Camp Mahackeno

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 two-week session combines camp experience with field trips. There will be 2 Ranger overnights at Mahackeno.

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 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

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 their time at camp. CITs will get regular feedback on performance. Field trips are also scheduled. Interested participants email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

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 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 203.226.8981 x179 for registration information.

Special Events Week
This is one fun-filled week of summer after the regular four sessions. 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 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 203-226.8981 x179 to speak with Meg George, Director of Camp & Youth.