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 Camp Invention: National |
Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available.  
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 Afrim's Sports Colonie |
At Action Camp, kids ages 4-12 can enjoy a fun-filled day of team-building games, exciting bounce house time, and creative arts & crafts. With indoor and outdoor activities, delicious snacks, and lasting memories, every camper is guaranteed an adventure to remember! 
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 Afrim's Sports Colonie |
Afrim’s Sports Soccer Camps offer a great place for your child to learn soccer skills as a new player in the game or for a player looking to continue to develop their skills. The camp blends soccer instruction for all levels with a fun and educational environment 
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 STEAMwhiz - The STEM Learning Lab |
Join the #1 STEM Camp in the Capital District! With our HQ based in the Capital District, you will see the difference: a dedicated staff of master STEM educators specialized in grades K-8, a beautiful learning facility, high-tech equipment for education, and state-of-the-art Year-Round Programs for our local students. Together, let’s make a difference and prepare our children for their future! #BeTheChange! 
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 Albany Academy |
Entering Kindergarten-Little Leap is modeled after our LEAP camp. Weekly activities are theme-based and will include literature, math, science, art, outdoor sprinkler fun & special area classes of Greek, French, sign language, Yoga or storytelling. 
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 Albany Academy |
Entering Grades 1-3-Jr. Leap is modeled after our LEAP camp. Weekly activities are theme-based and will include literature, math, science, art, swimming & special area classes of Greek, French, sign language, Yoga or storytelling. 
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 Albany Academy |
This unique and popular camp is a one week full-day program. Students choose six activities a day to create their unique schedule for the week. 
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 Albany Academy |
Staffed with experienced actors, directors & technicians, this fast-paced rehearsal process will end with performances of Legally Blonde, Jr. Students will participate in several workshops that address performance and technical aspects of theater. 
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 Albany Academy |
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 The Music Studio |
Bring music to your child's summer with classes at The Music Studio, KOAA readers' top pick in Arts Education in 2024. We offer children (ages 3-7) a full schedule of "Let's Begin" classes packed with fun and engaging activities that channel students' innate love of music into learning. In small groups, with instruction crafted to suit their age, they'll learn fundamental musical concepts and skills — and be excited to come to every class. Summer is the perfect time to try something new, and to see if The Music Studio's celebrated teaching methods are right for your family. Check out our summer schedule or call us for more information: 518-459-7799. 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Use basic stained glass techniques to create stunning art pieces. You’ll learn to work with tools like soldering irons and glass cutters while designing your own unique pieces. Fine motor coordination required. (Lead-free class.) 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Learn about all of the tools and techniques that the pottery studio has to offer and make your own clay masterpiece. We will spend the week learning a little of everything: the potter’s wheel, slab roller, clay extruder, and a variety of hand building techniques. 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Combine art and nature in this exciting camp! Make plant prints, rain sticks, rock sculptures, and more. Let your creativity flow while exploring the natural world as your artistic canvas! 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Learn the art and science of photography! Explore camera techniques, lighting, and digital processing while taking walking trips in Downtown Troy for inspiration. Cameras provided, or bring your own. 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Think outside the box in this imaginative camp! Use found objects and diverse materials to create mixed-media sculptures and collages. Let your creativity soar! 
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 Emma Willard School |
GirlSummer, Emma’s signature summer program, offers an enriching, personalized, and fun two-week summer experience for campers entering 2nd-9th grades. Each session is two weeks in length. The GirlSummer day program allows each girl the opportunity to explore, play, and learn on our vibrant campus. 
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 The Arts Center of the Capital Region |
Get your hands dirty and learn pottery techniques like wheel throwing and hand-building. You’ll create 2-4 unique clay pieces that will be ready for pick-up after firing. Fine motor coordination required. 
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 VDO Gaming & eSports Education, LLC |
The FIRST EVER video game and Esports Summer Camp in the Capital Region. Campers will learn about video game and esports industry careers by participating in team-building workshops, coaching, and event organization! 
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 KJ's Gymnastics |
Week 5: Monday, July 28th - Friday, August 1st, 2025
Gear up for an epic showdown at this ninja and nerf style camp, where stealth meets foam-fueled fun! Join forces with our squad of ninjas to unleash your inner warrior on The Rig. Dive into thrilling missions, perfect your special moves, and engage in gym-wide, humongous Nerf wars that will leave you battle-crying for more. Get ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way to victory in the ultimate ninja showdown! 
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 KJ's Gymnastics |
Week 5: Monday, July 28th, Wednesday July 30th, and Friday, August 1st, 2025
Gear up for an epic showdown at this ninja and nerf style camp, where stealth meets foam-fueled fun! Join forces with our squad of ninjas to unleash your inner warrior on The Rig. Dive into thrilling missions, perfect your special moves, and engage in gym-wide, humongous Nerf wars that will leave you battle-crying for more. Get ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge your way to victory in the ultimate ninja showd 
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 Ramapo for Children |
Ramapo’s Day Camp programs (Day Camp, Travel Camp, and CIT Program) are for youth ages 5* to 15 years old. Ramapo offers inclusive environments purposefully designed to build healthy, meaningful relationships with peers and adults. Counselors are trained in the renowned Ramapo Approach, which is built on the simple belief that all young people want the same things: to learn, to feel valued for who they are, and to experience success. 
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 Ramapo for Children |
Based on our 250-acre campus in Rhinebeck, New York, Camp Ramapo is a residential summer camp that serves young people who are affected by social, emotional, or learning challenges, including those on the autism spectrum. 
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 Olana State Historic Site |
Back for its 16th annual season, The Olana Partnership will offer five weeks of hands-on exploration for children ages 6-11 from July to August at Olana State Historic Site. Experience art, science, architecture and nature through sketching, lake exploration, hiking, painting, play, and more, all while meeting new friends and learning from experts 
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 Lighthouse Writers Workshop |
Lighthouse offers a wide array of full and half-day summer camps from June through August for young writers ages eight to 18. Whether they've got a few novels under their belt, are new but curious about poems, or are a reluctant writer, our camps offer a fun, creative, and challenging way for young people to explore and express who they are, build new friendships, and create truly beautiful works of art. 
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 YMCA Camp Kenan |
Welcome to YMCA Camp Kenan's First Experience Camp, where young adventurers take their first step into the exciting world of summer camp! Designed specifically for first-time campers, this program offers a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore, play, and grow. 
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 Art in Mind Creative Wellness Studio |
JOIN US FOR OUR 2025 SUMMER ART CAMPS! Give your kids the opportunity to be creative all summer with a hands-on and interactive experience. 
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 Mohawk Hudson Humane Society |
A week long camp for grades 1-5 to learn about and interact with animals. 
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 Mountain High Adventure |
This is a high adventure week for boys and girls from 12 to 16 years of age. It is a 6-day Adirondack trip with Rock climbing, swimming, hiking a mountain and a back-country canoe trip. 
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 Saratoga Paint & Drip Studio |
Whether your child loves to paint, sculpt, or explore new artistic techniques, our camp offers a unique experience where they’ll create 2-4 awesome projects every day to take home and cherish.
Every week will feature a fresh theme, from “All About Color” to “Nature’s Crafts” and everything in between. Our expert instructors will guide your child through each project, sparking their creativity and boosting their confidence! 
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 City of Berkeley, CA |
Tuolumne Family Camp offers an unforgettable adventure nestled in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, where families can connect with nature and each other. With activities like hiking, campfire stories, and swimming in Tuolumne Meadows, it's a perfect escape for outdoor lovers of all ages. Experience the magic of the high country in a cozy, community-oriented setting that makes every moment feel special. 
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 Downstage Dance Center |
Downstage Dance Center Summer Session! A three-week session to try something new, keep up on technique, hone your skills and make new friends! 
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 Art in Mind Creative Wellness Studio |
JOIN US FOR OUR 2025 SUMMER ART CAMPS! Give your kids the opportunity to be creative all summer with a hands-on and interactive experience. 
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 Mohawk Hudson Humane Society |
Youth Grades 6-12 can sign up for shifts at our shelter for hands-on learning about animals and shelter processes.
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 New York State Summer School of the Arts |
our mission is to provide young artists from diverse backgrounds across New York State with equitable access to world-class training and mentorship in visual arts, media arts, and theatre. 
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 Cartwheels Gymnastics Center |
Summer half day camps running each week from Monday though Thursday 9am to 12pm. The focus is gymnastics but we will do crafts and other games each day. Thursday we celebrate with pizza! 
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 Bethlehem Children's School |
Each day is a new adventure at Bethlehem Children's School's popular Summer Camps! We combine engaging workshops from local teachers with plenty of free-play on our network of hiking trails, field games, water play, and time in our gardens. Literature is woven into each day. Children are given ample opportunities to develop their creativity, lead the exploration of the world around them and, of course, make new friends! 
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 Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs |
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 Schenectady Jewish Community Center (SJCC) |
For Rising 7th to 9th graders. Camp Galgalim (wheels) is all in the name. Camp on Wheels! We are excited to be bringing back our travel-based camp to provide the opportunity to enjoy a mic of classic day camp fun and to explore surrounding communities in a safe, enjoyable and structured program.
Extended AM and PM care is available. 
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 Create & Learn |
Learn Scratch - the most popular kids coding platform, in small groups of 3-5 students. Create games, stories, animations and have fun! 
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 Independent Lake Camp |
Independent Lake Camp is a premier overnight summer camp in the Poconos for ages 6-17 offering an impressive array of activities rich with integrity due to top-notch facilities, and talented staff. Established over 30 years ago, ILC is dedicated to celebrating diversity, promoting creativity, and empowering individual growth with our individualized, elective scheduling. Campers will learn worthwhile skills in 2-8 week sessions while making everlasting memories & friends. Each camper chooses from: Circus, Trapeze, Sports, Fitness, Archery, Art, Theatre, Dance, Magic, Music, Recording Studio, Skatepark, Digital Arts, Moviemaking, RPG, Rocketry, Climbing Wall, High Ropes, Water-ski, Wakeboard, Lake, Pool, Horseback, Nature & more! Choose from 2 or 3 week session options, or combine multiple sessions for 5, 6, and 8 week experiences, for a fantastic summer filled with unforgettable memories, lifelong friendships, and life skills that provide your child with independence, self confidence, and a sense of achievement! 
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 Theatre Institute at Sage |
This new four-week program within our existing camp is a performance focused offering for those looking to take their theatrical training to the next level! From audition to final performance, The Summer on Stage Players program will walk campers through the creative process of making a musical. 
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 Schenectady Jewish Community Center (SJCC) |
Enjoy a summer camp full of fun at the Schenectady JCC located on 25 acres in Niskayuna, NY. Campers ages 4 though Rising 6th grade will enjoy swimming, specialty activities, field trips, special events and more! 
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 Albany Rowing Center |
Albany Rowing Center's Youth Summer Rowing Camp teaches athletes ages 12-18 about the sport of rowing in a fun and educational setting. Campers learn basic sweep and sculling techniques, water and boat safety, good rowing machine practices, land training, camaraderie, and the importance of teamwork. All while enjoying the Hudson River from a completely new perspective! Camp runs 9am-12pm, M-F, June 16- August 15., $275/session. www.albanyrowingcenter.org 
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 Create & Learn |
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 Camp Fowler |
We offer overnight camp sessions for campers coming out of 3rd-12th grade. Campers who choose a Residential Camp week will stay in cabins on our 245 acre campus on the shores of Sacandaga Lake. 
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 Photography Summer Camps at UAlbany |
Students will explore collage art, enhance their digital media skills and gain hands-on experience using scanners and Adobe Photoshop to create dynamic collage work. 
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 Afrim's Sports ADK |
Action Camp is a fun interactive camp that partakes in team building activities, a fun variety of upbeat games and making some magical arts and crafts. Here at Action Camp we welcome all kids from ages 4-12 to join in on the adventures! 
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 Summer Days @ Doane Stuart |
Calling all young scientists, engineers, and curious kids! Let’s dive into the wonderful world of science. 
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 Camp Scully |
Summer Day and Overnight Fun on beautiful Snyder's Lake. We have something for all kids, ages Pre-K thru grade 11.
Making memories since 1920
Camp Scully is the camp for summer FUN 
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 The Wonder Room |
Calling young artists who love crafting and creating! This one is just right for you! We'll paint, sculpt, draw and collage. We'll start inside in the art studio and then go outside to explore some more. What will you create? What will you choose to do?
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 Incarnation Camp |
We believe that children should have the time to enjoy being kids. We believe in sleeping under the stars, getting dirt under your nails, friendship, cooking over a campfire, crafts, carnivals, sports, building community, molding clay, fishing, sliding down a water slide, canoeing, exploring our creativity, caring for our camp farm animals and all the fun little details that make up an awesome childhood summertime! 
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 Indian Ladder Farms - Altamont, NY |
Every summer, we host half day Barn School sessions centered around farm life, animals and nature. Each course focuses on a particular subjects from goats and rabbits to mushrooms, and cooking.
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 Athletic Haven |
Athletic Haven is hosting a weekly beginner and advanced basketball bootcamp. These programs will feature a high level of intensity and include components of performace fitness and body weight training in addition to the sport specific skills and drills. Each week will feature a fun game or competition to close out the session.
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 YMCA Camp Weona |
At YMCA Camp Weona, we pride ourselves on delivering a classic, fun-filled summer camp experience that nurtures growth, builds lifelong friendships, and creates unforgettable memories. Our traditional camp offers a perfect blend of outdoor adventures, creative activities, and personal development opportunities for campers of all ages. 
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 Maple Ski Ridge |
A Traditional Day Camp at the Mountain.
Our camp offers the unique balance of a traditional day camp experience in the convenient and familiar setting of the local ski area. With a combination of outstanding amenities, exciting programming, and an experienced and energetic staff team, our structured and fun day camp will be the perfect place for your child. 
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 Northeastern New York PGA Section Junior Golf Programs |
KidsPlay Golf-(Eagles) is a fun, weekly entry-level introduction to golf designed for girls and boys ages 6-11 with little or no previous experience. KidsPlay Golf shatters the myth that golf is difficult or boring for children. It includes fun games – like playing tic-tac-toe on a putting green – as well as contests and giveaways.
Golf clubs and other equipment designed especially for kids are provided for all students. Our Starting New at Golf (SNAG) and Short Golf gear feature plastic color-coded handles to help teach proper grip, oversized club heads, tennis balls and targets. Juniors ages 6-11 train skills with station based practice that allows them to learn golf through fun games and play.
The goal is to ensure that kids experience success, which builds confidence and encourages them to continue. Sessions will be at the newly opened Nest at Eagle Crest Golf Club on Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 pm- 2 pm from July 9th-July 30th (4 Sessions).
Registration closes on June 9th. 
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 Juckas Riding Stables |
Give your child the gift of a confidence building experience with horses and fellow campers!
At Juckas Stables your camper will learn about horse safety, horse care and how to ride a horse in a safe, fun, supportive environment. Each child will have an opportunity to experience working with and riding horses daily.
Camp is filled with fun games, unique learning opportunities, horsemanship skills and memories that will last a lifetime.
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 YMCA Camp Kenan |
YMCA Camp Kenan, located on the scenic shores of Lake Ontario in Western New York, has been offering unforgettable outdoor adventures for youth of all ages. Established with a commitment to fostering personal growth, teamwork, and leadership, Camp Kenan provides a safe, welcoming environment where campers can explore nature, build lifelong friendships, and discover their potential. 
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 Albany Ninja Lab |
Voted best summer camp in the Capital Region! Age-appropriate/specific drills will always be used, with a heightened emphasis on skill and long-term athlete development. Every child will be engaged and having fun, while building strength and self-confidence and finding their inner-ninja! 
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Athletic Haven |
This soccer program will feature a high level of intensity and include components of performance fitness and body weight training in addition to the sport specific skills and drills. Each week will feature a fun game or competition to close out the session.
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 The Huyck Preserve |
Wildlife Ecology Research is an intensive two-week day program where high school students learn basic ecological principles through hands-on research experience. Ecologists from colleges and universities around the region will instruct students on broad topics in ecology.
July 28-August 8 (M-F); 9am-4pm
Optional evening activities may be offered. Details will be shared with registered families. 
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 YMCA Camp Weona |
Discover the magic of summer with Camp Weona's First Experience Camp! Designed specifically for first-time campers, this three day two night program offers a safe, fun, and welcoming introduction to the joys of overnight camp. Give your child the gift of independence and discovery! 
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 Bailiwick Animal Park |
Join in on the fun for our all-new summer camp! New this year we are offering a new weekly summer ranch camp! Campers will learn all about our animals, help care for them and learn about enrichment, go horseback riding, play games, do arts & crafts, nature hikes, & so much more! This camp is centered around animals and caring for animals. 
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