Where is Camp Weequahic?
Camp Weequahic is located in the Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, just over two hours from New York City. Camp Weequahic's beautiful campus is located on a mountain overlooking a spectacular lake.

What are the campers like?
The majority of our campers come from the Northeast including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Maryland. We also have a number of campers from others areas of the United States such as Florida and California.

What are the counselors like?
Camp Weequahic hires about 100 mature and enthusiastic staff each summer. We pride ourselves on recruiting only the most skilled and caring college students, graduate students and educators. We recruit counselors from all over the world. We are looking for individuals who have spirit, a strong desire to work with and better the lives of children, a passion for what they do, and a strong work ethic.

How much work is it, really?
Being a camp counselor may be one of the most difficult yet rewarding jobs you’ll ever experience. A counselor’s responsibility to their campers is a 24 hour a day job for 7 weeks. Not only must you act as the adult role model in your bunk, you must also be ready to observe and act on camper interactions, help plan special events, mediate issues between campers, and ensure that your campers have a fantastic summer. If you decide to join the Weequahic family this summer, you can expect to be working very hard for long hours.

What about Staff Training?
We feel it is our responsibility to give counselors as many tools as possible to help create the most successful summer possible. Staff training is one week long, and prepares you for the next seven weeks of intensive interaction between you and your campers and other counselors and staff. Training is meant to give you the tools on how to handle your campers, what to do in certain circumstances, defusing situations, how to work in your program areas, and general leadership and teamwork skills. Orientation also gives you the chance to become more familiar with your surroundings, bond with the other staff, and learn the expectations and styles of the leadership team. Not only is it useful training for any walk of life, it’s a lot of fun!

How does a General Counselor differ from a Specialist Counselor?
Included in the term "counselors" are specialty counselors and general counselors. Both specialty and general counselors are considered to be senior counselors who have completed at least one year of college. Specialty counselors are those who are highly skilled in a specific activity or activities; they are most often assigned to be in charge of instruction of those specific activities during a normal camp day. All specialty counselors have bunk responsibilities in addition to their teaching responsibilities. Certain specialty counselors may also be designated as being the "head" of a specific activity, which means they in charge of organizing and supervising all specialty counselors working in that area. General counselors are those who may not have strong skills in a specific area but are generally assigned to activities with their cabin group and are expected to assist at activities; for general counselors, enthusiasm is far more important than skills.

What are the living arrangements like?
Camp Weequahic has bunks that incorporate the comforts of home with the rustic nature of camping. Each modern duplex cabin houses 8-12 campers with two to three counselors on each side. The campers are assigned by grade. All bunks have hot water, electricity, two toilets, two sinks, two showers, a smoke alarm, front and back entrances, an outside clothesline, a loft for storage and windows. The front of each bunk faces inward towards a semi-circle, which is designed to promote cohesiveness among divisions.

What about Days Off and Free Time?
A successful summer is determined by the staff and counselors. Time off is a very important aspect of every counselor's summer, and we try to keep our counselors happy and enthusiastic with consistent time off. Days off begin on the preceding evening (there is no curfew the evening prior to the day off) and end at 12.30 A.M. on the actual day off. Any staff member, however, who has not reached the age of 18 will have a curfew at all times. Staff members are given five days off per season, one per week each week except the first and last weeks of camp. Days off are not cumulative and must be taken in the week they fall due.

What about the salary and when do I get paid?
Our competitive salaries are determined by experience, ability, qualifications and personal skills of each individual. In addition to salary and travel allowance, counselors are provided with meals, lodging and laundry service. At any time during banking hours, a counselor can withdraw money from his or her salary account. It is important to remember that most people who work for summer camps do so out of the pure love for the experience of working with children and not for financial gain.

How are meals served?
Meals are served buffet style in which boys and girls eat all meals together by bunk. Food substitutes are available for all meals. We also have our share of outdoor barbecues.

What are some other policies?
It is the policy of Camp Weequahic that the possession or consumption of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs is strictly prohibited on any part of Weequahic grounds and is cause for immediate dismissal. In addition, returning to camp under the influence of mind-altering substances following time off is also prohibited and is also grounds for immediate dismissal. The usage of cellular phones and personal computers are prohibited during working hours and while in the bunks. These items may be used in specific areas when off duty.