Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–15 · $946/week
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YMCA Camp Oratam

Harriman State Park · $946/week · ★ 3.0 (2 reviews)

A traditional YMCA day camp located in Harriman State Park, offering outdoor activities and swimming.

▌ Editor's read The YMCA Oratam Day Camp website (metroymcas.org/nmy-summer-camp) loads successfully and provides information about their day camp program. The camp is operated by the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, a non-profit organization. While the specific camp, YMCA Oratam Day Camp, is not listed in the ACA directory, the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges as a whole is a recognized entity. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. The program is a day camp, offering activities like swimming, sports, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures. Google reviews for 'YMCA Oratam Day Camp' are limited, but the Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges generally receives positive feedback, with a 4.2-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, often praising their community involvement and diverse programs. The camp emphasizes character development and skill-building within a safe and supportive environment.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–15

YMCA Camp Oratam sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–15
  • Hours: 8:00am-5:15pm
  • Address: Harriman State Park, NY, USA
  • Phone: (845) 357-3232
  • Cost notes: Member Fee: 46/session

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Oratam

What ages does YMCA Camp Oratam accept?
YMCA Camp Oratam is open to children ages 5–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does YMCA Camp Oratam cost?
YMCA Camp Oratam publishes $946/week for the standard session. Member Fee: 46/session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are YMCA Camp Oratam's hours?
YMCA Camp Oratam runs 8:00am-5:15pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs YMCA Camp Oratam?
YMCA Camp Oratam is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does YMCA Camp Oratam provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Oratam does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Does YMCA Camp Oratam offer transportation?
YMCA Camp Oratam provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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