All-Gender Day Camp

Start and end your day with a pontoon boat ride on Upper Saranac Lake.

Day Camp

All campers will have the opportunity to try a variety of camp activities including swimming, sailing, paddling, nature exploration, crafts, team building, and camper-led play.

For young people ages 7 – 11

Monday, August 4 – Friday, August 8

8:00 am - 4:00 pm each day

$625

Lunch & snacks are provided.

Our small group sizes ensure that our staff get to know each camper, helping to create programming that fits their needs.

Bridge to Overnight Camp

For girls ages 8-11 to ease into the overnight camp experience. This program will be day camp from Sunday to Tuesday and then overnight from Wednesday to Friday in the platform tents. Campers will be part of an overnight group throughout their stay to fully experience the overnight camp program and schedule while still getting to go home at night for the first few days.

For girls ages 8-11

$945

4 Sessions:

  • Sunday, July 6 - Friday, July 11

  • Sunday, July 13 - Friday, July 18

  • Sunday, July 20 - Friday, July 25

  • Sunday, July 27 - Friday, August 1

Pick up and drop off details: 

  • Sunday:  10:45  – 5:30 PM. Your camper’s day will include team building, interest track selection, swim checks, and open waterfront and paddling time. 

  • Monday:  8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

  • Tuesday:   8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

  • Wednesday:  8 AM. Campers will arrive early to do medication checks and luggage transport. Overnight Day 1

  • Thursday: Overnight Day 2

  • Friday:  Check-out 5:530 PM

*All campers must attend all days unless medical or emergency matters prohibit them from doing so.

Our Beliefs

We see summer camp as an extension of each camper's education, offering hands-on activities that cater to their unique skills and abilities. At Eagle Island Camp, we provide a safe, unplugged environment for campers and staff to reconnect with nature, explore freely, and engage in STEAM-inspired outdoor learning to deepen their connection with the environment.

Activities

Every activity we offer throughout the day has meaning and skill building behind it. Plus, they can be just plain fun.

Boating & Sailing

Our fleet includes kayaks, canoes, rowboats, CORCLs (easy-to-maneuver small boats), and Mercury Sailboats, ideal for learning to sail due to their stability and handling. Boating activities cover safe launching, steering, and docking for each type.

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Swimming

Campers receive daily swim instruction, from basic skills to advanced strokes, and enjoy free swim time, water carnivals, and swimming games.

Nature Education

We offer nature-based activities focused on becoming good stewards of the island, the Adirondacks, and our planet, including learning about local flora and fauna, conservation, and Leave No Trace principles.

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Camper Choice Activities

Our amazing staff lead activities like Spanish, drumming, learning about bugs found on the island, puzzles, knitting, group games, cloud watching, kite creation, singing, dancing, and more!

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Camper-Led Play

We let campers take charge of their own adventures! Rather than adults deciding activities, campers choose, lead, explore their interests, make new friends, and develop leadership skills—all while having fun.

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Teambuilding

Teambuilding at summer camp is a vital component of creating a positive and inclusive camp experience.

Campers learn how to communicate, support, and trust each other so that together, they can conquer challenges, solve exciting puzzles, and make unforgettable memories.

Resources for Guardians

For more information including our packing list, pickup /dropoff procedures, safety, keeping informed, tuition policies, and more are answered on the FAQ page.

Need more information?

Eagle Island's natural setting requires campers to walk as their primary means of transportation, often covering up to a mile or more each day over uneven and sometimes rugged terrain. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, it’s essential that campers bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes. Additionally, we encourage families to consider their camper’s ability to navigate rough terrain and ensure they are physically prepared for Eagle Island Camp.