River. We offer eight one-week sessions for
campers entering grades one through ten, as well as a Special Events Week for camper entering grades 1 - 6. Founded in 1938, Mahackeno has provided the youth of Westport and surrounding communities a camp that keeps your camper wide-eyed, laughing and learning all summer long.
Please note, Camp Mahackeno's location is 14 Sunny Lane, Westport CT
Camp Mahackeno's mailing address is 37 Rices Lane, Westport, CT 06880.
Contact us at: Summer phone: 203.226.4221 Fax 203.227.1945 / Winter phone: 203.226.8981 ext. 177 Fax 203.454.4840
Directions to Camp - Sunny Lane Entrance
Shawnee, Mohegan, Lakota, Cayuga and Apache Units
These five units make up our traditional day camp programs. The Shawnee unit is for campers entering 1st grade, the Mohegan unit is for campers entering 2nd grade, the Lakota unit is for campers entering 3rd grade and the Cayuga unit is for campers entering 4th, and Apache is for campers entering 5th grade. The campers do age appropriate activities with a sense of belonging and pride in their unit.
Ranger Unit
(Entering 6th & 7th grade)
Rangers is the exciting program for older Mahackeno campers. Each 2 week session combines camp experience with local field trips. The final Thursday of each session ends with a Mahackeno sleepover, followed by an early pick up at noon on Friday.
Leaders in Training (LIT)
(Entering 8th - 9th grade - Ages 13 & 14)
LITs will be spending their time making the exciting transition from camper to role model. They will alternate between traditional camp activities and leadership development. This experienced camper will gain experience working with school-age children, practice problem-solving skills and assisting counselors and CITs. All interested participants email to schedule a meet and greet by June 1st.
Counselor in Training (CIT)
(Entering 10th grade, 15 years old)
Under the guidance of the CIT Director and other qualified staff, the CITs will observe and assist with the leadership of groups, develop initiatives, clarify values, and prepare to assume the role of counselor. The CITs will also undergo leadership training and increasingly take on more responsibility during the four weeks. CITs will get regular feedback on performance. One field trip is scheduled. Interested participants email to schedule an interview.
Special Cares
(Ages 6-16)
Our Special Cares program offers children with physical and mental disabilities a traditional day camp experience. Mainstreamed as far as their ability allows, Special Cares campers are assigned an age-appropriate Camp Mahackeno unit, and join in as many activities as possible. The staff to camper ratio is 1:1 or 1:2, providing the camper with the attention and encouragement needed to develop at his or her own pace. Please email or call 203.226.8981x192 for registration information.
Special Events Week August 17 - 21 Grades 1 - 6
This is one last fun-filled week of summer before campers head back to school. Each day brings special events such as rock climbing, Big Daddy's Racing or a camp-wide cookout, along with swimming, sports and arts and crafts. Space is limited, and early sign up is recommended.
For more information, please email Jennifer Seirup, the Camp Director or call at 203-226.8981.192
Summer phone: 203.226.4221 / Winter phone: 203.226.8981
Contact Us: mahackeno@westporty.org