A Positive Place For Boys Who Love to Play
Choosing a summer camp shouldn’t feel like a leap of faith.
Come feel camp before you decide.
Come say hello
Three ways to feel camp before you decide
No leap of faith required. Come meet the boys — in your neighborhood or right here on Long Pond.
Community event · Free
Natick Get-Together
Sat, May 9 · 10 am–1 pm · J.J. Lane Park, Natick MA
Camp comes to the neighborhood. Lawn games, pizza, ice cream, a video-game truck, and laser tag. Bring friends. Meet West End campers and staff before you ever make the drive to Maine.
On-site visit · Maine
Spring Tours
Sat & Sun, May 30–31 · Long Pond, Parsonsfield ME
Walk the cabins, dip a toe in Long Pond, and talk one-on-one with a director. A gentle way to picture your son’s summer from reveille to night lights.
Full trial day · No cost
Rookie Day
Sat, July 18 · 9 am–4 pm · Long Pond, Parsonsfield ME
Your son is paired with a Big Brother for the Day — an older camper who helps him feel at home from the first handshake. He lives the full day: sports leagues, electives, lunch in the mess hall, waterfront time, and Color-War cheers.
While he’s out there, you tour camp, meet directors, and ask every question you have.
✓ Free ✓ Boys age 6+ ✓ No prior camp experience needed
The spirit of the house
Discover the Spirit of the House
Pressure drops. Joy rises.
This is not travel-team grind culture, but the games still matter.
“When you’re one of the boys, you’re always one of the boys.”
Friendly Games
Boys cheer for each other and enjoy the moment. They play because it’s fun.
Healthy Stakes
Competition has spirit without stress. Every effort is celebrated.
Warm Coaching
Counselors model patience, kindness, and steady guidance.
Room to Try
Boys can miss a shot or learn a new skill without fear of judgment.
Growth That Lasts
Confidence grows fast when pressure is low and support is strong.
Every day at camp
Every day you'll see boys...
- ▶ Starting the day as a team
- ▶ Laughing through silly games
- ▶ Celebrating small wins
- ▶ Trying new skills with easy coaching
- ▶ Ending the day proud and relaxed
These are the moments boys remember. These are the moments that shape them.
Boys who keep coming back
Most of our boys come back. The counselors who meet them at the bus probably came up here themselves. Some grew up at camp and brought their sons. A few brought their grandsons.
Ready for summer?
Start counting down to s'mores and sunrise swims.
We still have 2-, 3-, 4-, and 7-week seats open.
First-time campers save $300 automatically. Flexible payment plans keep things easy.
Questions? info@westendhousecamp.org · 617-721-4316