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Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp

Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp · $750/week

Camp Mark Seven offers a unique overnight summer camp experience for deaf, hard of hearing, and KODA (Kids of Deaf Adults) youth, focusing on American Sign L...

▌ Editor's read Camp Mark Seven is an overnight summer camp located in Old Forge, NY, specifically designed for deaf, hard of hearing, and KODA youth. The website, campmark7.org, loads successfully and provides detailed information about their programs. The camp is a non-profit organization, as indicated by the 'Donate' and 'About Us' sections. While not explicitly stating ACA accreditation, the website does mention that all staff undergo background checks and are trained in CPR/First Aid, with a nurse on-site, demonstrating a commitment to safety. The camp's mission is to provide a fun and educational experience that promotes ASL fluency and deaf culture. Google reviews for Camp Mark Seven are overwhelmingly positive, with a 4.9-star rating from 40 reviews, frequently praising the inclusive environment and the positive impact on children's ASL skills and confidence. Social media handles include @campmark7 on Instagram and 'campmark7' on Facebook, both actively updated with camp activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–12

Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 9–12
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 144 Mohawk Hotel Road, Old Forge, NY 13420, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $1500 for two weeks. Financial aid is available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp

What ages does Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp accept?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp is open to children ages 9–12. 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 Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp cost?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp publishes $750/week for the standard session. USD. $1500 for two weeks. Financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp's hours?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp 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 Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp provide lunch?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp 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 Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp compare to other specialty camps in Old Forge?
Camp Mark Seven - KODA Youth Camp is one of 5 specialty camps in Old Forge 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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