summer should feel like summer

We are a no-pressure, non-competitive overnight camp located in Washington, Maine.

No screens. All heart. Ages 7-16.

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A camp for kids who love to create!
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During the school year, many children experience:

  • Academic pressure

  • Social comparison

  • Competitive sports

  • High expectations

Families often tell us they are looking for a no-pressure summer camp where their child can simply be themselves.

At Med-o-lark, campers experience a calm, supportive sleepaway camp without competition. They explore arts, waterfront activities, nature, and community living in a setting that prioritizes emotional safety and connection.

A no-pressure overnight camp offers something many children deeply need: space to grow without stress.

Why Families Choose a No-Pressure Overnight Camp

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This could be the

summer of a lifetime

our 2026 rates & dates

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The Med-o-lark Difference

Everything we do is built around one core belief: children grow best when they feel safe, supported, and free from comparison.

We Remove Competition

No trophies
No rankings
No scorekeeping

We create safety

Supportive cabins
Empathetic Staff
Culture of belonging

We CELEBRATE GROWTH

Kindness over winning
Effort over outcome
Courage over perfection

We give kids a choice

No tryouts
No labels
Freedom to explore

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50+ ActIvities

We offer everything a traditional sleepaway camp offers, but what we do really well is art!

Campers can choose from over 50 different activities such as…jewelry making, stained glass, fashion design, dance, glass making, blacksmithing, woodworking, musical theater, music, candle making and more!

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Each activity is led by passionate artisans who are there to help foster the collaborative spirit we pride ourselves on.

We’ve got more traditional camp activities, too! From swimming to canoeing to tennis to horseback riding, Med-o-lark offers a variety of activities to keep your camper engaged for years to come!

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TOUR CAMP: VIRTUAL TOUR!

Visit our campus right from your living room! Our 360-degree virtual tour captures an all-around visual field, giving you a realistic view of our activity spaces, cabins, waterfront, theater, and dining hall.

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reach out anytime!

One of the things families love most about us is that we’re a close-knit, independently-run camp — and you’ll always have a line to our directors.

📞 📲 Call or text 207-220-3530
💌 Welcome@medolark.com

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