Timber Lake West - August Session
A co-ed sleepaway camp in the Catskills with two 4-week sessions and a focus on building character.
▌ Editor's read The Timber Lake West website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. The camp, founded by Jay Jacobs, has been operating for over 60 years, demonstrating significant experience in the camping industry. Timber Lake West is a for-profit entity and caters to campers aged 7-16, offering a traditional overnight camp experience. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:3 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks, emphasizing safety protocols. Google reviews for Timber Lake West show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the camp's facilities, diverse activities, and caring staff. Social media presence is strong with active Instagram (@timberlakewest) and Facebook (TimberLakeWest) accounts.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 7–17
Timber Lake West - August Session 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
- 1966 (60 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
- Ages: 7–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 436 Old Route 17, Roscoe, NY 12776, USA
- Phone: (516) 656-4210
- Cost notes: Full session price: $7,995 USD.
Runs 24-hour residential, 1 session (0 one-week, 1 multi-week block), from Jul 26 to Aug 16.
Sessions ⛓
Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.
- Session 2 Jul 26 – Aug 16, 2026 · 4 weeks
↗ What parents like
- Two distinct 4-week sessions
- STARFISH values program
- Elective program for tailored schedules
↘ Watch for
- No full-summer option
- No email address provided
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: outdoor
Frequently asked about Timber Lake West - August Session
- What ages does Timber Lake West - August Session accept?
- Timber Lake West - August Session is open to children ages 7–17. 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 Timber Lake West - August Session cost?
- Timber Lake West - August Session publishes $2,665/week for the standard session. Full session price: $7,995 USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Timber Lake West - August Session's hours?
- Timber Lake West - August Session runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Timber Lake West - August Session accredited?
- Yes — Timber Lake West - August Session is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 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 Timber Lake West - August Session?
- Timber Lake West - August Session is operated by a private business, with 60 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 Timber Lake West - August Session provide lunch?
- Timber Lake West - August Session 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 Timber Lake West - August Session offer transportation?
- Timber Lake West - August Session 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
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