Camp Kawanhee is the perfect place for boys to explore and discover the great outdoors. Located on the East shore of Webb Lake in Weld, Maine, the camp is 85 miles north of Portland and 30 miles south of the Rangeley Lakes, making it easily accessible to families in the area. With its shoreline of woods and sandy beaches, it's easy to see why the camp has been a treasured spot for generations.
Legend has it that the area has been home to Chief Kawanhee and his braves for many years, and it's easy to see why. Camp Kawanhee is situated in one of the finest natural settings for a boys’ camp in the country. It's the perfect place for young boys to explore and learn about the great outdoors.
The location of Camp Kawanhee is not only ideal for campers, but also for families looking to spend some quality time together. With its 85 mile proximity to Portland and 30 miles to the Rangeley Lakes, families can easily spend a day at the camp or take a weekend trip to explore the area. The camp's natural beauty and rich history make it a must-see for any family looking to make lasting memories.
Our land-based athletic offerings include four team sports, baseball, softball, basketball and soccer, and three individual sports, tennis, archery and riflery. For each sport, we focus on skill-building during instructional time, with abundant opportunities for campers to hone skills during free time and in competitive settings. We offer intra-camp league play in baseball, basketball, basketball and soccer and are committed to providing all participants with meaningful amounts of playing time, regardless of skill level.
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League Play
During choice time, boys often elect to participate in the various athletic leagues offered at camp.
Participation in Basketball, Soccer, Baseball and Softball leagues are optional but encouraged. Each boy who shows up for a game or match is guaranteed an active role and an exciting, spirited event. Leagues are designed to facilitate fun, fair-play and healthy competition among boys. League play takes place throughout the summer and culminates with playoffs during the seventh week of the season.
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Swimming and Lifeguard Training
Webb Lake, fed by natural springs and mountain streams, provides an inviting place to boat and swim. The Kawanhee campus is arced around a cove that is home to Kawanhee’s swimming program. The cove is a busy hub, especially on warm July days, and offers a sandy beach and a dedicated swimming area, defined by docks, a floating safety line and several lifeguard stations.
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Sailing
For some campers, there’s nothing more exhilarating than skippering a sailboat in a stiff breeze and reckoning with the challenges of maintaining a full sail. Our sailing program is fortunate to have an impressive variety of boats to suit the needs and interests of sailors of all ages. We have antique wooden Cape Cod knockabouts, fiberglass Sunfish, a Hobie Cat catamaran and a fleet of Flying Junior racing dinghies, among others. Some guys love to sail just to be out on the water, letting Mother Nature do the work. Others prefer competitive racing and look forward to regattas offered throughout the summer.