Contacts: Tim Kershner | 603-356-0628 | timothy.kershner@mainehealth.org or Jennifer Fogg | 207-744-6052 | jennifer.fogg@mainehealth.org
North Conway, NH – Have you ever wondered how to give an injection, apply a cast, or save a life in the wilderness? Mt. Washington Valley’s Health Careers Camp is back this summer, offering middle school students a chance to explore real-world medical skills in a fun, hands-on environment.
Held at Kennett High School in North Conway from July 7–11, 2025, this week-long day camp runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (times may vary due to field trips) and is designed for students entering grades 7, 8, or 9. Youth from Conway, Fryeburg, Bridgton, Berlin, Gorham, and the entire MWV and Lakes Region are encouraged to participate.
Campers will gain practical experience by working side-by-side with local health care professionals and using real medical equipment. Through partnerships with MaineHealth Memorial Hospital, SOLO Schools, and the Mt Washington Valley Schools to Career Program, students will learn to take vital signs, draw blood, give injections, apply casts, suture wounds, and perform wilderness rescue techniques. They will also engage in emergency medical scenarios and have the opportunity to earn CPR certification.
Now in its 23rd year, previous camp participants have gone on to careers in nursing, physical therapy, X-ray, dental hygiene, veterinary medicine, and nursing, including a few nurses now at MaineHealth Memorial Hospital.
The cost of the camp is $200, with scholarships available to ensure accessibility for all interested students.
Spaces are limited—register now and take the first step into the world of health care careers!
Learn more and sign up at: www.mwvschooltocareer.org
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About MaineHealth Memorial Hospital
MaineHealth Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving the Mount Washington Valley of northern New Hampshire and western Maine. MaineHealth Memorial Hospital has earned a reputation among local residents and visitors for providing quality, compassionate and personalized care to its patients.
MaineHealth Memorial Hospital includes a robust array of health care services including primary and specialty care services and therapies, emergency care, a birthing center and surgical services. Its care team of 525 includes physicians and advance practice providers who are among the more than 2,000 providers who are part of the MaineHealth Medical Group. Memorial patients have access to onsite care in oncology, cardiology, vascular and pulmonary medicine. MaineHealth Memorial Hospital also partners with several local organizations to provide outreach and educational services supporting the health of our patients and community.
MaineHealth Memorial Hospital is part of MaineHealth, a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” As part of the MaineHealth family, MaineHealth Memorial Hospital is able to offer patients a comprehensive network of care that includes world-class specialists, a Level 1 Trauma medical center, comprehensive pediatric care services, an extensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services as well as home health, hospice and senior care services.