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Why Teens Don’t Need to Be “Good at Art” to Benefit From an Arts Camp

Why Teens Don’t Need to Be “Good at Art” to Benefit From an Arts Camp

October 7, 2026
Does a teenager need exceptional artistic talent to gain something meaningful from an arts program? Research suggests otherwise. The National…
From School Cliques to New Friendships: Why Summer Camps Give Teens a Fresh Start

From School Cliques to New Friendships: Why Summer Camps Give Teens a Fresh Start

October 4, 2026
For many teenagers, school friendships can feel firmly established. Students may already have their social groups, reputations, and routines, making…
What Does Independence Look Like for a Teenager at Summer Camp?

What Does Independence Look Like for a Teenager at Summer Camp?

October 1, 2026
For many parents, sending a teenager to sleepaway camp in New York raises an important question: how much independence is appropriate? Adolescence…
Why “No Audition Needed” Could Be the Most Important Thing on a Camp Brochure

Why “No Audition Needed” Could Be the Most Important Thing on a Camp Brochure

September 30, 2026
Most camp brochures lead with photos and activity lists. But we believe one of the most important lines is often…
Why Parents Are Rethinking the “Productive Summer” for Their Teenagers

Why Parents Are Rethinking the “Productive Summer” for Their Teenagers

September 28, 2026
For years, a “productive summer” meant internships, test prep, and resume-building activities stacked back to back. That definition is starting…
AI Can Write a Script, But Can It Create a Live Theatre Experience?

AI Can Write a Script, But Can It Create a Live Theatre Experience?

September 25, 2026
Type a prompt into an AI tool today, and you can have a full script within minutes. Dialogue, stage directions,…
Theatre, Music, Dance, or Kayaking? Why Variety Matters in a Teen Summer Program

Theatre, Music, Dance, or Kayaking? Why Variety Matters in a Teen Summer Program

September 24, 2026
Parents often assume that a good teen summer program in New York means picking one discipline and committing fully to it.…
No Audition, No Pressure: Why Non-Competitive Arts Camps Appeal to Today’s Teens

No Audition, No Pressure: Why Non-Competitive Arts Camps Appeal to Today’s Teens

September 22, 2026
For a lot of teens, the word audition carries real dread. Years of school productions, competitive dance studios, or all-state…
Why Teens Are Choosing Creative Communities Over Traditional Summer Activities

Why Teens Are Choosing Creative Communities Over Traditional Summer Activities

September 19, 2026
A summer job, a sports league, or a packed academic program used to be the default choice for teenagers. More…
Why Families Return to Long Lake Camp Year After Year

Why Families Return to Long Lake Camp Year After Year

September 16, 2026
Walk around camp on the first day of any session, and you will notice something quickly: a huge number of…

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Contact Information

Winter Office:
199 Washington Ave
Dobbs Ferry. NY 10522

Summer Address: June to August
83 Long Lake Camp Way
Long Lake. NY 12847

Phone: 914-693-7111 (no texts)
Text:  914-430-7535 (texts only)
Email: [email protected]

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2027 Dates & Rates

3 Week Sessions. 
1st: June 27 to July 18. $8400
2nd: July 19 to August 8. $8400
3rd: August 9 to August 29. $7950

6 Week Sessions. $14,850
1st: June 27 to August 8
2nd: July 19 to August 29

Shorter sessions (2 weeks) may be available by request.

Summer Camp Location

In the Adirondack Park of upstate New York on our own private lake side estate surrounded by world famous mountains, forests and lakes.

Mid June to end of August, staffed 24hrs – 7 days a week when camp is in session.

For Adventurous siblings check out our sister camp

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