Nemesia Peet is Named Employee of the Month

September 29, 2023

Nemesia Peet is the Assistant Director of Annual Campaigns and has been with Frost Valley since 2017; however, her journey with Frost Valley YMCA began when she attended a Team Building program with her previous job. Her favorite memory is from this past summer – when she was able to spend time with and work alongside her son. Nemesia thinks Frost Valley as an organization is important because “we provide a safe place for children to be themselves and meet a diverse mix of…people to learn [from] and grow.” Nemesia contributes to this by raising money so kids, that otherwise would not have the opportunity, can attend camp. Nemesia believes …

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Adirondack Hike & Paddle

September 21, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. ADIRONDACK HIKE & PADDLE (Grades 8-9) (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL)   Can’t decide between paddling on the water and summiting peaks? This trip features both! Spend the first half of the 10-day trip backpacking through the Adirondacks. During this phase, campers will focus on their backcountry and hiking technical skills. After summiting some high peaks, …

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Adirondack 90-Mile Paddler

September 21, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. ADIRONDACK 90-MILE PADDLER (GRADES 9-10) (Intermediate Level) Looking for an adventure to push and build your paddling skills through the pristine lakes of the Adirondacks? Then the 90-mile Adirondack Paddler is for you! This trip features 12 lakes, 9 portages, and one major river starting in Old Forge through the Fulton Chain and …

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Young Women’s Confidence Trip: BIPOC Empowerment Hike & Climb

September 21, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFIDENCE TRIP: BIPOC EMPOWERMENT HIKE & CLIMB (GRADES 9-10) (ENTRY/INTERMEDIATE LEVEL) Join our affinity trip to hike and climb in the iconic Adirondack Mountains! This trip is designed to build a camper’s self-confidence through wilderness challenges, meaningful growth experiences, and empowering interpersonal relationships within our BIPOC community. Campers will be led …

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Young Women’s Confidence Trip: Adirondack Trail Builder

September 21, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFIDENCE TRIP: ADIRONDACK TRAIL BUILDER (GRADES 9-12) (Intermediate Level) Join us on an adventure that gives back to a place that we visit frequently: the Adirondacks. This is an amazing opportunity to help maintain the trails we use so often. This trip will entail different projects such as clearing brush, building bridges, …

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Young Women’s Confidence Trip: Adirondack Paddler

September 21, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. YOUNG WOMEN’S CONFIDENCE TRIP: ADIRONDACK PADDLER (GRADES 8-9) (ENTRY/INTERMEDIATE LEVEL) The Adirondack Paddler is for the water-loving adventurer looking to develop their paddling skills and their leadership. From paddling small streams to large lakes to whitewater this trip offers opportunities to build confidence and teamwork in addition to mastering paddling skills. Campers will …

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Winter Break Day Camp

September 15, 2023

A Great Program For Kids On School Break! Limited Availability. Registration Is First Come, First Served. Winter Break Day Camp, for children ages 4-12, will run from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Weather permitting, daily activities will include archery, snow adventures, broomball, arts & crafts, and more! Parents will be responsible for providing a bagged lunch for their camper as Frost Valley will not be providing lunch this year. Please send the following items with your child: snow clothes, extra warm clothes, a water bottle, sturdy laced shoes and snow boots, hats, and gloves.   PROGRAM FEE: $180 per child TIMES: Drop Off/Pick Up:  8:30 am-9 am/4:30 pm – 5 …

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Long Trail Thru-Hiker

September 13, 2023

MAKE LASTING FRIENDSHIPS AND EXPLORE AMAZING PLACES! NOTE: Unless mandated by the Department of Health, Frost Valley WILL NOT be requiring campers to be vaccinated for COVID-19 for Summer 2023, but we are STRONGLY RECOMMENDING parents get their children vaccinated. We will be working with the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and American Camp Association to stay updated on guidelines. LONG TRAIL THRU-HIKER (Grades 9-12) (MONTH-LONG ADVANCED LEVEL)   Join us for Frost Valley’s month-long expedition of Vermont’s famous Long Trail. Led by their two trip leaders, six campers will embark on this month-long expedition of the oldest continuous footpath in the US. Campers will challenge themselves while building and developing their backcountry …

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Summer Overnight Camp Open House

September 5, 2023

Learn all about our summer programs! Join us for a tour during our FREE Open House Sundays or call to book a time that is better for you. There will be a slideshow, Q&A, and walking tour. Call (845) 985-2291 ext. 203 or email campregistration@frostvalley.org for information and reservations.  

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