Blairstown, NJ
Both Day Camp and Sleepaway Camp have full use of Blair Academy's facilities, which include: Archery Range, Basketball Courts, Ceramics Studio, Covered & Outdoor Tennis Courts, Computer Lab, Executive Golf Course, Fitness Studio, Indoor Pool, Private Lake and Waterfront, Squash Courts, Theater, and Turf Fields.
Explore on the camp’s website ↗Even if your child isn't fully independent yet, programs that structure shorter stays (like four nights) or begin with day camp components can provide a supportive bridge toward full sleepaway participation. At Lake in the Woods YMCA Camps, our program options help families find the right fit for each child's unique pace.
Feeling homesick is a natural part of growing up, especially during a camper's first few nights away from home. At Lake in the Woods YMCA Camps, we're ready for it. Our staff are trained to support campers with empathy, encouragement, and plenty of fun distractions. Counselors create a warm, welcoming space where every child feels included and valued. If a camper is having a tough time adjusting, we'll partner with families to help them settle in and thrive. With a little time and a lot of care, most campers find their groove and grow in ways that surprise even them.
Lake in the Woods YMCA Camps is located on the stunning 525-acre campus of Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ. Blair Academy is our home away from home, providing the perfect backdrop for a summer of adventure, friendship, and discovery. Nestled among rolling hills and shaded by towering trees, Blair's stunning campus offers everything our campers need to thrive.
Part of what makes camp so special are our theme weeks! Each week of camp has a unique theme — from Party in the USA week, to Color War Week, to Campstock — each has unique activities and programs.
My daughter raved about her two weeks at Lake in the Woods. She had a variety of activities to choose from each day as well as a special evening activity that she looked forward to each night. The weekend break during the two week session was the perfect introduction to sleep away for our family. The experience certainly gave her greater confidence and a stronger sense of independence.
At Lake in the Woods YMCA Camps, we strengthen community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Rooted in the values of Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility, our programs empower individuals of all ages to grow, connect, and thrive in the great outdoors. At camp, caring means helping someone who's homesick, cheering on a friend, or pitching in before you're asked.
2027-06-28 – 2027-07-09
2 weeks · $3,271
Standard: $3,271
Early Bird: $3,208
Grades 6–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. For students with dyslexia; functional reading level grades 4–7 or non-emotional/behavioral IEP for reading support. Morning instruction; afternoon with other campers including evening activities.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-28 – 2027-07-09
2 weeks · $3,271
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Painting, drawing, photography, ceramics. No early bird price listed.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-12 – 2027-07-23
2 weeks · $3,271
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-26 – 2027-08-06
2 weeks · $3,271
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-27 – 2027-07-24
4 weeks · $6,542
Standard: $6,542
Early Bird: $6,417
Grades 11–11 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Leadership training in child development, conflict resolution, activity planning. Early bird $6,417.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-21 – 2027-06-25
1 weeks · $1,654
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Blair Academy golf course; club selection, rules, drives, putts, sand traps. Classic camp activities also included.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-21 – 2027-06-25
1 weeks · $1,654
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Dedicated fishing program; fish behavior, conservation, boat fishing. Bringing own pole and tackle encouraged but not required.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-21 – 2027-06-25
1 weeks · $1,654
Standard: $1,654
Early Bird: $1,622
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Coding, LEGO robotics, rocketry, plus tennis, fishing, daily pool.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-26 – 2027-08-06
2 weeks · $3,271
Standard: $3,271
Early Bird: $3,208
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Full show, improv, acting, sets, costumes; plus a week-long elective activity.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-28 – 2027-07-09
2 weeks · $3,271
Standard: $3,271
Early Bird: $3,208
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Monday–Friday; campers home on weekends. Early bird price $3,208.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-12 – 2027-07-23
2 weeks · $3,271
Standard: $3,271
Early Bird: $3,208
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Monday–Friday; campers home on weekends. Early bird price $3,208.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-07-26 – 2027-08-06
2 weeks · $3,271
Standard: $3,271
Early Bird: $3,208
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Monday–Friday; campers home on weekends. Early bird price $3,208.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗2027-06-21 – 2027-06-25
1 weeks · $1,654
Standard: $1,654
Early Bird: $1,622
Grades 4–10 (entering)
Overnight camp
Coed. Sports, swimming, arts and crafts, target games, evening campfires and games.
Dates, rates & eligibility ↗Here is a sample of the activities available at Blair Academy: Archery, Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Canoeing, Ceramics, Dance, Fishing, GaGa, Hiking, Improv, Nature, Swimming, Swim Lessons, Tennis, Theater, and more. Evening activities include campfires, special events, and games.
Explore on the camp’s website ↗A sample daily schedule at Lake in the Woods Sleepaway Camp: 8:15 am Breakfast · 9:00 am Morning Round-Up · 9:30 am Activity Periods 1 & 2 · 12:00 pm Lunch · 1:10 pm Swim · 2:20 pm Siesta · 3:30 pm Activity Periods 3 & 4 · 6:00 pm Dinner · 7:00 pm Evening Activity · 8:45 pm Group Time & Devotions · 9:10 pm Bedtime.
Explore on the camp’s website ↗Unlike many summer camps, Lake in the Woods Sleepaway Camp has access to the beautiful dorm style housing at Blair Academy. Our dorms are divided into halls. In each hall, there is a shared bathroom, and 5-8 rooms. Depending on the building, campers will either have their own room, or have a room with a roommate. Each hall will have 2-3 camp counselors. Campers are divided into their halls based on their gender and grade.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗Meals and snacks are served out of the Blair Academy Dining Hall. Campers will sit with their bunk or age group with their counselors. A variety of menu items, including salads, are available. If your child has food allergies or a specialized diet, please indicate it on their dietary form when they are registered.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗We have a licensed nurse on site 24 hours a day to care for campers, whether it's a scraped knee, a headache, or simply a reassuring smile. Many of our staff are certified in CPR and First Aid, so campers are always surrounded by trained, caring adults who know how to respond in an emergency.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗There's something special about getting a letter at camp — and we make sure every camper gets the chance to experience it. Families can send letters by mail or drop them off during check in to be delivered throughout their stay. Campers are encouraged to write back home, sharing stories, doodles, and updates on their favorite camp adventures.
Read more on the camp’s website ↗