Making Memories, Changing Lives.
Great News! Camp Vacamas received the 2008 Eleanor P. Eels Award for Program Excellence from the American Camping Foundation.

86 Years of making memories and changing lives one child at a time.

Enrollment for this summer is ongoing. Learn how you can enroll your child.

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Year-Round Programs

Learn in School and at Camp!
Learn about our innovative school-based programs, including drop-out prevention, after-school care, alternative education, tutoring, and environmental education.

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Sleepaway Camps

Live, play and learn together!
Learn what it’s like to attend sleepaway camp at Vacamas. We give our campers opportunities to explore the outdoors, become independent and build new friendships.

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Day Trips

Bring your group to the woods!
We provide day trips and week-long adventures for groups of all ages and sizes. We are located only 45 minutes from NY City and offer team-building and challenge course activities.

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What's Going on at Vacamas? Browse our Events!

Event at the new Gansevoort Park!

Wednesday, October 13th / 7pm - 10pm

Join Vacamas Young Leaders and Friends for a Unique Nightlife Experience at the brand new Ganservoort Park at 420 Park Avenue South.

$100 per person. Space is limited. Advance registration recommended.

Click on the Donate button below to sign up now! 

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