Philosophy

Camp Onaway is a small, non-profit camp for girls dedicated to creating opportunities for each girl to realize her full potential, not in comparison or competition with others, but through aiming consistently toward high standards. In the natural setting of our un-pressured and accepting community, we believe a girl can come to know her own strengths, her values and her own goodness.

Our daily program offers a high level of instruction in traditional and camp activities accompanied by strong arts areas. Onaway's structured day assures each camper the chance to try new things, helping her to build self-confidence. Equally important are camp duties, good manners and regular cabin inspections that teach each girl responsibility and the give and take of living together.

Counselors are chosen for their mastery in certain areas and for their loyalty and belief in upholding the camp ideals. Each summer a number of recent Onaway alumnae return to join the Council, adding strength and stability to the Camp. Campers, council and staff all work together to form a close community, where each person's contribution is recognized.

Campers are accepted only for the entire 7-week season, as we believe they need that time to develop strong friendships, learn outdoor skills and gain a sense of their own inherent spiritual qualities.

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy

Camp Onaway admits children of any race, color, national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to children at the Camp. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, handicap, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other Camp-administered programs.

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