Camp Waziyatah

What Camp Waziyatah does

Camp Waziyatah is a traditional co-ed overnight summer camp founded in 1922, owned and operated by the Parker family (Gregg Parker and Mitch Parker) as Camp Waziyatah L.L.C. The business delivers sleepaway camp experiences to children ages 6-16 on a 130-acre campus with 3.5 miles of private lakefront on McWain Pond in Waterford, Maine, plus a winter administrative office in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Capacity is approximately 200 campers per session supported by ~100 staff, with sessions offered in 2-, 4-, 6-, and 8-week formats priced between $6,450 and $13,150. The proprietary 'Kid's Choice' program guarantees campers receive their selected activities regardless of enrollment thresholds, distinguishing it from competitors that close low-enrollment activities.

Revenue is generated primarily through session tuition, with secondary streams from off-season facility rentals (weddings at $11,500-$12,500 per weekend; corporate and group events at $11,500 weekend or $2,000/day midweek), cabin sponsorships ($5,000/cabin), donations routed to a scholarship fund, and teen leadership programs (CIT/Junior Counselor) that operate near cost recovery. Discounts of 50% apply to active-duty military and K-12 teachers. Go-to-market is exclusively direct-to-consumer: the wazi.com website integrated with CampInTouch for enrollment, Director-led personal outreach (scheduled calls and home visits), regional in-person events in Boston and Tampa, virtual camp tours, a 'Try Camp for a Day' sampling program, and alumni-driven referrals via PFAW.

Technology is intentionally minimal. The 'No Technology' camper policy bars personal devices on-site, while back-office operations rely on third-party CampInTouch for enrollment, communication, and photo sharing, and a 'Campanion' app for parent updates. The business is ACA-accredited, has been featured twice as the filming location for Disney Channel's 'Bug Juice' docuseries, and operates a year-round event rental business that extends utilization beyond the June-August camp season. Customer segments include primary families with children 6-16, plus adjacent adult/event segments — wedding couples, corporate retreat organizers, and adult alumni who attend PFAW.

Name

Camp Waziyatah

Legal name

Camp Waziyatah L.L.C.

Website

https://wazi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1922

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Camp Waziyatah is a Parker-family-owned, traditional co-ed overnight summer camp in Waterford, Maine, serving children ages 6-16 with 2-to-8-week sessions, supplemented by year-round facility rentals for weddings and corporate events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Summer Camp Services

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), All Other Traveler Accommodation (721199)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA), Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ)

Keywords

• Summer camp programs
• Overnight youth camps
• Children adventure camps
• Teen leadership training
• Wedding venue rental

Headquarters

HQ city

Waterford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Camper Tuition: Primary revenue stream from session-based tuition for overnight summer camp sessions ranging from 2 to 8 weeks. Pricing varies by session length: 2-week short session ($6,450), 4-week sessions ($8,450 each), 6-week extended session ($12,150), and 8-week full session ($13,150). Additional fees include $250-$325 for store credit and trip surcharge, plus optional airport shuttle services.
2. Facility Rentals - Weddings: Wedding venue rental revenue with weekend packages at $11,500 (2026) or $12,500 (2027) plus linen/cleaning fees of $85-$95 per person. Midweek wedding packages available at $2,000. Additional revenue from honeymoon suite rental at $650 for weekend or $450 for midweek.
3. Facility Rentals - Corporate/Group Events: Group event venue rental including corporate retreats, sports camps, school groups, festivals, and reunions. Weekend pricing (Fri 10AM-Sun 12PM) at $11,500 plus $85/person linen and cleaning fees. Midweek (Mon-Fri) at $2,000/day with minimum 25 people, maximum 200. Sleep capacity up to 250 guests.
4. Donations and Sponsorships: Cabin sponsorship program at $5,000 per cabin with recognition plaque. Wazi 100 Club and general donations accepted. Tax-deductible donations directed to the Camp Waziyatah Scholarship Fund through the ACA Camper Scholarship Program.
5. Teen Leadership Programs: Junior Counselor internship program charging $1,000 for 8 weeks (with pre-camp training) but rebating the full amount upon successful completion, effectively making it a training program. CIT program rates are $7,450 for 4 weeks or $12,150 for 8 weeks.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Camp Waziyatah operates a traditional co-ed overnight summer camp for children ages 6-16 in Waterford, Maine, offering 2- to 8-week sessions with 30+ activities including water sports, arts, athletics, and adventure programs. Additional offerings include teen leadership programs (CIT and Junior Counselor), facility rentals for corporate and group events, weddings, a Camp for a Day program, and an annual Parents, Friends and Alumni Weekend (PFAW).

Product overview

Camp Waziyatah is a traditional co-ed overnight summer camp founded in 1922, offering a unified program of sleepaway camp experiences for children ages 6-16 at its 130-acre Maine facility. The core offering consists of summer camp sessions (2, 4, 6, or 8 weeks) featuring over 30 activities including water sports, athletics, performing arts, visual arts, adventure programs, and horseback riding. The camp operates a Kid's Choice program ensuring campers always receive their selected activities. Additional offerings include teen leadership programs (CIT and Junior Counselor) for older campers, facility rentals for group events, wedding venue services, single-day camp experiences for prospective campers, and adult alumni/family weekend retreats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Overnight Summer Camp Sessions

Quantifiable outcome

• Daily photo sharing: 50-100 photos per day shared with parents
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Portland International Jetport (PWM)minorOthersCamp Waziyatah partners with Portland International Jetport for camper arrival and departure transportation. Staff meet arriving campers at the airport and provide private van shuttle service to camp (approximately 1 hour). Departure flights must be between 12PM and 6PM.
• Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)minorOthersCamp Waziyatah partners with Boston Logan International Airport for camper transportation from the East Coast's major hub. Chartered bus service operates from the airport to camp (approximately 3 hours). Staff also meet campers at the Riverside T Station in Newton, MA.
• CampInTouchcoreTechnology or IntegrationCampInTouch provides the online enrollment platform, family dashboard, email communications, photo sharing, referral tracking, and camp management software. This is the primary technology platform for camper registration, family communications, and administrative operations.
• Bunkline OutfittersminorOthersBunkline Outfitters is the official camp store for Wazi-branded merchandise including clothing, accessories, and gear. Families can purchase Wazi apparel online and have items shipped directly to camp.
• Camp PacsminorOthersCamp Pacs is the approved care package service for Camp Waziyatah. Families can send pre-approved care packages through Camp Pacs which delivers directly to camp. Food and candy shipments from other sources are not permitted.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camp Indian Acres: Camp Indian Acres is a co-ed sleepaway camp in Fryeburg, Maine offering traditional summer programming for children. Direct geographic competitor in the Maine sleepaway segment serving the same regional family base as Camp Waziyatah.
• Camp Towanda: Camp Towanda is a co-ed sleepaway camp in Honesdale, Pennsylvania serving children in a similar age range with comparable traditional programming, athletics, water sports, and performing arts. It is one of the closest direct competitors to Camp Waziyatah in the traditional Northeastern sleepaway segment, competing for the same family demographic and price point.
• Camp Pinecliffe: Camp Pinecliffe is an all-girls sleepaway camp in Harrison, Maine — in the same Maine lake region as Camp Waziyatah — offering traditional summer programming including water sports, arts, and athletics. Direct competitor for Maine/New England families at a similar premium price point.
• Camp Laurel: Camp Laurel is a co-ed sleepaway camp in Casco, Maine with a similar traditional programming mix including water sports, athletics, arts, and adventure activities. Direct competitor at similar price point within the Maine/New England market.
• Kenwood & Evergreen Camps: Kenwood and Evergreen are sister co-ed sleepaway camps in Stoddard, New Hampshire offering traditional summer programming at premium price points. Direct New England competitor sharing ACA accreditation, multi-activity programming, and similar family demographic.
• Camp Timberlane for Boys: Camp Timberlane is a traditional boys' sleepaway camp in Woodruff, Wisconsin with multi-activity programming and ACA accreditation. Comparable in scale, longevity, and traditional overnight camp model, though serving a different geographic feeder market.
• Camp Agawak: Camp Agawak is a girls' sleepaway camp in Minocqua, Wisconsin with a long operating history and traditional multi-activity programming. Comparable in scale, longevity, and traditional overnight camp positioning, though geographically outside New England.
• Camp Wekeela for Boys and Girls: Camp Wekeela is a co-ed sleepaway camp in Hartford, Maine — operating in the same New England lakes region — focused on traditional activities and water sports. Closely comparable in offering, geographic market, and ACA-accredited safety profile.
• Camp Winadu: Camp Winadu is a traditional boys' sleepaway camp in Pittsfield, Massachusetts offering multi-activity programming comparable to Camp Waziyatah's. Direct competitor for New England families seeking traditional overnight summer camp experiences.

Emerging players

• Club Getaway: Club Getaway is a New England adult and family camp/resort that uses the traditional camp format to deliver vacation experiences with activities, lodging, and group programming. Comparable in leveraging the camp model for revenue beyond traditional children's summer sessions, especially adult/corporate groups.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/campwaziyatah
• Instagraminstagram.com/camp_waziyatah
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/campwaziyatah

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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