Camp Lanowa

4.6

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150 Baileytown Rd, Central Valley, NY 10917-3907

Kids can grow, connect, and thrive in a special place. Nestled in a beautiful state park, it offers a chance to unplug and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. Designed for children from family residences, it provides a free, all-inclusive week of activities. Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors. Your child will make new friends and build confidence.
Kids can grow, connect, and thrive in a special place. Nestled in a beautiful state park, it offers a chance to unplug and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. Designed for children from family residences, it provides a free, all-inclusive week of activities. Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors. Your child will make new friends and build confidence.
Kids can grow, connect, and thrive in a special place. Nestled in a beautiful state park, it offers a chance to unplug and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. Designed for children from family residences, it provides a free, all-inclusive week of activities. Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors. Your child will make new friends and build confidence.

About Camp Lanowa

About Camp Lanowa

Nature, friendship, and adventure for every child
Outdoor & adventure
Sports
Art
Dance
STEM.
Philosophy: Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Philosophy: Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Philosophy: Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Ages:

7

-

12

years old

Pricing:

$0

/day

$0

/week

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp sessions & schedule

Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Boys & girls aged 7-12Mon–Sun from 025/day & 100/week
Camp Lanowa is completely free for eligible families.
All campers attend on full scholarship, with no daily or weekly fees.
Three week-long sessions are offered each summer.
Campers must reside in HFH family residences to be eligible.
No extra charges for activities, meals, or supervision.
There are no sibling discounts, as all campers attend for free.
Registration is required and spots fill up quickly, so early sign-up is recommended.
Camp Lanowa is completely free for eligible families.
All campers attend on full scholarship, with no daily or weekly fees.
Three week-long sessions are offered each summer.
Campers must reside in HFH family residences to be eligible.
No extra charges for activities, meals, or supervision.
There are no sibling discounts, as all campers attend for free.
Registration is required and spots fill up quickly, so early sign-up is recommended.
Camp Lanowa is completely free for eligible families.
All campers attend on full scholarship, with no daily or weekly fees.
Three week-long sessions are offered each summer.
Campers must reside in HFH family residences to be eligible.
No extra charges for activities, meals, or supervision.
There are no sibling discounts, as all campers attend for free.
Registration is required and spots fill up quickly, so early sign-up is recommended.

Activities & amenities

Activities & amenities

Campers enjoy a wide range of activities. Daily themes often include:

Swimming
Hiking
Boating
Fishing
Campfires
Arts and Crafts
Drama
Dance
Theater
Sports
Team Games
Nature Activities
Wildlife Biology
Musical Theater
Storytelling
Journaling
Outdoor Adventure
Lake Activities
Paddling
Roasting Marshmallows
Environmental Education
Carnival Day
Leadership Training
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Birthdays:

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What people are saying

4.6
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

Location

150 Baileytown Rd, Central Valley, NY 10917-3907

Additional info

Additional info

Food: All meals and snacks are provided at no cost, ensuring every camper is well-fed and energized for the day’s activities.
Campers are supervised by experienced staff, including counselors with backgrounds in education and youth work.
Special events like Carnival Day bring extra excitement, with face-painting, tie-dye, and sweet treats.
The camp is sleepaway only-kids stay overnight for the full session, so they get the complete camp experience.
Camp Lanowa has welcomed nearly 19,000 children since 1989, showing a long history of caring for kids in need.
Staff are trained in safety, conflict resolution, and creating a positive, inclusive environment for all.
Food: All meals and snacks are provided at no cost, ensuring every camper is well-fed and energized for the day’s activities.
Campers are supervised by experienced staff, including counselors with backgrounds in education and youth work.
Special events like Carnival Day bring extra excitement, with face-painting, tie-dye, and sweet treats.
The camp is sleepaway only-kids stay overnight for the full session, so they get the complete camp experience.
Camp Lanowa has welcomed nearly 19,000 children since 1989, showing a long history of caring for kids in need.
Staff are trained in safety, conflict resolution, and creating a positive, inclusive environment for all.
Food: All meals and snacks are provided at no cost, ensuring every camper is well-fed and energized for the day’s activities.
Campers are supervised by experienced staff, including counselors with backgrounds in education and youth work.
Special events like Carnival Day bring extra excitement, with face-painting, tie-dye, and sweet treats.
The camp is sleepaway only-kids stay overnight for the full session, so they get the complete camp experience.
Camp Lanowa has welcomed nearly 19,000 children since 1989, showing a long history of caring for kids in need.
Staff are trained in safety, conflict resolution, and creating a positive, inclusive environment for all.

Health & safety

Health & safety

Affiliations: HFH, Institute for Children, Poverty & Homelessness

Special needs

Special needs

Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.
Camp Lanowa is a truly special place for kids to grow, connect, and thrive.
Set in the beautiful Harriman State Park, this camp is all about giving children a chance to unplug from city life and experience nature, friendship, and adventure. What makes Camp Lanowa unique is its mission: it’s designed for children from HFH family residences, offering them a completely free, all-inclusive week full of swimming, hiking, arts, and campfires.
Safety is a top priority, with trained counselors and certified lifeguards ensuring every child feels secure and supported.
The focus on community and belonging means your child will make new friends, build confidence, and create memories that last a lifetime.
If you’re looking for a camp that combines outdoor fun, caring staff, and a supportive environment for families facing challenges, Camp Lanowa is a wonderful choice.