There’s something special, something different, something extraordinary about Camp Kawaga. It’s what has made this home-away-from-home not only one of the country's premier boys summer camps, but something so much more. It’s the spirit and the culture, the friendships and the life lessons. And, of course, the fun! It’s about being Kawaga.
Camp Kawaga offers a balanced, well-rounded program. Yes, we love to play all kinds of sports and games, but you don't have to be an athlete to succeed at Kawaga. It’s about participating, developing skills, and having fun. We offer an exciting array of more than 100 athletic and nonathletic activities, including a full tripping program. Every camper finds his own niche at Kawaga.
Boys play on teams with guys their own age and with those younger and older. And, when we compete against other camps, everybody participates. Win or lose, we have fun, bond even more with each other, and display the best of sportsmanship. That’s the Kawaga way.
Each summer offers new programming and timeless favorites. Special programs include the Boundary Waters and Sailing Trips for our CITs, the multi-camp socials, Kawaga Spectacular, Blue-Gold Cup, and the All-Night Treasure Hunt. And, for nearly 50 years we’ve proudly hosted a highly regarded ski tournament and sailing regatta.
Many camps have traditions. Camp Kawaga has a soul. Kawaga’s 100 year heritage is a great source of pride for staff and campers alike. Kawaga’s cornerstones of Spirit, Sportsmanship, Fellowship, and Enthusiasm are at the center of everything we do. Our goal is for each boy to have the best summer of his life, while continuing to learn life’s most valuable skills. It takes only a single summer to appreciate the “Kawaga Magic”, but its impact will last a lifetime.