The Facility: In 1997, Fiver's Founder, Tom Tucker, purchased 152 acres of farmland from the Keefe family in Poolville, a small town in central New York , nearby to Tom's alma mater, Colgate University . The Keefe's were grateful to sell the land to someone committed to using it for a positive purpose and often visit the property to tell the Fiver children what it was like growing up on the farm.

The camp property includes a lake, a river, wetlands and woodlands, as well as fields suitable for a variety of recreational activities. The 3,500 square foot dining hall is at the camp's center and offers views of the entire property including the learning center, the health center, the horse barn, the athletic fields, and the swimming pool. Children live in cabins or platform tents divided into two units, one for boys and one for girls. A staff lounge, tennis courts, administrative office, basketball courts and a waterfront round out the facility.

Programs: The Whole Self program, Fiver's leadership and character development program, is the core of the Fiver experience. Fiver values are woven into all activities offered at camp. Some of the activities offered at Camp Fiver include:

African Dance, Art, Basketball, Boating, Creative Writing, Environmental Education, Ethical Decision-Making, Fishing, Football, Hip Hop Dance, Hockey, Horseback Riding, Latin Dance, Learning Center, Newsletter, Soccer, Softball, Step Class, Swimming, Tennis, Theater, Volleyball, Weaving, Wilderness Survival

During the evening, campers participate in campfires, talent shows and large group games. One hundred and twenty children attend during each of four sessions for a total of approximately 500 participants throughout the summer. Children progress through the LEARN, TAP, LEAD and SERVE programs during their ten years in the Fiver program. Each program brings new challenges and develops new skills.

Camp highlights include a four-day wilderness camping trip, Ethical Decision-Making class and culminating debate, Senior Institute class during which SERVE participants complete college essays and prepare for the post-high school transition, low ropes and climbing wall experience, geo-caching canoe trip and tours of local colleges.

Supervision: College-age counselors lead and teach the Fiver kids while serving as excellent role models. Counselors are recruited from Fiver partner organizations and universities throughout the United States . Several international staff members complete the counseling team and provide a global perspective. The summer staff also includes leadership team members, activity specialists, lifeguards, nurses, and kitchen, maintenance and office personnel.

Accreditation: Each summer, Camp Fiver receives a permit from the Department of Health prior to opening our doors to children. Fiver is also accredited by the American Camp Association. During our last accreditation visit in 2006, the visitor shared the following comments.

“In 15 years of camping I have literally never seen a more conducive camping environment. The campers and staff have created a magical family that beams with spirit and compassion.” ACA Accreditation Visitor