Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC)
An overnight camp for girls, part of The Fresh Air Fund, offering free summer experiences.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as a real camp website for Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC), which is part of The Fresh Air Fund. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid until 2025. The website indicates the camp has been operating since 1906, founded by Anita Bliss Coler, making it over a century old. It is clearly a nonprofit organization, offering free summer experiences to children from New York City. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the camp's mission focuses on providing a safe and enriching environment. Google reviews for 'The Fresh Air Fund' (which includes Camp ABC) show a rating of 4.7 stars based on 176 reviews, with reviewers often praising the positive impact on children and the organization's dedication. The Fresh Air Fund's Instagram handle is @thefreshairfund and their Facebook handle is TheFreshAirFund.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 1201906+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 8–15
Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 120 (1906 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 8–15
- Address: 2443 NY-52, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
- Phone: (212) 897-8900
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Free for youth who live and go to school in NYC, and meet income eligibility requirements.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC)
- What ages does Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) accept?
- Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) is open to children ages 8–15. 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 Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) cost?
- Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for youth who live and go to school in NYC, and meet income eligibility requirements. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- Is Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) accredited?
- Yes — Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 1906 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC)?
- Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 1906 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) provide lunch?
- Yes — Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
- Does Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) offer transportation?
- Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC) with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Day camp vs. overnight camp · Decide whether the format fits your child and schedule.
- Packing list and camp prep · Plan gear, medication notes, labels, and drop-off prep.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Camp Anita Bliss Coler (ABC).
- Camp Belknap · Ages 7–15 · $1,638/week
- Camp Belknap · Ages 7–15 · $1,438/week
- Camp Tommy · Fishkill, NY · Ages 9–12
- Yiddishland (Workers Circle) · Circle Lodge · Ages 8–17