What Camp Pemigewassett does

Camp Pemigewassett (operating as 'Camp Pemi' or 'Pemi') is a privately-held residential summer camp founded in 1908 by three Oberlin College and Columbia Medical School graduates (Drs. Edgar Fauver, Edwin Fauver, and Dudley Reed) on 470 acres along Lower Baker Pond in Wentworth, New Hampshire. It is described as the oldest continuously family-owned boys sleepaway camp in the United States, now in its 4th generation of stewardship under the founding Fauver and Reed families, and announced a transition to nonprofit status in 2026. The camp operates a multi-session residential program for boys ages 8-15 (Full 7-week session, 1st 3-week session, 2nd 4-week session, and a Two-Week Introduction for new 8-10 year olds), plus a Pemi West 16s leadership wilderness program delivered in partnership with Montana Wilderness School, a week-long Family Camp, and a Women's Weekend retreat for adults 21+. Program areas span Sports, Water Sports, Nature, Creative Arts, and Hiking & Canoeing, delivered with a 1:2 staff-to-camper ratio across 22 cabins housing 6-10 campers each.

The business model is direct-to-consumer, seasonal subscription-style tuition charged per session, with pricing ranging from $5,250 (Two-Week Intro) to $12,150 (Full Session, ages 13-15), a $1,000 non-refundable deposit, a $300 brothers discount, and a 3% credit card surcharge. Enrollment runs through the CampInTouch online application platform, supplemented by regional open houses across San Francisco, Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts, virtual info sessions, and personal consultations with Director Kenny Moore via Calendly. Camper-funnel support includes a structured alumni referral network and the Pemi Camper Scholarship Fund, which grants over $300K annually to more than 50 campers through the American Camp Association's 501(c)(3) channel.

Operationally, the camp is accredited by the American Camp Association, licensed by the state of New Hampshire, and draws campers from 24-28 US states and 6-10 countries each summer, with an 82% eligible-camper return rate. The technology layer is conventional and operational rather than differentiated: CampInTouch and CampMinder for enrollment and parent communication, RegFox for adult-program registration, Calendly for visit scheduling, and Ship Camps for luggage logistics. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the entity is privately held with no external institutional capital, private equity, or venture funding indicated.

Name

Camp Pemigewassett

Legal name

Camp Pemigewassett

Website

https://camppemi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1908

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Camp Pemigewassett is a privately-held, fourth-generation family-owned residential summer camp in Wentworth, NH, operating since 1908 for boys ages 8-15, with related leadership, family, and women's retreat programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Summer Camp

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

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), Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO)

Keywords

• Residential summer camp
• Boys sleepaway camp
• Wilderness leadership program
• Family camp retreat
• Summer youth programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Plymouth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Summer Camp Tuition: Seasonal residential camp tuition charged per session. Full session (7 weeks), 1st session (3 weeks), 2nd session (4 weeks), and two-week introduction program for new campers. Tuition is all-inclusive covering activities, trips, and specialty programming.
2. Pemi West 16s Program: Advanced wilderness leadership program for 16-year-olds featuring Montana canoeing and backpacking excursion plus optional counselor apprentice program.
3. Family Camp: Week-long family营地 accommodation with activities, meals, and programming for families wanting to experience Pemi. Various accommodation types from rustic cabins to houses.
4. Women's Weekend: Weekend retreat for women 21+ featuring keynote speaker, activities, meals, and accommodation options from rustic cabins to houses.
5. Camper Scholarships (Outbound): Camp grants over $300K in camper scholarships to more than 50 campers annually, funded by founding families, alumni, and the Rittner Fund. Not revenue, but significant financial outflow.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Camp Pemigewassett operates a traditional residential summer camp for boys ages 8-15 on a 470-acre site on Lower Baker Pond in Wentworth, NH, offering multi-session programs (2-week intro, 3-week, 4-week, and 7-week full session). Beyond the core boys camp, the company sells the Pemi West 16s leadership wilderness program in Montana, a week-long Family Camp, and a Women's Weekend retreat for adults 21+.

Product overview

Camp Pemigewassett is a traditional residential summer camp offering a multi-session program for boys ages 8-15, with sessions ranging from 2 weeks (introductory) to 7 weeks (full session). The core camp program is organized into five program areas: Sports, Water Sports, Nature, Creative Arts (music, woodworking, crafts, drama), and Hiking & Canoeing. Beyond the core boys camp, Pemi offers the Pemi West 16s Leadership Program featuring wilderness adventures in Montana, Family Camp for multi-generational groups, and Women's Weekend retreats for adult women. The camp operates from its 470-acre facility on Lower Baker Pond in Wentworth, NH, with accommodations in 22 cabins housing 6-10 boys each.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pemi West – 16s Program: Leadership skills wilderness adventure program for 16-year-olds featuring canoeing and backpacking in Montana, in partnership with Montana Wilderness School, plus optional Counselor Apprentice Program.
• Family Camp
• Women's Weekend

Products and services

• Summer Camp - Full Session (7 weeks) Seven-week residential summer camp experience for boys ages 8-15 at Camp Pemigewassett in Wentworth, NH. All-inclusive tuition covers activities, meals, accommodations, and specialty hiking/canoe trips.
• Summer Camp - 1st Session (3 weeks) Three-week residential summer camp session for boys ages 8-15 at Camp Pemigewassett. All-inclusive tuition covers activities, meals, accommodations, and specialty programs.
• Summer Camp - 2nd Session (4 weeks) Four-week residential summer camp session for boys ages 8-15 at Camp Pemigewassett. All-inclusive tuition covers activities, meals, accommodations, and specialty programs.
• Two Week Introduction Program Two-week introductory program for new campers ages 8, 9, or 10. Allows younger first-time campers to experience camp with a shorter commitment.
• Pemi West - 16s Program Leadership-focused wilderness adventure program for 16-year-olds. Includes two-week canoeing and backpacking excursion in Montana with Montana Wilderness School, plus optional Counselor Apprentice Program back at camp.
• Family Camp Week-long family camp experience at Pemi's grounds for families and friends. Includes cabin or house accommodations, meals, activities (hiking, water sports, archery, arts), and access to camp facilities.
• Women's Weekend Weekend retreat for women 21 and older. Includes meals, accommodations, keynote speaker event, group activities, and use of camp facilities.
• Camper Scholarships & Financial Aid Need-based financial assistance providing upwards of $300K in scholarships to more than 50 campers annually, funded by the Reed and Fauver families, alumni, current families, and the Rittner Fund. Channeled via the ACA 501(c)(3) for tax-deductible donations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 82% return rate among eligible campers
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Montana Wilderness SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for the Pemi West 16s Program. Boys spend a week canoeing on the Upper Missouri River and a week backpacking in the Tobacco Roots Mountains, learning wilderness skills, leadership, conservation, and ecology from Montana Wilderness School outdoor educators.
• American Camp Association (ACA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerACA serves as the charitable 501(c)(3) organization through which donors can contribute to the Pemi Camper Scholarship Fund with tax-deductible gifts. ACA also provides accreditation and standards framework.
• Ship CampsminorOthersRecommended logistics partner for shipping duffles and camp gear to camp. Simplifies the process of getting campers' belongings to camp before arrival.
• New Hampshire Indigenous Collaborative CollectiveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsultation partnership for developing land acknowledgment statement recognizing the Abenaki, Pennacook, and Wabanaki Peoples as traditional stewards of the land where camp is located.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camp Moosilauke: Premier boys residential summer camp in Orford, NH, founded in 1904. Directly comparable in geography, target demographic (boys ages 8-15), program breadth, premium pricing, and traditional 'old camp' positioning.
• Camp Winaukee: Boys residential summer camp in Harrison, ME, founded in 1920. Similar program structure (sports, water sports, adventure), 7-week session model, and premium-market positioning.
• Camp Cobbossee: Boys residential summer camp in Kents Hill, ME, founded in 1902. Closely comparable in size, sports/athletics emphasis, and traditional New England sleepaway structure.
• Camp Laurel (Maine): Boys residential summer camp in Mount Vernon, ME, founded in 1950. Comparable in multi-activity programming, premium pricing tier, and traditional New England boys camp profile.
• Camp Kenwood & Evergreen: Sibling boys and girls camps located in NH. Closely comparable in academic/enrichment philosophy, multi-activity structure, and premium positioning, despite co-ed format.
• Camp Towanda: Boys residential summer camp in Honesdale, PA, founded in 1920. Comparable in multi-activity programming, traditional sleepaway model, and premium-tier pricing.
• Camp Wicosuta: Girls residential summer camp in Hebron, NH, founded in 1919. Similar premium positioning, 4-week session model, and traditional New England sleepaway camp operations; same competitive set though opposite gender.
• Camp Walden (Maine): Boys residential summer camp in West Paris, ME. Comparable in size, programming breadth, and traditional boys camp operating model.

Emerging players

• Steve & Kate's Camp: Multi-location day and overnight camp operator with a tech-enabled, flexible model. Comparable in targeting affluent families and offering self-directed programming, but differs in day-camp mix and multi-site scale.

Others

• American Camp Association (ACA): Industry association that accredits U.S. camps (Pemi is ACA-accredited) and serves as the 501(c)(3) vehicle for the Pemi Campership Fund. Relevant as the governing/credentialing body rather than a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses6 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/camppemi

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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