Pok-O-MacCready Camps
North Country Camps Lincoln & Whippoorwill
- All Boys, All Girls
- Ages 8-15
- Traditional
Overview
Welcome to North Country Camps, where adventure and community come together in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Our traditional sleepaway camps, Camp Lincoln for boys and Camp Whippoorwill for girls, offer a unique blend of education, outdoor activities, and personal growth for kids aged 8-15. With over 100 years of tradition, we provide a nurturing environment where campers can explore, learn, and build lifelong friendships. Join us for an unforgettable summer experience
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This is a Brother/Sister camp on one property. Boys and girls do things separately but share some coed experiences.
Unique Features
- Family-run for nearly a century with a rich history and alumni network, creating a strong sense of tradition and belonging.
- Separate camps for boys and girls that operate independently but come together for events, fostering a unique sense of community and camaraderie
- Nestled in the heart of the Adirondacks with one of the most extensive wilderness trip programs in the northeast.
- Campers choose their own activities from a wide range of choices like wilderness trips, watersports, arts, and sports.
Activities
Dates & Rates
2025 Season:
- Camp Season June 29 - August 19
- Session Lengths 3, 5, 7 weeks
- Cost $1,500 - $2,220 /week
Financial Offers:
- Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
- Financial assistance: Yes
- Special discounts: No
Accommodations
Bunks
- Type: Cabins
- Not open air
- No electricity/lights
- No air conditioning
- No separate bathhouse
- Showers not attached
- Toilets not attached
Health
- Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
- No doctor onsite
- Nurse onsite
- 24/7 medical staff
- Health Center
Dietary Needs
- Food Allergies
- No gluten free option
- No kosher
- Not peanut free
- Not tree nut-free
- No vegan option
- No vegetarian option
International Campers
- Enrolls non-US campers
- 3 countries have attended
Welcome Message
Kate, Executive Director
Kate has a rich history with NCC, beginning her journey as a riding and cabin counselor in 1998. After 8 years serving in various roles, she became Whippoorwill’s Director in 2006, a position she held until 2020. She returned in 2024 as Executive Director, responsible for overseeing all operations of the North Country Camps – Lincoln and Whippoorwill.
