ABOUT USThis season marks Castle Island's 90th year! Castle Island Camps has been family owned since 1929. John & Rhonda Rice, the current owners, are only the fourth generation to run the camp!
Castle Island Camps is an American Plan Camp, meaning our rates include your waterfront cabin, all meals and daily housekeeping. That's a big reason our guests are able to enjoy a fun, stress-free vacation with us! Whether you are here to enjoy quality family time, or some excellent fishing - Castle Island is the place to be! We are located at the mid point of beautiful Long Pond in Belgrade, Maine - creating easy boat access to both the north and south ends of the lake. The north end of the lake provides quality fishing and easy water access to downtown Belgrade Lakes. The south end of the lake has the same excellent fishing with many streams and inlets. Fishing Enthusiasts learn more here |
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MEET THE RICE FAMILY
John and Rhonda were both raised in Maine. Rhonda grew up in the southern part of the state until she went to college. She attended The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) where she received a B.A. in Psychology. Following this, she moved to Richmond Virginia where she earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). Rhonda worked in the social work field for nine years, the last five specializing in therapeutic foster care. This is when she and John received "the call" about purchasing Castle Island Camps which had been in Rhonda's family since 1929. Rhonda enjoys staying active through working out, walking, and hiking. She also enjoys reading, traveling, home improvement projects and spending time with family, including her granddaughter, Vivian.
John grew up in Alna (huh?), a little town near the coast. He received his B.A. in Psychology from UMF and his MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University (see the trend?). John worked as a social worker/therapist for over ten years in a variety of capacities. He was also able to combine his professional skills with his love of the outdoors by participating in several wilderness trips with at-risk youth. John enjoys fishing, hunting, going for walks and trying new and exciting recipes. He also appeases Rhonda on those home improvement projects! Who knew a licensed therapist could make the transition to carpenter, plumber, electrician, cook and dishwasher? As he likes to say, “the best job I’ve ever had.”
John and Rhonda's three daughters had fantastic experiences growing up at Castle Island, where they made great memories and many life-long friends. Lydia is married and she and her husband, Nate, welcomed their first child, Vivian Mae, in June 2023. Lydia continues to work as a nurse at a local hospital.
Following college, Elizabeth moved to South Carolina and is working as a medical assistant for a dermatology practice. She has enjoyed the low country, especially the warmer weather. She has a sweet dog named Ozzie.
Paige is set to graduate from the University of Rhode Island spring of 2025 with a BS in nursing. She has already been offered a job at a Rhode Island hospital where she did her clinicals.
John grew up in Alna (huh?), a little town near the coast. He received his B.A. in Psychology from UMF and his MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University (see the trend?). John worked as a social worker/therapist for over ten years in a variety of capacities. He was also able to combine his professional skills with his love of the outdoors by participating in several wilderness trips with at-risk youth. John enjoys fishing, hunting, going for walks and trying new and exciting recipes. He also appeases Rhonda on those home improvement projects! Who knew a licensed therapist could make the transition to carpenter, plumber, electrician, cook and dishwasher? As he likes to say, “the best job I’ve ever had.”
John and Rhonda's three daughters had fantastic experiences growing up at Castle Island, where they made great memories and many life-long friends. Lydia is married and she and her husband, Nate, welcomed their first child, Vivian Mae, in June 2023. Lydia continues to work as a nurse at a local hospital.
Following college, Elizabeth moved to South Carolina and is working as a medical assistant for a dermatology practice. She has enjoyed the low country, especially the warmer weather. She has a sweet dog named Ozzie.
Paige is set to graduate from the University of Rhode Island spring of 2025 with a BS in nursing. She has already been offered a job at a Rhode Island hospital where she did her clinicals.
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"The Rice Family is first class and hard working and their goal is to make sure you have a good vacation. That's dedication!"
- David L |
