Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Summer Camps in New York Since 1926
Since 1926, Camp Chipinaw and Silver Lake have provided transformative summer experiences for children, fostering lifelong friendships in a nurturing environment. Our two campuses in the Catskill Mountains cater to diverse needs, offering 7-week sessions at Chipinaw and flexible 3-4 week options at Silver Lake. With over nine decades of experience, we combine structured programming with personalized attention to help campers develop confidence and character. Our staff, drawn from across the U.S. and internationally, undergoes rigorous training to ensure safety and engagement.We offer 50+ activities spanning athletics, arts, and adventure, complemented by modern facilities including heated pools and a private lake. Family traditions dating back to 1926 remain central to our programming, while continuous improvements maintain our position as a premier New York summer destination. Our comprehensive approach includes transportation services, dietary accommodations, and staff-led initiatives that prioritize camper growth and community building.
Services
Summer Camp Programs
Adventure Activities
Arts & Crafts
Sports Training
Waterfront Activities
Event Rentals
Staff Training
Transportation Services
Dietary Accommodations
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer 98 years of continuous summer camp experience since 1926
- Our ACA-accredited programs maintain the highest safety standards
- We provide personalized camper-staff ratios with 50+ daily activities
- Our international staff undergo specialized child development training
- We maintain family traditions while modernizing facilities annually
Associations and certifications
- American Camp Association
What people say
Lifelong friendships
Amazing experiences
Nurturing staff
Skill development
Services
Summer Camp Programs
Our residential summer programs offer 3-7 week sessions for children aged 7-16. Campers choose from 50+ activities while living in supervised cabins with trained staff. The structured schedule balances recreation with personal growth opportunities.
Adventure Activities
Campers engage in archery, horseback riding, ropes courses, and nature exploration. Certified instructors guide all activities with safety protocols. Equipment and instruction included for all skill levels from beginner to advanced participants.
Arts & Crafts
Daily creative workshops include ceramics, digital arts, theater production, and traditional crafts. Professional instructors teach techniques in dedicated studios. Campers showcase creations at weekly talent shows and exhibitions.
Sports Training
Structured sports programs cover team sports, individual training, and recreational play. Certified coaches teach baseball, basketball, swimming, and more. Leagues and tournaments organized weekly with equipment provided for all participants.
Waterfront Activities
Certified lifeguards supervise swimming, sailing, and waterskiing at our private lake. Lessons available for all skill levels with safety equipment included. Daily free swim periods and organized water games included in summer programming.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We serve children aged 7-16 with age-appropriate programming and cabin groupings.
Are international campers accepted?
Yes, we welcome campers from around the world with specialized support for international families.
What staff training programs exist?
All staff complete ACA-certified training including child psychology, safety protocols, and activity instruction.
Can I visit before enrollment?
Private tours available during summer sessions with advance scheduling through our website.
What medical facilities are available?
On-site medical staff available 24/7 with nearby hospitals within 30 minutes.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide flexible payment options and early enrollment incentives for returning families.
Reviews (4)
Katie Williams
Oct 16, 2021
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Honestly this campus is beautiful and they have amazing activities. HOWEVER do not I REPEAT DO NOT bring your children here!!!! I worked as a counselor this summer and it was quite literally the worst experience of my life. I am still very glad I came because working under Michael Baer and his posse of god awful management taught me so much about how not to treat your employees. I couldn't even begin to describe how terrible this place is. PLEASE trust me when I say this but if you bring your kids here they will come back to you either terrible people or broken. They allow bullying to happen because
Elliott Via
Jul 07, 2017
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Beautiful just beautiful I went there for the running school and it is just amazing the staff is super nice and the lake is just beautiful an amazing place I would give it more then 5 stars if possible
Jingbing Huang
Jun 25, 2017
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I was spending four days right there. Everything is so great, expect the weather, there is cold, make sure u check the tempture before u go!!!
Brandon Cohen
Jan 16, 2014
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Absolutely great camp was a camper there for 8 years and the nicest camp I've seen by far from traveling to multiple camps in the area through inter-camp games
