WeHaKee Camp for Girls Testimonials
“My counselor made the cabin feel safe and fun. I trust her and feel comfortable sharing my feelings and struggles with her. She went above and beyond to make this summer the best ever for everyone in my cabin.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 13, Illinois
“She had an incredible time, just as I knew she would. She was so happy when I picked her up and hugged me. She talked all the way home (3 hours) about all the fun things she did, and the friends she made. It was nice to hear her so excited about something.”
-Parent of Camper
“I want to return because Camp WeHaKee is a fun experience, and lets people be who they are.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 8, Connecticut
“I had tried to water ski and lost all hope but on the last class I tried again, and I did it. It is something I will never forget.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 12, Wisconsin
“Maggie and Bob foster a structured and caring environment, ensuring our daughters are safe while nurturing their growth and independence. The counselors are excellent role models. The setting is gorgeous. Above all, the values of community and mutual respect shine brightly in everything at Wehakee Camp, and that’s what matters the most.”
-Parents of Campers
“I like all of the activities because they include something for every person. I feel sort of different at home because I don’t get to do as many fun activities. I feel as though camp is my second home.”
2nd-Year Camper, Age 14, Arizona
“Both our girls grow a lot and gain independence at WeHaKee Camp. Going back every year to the same place has become a touchstone in their lives and that is a big deal. They look forward to it every year. We know they will be safe and be held to a high standard and have a ton of fun.”
-Parents of Campers
“I want to come back to camp because it has taught me how to be independent.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 11, Illinois
“I enjoyed both my counselors, and I would love to have them again because they are thoughtful, nice, and fun.”
3rd-Year Camper, Age 10, Illinois
“The counselors were so nice and really funny. They also respected us and asked for us to do the same.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 13, Illinois
“Camp WeHaKee is instrumental in teaching my daughter the values of kindness, truth, justice, and peace. I appreciate the international dimension of WeHaKee Camp, especially the flag ceremony. It emphasizes the idea that we are part of a much larger global community. It’s also wonderful that they have counselors from all around the world.”
-Parent of Camper
“I got to learn other nation’s songs.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 11, Texas
“My daughter loved camp! She felt nurtured by, and connected to the staff. She loved the activities. We hoped that she would leave camp with some more confidence and bravery, and she absolutely did. Her experience at WeHaKee Camp is one that she speaks so positively about. She wants to sign up for next year as soon as possible!”
-Parent of Camper
“This is the best camp I have ever been to, and it feels like family.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 13, Wisconsin
“I really liked when our cabin had a cookout. It was fun and we had an awesome time talking and bonding as a cabin.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 13, Illinois
“It was so fun. Even though I got homesick, I made friends, learned new things, and had a lot of fun!”
1st-Year Camper, Age 10, Illinois
“I want to go back to WeHaKee to see my new friends from all around the world.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 12, Illinois
“I love it here. It feels like home.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 11, Illinois
“I liked how no matter what activity you did, you would make friends, even if you didn’t know anyone.”
2nd-Year Camper, Age 9, Wisconsin
“My daughter looks forward every year to Camp WeHaKee and wants to be a counselor when she’s older. She says it is her “happy place.” She feels 100% safe and accepted there.”
-Parent of Camper
“I loved my cabin because it was so diverse.”
-1st-Year Camper, Age 12, Mexico
“I loved doing the trail rides in horseback riding.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 14, Illinois
“My daughter has built strong interpersonal relationships with other campers and counselors. Which, for a 13-year-old, is admittedly not the easiest thing. She is happy at WeHaKee Camp and gets to try new things that she otherwise would not have been able to try. She feels safe. I can’t thank you enough for her scholarship every year. You’re a God-send!”
-Parent of Camper
“I made so many friends this summer, old, young and my age.”
1st-Year Camper, Age 11, Texas
“I especially liked when I got up on water skis and went in and out of the wake.”
2nd-Year Camper, Age 11, Wisconsin