Our cabin staff is made up primarily of college students from across the world. A majority of the staff were once Coniston campers themselves, which gives Coniston a great sense of tradition and community.
Children learn a lot at camp but staff may learn even more. They communicate, collaborate and seize opportunities and address issues without prompt or hesitation. They become prepared to develop their careers with skill and passion. Learn how to articulate these skills into your college application and resume.
When Camp is not in session there is a dedicated team of year round staff making sure Coniston is getting better and serving more people every single day. In the offseason the staff focuses on community outreach, Coniston’s Afterschool program and making next summer even better than the last!
Coniston’s Board of Directors believes in making camp accessible for as many families as possible. Learn more about who they are and what they stand for and the strategic initiatives that are guiding Coniston’s future.
If you are standing on Main Lawn as the clock strikes 5:15p.m., you will see campers from G4 dart out of their cabin to ring the bell for Vespers. The rings resound across the water accompanied by counselors on both sides of the lake telling their campers: “Everyone get ready to head to the Vespers Ring!”
Since 1996, Coniston has partnered with the Childhood Cancer Lifeline of NH to provide a free weekend for families affected by pediatric cancer. Families, many at different stages of their cancer journey, come together for a weekend of fun, support, respite, camaraderie, and of course, Camp! The success of this weekend hinges on current and previous summer staff members who in many cases donate their time to bring Coniston to families that need it most.
2024 was not without loss. Jesse Barden (CIT ‘94) and Colin Macquarrie, two members of the Coniston family, passed away this past year. In honor of Jesse and Colin, those closest to them gave back to the place the two men loved.
