Camp Nor’wester Dates and Rates
Camp Nor’wester’s Four-Week Sessions
We offer 2 four week sessions for campers 9-16.
Our four-week session is the cornerstone of our program. All campers will have access to all programs, with the curriculum being progressive, referred to as a “graduated program.” For example, overnights for younger campers will be on the camp property. As campers advance in age their overnight trips will involve travel away from Johns Island, to near-by marine parks or other San Juan Island properties. Only campers 13 years of age and older (7th – 10th grade) will participate in the extended trips of 4-5 days. Other in camp activities are age-restricted as well, to reflect age-appropriate challenges and to allow for a varied camper experience over several years at Nor’wester.
2026 Dates
First Session
June 21 – July 18, 2026
Second Session
July 22– August 18, 2026
Tuition Philosophy and Vision
Over the last several years, we have worked to build a tuition system that aims to increase access to a variety of families through a scaled fee structure. We are committed to prioritizing access to Camp for a diverse community of campers, which is outlined in our mission statement and reinforced by our commitment to equity and inclusion in the camp experience. This structure helps maintain the quality of our program, broadens our community, and lets you choose the level that best fits with your family situation. To continue to provide broader access to our community, we need families who can contribute a little more to consider choosing a higher tuition level.
We hope you will consider showing support for increased access to the Nor’wester program by choosing either our Sustaining Level tuition option this year or by selecting the Operating Level and making a tax-deductible donation separately through our donation portal.
2026 Tuition
The cost of camp programming today can be a stretch for many, so it is our aim to continue to offer multiple Financial Assistance opportunities, through Financial Aid awards as well as through individualized payment plans as needed. We are always interested in hearing from you to learn about what support your family could benefit from – please contact us.
We recognize that families have different abilities to pay. When enrolling your camper for this summer, please select the tuition level appropriate for your family’s budget. Tuition level choices are kept confidential and do not impact any child’s camp experience in any way.
Sustaining
This level reflects your support for increased access to the Nor’wester program, and your commitment to the full costs of both operating camp and sustaining its facilities and program for the future.
$7500
$7100
Operating
This level reflects your support of the value of the Nor’wester experience, and your commitment to the basic operating costs of Camp this summer.
$6550
Supported
The cost of camp programming today can be a stretch for many. This level reflects a subsidized rate for those that cannot afford the actual cost of camp.
No documentation is required to select this option - it is based on the honor system and is made possible by our generous donors.
$0-6,550
Financial Aid
This level reflects a long-standing, intentional effort to increase access for more families.
As always, thanks to our those donors that believe in the power of camp, financial aid is available to those that need further tuition assistance.
While we aim to accommodate as many applicants as possible, we have limited amount of aid each year. Please apply on time to ensure full consideration.
Payment & Cancellation Fee Schedule
An additional $150 Camp Store deposit is required with your final tuition payment and will be reconciled with your final bill after the camp session.
Deposit: $1250 due upon registration
March 2nd: Second payment due
May 1st: Final tuition payment plus $150 Camp Store deposit due
The cost of camp programming today can be a stretch for many, so it is our aim to continue to offer multiple Financial Assistance opportunities, through Financial Aid awards and through individualized payment plans as needed. We are always interested in hearing from you to learn about what support your family could benefit from – please contact us.
Click here for the PDF Payment & Cancellation Fee Schedule.
If you are able to offer additional support, please visit our donation portal