The magic of a fresh air summer
Making new friends, developing leadership skills and gaining self-confidence, at free sleepaway camps in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley.
Transformative outdoor experiences, at no cost
At six sleepaway camps in New York’s Mid-Hudson Valley, children have new experiences, learn new skills and gain new perspectives.
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145 Years & counting
The magic of a Fresh Air summer, full of new experiences and new friends, is simple yet transformative.
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Our Camps
Five of our sleep away camps are located on Sharpe Reservation, a 2,000 acre property with nature trails, lakes and streams, a model farm and planetarium, in Fishkill, NY. Our sixth camp, Camp Junior, is in Harriman State Park.
Our Impact
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97%
of parents / caregivers would recommend The Fresh Air Fund to family and friends
1,937
youth experiences at six Fresh Air Fund camps
86%
of parents / caregivers said their child is more confident
70+
of our summer staff were alumni of Fresh Air programs
2,000+
acres of nature to explore
88%
of parents / caregivers said their child is more open to trying new things
83%
of parents / caregivers said their child is more comfortable in new environments
87%
of parents / caregivers said their child learned important skills at camp
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