Camp Waziyatah reviews

I cant say enough good things about Camp Waziaytah, from the moment we signed up the first year everybody has been so nice and helpful. Mitch and Gregg greeted my daughter and i the first day of camp and reassured me that she would be in good hands during her stay. Not only did Mitch and Gregg make us feel welcome, the counselors did as well. She enjoys the wide variety of activities offered there, and I loved seeing how excited she was after coming home from her first year at camp and finally knowing how to waterski. There are just so many different activities for kids of all ages! I love that my daughter has the opportunity to meet people from all over the world, and has formed lifelong friendships. Camp Waziaytah is a topic of conversation in our house year round!

Working at Camp Waziyatah completely changed my life! Being an international and deciding to work at a camp in America was very nerve racking and didn't know what to expect. Now looking back I don't how those thought ever crossed my mind, as the second I stepped onto Wazi ground it immediately felt like home and I never wanted to leave. It by far was the best summer I have ever had and can’t imagine my summers will ever compete. It’s amazing to see kids grow in just a few weeks and how comfortable they feel soon as they arrive no matter if they are returners or newbies like me. Soon as you drive into camp you immediately have so many friends that will stay in your life forever. Camp friends are friends like no other, they are family too. I'm so glad I will be returning this summer as I can't imagine doing anything else. Counting down the days!

My kids absolutely LOVE camp Wazi. They will be going for the third time this summer, and I need to mention that we live in California, all the way on the West Coast. The camp is a family run business and it feels like one - everyone know everyone else, the kids get a ton of personal attention and campers have been returning for years (this is probably the most impressive part). Grown-up campers become counselors, so they can continue attending. Kids are making memories that will warm their hearts for years to come, and I can only think "I wish my parents had sent me to camp".... Wholeheartedly recommended!

Our daughter has been lucky enough to attend Camp Waziyatah for the past six years.Wazi has enriched her in ways that are indescribable,but very apparent to a parent.Wazi has provided her with a safe loving environment.Our daughter has gained confidence in her abilities.She is not afraid to try new things,has made friendships that will last a lifetime.She has become self-reliant,but learned to be part of a team.The directors,Gregg & Mitch know every child’s name, they greet each family upon arrival at camp & make sure each child is settled in.At Wazi,the older and younger kids get to spend time together.I love this, and so did our daughter,first as a younger child, and then as an older one.The older kids always watch out for the little ones, they learn from each other and share a special connection.Wazi is a place where magic is fostered,where kids are loved,and nurtured and encouraged in every way.Each year the only drawback for me has been that I can’t be a kid again and attend Wazi!

From first learning about Wazi & meeting directors, we have been pleased with the Wazi experience. I had not considered a 2+wk sleepaway camp before but after a 1-1 mtg with the director, I was reassured it was the camp to try. I appreciate the time he took to answer questions & share his enthusiasm for managing a camp. My son had a great experience. He bonded with cabinmates, counselors & staff. He went beyond his comfort zone & tried new activities he never would have had the opportunity to do like horsebacking riding. He liked being able to choose his activities & change it up during his stay. I valued the change in pace & environment he experienced. Even with all the activities,he relaxed. Cabins were clean & comfortable. Beautiful spot on the lake, tall trees, open fields. Great escape from a hectic schedule of school sports & screens. We felt informed & connected with what was happening while at camp. Pictures posted daily. Have participated in post-camp events. Highly recommend

Our son George attended second session at Camp Wazi this past summer and had a blast! He raved about the food, the new friends he met and the activities. George still keeps in touch with cabin friends and asked if he could return to camp the moment he got off the bus. As a family we were very pleased with his first sleep away camp experience and recommend Wazi to families looking for a well rounded fun packed summer experience for their child. Most Importantly, Wazi very quickly became George's home away from home and we cant wait for him to create new memories next summer!

It is hard to fit into 1000 characters the impact that Camp Wazi has had on me over these past five years. I have attended Camp as both a camper and as a staff member, and each year, the love I have for this place grows. The staff is dedicated, well trained, and committed to making sure that every child has the best possible summer. These past two years, I have had the opportunity to watch my two siblings attend Wazi, and get a front row seat to watching them mature in both responsibility and character. They are definitely better kids for attending this place. It is truly hard to describe the essence that exists within the magic of Wazi. Maybe its the timeless traditions maintained, or the rustic and beautiful scenery, but there is something in the Wazi air that is indescribable. If I had the chance to return every year, I would take it. Even as an adult, I learn more and more about who I am, and who I want to be on those grounds. I cannot thank Wazi enough for all it has done for me.

This was my first time working at Camp Wazi this past summer and boy was it a heck of a summer! The experiences that campers have during their camp sessions are truly special and can only be found at a place like Wazi. From a staff member standpoint it is rewarding to see kids try new things here, that they maybe wouldn't do outside of Wazi. Camp I believe is a true life changing experience for anyone and the confidence that it instills in someone is beyond amazing. The world would be a better place if it had more Wazi campers out in society!

After many tearful hugs, we pulled out of camp, heartily waving goodbye to the throng of smiling counselors and campers. On the road, the girls babbled away with stories and songs and promptly fell asleep, draped over one another. On switch, off. My husband and I looked at one another, astonished, but also with the serenity of knowing your kids just had an experience of a lifetime and were better for it. It was also truly comforting to know we had nothing to do with it working out. With the help of Wazi’s traditions, staff, and ethos of caring, they did it all themselves. We cannot recommend Camp Waziyatah enough. The counselors were fantastic, never-ending reserves of positive energy and genuine caretakers of the campers and the culture of the camp. Of course, the usual “kid social things” that happen but it never felt unsafe or unwelcoming. Our girls said the counselors we awesome and the other kids were fun, inviting, friendly, and “we can’t wait to see them next summer!”

Being a first time camper as a CIT this past summer was one of the best things I have ever done. I met friends from all over the world at Camp Waziyatah, and those friendships will last a lifetime. The staff members all made me feel welcome at camp and they are people I will always look up to. The camp itself was beautifully maintained, and with so many activities, there is something for everyone. From Visual Arts to Water Skiing, there is never a dull moment at Camp! Camp also encouraged me to be myself, try new things, and most importantly camp taught me leadership. I can't wait to be back soon and I am so thankful to be a part of the Wazi family!

This was the first year that my girls attended Camp Wazi - and they are already asking when they can go back. The camp is well maintained, the staff is very organized, and the counselors work hard to create a friendly, safe, and structured environment. There is something for everyone. I am proud that we are now part of the Wazi family! KEB 2014

We never thought of ourselves as the kind of people who would send our child away to summer camp, but we took a leap of faith this past summer and send our daughter to Camp Wazi. The two weeks that our daughter spent at Wazi have changed her life and have changed our entire view of the immense value of summer camp. She returned to us confident, self-reliant, resilient, competent, happy, and feeling like a deeply valued member of a special community. Since she returned she has been in almost constant contact with the many wonderful friends she has made from around the world - here in the Boston area, Miami, Colorado, Mexico City, Paris, New Mexico, etc. We are sold 100% on this incredible experience for children.

My two children love this camp! The property is beautiful and well maintained, the staff is amazing and they have a plethora of great activities. The kids have been to other camps but this is the only one they beg to go back to...Jo-Ann Z.

Camp Wazi Nia G Summer 2013 Experience (Age 13) Written: September 2013 This summer camp Wazi was an amazing experience for me. It wasn’t like any other camp which I had been to before…it was fresh, new and exciting. They welcome you with open arms and give you love no matter what. They accept all differences and it was a wonderful experience. I felt as if I had been there for years. There were so many fun activities which are one of a kind like “Socials” every Friday, prom, running for Camp Director for the day and lip-synching. There were just so many crazy fun, new experiences which you just won’t find anywhere else but Camp Wazi. I loved it and I now consider Camp Wazi, my home away from home.

My daughter spent 3 wonderful summers there. She made a lot of new fiends and was truly happy. It is a safe and beautiful environment with lots of activities and fun stuff to do. She loved every single moment she spent there, even the food. Her first summer she was 10 years old and she spend a full 4 weeks there without us visiting, and the first thing that she said when she saw us at the airport was: Can I go back next year ? The owners are two brothers that really care about each of the children individually and do everything they can to keep them happy while camp is in session. I will highly recommend it.

Everyone, at some point in their lives, should have a Wazi summer. There is truly nothing like it. As a staff member for their 2013 season, I was skeptical about what working at a summer camp would entail. What I learned, however, was through the love and devotion to preserving what it means to be a kid, the Parker family has nurtured into being a place where children can severe their ties to the digital world and live in the moment. With a wide variety of activities, a culture laden with tradition, and the back drop of woodland Maine, Wazi has it all. What impressed me most about Camp Waziyatah was the environment the counselors work so hard to preserve for the kids. The whole camp unites as a family, with nobody left on the outskirts. In a whole summer I never saw any child without something to do and a friend to do it with. I am so proud to be a part of Camp Waziyatah and would recommend this camp to anybody looking to provide their children with a summer camp experience.

Our daughter has been attending Camp Waziyatah for the past five years. We love that she has had the wonderful opportunity to spend her summers in the beautiful surroundings of Maine. Wazi has helped her develop confidence, independence and resiliency by fostering a safe, supportive and caring environment. We look forward to sending her year after year to continue to grow and have fun in such a wonderful place.

I can say without exaggeration that working for Camp Waziyatah has been the best experience of my life. I signed on thinking i was going to have a pretty fun summer in Maine, but watching and playing a role in the way that Wazi positively shapes the lives of the youngsters that attend turned out to be completely transformative for me as well. It was in the way that every single child that stepped foot on the camp became a happier, more outgoing version of themselves, seeing a child reach the top of the climbing tower after being too scared to come near it just two days earlier, then stand up on water skis and learn to ride a horse for the first time. The Parkers have truly poured their heart and soul into making Wazi a safe and exciting camp experience - from the authentic and very well maintained facilities, to the meticulously selected counselors that forge true life-long connections with their campers. In a very real way, Wazi is the greatest place I've ever been!

My daughter has gone to Wazi for 6 years and she loves every minute of it! She has made friends from all over the US and from several other countries. The camp provides a great, safe and supportive environment. The staff and facilities are wonderful.

After attending Camp Waziyatah for 6 straight summers, I can honestly say that my camp experiences have shaped me into the person that I am today. A combination of memories leaning to sail on Lake McWain as a camper, mastering all of Baker Jim's recipes as a Junior Counselor, and developing leadership skills as a counselor laid the foundation for my expectations out of life. Camp Waziyatah truly gives kids a world of good, creating a safe environment to where they can create memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. A combination of beautiful lakefront scenery, an enthusiastic staff, and good old camp tradition, makes for the summer of a lifetime. Though my years spent at camp have come to an end, I will always look back on my time there with fondness.

My daughter Sydney is 17 and has been at Wazi for the past 5 years. This summer will be her 6th and final summer. She's gone from scared yet excited camper for 3 years, to proud CIT, then busy JC. This year she hopes to be a staffer. I cannot say enough about WAZI. She LOVES it. So much so that her college essays are titled "Wazi: Where Happiness Lives". The friendships she's formed are deep, true and will last a lifetime. The camp has a nurturing and stimulating culture that has given her such a sense of belonging and mindfulness. I was terrified the first year. It felt like I sent her off into the great beyond. Its nerve wracking the first year! When she came back to Miami, I asked "on a scale of 1-10, how did you like it'? She said 42! Gregg and Mitch really love the camp and have taken great pains to ensure the campers have an unforgettable, life changing summer, each and EVERY year. I have recommended Wazi to parents whose kids were skeptical but are now converts. Go WAZI!

I spent two years at Waziyatah as a counselor and can tell you that it was one of the greatest experiences of my life. I was tentative at first, but adapted to my surroundings and genuinely enjoyed the Wazi way of life. My cabin was not just a place to sleep, it became a home. My campers were not just faces from New York, Florida and California; they were unique guys with individual skills and identities. But before I even knew it, the summer was already ending. After a few tear-filled days and hundreds of phone numbers and Facebook names exchanged, everyone went their separate ways and found themselves back in the real world. But even after camp, I could feel a real change. I wholeheartedly believe every kid should spend a summer at Wazi; whether they are social butterflies or shy they will become more well-rounded individuals and find strengths they never thought they had. I can almost guarantee by the end of the summer that they will be begging to go back.

My child has been going to Camp Waziyatah for several years. I remember the first year we sent her for only two weeks to see how she would like it, and after one week we got the call begging us to extend her to 4 weeks! Since that time, every year when she gets home, she starts to count off days until summer again. The owners of Wazi and the staff have created an amazing environment for the kids to learn, grow and build lifelong friendships. They are always responsive to answering questions, keeping you updated on your child and ensuring their individual needs are met. In such a picturesque setting, it's no wonder why our child doesn't want to leave. Every year has been better than the next for us and our child. Not only is it a very special place, but the staff creates a bond that last far beyond summer.

My daughter has been going to Wazi for 4 summers. We love the camp and the Parker family. She is so happy when she is at camp. She refers to it as her other home. The campers are great and the staff is wonderful. She has developed life long friendships. She loves doing theater and water sports. And she loves the food.

Camp Waziyatah was the best experience of my daughters life! We are counting down the days until the first session this Summer - but thank god for Facebook and Instagram so that she is in constant contact with her 12 new best friends. I researched many camps and thank god we found Wazi!! It has changed my 13 year olds and my families life forever. I never went to sleep away camp and I was very nervous about the experience - but to wake up everyday to see pictures of your child Happy, Safe and enjoying activities they have never done before was incredible. Of course the setting is beautiful but I can't say enough about the Owners, the counselors, nurses, travel coordinators and according to my daughter...the kitchen staff. How is it possible that my child raves about cooked carrots!!!! Thank you so much Wazi family for all of your hard work, guidance and love for all of your campers --- We can't wait to see you in 6 months.

This was a great experience for my son. He had a wonderful summer, made new friends, tried new activities, and came back a better person.I highly recommend this camp and the Waziyata family.

The best decision we've made in a long time was sending our 9 year old son and 11 year old daughter to Camp Wazi this summer for 4 weeks! From the night in February when Gregg and Natalia Parker (the owners) came to our home to spend over an hour with our kids talking about the camp and answering all of their questions, to the first day when our slightly timid kids walked onto the camp and was greeted immediately by wonderful counselors and staff! Every day, my kids tried new things, made amazing friendships with kids from all over the country and gained an independence and confidence that is simply priceless! Our kids are already asking to go for longer next summer! Gregg Parker was incredibly responsive to any of my questions or concerns and even went as far as to call me to update me on my son (who I had not seen in a picture yet on the first day! This is the best money we've spent and we highly recommend this wonderful, family owned camp.

My daughter went to Wazi for the first time last year, she was 14. It was an amazing experience : she enjoyed making new friends from all over the world, activities all day, outdoor spirit, excellent food, beautiful setting and we have been happy about the organization, communication from the staff, personal attention from Gregg and Mitch. In our today’s digital world, it is also fantastic to discover a place where they can disconnect and come back to great values: friendship and nature. Of course she wanted to come back this year and I registered her for 2 weeks. She begged for an extension and told me that she was so busy and so happy that she really wanted to stay the full 4 weeks session. We miss her but the pictures show her always smiling and so joyful that we accepted to wait 2 more weeks to see her back home!

My 13 y.o. daughter tried this camp after being talked into it by her best friend last year, and it was the best thing she EVER did!! It was a life changing experience for her. My shy and reserved daughter came back from camp all smiles and confidence. The camp staff bent over backwards to accommodate her so that she could attend camp with her best friend, so that it wouldn't be a scary and overwhelming experience- even allowing her to come "off session" due to a pre-booked family vacation. Although that meant she arrived late, and the other campers had already bonded, the staff and campers welcomed her with open arms and made her feel part of the group instantly. She tried many new activities, made diverse friendships, stretched herself in ways none of us thought possible, and made memories that will last a lifetime! As she embarked on a new high school search this year, she drew on her camp experiences to help find her way. When I say "life changing", I mean it!!

My children have attended Camp Wazi for the last five summers as campers and now they are counselors. To sum it up my daughters live for the summmer. The Camp Waziyatah experience has changed there life. They have built lifelong friendships and experiences that they will remember for there lifetime. The Parkers are amazing "hands on" camp owners and directors and have made camp a wonderful home for my kids each summer. The camp itself is on the most gorgeous, picturesque piece of property with the charm of Maine and the facilities are rustic and comfortable. My children love their activities on the lake. They learned to water ski and they are lifeguards as counselors so they can continue to spend time doing what they love to do. They love the organized games and look forward to the yearly contests. They even look forward to eating in the dining hall and especially enjoy theme nights like yummy taco night. The value of Camp Wazi for me is priceless. We will be back!

Our son is 12 and Camp Wazi was his first "away" camp experience. We learned about Camp Wazi through a Camp Fair in NH. We were immediately drawn to the Camp's mission & values; environment; Maine setting; and all the activities they enjoy. Brad was a bit apprehensive to leave his dog and us for 2 weeks; however, on the day we arrived, the assimilation was fantastic! We enjoyed about an hour of touring and getting to know new friends at Wazi with Brad before we set him off into his journey. Having the ability to call the Counselors to check in on Brad on occasion; as well as to send him emails and receive a few postcards from him was a GREAT way to allow Brad the autonomy to participate in a true camp experience! We highly recommend Camp Wazi and Brad looks forward to his next reunion with Bunk-mates and friends from all over the Country! Bursey family

As a former Wazi staff member I'd like to tailor this review to "newbie" parents. I hadn't considered sending my children to sleepaway camp but had the opportunity to work there last summer and my teen kids came along, as well. I had a great vantage point in that I could observe all of the kids, including my own, and learned a lot about the camp experience in general and what makes Wazi special in particular. I enjoyed watching my shy teens jump right into the action, welcomed as if they were old timers. Seeing 150 campers living full time without the usual parental/household influences was fascinating. I saw relationship building, problem solving, tremendous love and support, and all of the usual humor, fun, games, and noise. I finally "got" what camp is all about. Mitch and Gregg Parker are clearly devoted to their camp, and work hard at safeguarding all aspects of camp life. To sum it up: I'm putting my money where my mouth is and transitioning from staff to paying customer!

What a blast!!! I visited Maine last summer for a tour of camps with my 7 y/o daughter. Wazi was 3rd camp we saw. Spent two days there and she didn't want to leave. (We didn't bother going to the 4th camp on the list.) The facilities were great; staff and campers even better! Her favorites were water skiing (camp has its own end of a private picturesque lake); climbing wall; the "blob"; arts. Makes a parent feel great seeing child having so much fun. She'll be back with her new friends (and to make more) this summer. A bit hesitant to send her so young, but she got tons of great support and attention from staff and other campers. The camp has a wonderful sense of community where all campers see each other everyday, so great for those who want to send siblings away together. Wazi was exactly what I envisioned when I was trying to figure out the perfect camp for my daughter (and my son in a couple more years). Will update my review after this summer, but don't expect any changes.

I have 3 kids ages 14, 12, and 10 that have been going to Camp Wazi for the past 3 years. Every year when I pick them up at the end of camp they tell me how amazing camp is and can't wait to go back. They have met many new people from all over the world and have made many new friends. Camp Wazi is a great all around activities camp offering lots of sports and water activities.

The rating "excellent" or "superlative" should be used for this camp, not "good" as your scale shows. My daughter has attended Wazi for the last 2 summers and lives and breathes for camp as a result of her experience there. Bonds developed w/friends for the rest of her life will form a sisterhood she would never have had it not been for Wazi. Besides friends, interests she never knew she had have been sparked with the activities offered. Wazi provides a safe environment in which to grow, mature and practice her individuality. Camp owners Mitch and Greg have encouraged this, offering her the opportunity to demonstrate leadership skills in a very direct manner as she was elected captain of one of the Color War teams. As a result, she has planned her next 4 summers there to be CIT/counselor. Mitch and Greg have created a very special environment I haven't seen at other camps. In short, my daughter's life has been and will be enhanced by her Wazi experiences.

I was a staff member at this camp for three years and would recommend it to anyone considering a summer camp. The directors put such a strong emphasis on making sure you have a positive influence on the campers I found it to be an incredibly rewarding experience to work there. One thing I found so great about working at this camp was how well the director's did at making it more of a home than a summer camp. When a child is away from home for the first time there is a lot of apprehension that may come with being away from home and the directors made sure that every staff member was completely trained to handle this situation efficiently. I personally felt that I matured an incredible amount while working at this camp. I learned so much about diversity that I'm confident that Waziyatah truly bettered me as a person and I feel it has the same influence on the camper. I recommend this camp to any one who wants to send their child somewhere that can have a great influence on their child.

This is my 8th summer at wazi and words cannot describe how much I love it there. I basically grew up at this camp and learned so many things that school could never teach me. You start of the session being complete strangers with someone and you leave camp being best friends. The friends I made here I keep in touch with all year round and probably will keep in touch with for the rest of my life. All year camp is all I can think about and where I want to be, when camp finally starts you just feel at home again, it's a feeling out of this world. When leaving, its always hard to say goodbye. I could never even being to describe how this camp has impacted and changed me as a person, I can't even imagine what I would be like today without it. I feel so unbelievably lucky to have experience such an amazing thing in my life, the experience is worth all the money in the world. I could go on and on for hours, but let me just say that every summer is unforgettable and I will remember forever.

Waziyatah is so amazing its indescribable. It is my home and the place where i am right now is just a place that i have to stay at until I get to go back to my real home, Wazi Camp waziyatah changed my life in so many ways. This camp has taught me some of the most important qualities of life. Without it my life would be in pieces and I would still be scrambling to try and put it back together if it was not for this camp. Every single detail about this camp is indescribable. My family has grown so big with all of the amazing people I have been #blessed with. Every single detail about this camp is beautiful. All the activities I have learned will only take me farther in life. This camp has made me pee my pants with joy every summer. Gregg and Mitch have honestly done such a awesome job running it, the stories they tell at camp fire are life long lessons. Just like not everyone can dance, not everyone can run a camp but gregg and mitch where born for it. Come to Wazi to experience this!

This is my daughters 4th year going to Wazi and I had the privilege of visiting the camp this year. Now I know why my daughter counts the days until summer camp. WOW was it beautiful! Not only beautiful but the activities they have for the kids are first rate and in abundance. The staff are so involved that no kid is left w/o having a great time and getting to pick what they want to do. I was even impressed with the selection of food! Money well spent in my book, in actuality don't tell Wazi but they are very reasonably priced comparatively speaking and we researched a lot! Maybe it was the kid in me reminiscing but I didn't want to leave visitors day at Wazi!!

I have to say I do not usually write reviews but I have to because of my experience with Camp WAZI. My son went away to camp for the first time ever and has WAZI "fever"! Not only do they have amazing outdoor activities and he learned how to ski and sail for the first time...he is more mature and learned such a sense of community and made lifelong friends. He has been counting down the days until camp starts again...28 days to go ...I have to say that Mitch and Gregg Parker are doing an amazing job and we are looking forward to another incredible summer!!

Words cannot express how Wazi has changed my kids lives. They have met life long friends, have become independent and have gained so much self confidence. The staff is amazing and the owners truly love kids. One of the best things that Wazi does to separate themselves from any other camp is that the kids have the feedom to choose every activitiy that they go to throughout the day and at meals, they are reunited with their best friends and bunk mates. I love this!!! Wazi really advocates individuality and at the same time there is an insane amount of camaraderie amoung all the kids at Wazi. I went to camp my whole life in North Carolina and you cannot compare the beauty and the experience that Maine/Wazi offers. I wish I could spend my summers there too :)! To sum it up, there is no better camp for your kids!

Wazi is an amazing place! The whole camp looks like it came straight out of a storybook. The cabins, the woods, the lake, campfire, its perfect. In fact, the only thing better than WHERE Wazi is, is WHO Wazi is. Everyone is happy to be there. The counsellors love their job, the campers have a great time, it truly is a magical place and the best summer you will ever have!!!

I went to Camp Waziyatah last year, and it was the best summer of my life! I'm 11 years old, and when I heard about Wazi, it looked amazing, but I was so nervous about attending, I was sacred of not knowing anyone, and of the staff being mean, and especially of the food! But, it was the EXACT opposite. The staff was amazing! I LOVED my counselors, they were so nice, funny, and cool, and when I was feeling slightly homesick, they were there to talk, and comfort! The activities and facilites are beautiful, especially the grounds, they were GORGEOUS! The food was sublime! I ate so much, and I normally have a very small appetite! The activities are so amazing, there are many differen kinds of activities, and I lurned how to SAIL, SURF, and WATERSKI! The people are so nice, I made tons of new friends! Last but ot least, they pay attetion to you, the staff try to learn your name and they speak to you whenever you pass! When I was homesick my counselors were there to help me!

I was a camper, CIT, and Staff at Wazi and love the camp. I still talk with staff from the camp and I'm very happy with the new owners and the work they are putting into the camp. If you are looking for a traditional camp that has been updated to meet the needs of today's campers this is the camp for you.

Camp Wazi is a fantastic camp. My daughter, who's not a big outdoor girl, loves the camp and talks about it all year long, counting the days till she can go back again. Along with a new appreciation for the beauty of nature (their location is spectacular), she has formed deep, lasting friendships. The owners and staff are caring and creative, teaching the kids new skills in fun, imaginative ways. I highly, highly recommend this camp. This is our third year, and we couldn't be happier with the experience.

my son was hesitant going off to camp last year for the first time as an 11 year old. After 2 weeks he wanted to stay longer! He grew as a person, became more independent and had tons of fun! I was concerned that he would have some trouble as a vegan, but the staff took excellent care of him and met his individual needs. He looks forward to returning and even has his 2 younger siblings eager to try Waziyata as well!

My son was apprehensive about going but ending up loving it, and stayed longer than originally planned! It was a terrific experience for him and we are so happy that he went.

What a beautiful and great camp Wazi is! A place I went to as a a child and now send my two daughters to ever year and they are so happy! They love the counselors, the kids and all a ll the activities. They even love the food and the fabulous baker.I love that they meet and befriend kids from around the world, That they can learn and participate in all different sports and activities, day and night. They are the happiest campers and happiest kids when they are at Wazi.

I am a counselor at Wazi and I have found working there to be an amazing experience! The campers are awesome and I really enjoy working with the directors Gregg and Mitch. I completely disagree with the comment that the camp is going down the drain, as I see it getting better and better every year with new activities and events! I think the only way this camp is moving is up and that all the counselors working there enjoy it just as much as the campers!

Being from Colorado, it is not like there is a shortage of quality camps nearby for me to send my two daughters, but after seeing what Camp Waziyatah in Maine was all about, we had no choice. The kids and staff there are from all parts of the world, which definitely adds an element that is missed in the middle of the continent. Also, there are considerable more(and wide ranging) activities offered there as compared to other camps. My daughters were encouraged to try things that they would not necessarily get to do here and I suspect it was that "try new things" mentality that now has them constantly seeking new adventures here. My daughters will be going there for their third year now (they started at ages 10 and 8), and I suspect that they will be Wazi Campers until they reach the age where they are eligible to become Wazi Counselors. We were originally referred to Wazy from other camper's parents, and we are now happy to refer others.

Waziyatah has been my summer home for 9 years. I can't imagine what my summers would be without it. The camp has wonderful staff who truly care about both their campers and the activities they lead. The campers are from all over (national and international), but no matter their differences, Wazi teaches the values of acceptance, true friendship, and love. Wazi has brought me amazing friends and has shaped me into the person I am today and I am grateful for the opportunities I have had there. I look forward to a 10th year as a staff member!

This camp has gone the drain since greg has arrived. You can see that the staff is unhappy and it shows through their performance. Wazi is such a magical that is turning in to terrible place because of greg.

Our daughter has gone to Camp Wazi for the last three years and as she puts it "Camp Wazi is my favorite thing in the whole wide world!!". The camp is simply beautiful, the owners and counselors are first rate! Your kids will have the time of their lives and you will enjoy some time to yourselves knowing your kids are in great hands.

My daughter has been attending Wazi for 3 summers. She absolutely loves it. I cannot say enough about her amazing experience. She counts the days for camp! She has made so many friends all over the country. She really gets a chance to do amazing activities-this year she learned to slalom water ski. She just loves that the place is beautiful, the people are so nice, and she gets to sing, dance, water ski,play basketball and have fun!

Camp Waziyatah is one of the most amazing camps that I have had the pleasure of visiting in all my experience. They have such a wonderful range of activities, trips off camp, expeditions, theatrical performances, sports competitions with other camps, spirit lifting camp fires and amazing memories. This camp has something which is hard to find these days - a real heart. It is a place that so many people return to each and every year and also a place where new friends can come along and begin building their Wazi memories. It has been an honour to become part of the Waziyatah family and I hope that people continue to come for many more years. The camp is starting to shine brighter than ever before - this is a place that any child will feel right at home. Don't miss out on letting your children start building their own dreams at the most beautiful place in the world that I know.

This camp offers campers many activities with a sole focus on fun. Parents are the source of $, but aren't informed of what's going on, even upon request. The management appears disorganized and inexperienced. Our child liked the camp and the tons of activities one might expect for this price. As a parent, I can't recommend it based on dissatisfying/inadequate interactions with management.

Our kids (a 12 year old boy and 10 year old girl) really love Camp Wazi. The personal attention from the owners/directors is incredible. The kids come home every year with great memories, new friends and start counting the days until they go back next summer. One of the things the kids like most is the freedom to choose different activities everyday. They also comment on how good the food is as well, especially the camp bakery. The lake is very clean and the overall environment in Maine where the camp is situated is quite pristine. We always feel good about leaving the kids in such a beautiful place. We're happy to recommend camp wazi to other parents who are considered sleep-away camp for their kids. During the year, the owners/directors hold several events for the kids to get together again (ice skating on Boston Commons once, Roller Skating, etc.) which the kids look forward to as a chance to see camp friends.

This camp is excellent. It was my son's first camp experience and he was already asking to return next year when we came to pick him up. The staff and admin. are wonderfully attentive and responsive. All questions answered quickly and cheerfully - very proactive! The fundamentals are fantastic, activities abound and are varied, and the staff really know how to connect with the kids! Campers are from all over the country and the world. My son made great friendships that will last a lifetime. I highly recommend Camp Wazi to first-timers and veteran campers alike! Thanks, Wazi, for a summer my son will never forget!

This summer will be my 11th consecutive year at Wazi, which should already make it clear how wonderful of a place it is. I've been a camper, CIT1, CIT2 and now going into my 4th year as a counselor. It's really an incredible place to make new friends and learn more about yourself. This past summer my 11 year old step brother attended camp for the first time and continuously extended his time there. He took me aside during one social to thank me for bringing him to camp as he loved it so much and he felt so much more confident and independent. This summer his 9 year old sister and his best friend are joining him at camp! Wazi has really great traditions and is such an accepting and fun environment where you make the best friends in the world. I promise anyone would love their time here, you'll never want to leave!

Camp Wazi is a place of total acceptance. Regardless of your economic standing, race, or religion, you will be treated like a true friend from the moment you step foot on the beautiful property. There are few places in the world that can boast such a diverse landscape along with an ever-enthusiastic staff and dedicated clientele. Any parent sitting on the fence has only to call a Wazi family and hear it firsthand- this place ROCKS!

i love this camp so much. i started going when i was 10 and now its going to be my 7th year here. i'm going to be a cit this year and i cant wait! i have made such good friends here that i will always have in my life. my friends are like siblings to me. i call wazi my second home because that is what it is to me. the staff is amazing and they are like older siblings to me. they're there for when you need a talk and they like to fool around and act like kids again. i have learned so many new things from this camp. the activities they have are amazing! the otter days and evening activities get the whole camp involved. no one gets left out. the food is amazing. i come home wanting more. i love this camp so much and it will always be apart of my life. i have a niece and when she gets older she wants to go here! this camp is truly amazing and any one would have a great time here no matter how many weeks you go for.

My kids just returned from their first time at Wazi and are still moaning about how much they miss it. They had a fantastic experience and definitely want to go back. My kids felt so safe and nurtured there and now seem more responsible and courteous. These seem to be among some of the core values that are taught at Wazi. I met my kids' counselors and was struck by how kind and caring they were. I also heard about how creative they were especially on special otter days and during evening activities. I was also most impressed with the new camp directors. They are wonderful people and really have their hearts into this camp. They have made some great improvements and I am sure will continue to make the camp even better. Both of my kids became avid water skiiers and raved about the extensive activities from jumping on the blob, to rock climbing and skate boarding. They also loved the food and all of the home baked goodies, including the gorgeous cakes. Finally my kids made great friends.

We all know that azi is a joke. From Bug Juice, to not getting enough applicants to even have camp for a year. I feel bad for wazi, it used to be a magical place back in the day. Such a shame, such a waste, it was such a good camp

Extremely cool camp. Best memories, times, friends and summers I have ever had came from wazi. New owners this year, are making camp really cool,better, and adding very cool stuff!Check out the website, wazi.com!conselours friends and others, can't wait till summer oh eight.....=]go to wazi!

I attended Camp Waziyatah for 6 years as a camper and I couldn't even explain to you what this camp meant to me. I decided to go back as a CIT for my 7th year. I had a good time, though the CIT director left ( we drove him mad) we still accomplished a lot as a group and learned a lot about the camp and about ourselves. This last summer I returned as a CIT2, and it was amazing. I had a blast and I really felt like I was staff (even though I technically wasn't, due to my age and seeing as I was a CIT2). I would seriously reccomend this camp to anyone. It's such an amazing place and I have made the best friends there. The campers are so accepting, they don't care if you're tall, short, rich, middle class, poor, white, black, skinny, fat, ugly, pretty, whatever. I've learned so many life lessons from here and if it's still around in 15 years I'm sending my kids here.