Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Age 16 · $2,375/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Age 16

Camp Walden - CIT Program

Adirondack Mountains · $2,375/week

Camp Walden is a traditional overnight summer camp in the Adirondacks offering a wide range of activities for campers aged 7-16, with a focus on personal gro...

▌ Editor's read Camp Walden's website loads as a legitimate camp site, detailing its programs and philosophy. The camp has been family-owned and operated by the Ronsani family for over 60 years, starting with Loretta and Joe Ronsani. It offers an overnight program for campers aged 7-16, including a specific CIT program for older teens. The website lists a comprehensive array of activities, from waterskiing and sailing to ceramics and rock climbing. While the website does not explicitly mention ACA accreditation, it emphasizes a focus on safety and supervision. Google reviews for Camp Walden show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the nurturing environment and positive impact on their children. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campwaldenny) and Facebook (campwaldenny) page, showcasing camp life and activities.
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Who thrives here Age 16

Camp Walden - CIT Program serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 16–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 1242 Walden Rd, Diamond Point, NY 12824, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, Full summer only. Includes a trip fee of $2000.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Walden - CIT Program

What ages does Camp Walden - CIT Program accept?
Camp Walden - CIT Program is open to children age 16. 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 Camp Walden - CIT Program cost?
Camp Walden - CIT Program publishes $2,375/week for the standard session. USD, Full summer only. Includes a trip fee of $2000. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Walden - CIT Program's hours?
Camp Walden - CIT Program 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.
Who runs Camp Walden - CIT Program?
Camp Walden - CIT Program 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 Camp Walden - CIT Program provide lunch?
Camp Walden - CIT Program 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.
How does Camp Walden - CIT Program compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Diamond Point?
Camp Walden - CIT Program is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Diamond Point that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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