Next Gen: A One-Week Mini Camp For 12-Year-Olds

Nestled in the gorgeous Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts 

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An overnight camp created for 12-year-olds

July 26–August 1, 2026 | $2,300

The teen years can hit hard with new challenges and new expectations. Odyssey Teen Camp’s Next Gen Mini Camp gives 12-year-olds a head start, building confidence before it’s needed most!

Tweens spend a full week at Odyssey Teen Camp, doing all our activities, living in pods with campers their age, and experiencing a supportive introduction to overnight camp.

Experiencing camp early sets the stage for future summers, allowing your child to grow with our community, discover their interests, and fully embrace everything OTC has to offer throughout their middle and high school years.

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Campers will:

  • Try it all - arts, theater, swimming, boating, Magic: The Gathering, evening programs, and more
  • Stay in pods with kids their own age
  • Join older campers for supervised activities and evening programs
  • Be supported by experienced staff
  • Get acquainted with OTC’s culture
  • Build Friendships
  • Gain confidence and feel included

It’s the perfect first step into the Odyssey Teen Camp experience!

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Begin Your Odyssey With OTC's Next Gen: Mini Camp

Learn more about this unique opportunity for your tween to get a true taste of camp life while building the independence and resilience they need to enter the teen years feeling strong and empowered.