Life at Camp
Daily traditions, cherished lingo, and unforgettable moments
Traditions
Practice Your Wigwam Lingo
Bear Lake Cheer
"Bear, Bear Lake… Yow, Wildcats. W I G – wig, W A M – wam, W I G… W A M. Wigwam, Wigwam, Wigwam"
Upper/Lower Diamond
The Upper Diamond, or "Uppah" D, is where campers live and play. The Lower D supports Wigwam's baseball and soccer fields.
Bunk Row/Tent Row
Bunk row houses the youngest campers, while tent row is home to CIT's and JC's.
Ach Du Schoene
"Isn't it beautiful"… A hand-painted 16-section cartoon depicting the funny and memorable events of a particular summer.
The Pooch
The most beautiful outdoor basketball court in the state of Maine! Named after former camper Matt Poochio.
Bunk Week
Introduces campers to every facet of camp life and ensures strong bonds across their age group.
Wigwam Plaques
Campers receive a plaque engraved with their name and bars for their participation at areas of focus, brought back each year.
The Pyramid
Once a summer during Parent's Day, a full-length waterski show headlined by the incredible Pyramid act.
Polar Bear Club
Wake up early Sunday morning to the sound of a shofar and jump in the lake for a chilly dip!
Smorgasboard
Badminton, shuffleboard, roofball, gaga, four-square, bocce, ping pong — the many activities around the lodge.
Moments
Camp in Action
Explore
Interactive Camp Tour
Take a 360° virtual walk through Camp Wigwam's 40 acres on Bear Lake.
Write Us!
In a world of emails and social media, harken back to the Sunday tradition and write camp a letter!
57 Wigwam Pass, Waterford, ME 04088