HIRED STAFF RESOURCES

To access your myKIPPEWA account,
click below.

myKIPPEWA

For mobile access, download our Campanion app here.

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SUMMER 2026: GETTING STARTED!

It’s time to start looking forward to a great summer, full of spirit, enthusiasm, and a whole lot of fun!

However, before you make your move up to Maine, there are some things you need to do in preparation for the summer. Make sure you read through the staff sections of this website as it is full of helpful and important information. You also need to complete your paperwork as soon as possible.  All the forms needed are available in a secure section of our website.  Inside myKippewa you will find all of the forms, newsletters, updates and information you need.  To log in to myKippewa use the email address that you use to communicate with us as your username.  First-time visitors will need to request their password from the system.

We will be sending you newsletters and email updates as camp approaches. If you have any questions you can also email us anytime or call 1-800-547-7392.

Now is a great time to start thinking about the lessons that you will be teaching, the kids that you will be working with, and to start preparing yourself for a summer full of adventure, growth, and laughter as you join the Kippewa Family!

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IMPORTANT STAFF DATES

The following is a list of important dates for Kippewa staff as far as arrival for various staff members, orientation, departure and when the campers arrive and depart.

May 21: Week 1 Pre-Camp Staff Arrive

May 28: Week 2 Pre-Camp Staff Arrive

June 4:

  • Swim, Windsurf, Paddle and Waterski Instructors Arrive

  • Week 3 Pre-Camp Staff Arrive

June 7: Remaining Lifeguards Arrive

June 8: Ropes Staff Arrive

June 10: Archery Staff Arrive

June 12: Leadership Team Arrive

June 14: Remaining Staff Arrive

June 15 – 23: Staff Orientation

August 11: Staff Depart

August 11 - 17: Family Camp

August 31: Post Camp Staff Depart

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have questions? We’ve got answers! Here are some common questions parents and campers ask about camp. Contact us if you require further assistance.

Additional FAQs can be found here.

  • Our Camp Nurses (RNs) staff the camp Health Center (The Pillbox). The Pillbox offers a comprehensive health care service to all staff.  Our nurses can administer all common over-the-counter medications and there is no charge for this service. If any staff member needs to see the doctor, an appointment can be scheduled.  All staff members must carry comprehensive health insurance.  Kippewa is less than 20 minutes away from 2 major hospitals.

  • All medications, including over the counter medications, must be kept in staff lockers. No medications may be kept in the cabin where children live for their safety.

  • Domestic staff members are expected to bring their own linens. International staff traveling to camp from outside North America are provided with sheets, blankets, a pillow, and towels.

  • A packing list and other additional information about what to bring to camp will be available once you secure a position at Camp Kippewa.

  • Counselors receive a paycheck every two weeks.  Travel reimbursement and bonuses are paid at the end of the season, in the counselors final paycheck.