Welcome to Camp Fiver!
Let us show you around!
Located in Poolville, NY, Camp Fiver consists of 129 acres of open space, forest, and lake. The original inhabitants of the land were the Oneida people. Prior to becoming Camp Fiver, this land was owned by the Keefe Family, who ran a dairy farm on the property.
The Dining Hall
Three times a day, campers and staff gather in the Dining Hall for nutritious meals, conversation, and after the seconds-bell rings, singing.
The Pavilion
The Camp Fiver community kicks off each morning at the Pavilion with a Thought of the Day, a reflection on Camp Fiver values that each cabin takes a turn hosting. The Pavilion is a spot for classes, evening events like the camp-wide dance, and annual SERVE graduation, where program graduates share their reflections and inspire younger participants.
The Cabins
While at camp, youth live in age-group assigned cabins with two counselors who serve as teachers, role models and mentors. Cabins groups are families within the larger camp community and a source of pride for campers. Co-living provides opportunities for Fivers to learn about teamwork, conflict resolution, and self-care.
The Burrow
Serving as a library, classroom, and cool respite from hot summer sun, the Burrow programming keeps campers engaged in literacy and year-round learning.
The Horsebarn
Possibly the most popular camp program, the Horsebarn is home to five horses, and the occasional goat and chicken.
The Garden
Campers get their hands dirty and their bellies full of healthy produce while working in the Fiver garden. It’s a popular spot for hands-on lessons on environmental science and frequent bunny sightings.
The Trail to Tucker Point
Long walks between main camp grounds and Tucker Point, a gathering place by the lake, provide the opportunity for campers and counselors to connect, reflect, and get their steps in.
The Waterfront
The waterfront is home to many favorite camp activities - fishing, boating, and swimming. Swimming lessons for all campers start in the first years of camp in the pool; as comfort and skills build, campers get more opportunities to swim in the lake. On hot July days, the lake is the place to be!
The Campfire
Two weeks at camp aren’t complete without a campfire!
The Creek
The creek that runs along the edge of camp lets Fivers learn about the environment by getting involved directly in it! The bank of the creek is the perfect place for a quiet cabin activity or a 1-on-1 conversation.
Music Outside
Much summer programming takes place on the shaded porches of main camp buildings. Creativity and expression are core to the Fiver experience - with a backdrop of green fields and forests, campers learn, explore and create.
The Computer Lab
The only electronic screens at Camp Fiver are located in the Computer Lab. Here, Fiver high schoolers complete research for their debate classes and complete college applications.
The Fields
With 90% of the Fiver population coming from densely populated areas of the New York City, the open fields give Fivers a chance to run free, playing soccer, softball, ultimate frisbee, capture the flag and many silly invented camp games.
Somewhere Over the Rainbow
Alissa, age 10, sums up the feeling of being at Camp Fiver that many of our participants experience: “I want to go back to camp because I had so much fun there. It feels like a second home... It feels like heaven.” Thanks for visiting!
