YMCA CAMP CORY OVERNIGHT CAMP

CIT is a three week program designed to prepare young people for their next steps in life. In addition to training them to be strong Camp Cory Counselors, the program provides skills and knowledge that benefit them beyond camp. CITs get experience in life skills such as Communication, Public Speaking, Mediation, Active Listening, Leadership, Creative Thinking, and more. They also are trained in CPR/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer and Waterfront Lifeguarding. Those that choose to opt out of Lifeguarding would be trained in belaying and other camp activity areas instead. CITs will spend a lot of time working directly with campers alongside the Camp Cory Staff. 

The weekly theme is most directly influenced in the nightly Evening Program. We also see the themes reflected in activity areas, hype hour, the dining hall, and some village and cabin activities. The themes are meant to enhance our already high-quality programming but do not change the daily structure of camp.

Sunday Check-In times will be:

• Keuka Village and Craig Village: 3-3:45 pm
• Wells Village and Maijgren Village: 3:45-4:30 pm
• Walmsley and Counselors in Training: 4:30-5 pm

If you have children in multiple villages, please arrive at the earliest time. Village placement will be emailed a week prior to your arrival at camp.

When you arrive for Sunday check in:

• At the pavilion
  • You will receive your cabin assignment and relevant camper information such as bunk one and smug mug information.
• If you have medications
  • Medications should be in their original packaging
  • You will be directed to the dining hall to hand them to the nurse.
  • Please make sure your medical paperwork is complete before your arrival
• In your village
  • You will hand your campers' luggage to staff
  • Say goodbye to your camper!
  • Bunks will be chosen after all campers arrive for the cabin.

Saturday Check-Out times will be:

• All Village check outs are from 9-11 am

When you arrive for Saturday check out:

• You can go directly to your child's cabin
• If you have medication, please pick them up from the infirmary
• In your village
  • You can pick your camper up at their cabin. Please be sure to bring a photo ID.
  • If they are staying the following week, their belongings can stay in the cabin.
• Check the lost and found prior to departure.

Download the Camp Cory Packing List

Campers will rotate through stations including climbing, zip lining, knot tying, and practice on the Traverse Wall to learn climbing skills, support their teammates and feel a sense of personal accomplishment. Senior Village campers may also sign up for Advanced High Ropes where they'll utilize our high ropes course - another rope element.

Camp Cory's Low Ropes Course consists of several ground level initiatives used in a teambuilding setting that fosters trust, communication and cooperation. Riddles, puzzles and problem solving is also common in Low Ropes Classes. 

Join us in ODA to sharpen your survival skills! Learn all about wilderness, build fires, tie knots, play games and much more! This hands-on class encourages an appreciation for nature while learning tangible outdoor skills.

This class will teach campers to build an effective fire to cook basic meals in a safe and fun setting. Campers will be in charge of meal preparation, fire tending and clean up. They then enjoy the fruits of their labor, a delicious camper made treat!  

Campers will have the chance to gain confidence in their paddling and balance skills while enjoying the beautiful water. Campers in this class often paddle down the shoreline, walk along a line of boards, or battle sea monsters from their boards!

Cory's proudest tradition, sailing on Keuka Lake is a real treat for any camper. They'll learn to skipper, to identify parts of the boat and sailing terms and techniques from a seasoned staff member in the boat. Campers will rotate between sailing in Americans and our RS Quest fleet most often used by our Maijgren campers. Camp also offers a Sailing Camp option (Maijgren) for two-week sessions throughout the summer.

STEM Class is a low-key activity area that will allow campers to explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) principles and put them into practice! Homemade Ice Cream, marble roller coasters and much more.

With a focus on safety and skill building, our trained staff will instruct campers in the proper use of recurve bows, compound bows and atlatls. Campers will focus on range safety, learning the steps of shooting and enjoying the sport of Archery!

Focus on creativity and quiet, lowkey fun at Arts and Crafts! We do a variety of projects including drawing, painting, jewelry making, boondoggle, crafts and more. In Ceramics Class (12+ years old) learn the art of sculpting and glaze work.

Take a dip into Keuka Lake in Aqua Fun! Campers will cool off and do water activities, both old favorites and new games! Some of the activities you'll get to enjoy are Marco Polo, log rolling, corcling, diaper bobbing and going on the water whoosh.

This class is great for active kids who want to enjoy the outdoors and make new friends. Campers will get to partake in camp classics like Gaga, Larish, World Cup Soccer and Bash Ball. Play sports with friends with a focus on teamwork and sportsmanship at Athletics!

Through exploration of paddling techniques, boat buoyancy, and capsizing, campers will gain confidence in boat control and practice valuable team skills. They often play tag games, do kayak walks, and even paddle across the lake! Senior Village Campers may also sign up for an advanced canoeing and kayaking class.

Come shake it off and show us your best dance move in this brand new elective! Campers will learn the basic steps and techniques of various dance styles. They will put their moves to music and even get to perform at the All-Camp Campfire on Friday Nights.

In this creative elective, campers will build skills in acting, staging and improvisation while developing confidence through expression of their ideas. Play a ton of drama games and express your silliest self! Often classes will perform skits or short plays on Friday at the All-Camp Campfire. 

While enjoying the perfect view of Keuka Lake, campers will have a chance to bait their own hooks, catch and identify fish and release them on their own. In this low-key activity area, campers form lasting bonds with other campers while learning independence and patience through the fishing process.

In this introduction to Guitar and Ukulele playing, campers interest in music and songwriting will be piqued in a relaxed environment. They'll develop confidence through a performance on Fridays and appreciation for music through practice and repetition.

The perfect class for campers that would like to be active outside of traditional sports. Enjoy the fun and comradery while playing games like lawn darts, bocce, ladder ball, kan jam, corn hole and croquet.