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Camp MOWGLIS

Overnight Summer Camp for Boys on Newfound Lake in New Hampshire

Camp Mowglis is a three, four, or seven-week summer camp for boys ages 7-15 on pristine Newfound Lake, surrounded by the majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire, just 2.5 hours north of Boston. Every summer, we welcome around 100 boys to experience the natural beauty, make lifelong friends, learn exciting new skills, and disconnect from everyday life in search of something bigger.

Mowglis School of the Open

Our “School of the Open” program is based on the timeless values of honesty, integrity, compassion, and respect for others (including Mother Earth).

He may look the same when he returns home, but you’ll notice the change in subtle yet powerful ways:

Explore Our Instructional Activities

Pathways to Growth and Adventure

Our diverse range of activities, known as “Industries,” empower campers to explore new interests, develop skills, and build lifelong friendships.

We would love to welcome you to experience The Mowglis Way for yourself.

When you remove the 21st Century stress and strain, true magic has space to grow in the white space that remains.

Camp Mowglis is the world you wish you could create for your son — one where values are instilled, meaningful friendships are created, and life can be simple again.

The Camp Mowglis Mission

The mission of Camp Mowglis is to develop integrity, empathy, resilience, and leadership in young men through the time-tested and fun outdoor experiential program and community we call the “School of The Open.


At the core of the Mowglis mission is a commitment to create youth of sturdy character.


The changes your son experiences here permeate through all areas of life.


And while he’ll be thrilled to reunite after his seven weeks away, he’ll also have a new pack: the Mowglis family. Friendships from Camp Mowglis have deep roots and provide a support network to carry your son throughout his life. Your son will always have a home here.

History

Camp Mowglis founder Elizabeth Ford Holt saw growth opportunities for boys slipping away as the pace and demands of daily life increased.  

 

Young men needed to get back to basics. To learn life’s important lessons. To feed their souls, nourish their minds, and strengthen their bodies.

 

Mrs. Holt wanted to give boys a place to breathe. To build. And to belong.

Every summer, we host a small group of around 100 boys in the natural beauty of the New Hampshire mountains and disconnect from everyday life in search of something bigger.

Plan Your Son's Summer: Sessions and Pricing Details

We offer multiple session lengths and pricing levels, along with limited scholarships, to help families find the right fit for their budget

Timeless Memories: The Mowglis Gallery

Step into a world where over a hundred years of history and action unfold through captivating photos. Discover the legacy of Mowglis preserved in our incredible archives.

A noble vision that is as true today as it was over 100 years ago

For over a century, we’ve been guided by a commitment to integrity, innovation, and community. The values that laid the foundation of our journey remain at the heart of everything we do today. As we look to the future, we honor this legacy by continuing to inspire, empower, and make a meaningful impact on the world around us.

Where life-changing summers leave lasting memories.

Real Stories from Camp Mowglis Families

Discover how our unique approach to adventure, learning, and growth has shaped their lives and created memories that last a lifetime

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FAQs for Parents

You’ve probably got a lot of questions about the experience at Camp Mowglis. Here are the most common questions that we get, and their answers. If your specific question isn’t answered, please call 603-744-8095 or email Director Nick Robbins with ANY questions, and he’ll be happy to answer them!

If you’ve got questions about what life is like at Camp Mowglis, here are some of the most common questions we get asked (and their answers of course). Do you have a question that isn’t answered here? Please shoot us a note on the Contact Us page, and we’ll get right back to you.

Who owns Mowglis?

Mowglis is owned and operated by the non-profit Holt-Elwell Memorial Foundation, whose trustees hire, advise, guide and support a professional camp director. Mowglis receives hundreds of generous contributions each year from alumni, parents and friends to help close the gap between tuition and expenses.

At Mowglis, boys are immersed in outdoor life. We offer a range of traditional camp activities, and encourage boys to find something at which they can excel and gain enjoyment and confidence from that experience. The program encourages skill development with campers working on requirements in activity areas they choose and earning ribbons for achieving competence.

Through cabin life and daily duties, weekly hiking and camping trips, music and singing, and our unique crew program, our campers develop a strong sense of community. The Mowglis program emphasizes respect for nature, encourages personal growth, fosters life-long friendships, and is a ton of fun!

The Mowglis campus covers 155 acres on the northeast corner of Newfound Lake in New Hampshire. The main camp is situated on 55 acres located directly on the lake with over 1,300 feet of shoreline. There are over 30 rustic buildings.

Before the arrival of the campers the counselors participate in a rigorous two week orientation. All our counselors are American Red Cross certified in CPR and First Aid. Key waterfront personnel are WSI (Water Safety Instructor) certified, and Lifeguard-certified through the American Red Cross. All counselors are certified in Wilderness First Aid. Counselors who drive campers are at least 21 years old.

What does this mean? The American Camp Association sets the highest standards in the industry. Being ACA accredited indicates a level of professionalism in camping and means we have voluntarily taken the time to insure our program and site meets the strictest codes of safety and excellence. Learn more about ACA accreditation.

What is it like to live at camp?

At Mowglis you live with other campers your age in open-air dormitories. Each boy is assigned a bunk and a set of shelves for personal belongings. You can pack for camp in a duffle bag or a trunk. However, once you unpack your trunk will be stored until the end of camp. You sleep with sheets and blankets and your sleeping bag will be used for overnight trips. You will have the chance to swim every day. We have a campfire circle every night.

Yes! Mowglis offers 16 different activities and what you do is your own choice. We have a daily schedule where campers sign up for instruction in their chosen activities and there are also open periods when you can try something just for fun. When you find an “industry” you like you can sign up to spend more time practicing that activity, acquiring new skills and maybe earning a ribbon.

At Mowglis you will get to try new sports and activities that might not be available at home like archery, riflery, rock climbing, rowing crew, windsurfing and woodworking. Our boys play a lot of pick-up basketball and soccer…and tether-ball at Mowglis is legendary! Many of our boys enjoy a break from the sports they practice and play at home during the fall, winter and spring.

You will eat with other campers your age and staff “family style” for all meals. Meals are delicious, home-made, and kid-friendly. Some favorites are spaghetti, fajitas, pizza, stir-fry, and BBQ. Dessert is served every night and many lunches. Campers take turns as dining room helpers.

Yes! You will go on different types of trips depending on your age and ability. We go hiking, camping, backpacking, canoeing and kayaking. It doesn’t matter if you have never done these things before, you will have the opportunity to participate and we will not ask you to do more than you can handle

Wall of love

Hear first-hand from our incredible community of customers.

Fantastic camp. My husband and son both attended many summers here and are always anxious to come back for a visit and help out. Great way to get your kid to unplug for the summer and gain confidence in their various achievements.

I went there for 8 years in the 70s. I cried as my mom left me there at 8 years old. When she picked me up 8 weeks later (it was 8 weeks back then)...I cried not to leave. The experiences you get at this camp with the wide range of activities will give you lifelong skills that are rarely taught anywhere else. There is a reason it is called "The School of the Open." The traditions remain. My 12 year old has been there the last 3 summers and my daughter is at the sister camp, Onaway, just down the road for the last 2 summers. The experiences are priceless. 6 STARS!

My grandfather, father and both uncles and I all graduated from Mowglis. This place has had an enormous impact on my life and the man I am today. The skills and mindset imparted on me by staff while I was a camper has had a positive impact on many parts of my life. Because of Mowglis, I am a better teacher, a better student and a better partner to my significant other. Mowglis instilled in me an appreciation for the outdoors that remains with me even today. Mowglis was such an experience for me that as an adult, while finishing graduate school, I found myself BACK at Mowglis again... and remain there even now, returning in the summers as a counselor. There is no institution that I have ever been a part of, which includes academic institutions and the military, that have had as profound of an impact on me as Mowglis has. I could not recommend it higher.

The perfect boys camp to really live with nature, no electronics!!! I love it and my boys too!

Great summer camp memories! One of my favorite places on earth.

The best decision we ever made. Our son loved Mowglis as a camper and last summer joined the staff as a counselor. Mowglis is truly a magical place.

Meet the people who make camp magic happen.

Our Team

Dedicated to guiding boys toward growth and self-discovery.

Nick Robbins
Executive Director & Camp Director 
Former co-founder of Opendoor. Early staff at Spotify and Clearbit.
Diana Robbins
Assistant Director, Scheduler & Food Service Manager
Lead engineering teams at Figma, Pitch, and Protocol Labs.
Tommy Greenwell
Associate Director & Property Manager
Former PM for Linear, Lambda School, and On Deck.
Jay Gulitti
Assistant Director & Director of Development
Former frontend dev for Linear, Coinbase, and Postscript.
Bartolo Governanti
Director of Alumni Relations & Summer Head of Maintenance
Holly Taylor
Registrar

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

Lead. Inspire. Grow.

We’re hiring for the upcoming camp season! Join a team dedicated to shaping young lives through adventure, leadership, and tradition. Whether you’re returning or starting fresh, become a vital part of the Mowglis story.

Connect with Nick

Nick Robbins

Director of Camp Mowglis

[email protected]

(603) 744-8095

Current Weather

Last updated: May 20, 2025 5:00 pm

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The Mow-Trow Gear Exchange: Smart & Sustainable Gear Sharing:

If your son has outgrown Mowglis uniform items (aka Mow-Trow) that are still in good shape, please add them to this spreadsheet. If you’re looking for Mow-Trow or other gear (hiking boots, backpacks, etc.), you can check out this spreadsheet, and if you find what you’re looking for, contact the parent who posted it up and either arrange for shipping (or to pick it up if you live in the same area).

 

The best way to pay for shipping will be for the family with the items to box them up and bring them to a UPS Store and have the parent receiving the items call the store with their credit card number. That is how we send lost and found items at the end of the summer, and it works quite well. Please note when items have been claimed once they have been. Any unclaimed items can be brought to camp on arrival day or shipped to camp.

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Protect Your Investment: Program Protector Tuition Insurance:

Program Protector, tuition insurance, is now available for purchase during the online registration process.

 

If purchased, may protect up to the full cost of your son’s session and include various other benefits should the need arise.

 

To buy this coverage, please go HERE.

 

Determine if Program Protection Tuition Insurance is right for you by going HERE.

Please be in touch if you have any questions about this program. 

 

PLEASE submit all camper forms by May 15th. There aren’t too many forms; all are important, and most can be completed right online.

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Keeping Campers Safe: Our Tick Management Approach:

How do you manage the threat of ticks?

While we have fewer ticks in NH than in more southern New England states, we still take ticks extremely seriously.

 

Here are some big-picture ways we protect our campers from ticks:

 

  • Our defense starts with staff education – all campers and counselors are taught what, where, and when to look for, and we have the campers do tick checks at least daily and every time they’ve been out in the bushes.
  • If a tick is found embedded on a camper while at camp, he will go to the nurse for removal and bite-site mapping, and then the tick is saved, and the camper will be monitored daily for any signs of infection.
  • If there is a parental desire or signs of infection, the tick is sent to a lab for testing.
  • We have bottles of bug spray throughout camp and on all trips.
  • We cut back brush to minimize the chance of ticks hopping onto folks as they walk around camp.

Mowglis Boys Summer Campers are Family

Our families know that Mowglis overnight summer camp for boys aged 7-15 is an extraordinary place. This is due in no small part to the wonderful families who have chosen our outdoor leadership camp for their sons. In joining the Mowglis family, you help us pass the torch, carrying on the tradition of summer camp to future generations and other families across the country.

 

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for becoming part of the Camp Mowglis family. Please help us spread the joy of camping. If you know of someone you’d like to invite to join our camping family, please complete our camp referral form so we can reach out.

 

Thank you – and see you soon!

Nick Robbins, Director

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