Camp Quest NorthWest is a coed overnight camp on Samish Island, WA, for ages 8-17, founded in 2012 and ACA accredited. It offers traditional camp activities plus science games, philosophy, critical thinking, ethics, and environmental stewardship, with no religious affiliation. A listed 2026 Camp Kirby session runs Aug. 16-22 at $1,075, and camperships are available.
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- Families seeking a coed overnight camp for children ages 8-17.
- Families looking for a nonreligious camp environment.
- Children interested in traditional camp activities combined with science games, philosophy, critical thinking, ethics, and environmental stewardship.
- The $100 deposit is non-refundable, and refunds after the final payment deadline depend on the open spot being filled.
- Campers leave electronic devices at home; only picture-taking cameras are allowed.
- The listed 2026 Camp Kirby session runs Aug. 16-22 at $1,075; confirm session details before enrolling.
2027 sessions and prices
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQNW Summer Camp1 week · ages 8-17 | Aug 22 – Aug 28 | – | – | Ask |
Winter camp
| Session | Dates | Price | Per week | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Quest On the Air · ages 12-18 | Jan 15 – Jan 18 | $100 | $175 | Ask |
What it really costs
Activities
Camp life
Getting there
Straight-line distance. Driving is usually 20–30% longer.
What families say about Camp Quest NorthWest
★ 4.8 · 3 reviewsParents and campers describe Camp Quest NorthWest as welcoming and accepting, with one camper saying they had great fun and made friends. One parent praises the staff and calls it a safe place for a free-thinking teen to build confidence and leadership skills. One camper pushes back on the atheist-camp label, saying religion was not a focus at camp.
- Welcoming and accepting 2 of 3
- Nonreligious camp setting 2 of 3
- Overall positive experience 2 of 3
Based on 3 real family reviews of Camp Quest NorthWest, 2012–2019.
Reviews last checked Nov 2026
“An extraordinarily welcoming and accepting place to send a free-thinking teen. I am so grateful to the staff for all their work. I cannot imagine a safer place for a kid to explore and grow in confidence and leadership skills.”
“Isn't every camp that doesn't have a religious presence an "atheist" camp. I don't get it. When I went to camp I didn't have a preacher tag along, I just went to camp. Religion was the furthest thing from my mind.”
3 family reviews
“best camp ever I had great fun at camp I made lots of friends”
“An extraordinarily welcoming and accepting place to send a free-thinking teen. I am so grateful to the staff for all their work. I cannot imagine a safer place for a kid to explore and grow in confidence and leadership skills.”
“Isn't every camp that doesn't have a religious presence an "atheist" camp. I don't get it. When I went to camp I didn't have a preacher tag along, I just went to camp. Religion was the furthest thing from my mind.”
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Questions about Camp Quest NorthWest
What ages does Camp Quest NorthWest take?
Camp Quest NorthWest takes campers from 8 to 17.
When are the 2027 sessions at Camp Quest NorthWest?
CQNW Summer Camp: Aug 22 to Aug 28.
Does Camp Quest NorthWest run a winter camp?
Yes. Camp Quest NorthWest also runs winter sessions: Camp Quest On the Air: Jan 15, 2027 to Jan 18.
Can campers bring phones?
Campers leave electronic devices at home; only simple cameras permitted.
Is Camp Quest NorthWest ACA accredited?
Yes. Camp Quest NorthWest is accredited by the American Camp Association.
What is the refund policy?
Before final payment deadline, all payments except deposit are refundable; after deadline only if the open spot is filled.
Is financial aid available?
Camperships available; select the campership application when registering.
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