Camp Registration

General Info:

• Registration will go live on Monday, February 2 at 8:00pm EST and remain open until February 20 at 11:59pm EST.

  • This year, registration will not be "first-come, first-serve." Applications will be accepted during the registration window and reviewed together after it closes. Families will indicate which session(s) their camper is available for and rank their preferences. While we cannot guarantee placement in a first-choice session, all applications will be considered thoughtfully, and waitlists will be used once sessions fill. This approach helps us build well-balanced, connected groups and ensures the best possible experience for campers on Penikese.
     

  • Families will be notified of enrollment the week of March 2, 2026.
     

• ​Campers must be entering 7th or 8th grade in fall 2026.

• Campers may only attend one session.

• We do not enroll repeat campers. (*see note below)

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Pre-Registration (before 2/2/26):

• Before registration opens, families can create an account with CampSite.​

  • Create a username and password

  • Enter family contact information

  • Create a camper profile

  • Please note: you will not be able to apply for a session until registration officially opens on February 2.
     

Registration (February 2-20, 2026):

• To apply, log in to CampSite and navigate to the “Enrollment” tab in the green sidebar on the left. You will see your camper(s) listed on the right-hand side. Click the blue “Enroll [Camper Name]” button to begin.

  • There will be a single enrollment option titled “2026 Application.”

• You will complete the following forms:
  1. Camper Questionnaire
  2. Session Availability/Preference 
  3. Teacher Contact for Recommendation
  4. Scholarship Application form (*optional)

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Enrollment & Deposit:

Once you are notified that your camper has been offered placement, you will be asked to secure their spot with a $50 deposit. Additional forms will be completed later in the spring.

*Campers placed on a waitlist will NOT be charged until enrolled in one of the 5 sessions.

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Payment Options:
After submitting the $50 deposit, families may choose one of the following payment options:

1. Pay in Full – Make a one-time payment of $1,500.

2. Installment Plan – Pay the $50 deposit now, followed by three equal payments billed automatically on April 1, May 1, and June 1.
   *Scholarship Applicants – Pay the $50 deposit now. Any additional payments can be made after you receive your scholarship award.

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​How Campers Are Selected:

Because Penikese Camp is small, immersive, and takes place in a remote island setting, we review applications thoughtfully to help ensure that each session is a good fit for both campers and the group as a whole. We consider a camper’s interest in science and nature, readiness for a screen-free and rustic environment, and how each session comes together as a community. When space is limited, we may give priority consideration to siblings of Penikese alumni. This thoughtful approach helps us create a positive, engaged community and the best possible experience for campers during their time on Penikese.

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Repeat Campers:

Due to our small program size, our aim is to provide as many campers as possible with the opportunity to enjoy this unique experience. While genuinely wish we could let everyone return year after year, our goal is to ensure that as many campers as possible can partake in our small yet exceptional Camp.

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However, if you are an alum - Stay tuned for our "Alumni portal"  which launches later in 2026! And for future alumni overnight experiences!

Questions? email camp@penikese.org