Camp Homeward Bound

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Site K-31 7 Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain, NY 10911-2028

Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Art
Dance
Music
Academic
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Art
Dance
Music
Academic
Boys & girls aged 7-15•Mon–Sun from 9AM–5PM•25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 7-15
Mon–Sun from 9AM–5PM
25/day & 100/week

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Summer camp for NYC’s most resilient kids

Imagine a summer where children thrive\! This camp provides a life-changing experience for kids needing it most. Surrounded by caring counselors and new friends, children build confidence and joy in nature. Meals, activities, and supplies are all included, removing financial worries. The camp offers a safe, supportive environment where kids can simply be kids. Campers gain new skills and lasting friendships. Adventure, growth, and support await\!
Imagine a summer where children thrive\! This camp provides a life-changing experience for kids needing it most. Surrounded by caring counselors and new friends, children build confidence and joy in nature. Meals, activities, and supplies are all included, removing financial worries. The camp offers a safe, supportive environment where kids can simply be kids. Campers gain new skills and lasting friendships. Adventure, growth, and support await\!

Location & hours

Site K-31 7 Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain, NY 10911-2028

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Activities

swimming
biking
cooking
dance
archery
arts-and-crafts
video-production
music
yoga
nutrition-education
science-activities
math-activities
outdoor-adventures
team-sports
leadership-training
environmental-education
drama
hiking
nature-exploration
social-skills-development
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
STEM
Art
Dance
Music
Academic
swimming
biking
cooking
dance
archery
arts-and-crafts
video-production
music
yoga
nutrition-education
science-activities
math-activities
outdoor-adventures
team-sports
leadership-training
environmental-education
drama
hiking
nature-exploration
social-skills-development

Schedule

Sun
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat

8:00 AM

-

Schedule may vary based on day of the week or extended care.

Pricing

$85-$111

/day

$$600-$775

/week

Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.
Summer camp pricing
Member rate: $675
Non-member rate: $695
Orange County YMCA rate: $775 for 8 days/7 nights
YMCA of the Desert: $600 for one week
Day Camp (local residents, ages 6-13): July 21-25, 2025
Financial assistance is available through the Open Doors program (apply by May 9, 2025).
Pricing typically includes accommodations, meals, activities, a camp t-shirt, and sometimes transportation and a photo yearbook.
Member discounts available.
Registration for 2025 is open, but some programs are already full.
No daily drop-in option; rates are based on full sessions.

Visit YMCA Camp Oakes's website for the latest and most accurate pricing info.

Additional information

Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.
Food: All meals and snacks are included in the camp fee, so you don’t have to worry about packing lunches.
Transportation is sometimes included, depending on the YMCA branch you register with.
Camp Oakes is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), ensuring high safety and program standards.
There’s a special day camp session for local residents in July.
The camp is fully co-ed and welcomes children of all backgrounds.
Financial assistance is available for qualifying families; don’t hesitate to ask about support if you need it.

Birthdays

No birthday party hosting information found

Affiliations:

YMCA, ACA

Hours of operation

Monday

8AM - 4:30PM

Tuesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Wednesday

8AM - 4:30PM

Thursday

8AM - 4:30PM

Friday

8AM - 4:30PM

Saturday

8AM - 4:30PM

Sunday

Closed

Extras

Birthdays

Food

ACA

Accessible

Food

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What people are saying

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