Flying Deer Nature Center - Crow Call Survival Camp

4.8

The Abode of the Message, 5 Abode Rd., New Lebanon, NY 12125

Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Academic
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Academic
Boys & girls aged 12-17Mon–Fri from 9AM3PM25/day & 100/week
Boys & girls aged 12-17
Mon–Fri from 9AM3PM
25/day & 100/week

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Nature, skills, and adventure for teens outdoors

Real adventure and hands-on learning await! This camp builds confidence, resilience, and teamwork while mastering essential wilderness skills in a beautiful setting. The staff is passionate, creating a safe space for growth. Families love the balance of challenge and fun and the focus on nature connection. The overnight challenge gives teens a taste of independence. Early registration is recommended.
Real adventure and hands-on learning await! This camp builds confidence, resilience, and teamwork while mastering essential wilderness skills in a beautiful setting. The staff is passionate, creating a safe space for growth. Families love the balance of challenge and fun and the focus on nature connection. The overnight challenge gives teens a taste of independence. Early registration is recommended.

Location & hours

The Abode of the Message, 5 Abode Rd., New Lebanon, NY 12125

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

Wilderness survival skills
shelter building
water purification
wild edibles identification
primitive fire-making
camp craft
trapping
fishing
nature exploration
team building
outdoor skills
adventure challenges
knot tying
pine bark bowl making
water gathering
food processing
cooking
problem solving
foraging
plant identification
animal tracking
storytelling
natural resource utilization
environmental education
overnight camping
Outdoor & adventure
STEM
Academic
Wilderness survival skills
shelter building
water purification
wild edibles identification
primitive fire-making
camp craft
trapping
fishing
nature exploration
team building
outdoor skills
adventure challenges
knot tying
pine bark bowl making
water gathering
food processing
cooking
problem solving
foraging
plant identification
animal tracking
storytelling
natural resource utilization
environmental education
overnight camping

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.

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

4.8
My child loved the activities and caring staff!

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