MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER
Camp Mahackeno at the Westport Weston Family YMCA is a traditional outdoor day camp for grades K-10, with a posted camp day, weekly themes, pre- and post-camp care options, and packing guidance for families.
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License
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- Current license runs through June 30, 2027.
- Licensed under this number since June 20, 1990.
- Ages on the state record: 5 years to 15 years.
- Projected number of campers on the state record: 400.
Search license number YCYC.00091 to see the current license status.
2-1-1 Child Care licensing informationState details from CT Office of Early Childhood open data, checked October 1, 2026.
Program details
Westport YMCA outdoor day camp for grades K-10, with a posted 8:30 AM-3:00 PM camp day, nine weekly sessions, themed weeks, pre/post care, swim instruction, outdoor activities, and packing guidance.
Grade range
Camp Mahackeno serves grades K-10, with kindergarten eligibility tied to the posted season and Connecticut OEC age rules.
Camp day
The posted camp day runs Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-3:00 PM.
Camp weeks
The posted schedule spans roughly late June through mid-August, with nine weekly sessions.
Theme weeks
Weekly themes vary by session, with examples such as color wars, olympics, holiday celebrations, team challenges, and water-focused activities.
Extended care
Pre-camp care runs 7:30-8:30 AM, post-camp care runs 4:00-6:00 PM, and a combined pre/post option is also available.
Packing list
The camp asks families to send items such as a towel, bathing suit, hat or visor, sunscreen and bug repellent, refillable water bottle, nut-free morning snack, nut-free lunch, and change of clothes.
Program details can change, so ask about current weeks, grade eligibility, care options, pricing, forms, and availability before making plans.
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