Foundation
Special Edition: Sunsets in Maine
As we wind down the last week of Camp Chewonki for the year, it’s been nice to look back through all the photos collected by
August 14, 2025
Camp Chewonki
Welcome Ben King, Incoming Camp Director
Hello from Chewonki! Summer has fully arrived and we are eagerly looking forward to Sunday when we will welcome the first campers to the one
June 27, 2025
Alumni & Friends
Seas the Moment! An Interview with Trip Leader Hank Bruininks
This week we talked with Hank Bruininks, a Chewonki Trip Leader and sea kayaking guide, about the ebb and flow of a Chewonki trip experience.
February 27, 2025
Camp Chewonki
It’s a Wonderful Life(guard)
Nestled along the island-studded mid-coast of Maine, Chewonki is more than just a summer camp—it’s a place where kids grow, explore, and discover their connection
February 6, 2025
Camp Chewonki
Device-Free Summers at Chewonki
At Chewonki, we’re really proud to offer a device free summer for our participants. Camp feels like one of the last spaces kids can go
January 6, 2025
Camp Chewonki
This Is My Real Job
In Wes Anderson’s hilarious and poignant coming-of-age film “Moonrise Kingdom,” one of the most memorable characters is Scoutmaster Randy Ward, a somewhat bumbling but earnest
December 6, 2024
Camp Chewonki for Boys
The Gift of Belonging
Arthur’s return to Chewonki reminds us that the gift of outdoor education isn’t just about the adventures or skills learned—it’s about belonging to a community that welcomes you back with open arms, no matter how much time has passed.
November 18, 2024
Camp Chewonki Leadership Expeditions
January 10, 2024
Camp Chewonki Leadership Expeditions
A Full Bag and Empty Journal
In learning to become a Chewonki leader, I’ve tried many different teaching methods amongst the woods and waters of the Neck and beyond. In all these experiences, two things stand out as simple essentials: an empty journal and a full bag.
December 17, 2023
Camp Chewonki for Boys
Canoes Flash! We’re Paddling (and Hiking) Across Maine
We’ve embarked on an exhilarating journey across Maine’s coastlines, lakes, rivers, mountain peaks, and backcountry forests – forging unforgettable memories along the way. And lucky for us, our fantastic trip leaders are sending back regular photo updates. Enjoy the latest images fresh off the trail!
July 25, 2023
