New York YMCA Camp

Dear Campers, It is with a heavy heart that I share with you that, after a thorough and difficult review, the YMCA has decided to permanently close and sell our sleepaway camp and outdoor education operations at Camps Talcott, McAlister, and Greenkill. This painful decision was not made lightly, and we are heartbroken that circumstances have compelled us to take this action. We know our sleepaway camps have meant so much to generations of campers and staff. The memories and f...riendships formed at camp are priceless and irreplaceable. They will undoubtedly last a lifetime. I am truly sorry we are unable to continue offering the joyous experience of summer at sleepaway camp. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on the YMCA’s revenue, resulting in losses of $100 million. For years, our sleepaway camp operations have depended on the organization’s financial support. Unfortunately, our current and projected financial condition has left us unable to continue providing that support. We are committed to continuing our support of the YMCA camp movement and are exploring how to use our endowment to send children to other neighboring and partner Y camps. We will be in touch with you with more information. I want to thank each and every staff member who has ever worked at our camp, especially those who were with us until last year. I want to thank our Board of Managers and donors for their leadership and commitment. And I want to thank all of our campers, families, and the local community for your support over the years. All of you are what made our camps so wonderful and special. Please stay safe and healthy during this difficult time and take care. The camp office remains open for the time being if you have any questions. You can reach us at 845-858-2200 or by email at [email protected]. Warm wishes, Thad THAD GIFFORD-SMITH Executive Director New York YMCA Camps PO Box 622, 160 Big Pond Rd, Huguenot, NY 12746

As we say goodbye to 2020, we want to wish you a Happy New Year. 2020 was certainly a strange year, but it reminded us of how grateful we are for our Camp family. We missed seeing so many of you, but we can't wait to see you in 2021!

Happy Holidays from Camp! We had planned on showing video of the camp covered in snow, but we got 2 inches of rain last night! It really juiced the flow over the waterfall though.

Happy Holidays from Camp! This is what happens when you get 2 inches of rain that melts the foot of snow on the ground.

One of the problems for folks desperate to get out into nature for some stress relief. Come to camp and avoid the crowds: https://ymcanyc.org/ymca-family-getaways

Your family should be sitting in these chairs! Come on up for a family getaway! https://ymcanyc.org/ymca-family-getaways

Best Autumn colors in years! Come up to enjoy them: https://ymcanyc.org/ymca-family-getaways

The wildlife at camp are a bit easier to spot these days. Caught this character on camera in Greenkill this morning - very lucky to have my camera nearby.

Try a little taste of camp with virtual camps! https://ymcanyc.org/programs/virtual-summer-camps

Camp is waiting for the world to open up again.