Mowglis offers a diverse program to allow boys to experience a wide
variety of activities.
A portion of each day is spent
in 'Industries’
taught in a personalized setting by a staff member selected for his or
her qualifications. Boys choose their industries and may work toward
achieving a ribbon acknowledging their accomplishments and skill
level.
In addition to Industries, boys have the opportunity to sample other
activities. There is a daily Open Period when the camp gathers for
team games, counselor hunts, capture
the flag, or problem-solving and leadership games. 
During
an afternoon relax period, boys can nap, read, or write home, and they
go to the Waterfront each day for an afternoon swim, or ‘soak.’
A regular day also requires responsibility from each camper. Boys are
expected to care for their personal belongings,
share in the work of the dorm, and fulfill a duty that benefits the
camp community.
The evening campfire gives boys a chance to relax while taking part in
song or entertainment provided by counselors.
Hiking
and Trips
At Mowglis, one day a week is Trip Day. After packing a
trail lunch, all boys and staff leave camp on hiking, canoeing or
sailing trips.
In addition to Trip Day, each dormitory goes on two overnight trips.
Boys 12 and older go on multi-day back-pack trips, and those younger
than 12
participate in multi-day base-camp trips. These trip experiences bring
boys together as they tackle challenges and face
new adventures.
Mowglis is known for building and maintaining
over 30 miles of wilderness trails in the Cardigan region.
Descriptions of these trails are included in the Guide Book of the
Appalachian Mountain Club.
Crew
Rowing crews provide
boys the opportunity to participate
in a uniquely cooperative sport that rewards team effort more than
individual skill.
Throughout the
summer the Crew Coach provides instruction in a unique pair of
six-oared custom-built crew boats.
During Crew Week - the sixth week of camp - the camp is divided into
Red and Blue crews, and a week of pageantry and excitement culminates
in Race Day. Older
boys race for speed, and younger
boys are judged for form and unity.
Size and Season:
 The
Mowglis season runs for 7 weeks from approximately the third week in
June to the second week in August. Enrollment is limited to between 70
and 85 boys with a high staff to camper ratio. The size of the
population and the length of the season are essential to the depth of
achievement, friendship, and community spirit realized here. First
time campers and families often comment that 7 weeks is a long time.
As the weeks rapidly pass, all begin to realize how integral the
length of stay is to the success of the program. Very high rates of
return among boys and staff over many years proves the validity of the
experience.
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