Round Lake Camp

Round Lake Camp is an inclusion program within Nah-Jee-Wah and Cedar Lake Camp for children ages 7 to 17 with learning differences, social communication disorders, and ADHD. Round Lake Camp is located on 1250 wooded acres, approximately 90 minutes from New York City. This meadow and mountain environment creates a backdrop for fun-filled days.

The inclusion model at NJY Camps is unique in the camping world. They have created an environment of opportunity and choice. They believe in creating an inclusive environment in which Round Lake campers are able to integrate into all mainstream activities based on their level of comfort and interest. Campers are able to attend a typical sleep away camp, while benefitting from the additional supports put in place for Round Lake campers.

They achieve this by sharing all the facilities and programming with their mainstream camps Camp Nah-Jee-Wah and Cedar Lake Camp. They also provide programming specific to Round Lake campers for those who prefer it. Some campers choose to integrate all throughout the day, while other campers choose to join the mainstream programs for certain activities. Campers’ schedules are individualized based on their needs and requests.

A well qualified, well trained staff means success at Round Lake Camp. All key staff are professional in their fields, as teachers, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, speech therapists, or Jewish educators. Each comes with the experience and training needed to provide the complex and high level program needed for our campers. It is our passion to provide care for the camper as an individual, and to watch them learn and grow.

To complement three daily 3 meals, they offer a daily snack at 3:30 pm and cookies before bed. Gluten-free dining selections match the dining hall menus. They encourage campers to bring their own water bottles to stay hydrated throughout the day. If your child has food allergies/intolerances, please contact them to learn about the different options they can provide.