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AVAILABLE WEEKS 1-8

*Minimum Age: 4 Years

The Explorers program is a 1-week Day Camp program for our youngest campers (minimum age 4). Campers will participate in small hikes, daily access to our supervised waterfront, games, and camp crafts. Explorers get to experience all that camp has to offer at a fun but relaxing pace!

NOTE: Children must be toilet trained.

AVAILABLE WEEKS 1-8

Campers in our Pathfinder program get the opportunity to experience camp with others similar in age. Pathfinders get to participate in a camper’s choice specialty program, sports or physical activity, hikes, camp crafts, ropes elements, archery, Healthy Teaching Kitchen, daily trips to our waterfront and so much more each day. Pathfinders, with the guidance of our Day Camp staff, will get the opportunity to make and foster new friendships, learn new skills, explore the outdoors, and so much more.

AVAILABLE WEEKS 1, 3, & 5

‘Tweens and Teens will get the opportunity to participate in regular camp activities, but also in leadership development. Campers can participate in community service initiatives around Frost Valley and in the local community. Tweens will develop social-emotional skills, work on different ways to express themselves, participate in general camp activities and so much more. Campers will spend time learning about Diversity and Inclusion practices while helping to build and give back to a community within Frost Valley.

Are you looking for something extra special? Check out our Specialty Camps for this age group.

Get ready to move in Dance Fusion! Designed for campers in grades 2–3, this high-energy camp introduces dancers to a fun mix of styles through games, creative movement, choreography, and plenty of opportunities to express themselves. Campers will build confidence, learn new moves, and work together to create a routine to share at the end of the week. No dance experience needed—just come ready to move and have fun!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Game On! Soccer Camp is designed for campers in grades 4–5 who are ready for a fun, active week on the field! Campers will build their soccer skills through drills, games, team challenges, and plenty of scrimmage time. From passing and dribbling to shooting and teamwork, campers will grow their confidence, develop their skills, and have fun playing alongside friends. All skill levels are welcome—just come ready to play!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Kickstart Soccer Camp is the perfect introduction to soccer for campers in grades 2–3! Through fun games, skill-building activities, and friendly team play, campers will practice dribbling, passing, shooting, and working together. The focus is on building confidence, learning the game, and having lots of fun on the field. Whether they’re brand new to soccer or already love to play, everyone is welcome!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Create, Build, and Discover! Campers will embrace their curiosity as they tackle a number of hands-on, STEM-based activities including building challenges, making slime, and creating an egg drop project. They will also get to visit Frost Valley’s own Maker’s Lab. All mad scientists are welcome!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Frost Valley spans across 5,500 acres, which has allowed us to have the most wonderful sites through several hiking trails. Loving the outdoors and all the beautiful nature that is of the Catskill mountains. This specialty will spend their week traversing many of our Frost Valley hiking trails. They will enjoy a few traditional camp activities as well.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Calling all young chefs! Mini Chefs is designed for campers in grades 2–3 who are ready to have some fun in the kitchen. Campers will learn basic cooking and baking skills, try new recipes, and create tasty treats while learning about kitchen safety, measuring, mixing, and working together. From sweet treats to savory creations, each day will bring something new to make—and, of course, taste!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Explore. Discover. Get Wild! Get ready to explore the wild side of Frost Valley! Wild & Wonderful is designed for campers in grades 4–5 who love being outside, getting a little muddy, and discovering the natural world. Campers will explore creeks and trails, search for wildlife, practice outdoor skills, build shelters, take on nature challenges, and discover some of the coolest places around camp. With plenty of hands-on exploration and adventure, no two days will be exactly the same!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Unleash your inner hero at Superhero Training! Campers will create their own superheroes, designing capes from recycled fabrics and crafting unique powers through storytelling. They’ll tackle obstacle courses, solve team missions, and learn the values of courage and teamwork. Get ready to save the day!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will spark their culinary creativity around the campfire! They’ll learn to safely roast marshmallows, assemble foil-packet snacks, and whip up simple trail treats using basic ingredients. Through fun, hands-on cooking challenges, they’ll discover the joy of outdoor meals.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Climb higher. Explore farther. Challenge yourself. Adventure Bound is designed for campers ready to take adventure to the next level! Campers will spend their week tackling high ropes elements, climbing challenges, team-building activities, and outdoor adventures that encourage them to step outside their comfort zones. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, problem-solving skills, and teamwork while experiencing some of Frost Valley’s most exciting adventure activities.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will embark on a week-long adventure, putting their building skills to the test. Participants will learn a variety of building techniques, tools, and materials, fostering creativity and practical skills. Each day, campers will explore different locations to understand how various terrains influence their building projects, promoting adaptability and problem-solving. In addition, campers will enjoy engaging games like capture the flag, camouflage, and other forest-based activities, fostering teamwork and connection with nature.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will embark on an exciting journey to become true wilderness survivors! They’ll master intermediate survival skills like reading compasses, constructing sturdy tarp lean-tos, and various teamwork challenges. Through hands-on exploration, they’ll learn to navigate trails and work together to conquer the outdoors, building confidence and camaraderie.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Get ready for a colorful week of creativity! Art Adventures is designed for campers in grades 2–3 who love to make, create, and try new things. Campers will explore painting, drawing, collage, sculpture, fiber arts, and other hands-on projects while experimenting with different materials and techniques. With plenty of room for imagination and self-expression, campers will create one-of-a-kind masterpieces to take home while having lots of messy, creative fun!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Step into a world of fantasy with Dragon Quest Creators! Campers will become Dungeon Masters™, designing their own mythical adventures with hand-drawn maps and invented creatures on paper. They’ll craft paper costumes, role-play epic quests, and share heroic tales, channeling their inner fantasy storyteller.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will enjoy a week of learning how to build and cook on an open fire and learn recipes great to make and eat in the outdoors. They will learn what it means to leave no trace and to be environmentally friendly to the spaces we share with others and love to return to over and over again.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities including the opportunity to swim each day.

Future sleuths will sharpen their minds at Detective Academy! Campers will solve mysteries through hand-written clues, create detective badges and role-play investigations in teams. Using keen observation and clever thinking, they’ll crack cases and uncover secrets in a thrilling, puzzle-filled adventure.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will immerse themselves in the vibrant world of performing arts throughout the week, engaging in activities and games focused on dance, music, and theater. By the end of the week, campers will have collaborated to create their own unique performing arts projects, fostering creativity, self-expression, and teamwork.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will spend a week immersed in water-based adventures, learning to canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddle board on the beautiful waters of Lake Cole. When not on the water, campers will explore the diverse trails of Frost Valley’s expansive 5,500-acre campus, connecting with nature and enhancing their outdoor skills.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will unleash their creativity in Inventor’s Garage, turning everyday items like rubber bands and cardboard into wild inventions! They’ll brainstorm, build, and test prototypes like bottle-cap gadgets or paper bridges, then pitch their creations in a fun group showcase. It’s a hands-on celebration of imagination and problem-solving.

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Every day brings a new challenge in Camp Quest! Campers in grades 4–5 will work together to solve clues, complete scavenger hunts, tackle team challenges, crack codes, and take on mysteries throughout camp. From searching for hidden clues to creating challenges of their own, campers will use teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving to complete each day’s quest. The adventure could lead anywhere!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

Campers will practice skills like shelter building, fire building, navigation, outdoor cooking, and problem-solving while taking on survival-inspired challenges throughout the week. Working both individually and as a team, campers will build confidence, resilience, and outdoor know-how while discovering what it takes to become an Ultimate Survivor!

Please Note: In addition to time spent working on their specialty, campers will also spend a portion of their day participating in traditional camp activities, including the opportunity to swim each day.

AVAILABLE WEEKS 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8

Equestrian Day Camp is a 2-week program for youth who want to spend time with horses this summer and are looking to progress with their riding skills. Campers will spend half of each day at the barn riding and learning all about horse health and care. Campers will be split into riding groups based on skill level. They will have the chance to connect with a horse and gain a sense of ownership throughout the session. The remainder of the day will be spent doing other traditional camp activities including swimming, boating, hiking, climbing, archery, sports, games, and much more! Designed for campers of all skill levels and held at Frost Valley’s Main Campus.

AVAILABLE WEEKS 3 & 4, 7 & 8

Get ready to saddle up for two exciting weeks of learning, adventure, and horsemanship at our Junior High Equestrian Day Camp! This camp is designed for students in grades 7-9 who want to build their riding skills, connect with horses, and make new friends in a fun, supportive environment. This two-week program will take place at Frost Valley’s Main Camp facility.

AVAILABLE WEEK 9

Enjoy a week on Frost Valley’s 515-acre working farm tending to our barn full of animals, harvesting crops from our bountiful garden, enjoying a wide array of traditional camp activities, and gaining a stronger appreciation for what it means to be a steward of the earth.

AVAILABLE WEEK 9

Pony Camp is a specialty one-week day camp program for youth who want to spend time with horses this summer. Campers will spend 3 hours each day at the barn riding and learning horse care. The remainder of the day will be spent doing other traditional camp activities including creeking, arts and crafts, hiking, games, and much more! This program will take place at Frost Valley’s East Valley Ranch.

No experience necessary!

2-WEEK PROGRAM AVAILABLE WEEKS 3-4

Our Leaders In Training (LIT) Program is the perfect choice for teens looking for a summer experience that balances work and play. The program is designed to teach our LITs leadership skills through community building and socialization. Teens will participate in community service projects and work with our campers, teens will create connections to peers. LITs will also participate in general camp activities including waterfront, hiking, sports and crafts.

2-WEEK PROGRAM AVAILABLE WEEKS 5-6

Our Counselor-in-Training (CITs) Program provides teens an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while having an amazing summer! During the CIT Program, teens learn the value of responsibility and they experience the joys of working with children through interactive activities. Each day, CITs will work hands-on with Explorers Campers (ages 4-5) and Pathfinder Campers (ages 6-10). CITs will participate in a mix of recreational activities, leadership development programs and job training. Our goal is for each CIT to leave the summer ready to become a counselor. 

FREE for students who attend high school in Sullivan or Ulster County