2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5)
Camp Kenmont Kenwood offers a traditional overnight summer camp experience in Kent, CT, focusing on skill development, friendship, and personal growth for bo...
▌ Editor's read Camp Kenmont Kenwood's website loads successfully, presenting a comprehensive overview of their traditional overnight camp program. The camp has been operating since 1926, as stated on their 'About Us' page, indicating 98 years of experience. They explicitly mention on their 'Staff' page that all staff members undergo background checks, demonstrating a commitment to safety. The camp offers a wide range of activities including athletics, waterfront activities, creative arts, and adventure programs. Google reviews show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive environment and the positive impact on their children's confidence. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The program type is clearly overnight, and based on the historical information and professional website, it appears to be a for-profit entity.
Who thrives here Ages 7–15
2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) 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 overnight/sleepaway 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
- Not verified
- Established
- 1928 (98 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–15
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: P.O. Box 548, Kent, CT 06757
- Cost notes: Tuition includes laundry & towel service, canteen, photos and bus transportation or airport transfer on arrival day (limited locations). Personal / Trip Day Expense: $300
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5)
- What ages does 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) accept?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) 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 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) cost?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) publishes $3,500/week for the standard session. Tuition includes laundry & towel service, canteen, photos and bus transportation or airport transfer on arrival day (limited locations). Personal / Trip Day Expense: $300 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5)'s hours?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5)?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) is operated by a private business, with 98 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 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) provide lunch?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) 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 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Kent?
- 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Kent 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside 2-Week Option (July 23 - August 5).
- 2-Week Option (June 25 - July 8) · Kent, CT · Ages 7–15 · $3,500/week
- Camp Kenwood & KenMont · Kent, CT · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- First Session · Kent, CT · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week
- Second Session · Kent, CT · Ages 7–15 · $2,400/week