Summer Camp
Our Summer Day Camp allows campers to explore the outdoors, step outside their comfort zones, and build lasting friendships. GV’s highly trained counselors foster a nurturing environment, giving campers the opportunity to discover their highest potential while being themselves!
Camp Hours & Resources
Camp Hours
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Drop Off
Between 8:30- 9:00am
Between 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Pick - Up
8:00 - 8:30 AM (additional fee)
4:30 - 6:00 PM (additional fee)
Extended Care (AM)
Extended Care (PM)
Who does camp?
-
Play and explore in nature among trees, streams, and farmland.
Swim in one of our roped off, life guarded lake (life jackets required for all Lil Sprouts regardless of swimming abilities).
Participate in nature studies and arts and crafts activities.
Rock climb on our bouldering wall, Gaga, and time on the playground
Story time, themed activities, and much more!
1:6 Counselor : Camper Ratio
All Kiddos must be pottied trained!
-
Paddling in open top boats (This is a lifeguarded activity. Life jackets are required)
Swim in one of our roped off, life guarded lakes (Campers must pass a swim test OR wear a life jacket)
Fishing in our ponds (all equipment provided)
Fort Building in the forest
Arts and Crafts lead by an Arts + Crafts counselor
Rock Climbing on the various climbing walls and climbing elements around our property.
Experience our wire bridge high elements.
Nature exploration + environmental education
GAGA!
Interaction with farm animals (we have chickens, turkeys, and goats!)
Group games, team building, scavenger hunts, and more!
1:8 - Counselor: Camper Ratio
-
Paddling in open top boats (This is a lifeguarded activity. Life jackets are required)
Zipline!
Swim in one of our roped off, lifeguarded lakes (Campers must pass a swim test OR wear a lifejacket)
Fishing in our ponds (all equipment provided)
Fort Building in the forest
Arts and Crafts lead by an Arts + Crafts counselor
Archery lead by a certified archery instructor
Rock Climbing on the various climbing walls and climbing elements around our property.
Experience our wire bridge high elements.
Nature exploration + environmental education
GAGA!
Interaction with farm animals (we have chickens, turkeys, and goats!)
Group games, team building, scavenger hunts, and more!
1:10 Counselor: Camper Ratio
-
Paddling in open top boats and SUP (This is a lifeguarded activity. Lifejackets are required)
Swim in one of our roped off, lifeguarded lakes (Campers must pass a swim test OR wear a lifejacket)
Zip line and Zip n’ Dip (zipline that lands in our lake!
High aerial static course called “The Cricket”
Fishing in our ponds (all equipment provided)
Fort Building in the forest
Arts and Crafts lead by an Arts + Crafts counselor
Archery lead by a certified archery instructor
Rock Climbing on the various climbing walls and climbing elements around our property.
Experience our wire bridge high elements.
Nature exploration + environmental education
GAGA!
Interaction with farm animals (we have chickens, turkeys, and goats!)
Group games, team building, scavenger hunts, and more!
1:10 Counselor: Camper Ratio
-
Paddling in open top boats and SUP (This is a lifeguarded activity. Lifejackets are required)
Swim in one of our roped off, lifeguarded lakes (Campers must pass a swim test OR wear a lifejacket)
Fishing in our ponds (all equipment provided)
Fort Building in the forest
Arts and Crafts lead by an Arts + Crafts counselor
Archery lead by a certified archery instructor
Rock Climbing on the various climbing walls and climbing elements around our property.
Experience our wire bridge high elements.
Nature exploration + environmental education
GAGA!
Interaction with farm animals (we have chickens, turkeys, and goats!)
Group games, team building, scavenger hunts, and more!
Zip line and Zip n’ Dip (zipline that lands in our lake!)
High aerial static course called “The Odyssey”
Senior Campers will travel off site one day out of the week for an adventurous day trip. Senior Campers either go rock climbing, tubing, or hiking.
Campers will have an opportunity to tent camp one night at Genesee Valley with dinner and breakfast included.
1:10 Counselor: Camper Ratio
-
Who is ready for the next level? Embarking on an adventure along the world renown Appalachian Trail with all the things needed in our backpack! Our experienced staff will provide a trip full of memories for a lifetime!
Sunday Evening: Arrive to Genesee Valley, repack bag, set up tents, divvy up all gear
Monday: Wake, up have breakfast, break down camp, drive to backpacking trail. Hike in a few miles and set up camp, dinner, campfire activities.
Tuesday - Thursday: 5-15 miles of hiking in rich ecosystems, swim in sections of the calm river, art reflection, laughing, tent camping, cooking and more!
Friday: pack up and head back to the Valley tired and filled with memories.
Things to consider:
Does your child enjoy the outdoors and want a new challenge?
Is your child prepared to be away from home the whole week?
Genesee Valley provided: transport, food, tents, and expertise.
You need to provide: backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, hiking shoes, water bottles, mess kit, and weather appropriate clothes.
Pricing, Payments & Policies
-
General Day Camp, $445/ Week
Includes: Lil Sprouts, Youth, Intermediate and Junior
Extended Care: $75/week
-
Senior Camp, $480/Week
The additional cost covers the offsite and meals!
Extended Care: $75/week
-
Adventure Camp, $815
Dates: July 13-17, 13+
A $100 deposit per child per week is required to reserve your spot
Deposits are due online at the time of registration. Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable to other weeks. The deposit reserves your camper’s spot for that week.
Payments are due 21 days before the first day of the camp week. Payments will be automatically processed through the payment method used during registration.
Cancellations that occur at least 21 days before the first day of the registered camp week will be credited or refunded all but the $100 non-refundable non-transferable deposit.
Cancellations that occur within three weeks prior to the first day of camp forfeit 100% of the total registration cost + non-refundable non-transferable deposit.
Debit card payments run with no additional charge. Credit card payments will automatically include a 3% surcharge.
Materials needed for a smooth registration process:
Physician name and contact (for emergency situations)
Insurance information (carrier and policy #)
List of known allergies with reaction - EpiPen (medical authorization form required).
Immunization dates (month/ year) - Will NOT auto fill from previous camp registration years*
Medical authorization form - only if you child will be taking medication at camp! (can be submitted after registration but helpful for filling out medical form info)
Debit or credit card for $100 per week deposit.
Debit cards do not charge 3% fee. Credit cards add 3% service fee charges
T-shirt size during summer camp - each child get one shirt per summer
-
If you need to pick your child up early (before 4:00pm), please email camp@geneseevalley.org before 12:00pm to let us know so that we can coordinate getting your camper to the office at the appropriate time. Any early pick coordination made after 12:00pm are not guaranteed. All authorized persons picking up a camper will need to come to the office to sign that child out.
Any adult who picks up a camper must be included on that camper's "Authorized pick up" list. Parents can add authorized adults through the camper registration. A parent can also send in a handwritten note or email (camp@geneseevalley.org) with the authorized person's name if someone needs to be added last minute.
-
We are rain or shine! Staff are trained to continue programming in indoor spaces during inclement weather. In the event of thunderstorms or severe weather, all campers and staff are to gather in the nearest 4 walled building on property. Campers and staff will stay in until the Office staff make the call that the weather has passed.
RAIN DAY CHECK OUTS: campers and staff are located in the various 4 walled buildings on the main side of property. Support staff will assist with pick up. Carpool style.
-
If your desired camp week is “full”, you can add your child’s name to the wait list. You will receive a confirmation email that your child is on the wait-list. We contact parents on the wait list in the order in which they register, allowing 24 hours to accept the availability.
-
The request must be made in writing or through registration and the family of the requested child must make the same request on their account.
No requests will be honored if not done when registering or in writing at least three weeks before the scheduled camp starting date.
Grouping requests are not guaranteed.
Because of the extremely large number of requests we receive to put campers with friends and in order to ensure an enjoyable experience for other children that may be in the same group.
Summer Camp is a great way to make NEW FRIENDS!
-
Yes! We host an open house and tour of the property Sunday, March 29 10:00am - 2:00pm. Please sign up for a designated slot here!
If that date does not work for your family, please contact our camp directors to schedule a tour at a different time. Camp@geneseevalley.org
-
Genesee Valley Summer Camp is proudly accredited by The American Camp Association. ACA establishes a series of standards and practices in which we follow to ensure a quality program. ACA runs inspections of our camp policies and facility to ensure we are meeting these standards. This is a voluntary accreditation process that Genesee Valley chooses to be part of.
Safety is our #1 priority. Our outdoor adventure activities have the potential for risk, so we strive to provide our staff with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to keep campers safe during their time at camp.
Our philosophy is prevention, which we pursue through organizing and planning strong programs. In the event of any injury, staff are trained in CPR/First Aid and will seek external medical assistance if necessary.
We take camper safety seriously. Please read how we can work together to keep your campers cool in the heat and how to be tick aware at camp.
-
YES!
FAQs & Camp Resources
What Our Camp Parents are Saying