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Camp Aldersgate
- Coed
- Ages 7-17
- Traditional
Overview
Camp Aldersgate is a progressive Christian camp in North Scituate, RI, offering overnight programs for ages 7-17. Set on 280+ wooded acres with a private lake, ropes courses, and arts facilities, campers explore faith, creativity, and community through activities like theater, boating, hiking, and music. With caring staff and a strong focus on self-expression, Aldersgate is a welcoming space where kids grow in spirit and friendship.
For over 80 years, generations of people have come to Aldersgate to reconnect with God, nature, and each other.
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Case-by-case support for campers with: Mental Health, Neurodivergent, Physical Disabilities, Food Allergies
Unique Features
- Aldersgate is fully inclusive and open to all God’s children, across the theological and social spectrum.
- Aldersgate is a global community! Summer 2025 staff came from Brazil, China, Colombia, Czechia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, United Kingdom & USA.
- Our theology is based on three key truths – God loves you, God loves all of us, and God wants us to love one another.
- Staff are specifically trained to facilitate teamwork, help campers find common ground, and build lasting friendships.
- Nestled in the woods of Northern Rhode Island, Aldersgate has 280 acres and it's own private lake.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2026 Season:
- Camp Season June 22 - August 07
- Session Lengths 1 week or less
- Cost $590 - $640 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: Available
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- Electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- Separate bathhouse
- Showers attached
- Toilets attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- No 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- Gluten Free
- Kosher
- Peanut-free
- Tree nut-free
- Vegan friendly
- Vegetarian friendly
International Campers
- Enrolls non-US campers
- 54 countries have attended
Welcome Message
John, Executive Director since 2017
Welcome to Camp Aldersgate! We are a progressive Christian camp that celebrates diversity and welcomes everyone as part of our community. Throughout the week, you'll enjoy a variety of activities from outdoor adventures to creative arts that help us grow and have fun together. Here, we live out our mission: a sacred space empowering all in faith and friendship to change the world. We are so glad you're here and cant wait to share this summer together!
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