Incarnation Camp reviews

This was my first year at camp. It was one of the best experiences of my life! I made great friends and had a lot of fun. My counselors were always there for me and made every day count. I had such a great time and would recommend Incarnation to any kid!

I went to Incarnation for the first time last year, and I had the time of my life! I am no doubt going back next year. They had so many different activities, I often found myself trying to decide whether to go the the art room or run by the farm. They staff there made everyday fun; even at night there were activities, from having canoe races to having quick tests of the water slide, rope swing, and water trampolines. I certainly recommend this camp to every child!

This is the second year for my son to attend IC. He absolutely loves it and I can understand why. The location is ideal and the staff are caring; they really get to know all of the campers. It is wonderful how they "unplug" these kids and yet they have the best time of their lives. I never had the camp experience as a child but seeing how it is done at IC I know I missed something great.

This camp has been apart of my life for the past 20 years. It has shaped my personality and given me a core sense of happiness and a strong work ethnic.

I cannot put into words how much this place has sculpted me into who I am. With such a positive environment, the last four summers couldn't have been spent at a better place. One thing that's so great about this place is that they always find a way for you to be able to get there regardless of your financial situation even with its ridiculously low price. Though it's unfortunate to watch things change from how you will always remember them "from the start", IC is always in good hands and always welcoming the newbies and vets alike! grab a sleeping bag and your swim trunks and get ready for an indescribable summer!

Went to IC for 5 summers and worked for 3, it's one of the best places in the world. Everything has improved, there's so much more than when I was a camper: roller hockey rink?! ceramics studio?! movie theater?! water slide! Yet, it is the same in so many ways: still sleeping in tents, where you can hear the rain and feel the breeze; still walking small paths through the forest to the bath room or dining hall; still no pollution in the lake...this camp is special, both campers and staff feel incredibly fulfilled after a summer. I am still friends with most of my friends from camp (mind you, I went in the 90s!) and many of them go back as counselors every summer. This is a place where really strong bonds are created, and where your kids will learn and come back more responsible and helpful. It's really the best camp ever!

I was a camper for 5 years and a counselor for 5. Happiest memories of my life, and many of my closest friends to this day are from IC. I will definitely be sending my kids here. The greatest thing about IC is the people. Staff members and campers have been coming there for years and really care about the place. I have never found a more diverse and inclusive community anywhere. People of all races and backgrounds living together in harmony. I had friends whose parents were wealthy executives, and friends who grew up the projects. Not just Christians-- other campers were Jews, Muslims, agnostic-- IC embodies the true spirit of Christ's teaching which is love. Second is the setting. 700 acres of beautiful forests and fields, and a pristine mile long private lake-- no vacationers, no jet skies. It's where I came to love nature. IC is subsidized by the Episcopal church so you will not find a better value. "Preach the gospel daily. If necessary, use words." It's that kind of a

I was extremely impressed by the facilities, property, and all the staff of Incarnation. They had been going to another camp that was much more expensive and I feel did not create the great connection that my kids have experienced at Incarnation. The other camp had Jet Skis, Incarnation has sailing, kayaking, canoeing, rowing and the most amazing staff I've encountered. Incarnation has been and will be an amazing place for my kids in the summer.

This camp has for many years not only been a place to spend a summer and have a great time, but a place where children can develop into responsible independent individuals, and productive community members. The staff is great, the activities are fun, and the facilities - while generally basic are effective, and provide a humbling change for most youths, and serve to prove that it's not what you have that matters, but what you choose to do with it. I have seen countless friends, family members, and even former enemies come through this very special place and program thankful for the experience.

The oldest co-ed sleep away camp in America these folks really knwo what they're doing. Mos tof the staff is former campers and the whole thing in non-profit so the organization and it's members are there out of love not profit, this translates to superior service for the campers and a more complete experience. Finally, the facilities are not state of the art and that is a good thing. It is a traditional outdoors camp. for example, kids learn how to canoe and sail not ride a jet ski. And besides, they have a mile long private lake and nearly 700 acres of forest used exclusively by the camp- those are the best facilities possible.

my kid had a fantastic summer 2009, all the camp staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. the activities were well organized and varied. looking forward to summer 2010!

The new director they hired was hardy ever around leaving the responsibilities to the PD who was awful. The kids had an ok time but a lot of the behind the scenes stuff seemed a bit odd when dealing with the admin. The director, Karen Fairbairn, they hired from a camp that just went under and what she brought with her from that job is very apparent. I loved the religious aspect this camp had and still has as limited as it may be, but now there trying to change too much, the vast majority of their funding if Im not mistake still comes from the Episcopal church. Most the alumni like myself who have kids here are not pleased with how the summer went. I cannot knock the camp completely because I have been apart of it for awhile but will look into other camps until they change the administration back to what it was such as Derek Edwards or find a better one. Its now one of the cheapest camps on the east coast with scholarships and funding from the church and it shows how cheap it really is

this camp is fun, the beach was great, the water was warm,which made it easy to like. the staff was amazing excepted one who laughed at my best friend. The activities were great, but there weren't a lot of then.they were so nice if you could not full asleep they would help. it was not expensive and it was still a great camp.

I have had the privilege of working at incarnation for the past 2 summers and hopefully will be working there again this coming summer of 08. As an international staff member you are welcomed, appreciated and contribute to what I believe the kids find a phenomenal experience. People and beautiful surroundings make incarnation a place like no other. The activities appear endless, the experience and ranging skills of the staff is incredibly diverse. It is this diversity and choice coupled with a fantastic group/team/family culture that separates Incarnation from any other outdoor recreation facility that I have visited. This is reflected by the amount of staff who were previous campers and the high staff to camper ratio. I strongly believe that incarnation camp is a place where people of all ages, especially kids, find themselves. They develop new found confidence, try new activities, meet great friends and leave with a smile on their face as well as a wanting for more fun.

I love Incarnation Camp! I met so many great friends. Personally I thought there was too much time where you're not doing anything but besides that I think it's one of the best camps ever! I love sports and this is a great place to do them. The wet Willy(Gigantic water slide) was so much fun. The friends that you make, you have a lot of time to spend with. I had a great time.

yo this camp is awsome. PV is the best thing ever you cant beat it. all the things you do its crazy.

I loved it here, it was so cool and all the girls and guys were awesome. i even was part of a raid!