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The best traditional New England summer camps.

The short answer

A traditional New England camp is one that feels older than the kids who go there. The best ones share a few things: a lake, a long history, a director who has been there for a long time, and a culture that has not been overhauled in the last ten years. Below is a shortlist that meets all four criteria.

What makes a traditional camp "traditional"

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The five things to look for

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The shortlist (with disclosure on K&E)

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How to think about cost relative to value

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What you trade off when you go traditional

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FAQ

Common questions.

What does "traditional camp" actually mean?

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Are New England camps worth the travel from out of state?

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What is the difference between coed and brother-sister?

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