FAQ's

Can I sign up for the camp now?

If your application package is complete and mailed in along with your check, your slot is reserved but not locked in until we receive the full tuition amount. The paperwork and tuition deadlines are:

            North Camp paperwork deadline June 10, 2024

            Midcoast Camp paperwork deadline July 24, 2024

            Seacoast Camp paperwork deadline August 7, 2024

How many students can come to ACE Camp?

The maximum enrollment for the Maine ACE Camp Midcoast day camp is 30 campers. The Maine ACE Camp Seacoast day camp enrollment is 30 campers. The Maine ACE Camp North overnight camp enrollment is 22 campers max.

What will be the housing / dining arrangements for camp?

The North camp meeting facility will be at Camp Roosevelt Main Lodge Rte. 46 Eddington, Me. Campers will have meals provided.

The Midcoast camp meeting facility will be at Brunswick Executive Airport in Brunswick, ME. Campers will be expected to bring their own lunches. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

The Seacoast camp meeting facility will be at Sanford Seacost Regional Airport in Sanford, ME. Campers will be expected to bring their own lunches. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

How will ACE students be transported during camp week?

Maine ACE Camp, Inc uses a chartered a school bus with certified drivers.

Would my son/daughter be covered in the event of an accident / incident during camp?

Yes. Maine ACE Camp, Inc has full liability coverage for both air and ground operations. The policy coverage is $1 million dollars in the event any incidents or accidents that may occur. We do require all students to have their own medical coverage in place prior to the camp beginning. This information is part of the parent package.

My son or daughter will be entering the 9th grade in the fall of 2024. Is he eligible to apply for the Maine ACE Camp North?

Yes.

What do I need to bring to camp?

This is part of the Parent/Camper Registration Package. Please click on the Registration Tab and review what to bring from there.

Does ACE Camp have a conduct and discipline policy?

Most definitely!

Safety is our primary mission for all campers and staff!

Our conduct and discipline policy is spelled out very clearly to all campers and parents, in the Parent/Camper Registration Package.

The Code of Conduct and Discipline is enforced while the campers are attending the Maine ACE Camp, Inc Program! The Code of Conduct form is located on the registration form.

This policy is strictly adhered to, and we explain exactly what actions and steps will be taken in the event of a problem with any camper. If the incident is severe and jeopardizes anyone's safety, the camper’s parents will be contacted immediately to come and get them. They will be dismissed from the camp with no refund.

What do I bring to the Maine ACE Camp and what should I wear?

All CAMPERS must wear Closed Toed Shoes.

Maine ACE Camp Inc will provide one camp shirt that will be worn each day and washed each day. Casual dress such as shorts and khakis are permitted.

No cutoffs or baggy pants. You may want to bring a sweatshirt and a rain jacket.

Personal items

Cameras are permitted. (Don’t forget to bring extra batteries)

Earplugs: If you have your own you may want to bring them. (If you don’t have
your own, we will provide a pair for you to use, if needed.)

Students may bring funds for purchasing desired items if they choose. ($20.00 max)

If you are taking any medications, or are allergic to any foods, please advise the staff upon arrival.

Bug spray!!

Cell phones: Students may bring them to North camp. However, they may NOT use them during the day’s activities. The camp Director will review this policy on opening day.

Who are the Maine ACE Camp staff members?

Maine ACE Campers are supervised the entire week by a professional staff, consisting of Camp Coordinator, Director, Assistant Director, Lead Counselor, Counselors, and Chaperones. All staff members and chaperones have strong aviation backgrounds as general aviation pilots, commercial pilots, air traffic controllers, airframe and power plant technicians, and certified current Instrument and Flight Instructor ratings, both for land and sea aircraft.

Who is running Maine ACE Camp, Inc?

Maine ACE Camp Inc is organized and staffed by many aviation professionals from various industry organizations that include Federal Aviation Administration, Maine Department of Transportation, Portland International Jetport, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Boy Scouts of America - Pine Tree Chapter, and many other local aviation businesses.

What will our schedule look like?

The Midcoast and Seacoast camp will begin at 7:30am and run until 6:00pm Wednesday through Saturday. There will be time for lunch and there will be breaks between events to rest and relax.

The North camp is an overnight camp but there is time to rest and relax at the end of the days.

Will I be able to fly?

Yes, weather permitting. Every camper will get to go on an orientation flight.

How Do I Apply?

We can only allow 30 students for Midcoast camp and 30 students for Seacoast camp to attend Maine ACE Camp 2043 and only 22 campers for North camp, so you must hurry to get your application package completed and mailed to us.