Dates, Details, & Tuition

Everything you need to prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime summer at Mount Aspen.

Dates & Camp Schedule

Note: If you'd like to take an extra day to explore Glacier National Park (located 1 hr & 20 minutes away from the camp grounds), we recommend flying out on Monday, June 8h or later. Campers may extend their stay at the camp another night with advanced notice. See the "Extension" section below for details. 

Thursday, June 4 – Sunday, June 7, 2025

Day-by-Day Schedule

Wednesday, June 3rd: Early Arrivals for Counselors

Thursday, June 4th: Camper Arrivals (All-Day), BBQ Welcome Dinner, & Camp Initiation

Friday, June 5th: Instigation (field day competition, talent show)

Saturday, June 6th: Integration (beach day, boat hangs, camper awards)

Sunday, June 7th:

  • 9am-12pm: Brunch & Goodbyes

  • 12:30pm: Departures (1:30pm arrival time at FCA Airport)

  • 12:30-10pm: (Optional) Glacier Park Adventure

Monday, June 8th: Extension Departures

Location & Getting There

Flathead Lake, Montana

See this Google Maps Pin for the exact location.

How to Get There

✈️ By Air: The closest airport is Glacier Park International Airport (FCA), with direct flights from several major hubs, including San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX), and Oakland (OAK). While far less ideal, you can also fly in to Missoula (MSO), which is a 1 hour and 20 minute drive to camp. Note: please check with Samuel before booking to Missoula!

🚗 By Car: If you’re driving, camp is approximately 45 minutes south of Kalispell and about 1 hour & 20 minutes north of Missoula.

🚌 Group Transport: We are exploring the option of a shuttle from FCA to camp—stay tuned for details!

Mount Aspen is a remote paradise, but worry not—we’ll make sure you have a smooth journey to our legendary grounds. If you have specific travel concerns, reach out to us directly.

Tuition

Tuition begins at $450 per camper, depending on your accommodation type (see Camp Living for details):

  • Shared Cabins: $450 per person

  • Private Rooms

    • Doubles (2 people in a room): $700 per person

    • Singles (private room): $1,000 per person

Mount Aspen is a three-night, all-inclusive experience. Your tuition covers lodging, meals, and participation in an expertly curated selection of competitive, character-building, and occasionally ridiculous camp traditions.

We ask for a $150 deposit to hold your place and get you priority accommodation selection (there are very limited private rooms – see Camp Living for details.

Financial Assistance & Scholarships

We are committed to making sure that no worthy camper is left behind. If tuition is a concern, there will be limited scholarships available to ensure accessibility. Please indicate your need for scholarship pricing within the registration form.

Ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Secure your place now:

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Coming Early & Staying Later

Counselors may come to camp as soon as Wednesday, June 3rd to support with camp setup. There are no additional accommodation or food costs to come early!

For campers interested in spending Sunday afternoon/evening exploring Glacier National park, plan to depart on Monday. We’ll ask for an additional financial contribution (likely ~$50 per person) to cover the costs of an additional night + food.

Packing List

Clothing

  • Short-sleeved shirts

  • Long-sleeved shirts

  • Shorts

  • Pants

  • Pajamas

  • Rain jacket or coat

  • Puffy or warm sweater

  • Undergarments

  • Socks (at least one pair medium weight for hiking)

Camp & Outdoor Gear

  • Bathing suit

  • Towel

  • Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers

  • Flip flops or other shoes for going in water

  • Hat

  • Sunglasses

  • Water bottle

  • Travel mug or thermos (optional)

  • Day pack (optional)

Personal Items

  • Your own cup (a distinct-looking mug works best) for all meals

  • Toothbrush & toothpaste

  • Earplugs

  • Sleep mask

  • Personal medications

  • Other toiletries (deodorant, etc.)

  • Sunscreen (optional – camp will provide some)

  • Bug spray (optional – camp will provide some)

  • Pillows (if you’re not flying)

Camp Essentials

  • Headlamp or phone with flashlight

  • Costume(s) – for talent show, theme nights, general mischief

  • Any secret items for pranks or rituals (if applicable)

Attire

Boys and Girls at Mount Aspen are expected to dress themselves in a manner that upholds our camp’s unique aesthetic – one that originates from over 30 years of tradition and a spirit of adventure, creativity, and carefree summer living.

Please reference the Attire Mood Board on our Camp Living page.

Alcohol Policy

We won't be providing alcohol, so if you feel it's an important enhancement to your experience please bring your own!