History
Laurel camping was founded in 1949 and Camp Laurel operated its first summer in 1950 under the direction of the Archard and Harrison families. In 1974, Ron and Ann Scott joined Ann's parents, Mel and Bette Archard, as Directors. In 1979 Ron and Ann purchased Laurel and assumed the roles of Owners and Directors. In 1994, Keith Klein purchased Camp Laurel from the Scotts. Keith owns Laurel today along with his partners, Jem and Debbie Sollinger. The Scotts purchased the former Dr. Johnson's Camps in 1992 at its site on Crescent Lake in Casco, Maine, and renamed it Laurel South. Laurel South operated its first summer in 1993 under the leadership of Roger and Dagni Christian. In the fall 0f 1998, Roger and Dagni, along with Keith, took ownership of Laurel South and continue their partnership to this day.
Specialties
Camp Laurel South is private, co-ed summer camp. 200 boys and 200 girls attend each four-week session during the summer to learn, laugh, play, make friends and have a great time! Children come from all over the country and enjoy a full spectrum of activities in a family environment featuring more than 40 programs in six core areas: Athletics, Waterfront, Inter Arts, Tennis, Adventure, Equestrian.