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▌ Specialty · Ages 7–15

The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1

Ashford, CT

A free, medically-supported camp for children with serious illnesses.

▌ Editor's read The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp's website loads successfully and details their summer camp programs for children with serious illnesses. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp was founded by Paul Newman in 1988, meaning it has been operating for 37 years. It is clearly a nonprofit organization, providing services free of charge to families. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The program type is overnight, offering a traditional camp experience adapted for their campers' needs. Google reviews for 'The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp' show an outstanding 4.9-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the camp's positive impact on children and families. Social media handles are active, with @holeinthewallgang on Instagram and 'holeinthewallgang' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 198937+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–15

The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1989 (37 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–15
  • Address: 565 Ashford Center Road, Ashford, CT 06278
  • Phone: (860) 429-3444
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Free of charge

7 sessions (7 one-week), from Jun 19 to Aug 21.

Sessions

Bookable units published by the camp. Each row is a one-week session.

  • Session 1 Jun 19 – 24, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 2 Jun 27 – Jul 2, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 3 Jul 6 – 11, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 4 Jul 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 5 Jul 29 – Aug 3, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 6 Aug 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 7 Aug 16 – 21, 2026 · 1 week

↗ What parents like

  • Free for children with serious illnesses
  • Medically supported environment

↘ Watch for

  • Only for children with specific illnesses
  • Limited sessions available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1

What ages does The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 accept?
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 is open to children ages 7–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 cost?
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free of charge Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Is The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 accredited?
Yes — The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 37 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1?
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 37 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 provide lunch?
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 compare to other specialty camps in Ashford?
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp - Session #1 is one of 8 specialty camps in Ashford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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