Every summer the giggles and squeals of children blend with the sounds of nature as some 1,200 children enjoy a rich summer camp experience – rich in fun, friends and faith.Since its founding in 1953, Long Point has aimed to share God’s love while offering a quality camping experience for children of all backgrounds from across upstate New York.
Its well-equipped facilities include 16 camper cabins, a gymnasium, administration building, waterfront and boating area, swimming pool, pioneer village, low ropes challenge course, animal petting farm, canteen, hiking trails, recreation field, basketball and volleyball courts, playground, dining hall, campfire circle, outdoor camping area, chapel and staff facilities.
Activities and Campers
Camp is an active place with plenty of walking, running, climbing, swimming and physical activity for the benefit of a child’s health and well-being. Activities include swimming, boating, low ropes course, arts and crafts, animal petting, canteen snacks, evening programs, hiking, outdoor living/camping, music and sports. Because Long Point is a Christian camp, children are offered the opportunity to participate in Christian education, devotions, prayer, and a worship service.
Up to 192 campers enroll for each camp session. Children range in range in age from 6 to 12, with the exception of Teen Camp and Music Camp.
The Program
The summer camping season is divided into seven sessions, each consisting of 5 to 7 day programs. Children get a taste of various activities while rotating among arts & crafts, pioneering, athletics, music, boating and swimming throughout the week. As part of their afternoon activity, they get to choose one club of special interest to focus on during their stay. Campers also enjoy special cabin activities planned by their counselors.
Supervision and Accommodations
Long Point enjoys great diversity among its staff. While former campers often return to join the camp staff, Long Point also attracts young leaders from several continents each summer. All staff members are carefully screened and required to complete an orientation and training prior to the start of the camping season.Children live in large cabins that accommodate 12 campers each, along with a team of two permanent counselors and an additional senior staff member to help with supervision. Cabins are well-equipped with toilets, showers and recreation rooms for rainy day activities.
Health Care
Long Point Camp operates a Health Center to provide appropriate and necessary care for children and staff. Qualified medical personnel staff the center. Procedures are approved by the camp physician, and additional care is available at a local doctor’s office and hospital.
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