Free Summer Camp Opportunities
Through Wilderwood Camps
Edges of the Field provides free access to summer camp experiences at Wilderwood Camps when last-minute spots become available.
These openings typically occur the week before a camp session begins—and sometimes as late as the day before camp starts.
This program exists to ensure that unused camp spots are not wasted and can instead be offered—at no cost—to campers who are ready to participate on short notice.
There is no fee to join the waiting list and no camp tuition cost if your camper is placed through this program.
What Is Edges of the Field at Wilderwood Camps?
Edges of the Field partners exclusively with Wilderwood Camps to connect children with free summer camp opportunities when openings occur due to cancellations or schedule changes.
Because these openings happen close to the start of a session, this program operates as a standby waiting list, not traditional registration.
Most placements occur within the final week before camp begins, and in some cases the day before the session starts.
How Camp Spots Are Offered
All camp placements through this program are handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
This program is not based on financial need, background, or application review.
Here’s how it works:
Families are added to the waiting list in the order they sign up
When a camp spot becomes available, it is offered to the first family on the waiting list whose camper matches the age and session requirements
Families may be contacted just days—or even hours—before camp begins
If the family is able to accept the spot within the response window, they receive the placement
If they are unable to accept, the opportunity moves to the next family on the list
Because of this, signing up early and being flexible are both important.
Who Is This For?
Are seeking a free summer camp experience for their child
Are interested specifically in Wilderwood Camps
Have the flexibility to commit with very short notice
Understand that placement is not guaranteed
Families do not need to provide income information or meet eligibility requirements beyond age and session fit.
Why a Waiting List?
Availability through this program depends entirely on real-time openings at Wilderwood Camps.
Fairly manage interest
Quickly fill last-minute openings
Keep camp sessions fully utilized
Offer free camp experiences to families who are prepared to act quickly
Being on the waiting list ensures your family will be considered when an opening arises, but it does not guarantee placement.
Important Things to Know
This program is completely free
Placement is first-come, first-served
This is not a needs-based program
Most openings occur within a week of camp, sometimes the day before
Families must be ready to respond quickly
Opportunities vary by week, age group, and location
This program applies only to Wilderwood Camps
Join the Free Wilderwood Camp Waiting List
If you think you might want to take advantage of this opportunity, the best step is to join the waiting list as early as possible.
After submitting the form, you will receive confirmation and will be contacted if a suitable spot becomes available.
Questions?
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (423) 290-4552