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Chewonki Each year Chewonki touches the lives of nearly 25,000 young people in programs that range from one h Chewonki’s programs have grown tremendously.

Chewonki is a recognized leader in what we offer young people and the results we achieve in creating lifetime stewards of our natural world. Chewonki has become synonymous with innovation; we are known as an organization of active self-starters who teach with passion and who engage our communities.

Day 3 at Chewonki: Bagels for breakfast, some photo-op time (plus dishwashing and packing out!), and an owl presentation...
10/19/2026

Day 3 at Chewonki: Bagels for breakfast, some photo-op time (plus dishwashing and packing out!), and an owl presentation to wrap up the day. What a wonderful few days of team building and adventure. Thank you to the West Bath School students, Mrs. Butterfield's 5th grade class, and our 💯 team for making it such a great experience!

It's that time of year again, CAMP enrollment is open!!
10/16/2026

It's that time of year again, CAMP enrollment is open!!

Camper applications for next summer are now live! 🎉

Campfire singing, Polar Bear plunging, Carnival... it’s all coming in Summer 2027. Early bird enrollment for 2027 is here for returning families. Get up to $300 in discounts when you register between now and November 1st. Follow the link below to view our programs and learn more!

https://camp.chewonki.org/programs/

Congratulations to Don Hudson, former President of Chewonki, on receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from Natural Reso...
10/05/2026

Congratulations to Don Hudson, former President of Chewonki, on receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award from Natural Resources Council of Maine!

For decades, Don has been an advocate for protecting Maine’s special places. Very grateful for his leadership and lasting impact on the state we love.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Homecoming 2026. We can't wait to welcome you back next year!
09/30/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Homecoming 2026. We can't wait to welcome you back next year!

What happens when you bring together nearly 100 Chewonki people from across generations and programs? You get a 7 a.m. bird walk, muddy hands at Salt Marsh Farm, canoes on Montsweag Brook, a red-tailed hawk in the Center for Environmental Education, and a sheep pelt awarded over dinner. And, eventua...

08/04/2026

We've saved a place at the table for you! Your August Chewonki weekend awaits. RSVP today at chewonki.org/homecoming.

Another Homecoming related question we've been encountering is this: do I have to stay overnight to attend? And, can I j...
07/27/2026

Another Homecoming related question we've been encountering is this: do I have to stay overnight to attend? And, can I just drop in for a short visit?

The answer is yes! If you’re local (or just not staying overnight), there are a few easy ways to join:

🌿 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬
Come and go all weekend. Includes meals and activities.
$65 adults / $40 kids and teens

🥗 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐩-𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬
Stop by for part of the day. Registration includes one meal and activities during your visit.
$30 adults / $20 kids and teens

👨‍👩‍👧 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬
A simple way to join for a few hours, with one meal and activities included.
$50 flat rate

Register today at chewonki.org/homecoming

We’ve been getting a lot of questions about lodging at Homecoming this year. The answer is yes! You can stay overnight. ...
07/25/2026

We’ve been getting a lot of questions about lodging at Homecoming this year. The answer is yes! You can stay overnight. Here's the details:

🏕️ 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐝𝐝-𝐨𝐧:
set up on Ideal (short hike, big views) or the Eastside Campus lawn (no-hike, easy amenities).

→ Individual Adults $𝟲𝟬
→ Individual Youth $𝟱𝟬
→ Group $𝟭𝟬𝟬

🛏️ 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐝𝐝-𝐨𝐧:

→ Reserve a Bed in a Shared Cabin $𝟗𝟎
→ Reserve a Private Cabin $𝟯𝟬𝟬

Kindly register by August 7 at chewonki.org/homecoming.

07/24/2026
07/24/2026

Homecoming Update: We've updated our group lodging rates! Reserve a private cabin for $300, or book group camping for $100.

𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠!Join us 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟏–𝟐𝟑 to reconnect with the Chewonki community. Whether yo...
07/09/2026

𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠!

Join us 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟏–𝟐𝟑 to reconnect with the Chewonki community. Whether you come for the whole weekend or simply stop by for a meal, we'd love to welcome you back to the Neck.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟕 👉🏻 chewonki.org/homecoming

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485 Chewonki Neck Road
Wiscasset, ME
04578

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