Wondering what the schedule looks like or what seminars/ensembles are offered?
Getting ready?
Not sure what to bring?
Need to know how to get there?
Use the links on the "For Campers" menu above to get the answers. If you still have questions after reviewing them, feel free to contact us. We want your experience to be incredible.
We encourage you to make reservations as soon as possible in order to secure housing.
Bed and Breakfast:
Pressey House Lakeside Bed & Breakfast
32 Belgrade Road
Oakland, Maine 04963
(207) 465-350
www.presseyhouse.com
Hotels:
Best Western Plus – Waterville Grand Hotel
375 Main Street Waterville,
Maine 04901-4924
Phone: (207) 873-0111
Includes breakfast. This recently renovated hotel offers cable or satellite television with in-room movies, a desk, high-speed Internet access, a microwave, a refrigerator, room service and much more. Wake up each morning to a complimentary delicious breakfast special in O’Brien’s Restaurant. Relax and unwind in the indoor, heated, salt-water pool and revitalizing hot tub. Additionally, this pet-friendly Maine hotel offers an exercise facility, guest laundry, a 24-hour business center, free parking, a 24-hour front desk and much more.
Comfort Inn Civic Center
281 Civic Center Dr.
Augusta, ME, 04330
Phone: (207) 623-1000
The Comfort Inn® Civic Center is conveniently located adjacent to Interstate 95, and within minutes to New England Music Camp. All spacious guest rooms include microwaves, refrigerators, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers and coffee makers. Your Morning Breakfast is full of hot and delicious options, making breakfast at the Comfort Inn Civic Center the perfect way to start your day. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors! Enjoy many amenities, including free local calls, free USA Today newspaper and free parking. The hotel has an indoor pool, indoor hot tub and exercise room.
Best Western Plus – Civic Center Inn
10 Community Drive
Augusta, Maine 04330-8009
Phone: (207) 622-4751
The spacious, clean rooms at this pet-friendly Maine hotel offer cable or satellite television with in-room movies, free wireless Internet access, a microwave, a refrigerator, room service, a desk and much more. Enjoy the serenity and fun of the outdoor swimming pool and sundeck. Additionally, the property offers an exercise facility, a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk, free parking and much more.
Hampton Inn Augusta
388 Western Avenue
Augusta, Maine, 04330
Phone: (207) 622-4077
Special rate includes a free hot breakfast to start your day off right. Choose from a variety of hot and cold items including waffles and if you don’t have time to sit down, grab a free and healthy On the Run® Breakfast Bags, available from Monday to Friday.
Re-energize with a workout in the modern fitness center or catch up with work in the free business center and enjoy free high speed internet access throughout the hotel. Host an important meeting in the boardroom or meet with friends and enjoy free coffee and casual conversation in the hotel lobby. After a busy day, retire to a comfy guest room and unwind on a clean and fresh Hampton bed®. Stay connected with free WiFi. Use the handy lap desk to work from the comfort of your bed or simply relax and watch the 37-inch HDTV.
Other nearby lodging options:
Bed & Breakfasts:
Maple Hill Farm Inn
11 Inn Road
Hallowell (Augusta area), ME 04347
www.MapleBB.com
(207) 622-2708
(800) 622-2708 for Reservations and event planning
Hotels/Motels:
FireSide Inn & Suites
356 Main Street
Waterville, ME 04901
www.firesideinnwaterville.com
(207) 873-3335
Fairfield Inn & Suites
14 Anthony Ave
Augusta, ME 04330
www.fairfieldinn-and-suites-augusta
(207) 623-2200
Hampton Inn
425 Kennedy Memorial Dr.
Waterville, ME 04901
www.hamptoninn.com
(207) 873-0400
Cabins/Cottages:
Snow Pond Farm Cottage & Farmhouse
Hosta Lane
Sidney, ME 04330
www.snowpondfarm.com
(603) 883-7582
RV PARKS AND CAMPGROUNDS near NEAMC
(We are not recommending any of these campgrounds as we know nothing about them; they were found via the Internet as being within about 45 minutes from camp.)
The Birches Campground
Lake Cobbosseecontee
201 Norris Point Road
Litchfield, ME 04350
(207) 268-4330
Approximately 40 minutes from camp
Greenvalley Campgrounds
Webber Lake
1248 Cross Hill Road
Vasselboro, ME
207-923-3000
Approximately 40 minutes from camp
Augusta/Gardiner KOA Campground
30 Mallard Drive
Richmond, ME
207-582-5086
Approximately 35 minutes from camp
Augusta West Kampground
183 Holmes Brooke Lane
Winthrop, ME
207-377-9993
Approximately 35 minutes from camp
August 23rd to 29th, 2025
(Saturday - Friday)
2025 Rates will be posted soon!
Program Participation (includes non-refundable $... registration fee)
NEMC alumni discount is available to alumni of our youth summer camp program.
| New Horizons Band Members and NEMC Youth Camp Alumni | $... |
| Non-New Horizons Band Members and Non-Alumni |
$... |
| Spouse/Friend Track A (Includes participation in music seminars and small ensembles as well as recreational facilities/activities and evening activities.) | $... |
| Spouse/Friend Track B (Includes participation in recreational facilities/activities and evening activities only) | $... |
Meals
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Full Meal Plan (3 meals per day, plus snacks, per person) |
$... |
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Commuter Meal Plan (includes lunch, dinner, snacks and beverages) |
$... |
| (A la carte meal tickets available upon arrival at camp) |
Campus Lodging – Housing is available on a first come/first serve basis.
Sunday night 8/25/24 thru Friday night 8/30/24
Participants bring linens from home (sheets, blankets, towels, etc.).
Please Note: Your registration receipt/invoice will reflect your housing choice but your housing is not confirmed until you receive an email from the housing coordinator.
Current available accommodations are as follows:
For Women – The Lodge-Side Dorm
For Men – The Bowl-Side Dorm
If you desire any different type of accommodation, please email
| Lodge-Side Dorm Room (1-2 person max/room, women only) | $... | |
| About the Lodge-Side Dorm: The original Dorm on campus, recently renovated. More “historic”. This dorm is closer to the Lodge and Alumni Hall, making it easier to walk to meals and rehearsals. This dorm will be for women only. | ||
| Bowl-Side Dorm Room (1-2 person max/room) | $... | |
| About the Bowl-Side Dorm: Newer and more “modern,” yet charmingly rustic. This dorm is on the far end of camp, but is a lovely walk through the woods (we also have shuttles!). This dorm will be co-ed, with women upstairs, and men/couples downstairs. | ||
| Double Bed Lodge Room (2 person max/room) | $... | |
| Single Bed Lodge Room (1 person max/room) | $... | |
| Health Center (2 person max/room) | $... | |
| *Camp Burns is a newly renovated 4 bedroom cabin. (8 person maximum) | $... | |
| *One Bedroom Cabin (2 person maximum) |
$... | |
| *Two Bedroom Cabin (3-4 person maximum) | $... | |
| *Three Bedroom Cabin (4-6 person maximum) | $... | |
*Cabin pricing based on double occupancy minimum. All cabins include beds, dressers, closets, single bathroom, small refrigerator, and coffee-maker. NO stove or cooking ability.
Cancellation Policy for Adult Camp
Off-Campus Lodging:
Quality off-campus lodging recommendations can be found HERE.
If you are eating away from camp, may we suggest the following establishments, many of whom are consistent supporters of NEAMC and its programs.
Augusta/Hallowell/Monmouth:
Village Inn
RT. 27, Box 282
Belgrade Lakes, ME 04918
www.villageinnducks.com
(207) 495-3553
Wings Hill
Inn and Restaurant
Belgrade Lakes
207.495.2400
Waterville/Winslow/Oakland:
Amici’s CucinaItalian Cuisine
Mon-Thurs 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fri-Sat 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
137 Main Street • Waterville
861.4440
Joseph’s Fireside Steakhouse
99 West River Road
Waterville, ME
207.877.8325
The Last Unicorn
Outside Dining • Lunch & Dinner
Brunch on Saturday & Sunday
8 Silver Street, Waterville, ME
207.873.6378
Riverside Farm Market & Café
Outdoor Dining
Sunday Brunch (10am-2pm), Lunch & Dinner
291 Fairfield Street, Oakland, ME
207.465.4439
www.riversidefarmmarket.com
Cancun Mexican Restaurant
14 Silver Street, Waterville, ME 04901
207.872.7400
Lobster Trap
Winslow, ME
207.872-0529
Novelty / Take-out / Unique:
Big G’s Deli
581 Benton Avenue
Winslow, ME
207.873.7808
www.big-g-s-deli.com
The Korner Store and Deli
45 Oak Street, Oakland, ME
207.465.3292 / 207.465.3293
Bacon Farm Maple Products
Pure Maine maple syrup & more
1500 ft. south of NEMC
Sidney, ME
207.547.5053
www.baconfarmmaple.com
Oakland House of Pizza
16 Water Street, Oakland, ME
207.465.2729
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