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Adventure Camps Enrollment
Member registration for Summer Adventure Camps will start Saturday, May 7 at 8:00am in the Conference Room. Space is limited for many camps; be sure to sign up early. An Adventure Department staff person will be on hand Saturday morning to answer any questions about the camps being offered.
Initially, a parent or guardian is only allowed to register members of one family. If you are also acting as a proxy for a friend or relative, you must wait until everyone who has waited in line that morning has registered.
New Adventure Camp Enrollment Rule
In order to ensure each child gets a chance to participate in our camps, on the sign up day you will be allowed to sign your child up for only one session of any particular Adventure Camp. If you would like your child to participate in multiple sessions of a camp, their name will be placed at the bottom of the waiting list. If a spot becomes available, you will be called and your child may attend that camp if you are still interested.
Non-member registration will begin Saturday, May 14 at 8:00am at the Main Desk. Both members and non-members need to fill out the Adventure Camp registration form (PDF, 118kb) and submit it with your payment to the Main Desk staff.
Advanced GPS Geocaching Camp
Ages: 11–16
Level: Easy to Moderate
Time: 8:30am–3:30pm
Dates: Mon., August 8–Fri., August 12
Cost: $205 Members/$225 Non-members
Limit: 9
Participants will be taking geocaching skills to the next level. You may bring your own GPS or use ours. Participants must have knowledge of geocaching and have tried it before. Participants will also be hiking, swimming, and taking field trips.
Adventure Day Camp
Grades: 3–4
Level: Easy
Time: 8:00am–4:00pm
Cost: $195 Members/$215 Non-members
Limit: 9
Session One: June 27–July 1
Session Two: July 18–22
Session Three: August 1–5
Are you ready for a fun filled week of Adventure?! Hike to beautiful waterfalls, learn about power and how we use water to make it, hang out with camels on a wild safari ride, and then float around in a lazy river Friday afternoon at Zoom Flume!
Awesome Adventures Camp
Grades: 5–6
Level: Moderate
Time: 8:00am–4:00pm Monday–Thursday; Sleep over Thursday night to Friday; Pickup on Friday at 3:30pm at the Sports Center
Cost: $195 Member/$215 Non-members
Limit: 9
Session One: July 5–8 (4 days; $156 members/$172 non-members)
Session Two: July 25–29
Session Three: August 8–12
Awesome Adventures is back this summer with more great experiences! Put on your hiking shoes for a brand new trek. We will also be rock climbing, canoeing, biking, and camping out under the stars during this exciting camp!
Beginner Adventures Camp
Grades: K–2
Level: Easy
Time: 9:00am–1:00pm, Monday–Friday
Dates: Monday, July 18–Friday, July 22
Cost: $90 Members/$110 Non-members
Limit: 9
Beginner Adventures is a brand new camp this summer. We will be learning about nature and it’s surroundings with hikes and field trips. We will also learn about the different insects and animals in nature.
Beginner GPS Geocaching Camp
Ages: 11–16
Level: Easy to Moderate
Time: 8:30am–3:30pm
Dates: Monday, August 1–Friday, August 5
Cost: $205 Members/$225 Non-members
Limit: 9
Come join the exciting new high tech global treasure hunt known as geocaching. Campers will be using hand held GPS receivers to search for hidden caches all over Otsego County and the surrounding area. The camp activities will include learning to use the GPS device, seeking caches locally, creating and hiding our own geocaches, and sending a “travel bug”. Campers will also be hiking, swimming and taking field trips.
Beginner Kayak Paddling Camp
Ages: 10–13
Level: Easy to Moderate
Time: 9:00am–4:00pm
Dates: Tues., July 5 & Wed., July 6
Cost: $120 Members/$140 Non-members
Limit: 6
If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at kayaking, then this is the camp for you! Over two days you’ll learn the basics of whitewater kayaking through games and fun. We’ll travel around to some of the local waterways and we’ll set you up with the essentials you’ll need to become a better kayaker. No experience is necessary. All equipment will be supplied by The Clark Sports Center.
Beginner Mountain Biking Camp
Ages: 11–13
Level: Easy to Moderate
Time: 9:00am–4:00pm
Dates: Mon., July 25–Wed., July 27
Cost: $140 Members/$180 Non-members
Limit: 8
If you’ve always been one to enjoy riding your bike around town and want to learn more skills pertaining to mountain biking, then this would be the perfect camp for you. For 3 days you’ll stay within the local area and learn basic techniques associated with mountain biking. No experience required. Mountain bikes and helmets can be provided if necessary.
Adventure Camps Special Note
Our camps do not meet the definition of children’s camps under New York State regulations; therefore, they are not regulated by the NYS Department of Health. An Assumption of Risk waiver form (PDF, 290kb) is required and must be signed by a parent or guardian for all camp participants and submitted to the Sports Center two weeks in advance of the camp starting date.
Where To Meet & What To Bring
Reading, Science & Beginner Adventures: Iroquois House
Other Adventure Camps and Trips will meet in the Main Lobby of the Sports Center unless otherwise noted on registration materials.
Please refer to the paperwork issued at the time of registration for a required list of items to bring.
Digital Photography Camp
Ages: 13–16
Level: Easy
Time: 9:00am–1:00pm
Dates: Mon., August 8–Fri., August 12
Cost: $195 Members/$215 Non-members
Limit: 8 • Must have your own digital camera (6 megapixels or higher)
Join us for an introduction to digital photography. The week will be spent learning how to use your digital camera while traveling to beautiful and fun spots around Otsego County. Topics will include marco (close-up) photography, landscape photography, underwater photography, and sports photography. Campers will also have the chance to print their favorite photos and use them to create crafty photo projects. Camp will be led by Marketing Director Zachary Winnie.
Extra Awesome Adventures Camp
Grades: 7–8
Level: Challenging
Time: 8:00am–4:00pm Monday; Overnights Tuesday through Thursday; Pickup 2:00pm Friday
Cost: $235 Members/$255 Non-members
Limit: 9
Session One: July 11–15
Session Two: August 15–19
Extra Awesome Adventures Camp is back and ready for a new adventure. Monday we will monkey around on our outdoor high ropes course. Tuesday participants will be dropped off at Blue Mountain Lake and from there the group will spend the next couple of days paddling in canoes through the Marion River to Raquette Lake.
Intermediate Kayak Paddling Camp
Ages: 13–16
Level: Moderate to Challenging
Time: 9:00am–4:00pm
Dates: Monday, June 27/Friday, July 1
Cost: $250 Members/$300 Non-members
Limit: 6
For five days campers will get the chance to paddle some of the most exciting whitewater in the area! Participants will learn how to brace, roll, and paddle a whitewater kayak through eddies, play holes, and fast moving water. We will leave from the Sports Center each morning and return by the afternoon. An overnight trip may take place near the end of the week. Previous kayaking experience is required.
Intermediate Mountain Biking Camp
Ages: 13–16
Level: Challenging
Time: 9:00am–4:00pm
Dates: Monday, August 1–Friday, August 5
Cost: $250 Members/$270 Non-members
Limit: 8
This five day single track cross-country cycle camp will travel throughout Otsego County in search of the sweetest biking lines. Learn necessary techniques associated with mountain biking and then put your skills to the test! There will be one overnight trip at the end of the week—Thursday to Friday. Previous mountain biking experience is required. Bikes, helmets, and camping equipment will be provided by the Sports Center if needed.
Reading Adventures Camp
Ages: 4–7 (4 years entering Kindergarten) Level: Easy
Time: 8:30am–3:00pm Monday–Friday
Cost: $195 Members/$215 Non-members
Limit: 9
Session One: July 25–29
Session Two: August 1–5
Reading camp is a mix of great children’s literature and exciting outdoor adventure activities. Join us on educational field trips, work on fun art projects, play exciting games and learn about music. If you enjoy reading and outdoor adventures—Reading Camp is for you!
Science Camp
Grades: 4–7
Level: Easy
Time: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday
Cost: $195 Members/$215 Non-members
Limit: 9
Session One: June 27–July 1
Session Two: July 4–8
Session Three: July 11–15
Session Four: July 18–22
Session Five: July 25–29
Science Camp is bursting full of experiments, model rockets, chromatography, games, and field trips! We will travel all around experimenting with science in different places and creating new experiences. Campers will also be able to spend time at the Biological Field Station on Otsego Lake and Science Discovery Center during the week.
Three-Day Beginner Rock Climbing Camp
Ages: 10–12
Level: Easy to Moderate
Time: 9:00am–3:00pm
Dates: Tues. August 9–Thurs., August 11
Cost: $140 Members/$180 Non-members
Limit: 9
Get outside and try rock climbing this summer! For three days campers will learn the basics of rock climbing. We’ll explore some local cliffs and set you up with all the fundamentals that you need to become a better climber. No experience is necessary. All equipment will be supplied by the Sports Center.