Lakeside skill classes
Overnight campers rank ten preferences and are assigned four daily skills classes, with options spanning sailing, archery, arts and sports.
2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George
Kattskill Bay, New York
YMCA Camp Chingachgook on Lake George
Use Lake George as a classroom for paddling, chosen skills and real wilderness outings.
Chingachgook sits on Lake George’s eastern shore in the Adirondacks, with overnight camp for ages 7–15 and day camp for ages 5–10. Overnight campers submit skill preferences and attend four assigned classes each day, alongside cabin activities, lake swimming and evening programs. Two-week campers take a three-day, two-night wilderness excursion; one-week groups explore on foot or by boat for an afternoon. It is a strong fit for children comfortable with simpler living and substantial outdoor time.
ACA-accredited camp
CAMP-NY-003
Courses & activities
Wilderness excursions
Two-week stays include a three-day, two-night excursion grouped by age and difficulty; one-week stays include an afternoon hike or paddle.
Lake swimming & paddlesports
Lake time builds familiarity with the water; sailing, paddlesports and selected ski activities require the relevant swim test.
Themed evenings & cabin life
Themed canoe races, scavenger hunts, dances and evening reflection extend the shared experience beyond classes.
Day camp discovery
Day campers ages 5–10 try swimming, teamwork games, sports, archery, climbing and canoeing, with lunch and a snack.
Camp features & life
Distinct overnight and day options
Overnight is for ages 7–15; day camp is for ages 5–10, suiting families staying locally.
Wilderness built into the stay
Wilderness outings are part of the overnight schedule and vary with session length and age.
Cabin or yurt groups
Cabins or yurts house about 8–10 similarly aged campers, with two counselors and a CIT; bathhouses are shared within the unit.
Who might enjoy this camp?
- Children drawn to lakes, hiking and outdoor camping
- Overnight campers comfortable with shared bathhouses and group living
- Families staying near Lake George and seeking day camp for younger children
Overnight arrival includes a 220-yard swim check; sailing, paddlesports and related activities depend on 220- or 440-yard tests. Evening reflection (Vespers) and an electronics-free policy are part of camp life.
2027 dates & tuition
2027 overnight camp
06-27 – 07-02, 2027Overnight Session 1 · Ages 7–15
1 week
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07-04 – 07-16, 2027Overnight Session 2 · Ages 7–15
2 weeks
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07-18 – 07-30, 2027Overnight Session 3 · Ages 7–15
2 weeks
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08-01 – 08-13, 2027Overnight Session 4 · Ages 7–15
2 weeks
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08-15 – 08-20, 2027Overnight Session 5 · Ages 7–15
1 week
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08-22 – 08-27, 2027Overnight Session 6 · Ages 7–15
1 week
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2027 day camp
06-28 – 07-02, 2027Day Camp Week 1 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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07-05 – 07-09, 2027Day Camp Week 2 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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07-12 – 07-16, 2027Day Camp Week 3 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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07-19 – 07-23, 2027Day Camp Week 4 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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07-26 – 07-30, 2027Day Camp Week 5 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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08-02 – 08-06, 2027Day Camp Week 6 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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08-09 – 08-13, 2027Day Camp Week 7 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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08-16 – 08-20, 2027Day Camp Week 8 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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08-23 – 08-27, 2027Day Camp Week 9 · Ages 5–10
Monday–Friday
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Contact an advisor for 2027 tuition and optional aftercare, Thursday overnights and between-session weekends.
Overnight registration requires a USD 300 deposit, non-refundable after April 1, 2027. Day camp requires full payment on enrollment.
Some watersports classes cost extra; ask about refunds, change fees and balance deadlines.
Travel & participation
The camp is in Kattskill Bay on Lake George’s eastern shore in the Adirondacks. Plan local day-camp pickup and international airport connections separately.
Day camp normally runs 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Thursday, with Friday pickup at 3 p.m.; ask about care until 5:30 p.m. and extra-fee Thursday overnights.
Overnight campers bring bedding or a sleeping bag; bathhouses are a short walk away. Discuss diets, medical needs and wilderness readiness beforehand.
The camp has hosted overseas campers, including from France and Spain; ask about 2027 eligibility, English communication and transport.
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Enquiries & Applications
Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.
Enquiries & Applications