Events

Camp Tour Dates

Wondering if camp is right for your child? Come see for yourself at one of our upcoming camp tours.

Camp Lawrence and Camp Nokomis (Reservations required)

Camp Lawrence and Camp Nokomis are both located on Bear Island in Meredith, NH on Lake Winnipesaukee. Due to this unique location, the only way to get to the camps is by boat. In order for us to safely accommodate all of those who wish to attend a camp tour, we ask for you to please make a reservation. All tours last approximately 2.5 hours (including boat rides to and from). You may choose to visit one camp or both camps. Visiting both camps will not change the duration for the tour. Tours leave from the Y-Landing Marina, 102 Powers Road, Meredith, NH 03253.

Sunday, May 28, 2023: Boat departure at 10:00am or 2:00pm
Saturday, June 3, 2023: Boat departure at 10:00am or 2:00pm
Sunday, June 4, 2023: Boat departure at 10:00am or 2:00pm

Click here for camp tour reservations at Camp Lawrence and/or Camp Nokomis.

Camp Otter

Reservations do not have to be made for the Camp Otter camp tours. You may stop by at any time within the indicated time frame. Tours take place at Camp Otter, which is located on 66 Hooker Farm Road, Salem, NH 03079.

Thursday, May 11, 2023: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday, May 17, 2023: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, May 21, 2023: 9:00am-11:00am

Alumni Day

Sunday, July 30, 2023

All alumni, friends and supporters of Camp Lawrence and Camp Nokomis are welcome to attend Alumni Day. Bring your family, see old friends, celebrate the experience of camping and honor this year’s Hall of Fame inductees.

Click here to RSVP for Alumni Day at Camp Lawrence and/or Camp Nokomis. RSVP is Required. 

Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019 inductees Andrew Parker and Timothy Parker.
Camp Nokomis Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Nokomis Director Gretchen Seifert with 2019 Hall of Fame inductee Greg Robinson
Camp Otter Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Otter Hall of Fame inductee, VJ Mill III with Andover/North Andover Sr. Exec. Dir. Claudia Soo Hoo and President and CEO Frank Kenneally
Camp Lawrence Hall of Fame 2019
Camp Lawrence Director Charles Seifert standing in for inductee Cheri Call, with Hall of Fame inductees Greg Robinson and Alex Kramer. Assistant Camp Director Matt Corsetti and Camping Services Director Anne Whalen

Schedule of Events:

Sunday, July 30, 2023

Camp Lawrence:

10:15 am: Departure from Y-Landing Marina to Camp Lawrence

12:45 pm: Presentation at Camp Lawrence, Hall of Fame Induction

1:30 pm: Complimentary Lunch at Camp Lawrence

2:15 pm: Boat Shuttle from Camp Lawrence to Camp Nokomis

4:25 pm: Departure from Camp Lawrence to Y-Landing

Camp Nokomis:

9:30 am & 10:30 am: Departure from Y-Landing Marina to Camp Nokomis

1:00 pm: Complimentary Lunch at Camp Nokomis

2:45 pm: Presentation at Camp Nokomis, Hall of Fame Induction

3:45 pm & 4:45 pm: Departure from Camp Nokomis to Y-Landing

RSVP is Required. Click here to sign up.

Upon arrival at Camp, alumni will have free time to tour the property, swim and relax.

If you are planning to visit both camps, please start at Camp Lawrence. There will be no special boat runs or alterations to the boat schedule.

Camp Lawrence and Nokomis ○ via Y-Landing Marina ○ 102 Powers Road ○ Meredith NH

If you have any questions please contact the Camp Registration Office at campinfo@mvymca.org or 978-975-1330.

Visit our Alumni page to see a list of past Hall of Fame winners.

Women’s Wellness Weekend

Relax, Renew, Rejuvenate, Restore 

Enjoy laughter, friendship, fun and relaxation during this weekend of women enjoying the company of other women. Merrimack Valley YMCA Camp Nokomis rests amidst 50 acres on Lake Winnipesaukee, Bear Island in New Hampshire and is accessible only by boat. The exceptional facilities include tennis courts, basketball courts, athletic fields, yoga studio, sandy beaches, volleyball and nature trails.

Dates & Times

August 25 – 27, 2023
Friday 10:00am – Sunday 10:00am
Ages 21+

The first boat will be leaving the dock on Friday at 10:00am. For those travelers, there will be a refreshing lunch served. The second boat will be leaving the dock on Friday at 2:00pm.

Activities

Immerse yourself in activities to replenish the mind, body and spirit. Activities include:

  • Yoga for all levels
  • Tennis
  • Paddle Boarding
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Swimming
  • Nature walks
  • Zip lining
  • Twilight lake cruise
  • Campfires
  • And more!

Rates & Payments

$300 weekend rate includes lodging for two nights, food and activities. $40 optional linen service includes sheets, blanket, pillow, bath towel and wash cloth. The one-night and one-day options are no longer offered.

A non-refundable $50 deposit is due at the time of registration and a full payment is due by August 1, 2023. All payments are non-refundable after August 1, 2023.

Registration Dates

April 11, 2023 at 9:00am – Registration opens for 2022 returning participants.

April 18, 2023 at 9:00am – Registration opens for new participants and returning participants from previous years.

REGISTER ONLINE

Please email campinfo@mvymca.org or call the camp office at 978-975-1330 with any questions or concerns.