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Dive into Summer Fun at Sky Lake Camp!

Sky Lake offers programs for grades K-12, as well as ages 15-65 with special needs

By Kate Fletcher, Macaroni KID Binghamton Publisher April 16, 2025

Are you looking for the perfect summer escape for your kids around Binghamton? Check out Sky Lake Camp and Retreat Center in beautiful Windsor, NY! Sky Lake offers a diverse range of summer camp programs designed to spark creativity, foster friendships, and create unforgettable memories for children and youth completing grades K-12, and even adults with special needs ages 18-65.

Whether your child is a first-time camper or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, Sky Lake has something for everyone. Here's a peek at the exciting adventures awaiting your kids this summer:


For the Littlest Campers (Ages 5-8):

  • Try Camp (July 20-23): Perfect for those dipping their toes into overnight camping! This three-night adventure is packed with fun activities like tie-dying, ice cream making, cookouts, water carnivals, and Bible discovery time. A fantastic introduction to the magic of camp!
    • Cost: Tier 1 $505 || Tier 2 $430 || Tier 3 $380

Classic Camp Fun (Ages 7-18):

  • Classic Elementary (Ages 7-11, July 27-August 1): A week filled with outdoor adventures, lifelong friendships, and opportunities to grow in faith.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580
  • Classic Junior High 1 (Ages 12-14, July 6-11) & Classic Junior High 2 (Ages 12-14, July 27-August 1): Jam-packed weeks of classic camp activities, relaxation, laughter, and faith exploration.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580
  • Classic Senior High (Ages 15-18, July 27-August 1): A chance to rejuvenate, deepen faith, and connect with others while enjoying classic camp activities.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580

Specialized Adventures:

  • Elementary Lakeside (Ages 7-11, July 6-11) & Junior High Lakeside (Ages 12-14, July 20-25): For water lovers! Enjoy extra time swimming, boating, kayaking, and more.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580
  • Elementary Creates! (Ages 7-11, July 13-18): Unleash your child's inner artist with a week of creative exploration.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580
  • JAM Camp [Justice & Music Camp] (Ages 12-18, July 13-18): A transformative experience combining music and activism.
    • Cost: Tier 1 $705 || Tier 2 $630 || Tier 3 $580
  • SNAP Training [Special Needs Assistant Personnel] (Ages 14-17, June 28-29): Teenagers can learn valuable skills and assist with special needs programs. (Must be fully vaccinated)
    • Cost: Tier 1 $690 || Tier 2 $615 || Tier 3 $565

Sky Lake Camp offers a tiered pricing system to make camp accessible to more families. Check their website for details on how to choose the tier that best fits your budget.

Give your child the gift of a summer filled with adventure, friendship, and growth. Visit the Sky Lake Camp and Retreat Center website today to learn more and register! Don't miss out on creating summer memories that will last a lifetime!


This article is sponsored by Sky Lake Camp and Retreat Center, a valued sponsor of Macaroni KID Binghamton. We appreciate your support in reviewing our sponsors' articles and hope that their offerings are useful for you and your family. Macaroni KID Binghamton is run by a local mom and this website is supported solely by our local sponsors. If you would like to join our network of family-friendly businesses and connect with local parents in Binghamton, Johnson City, Vestal, Apalachin, Owego, and beyond, please reach out and learn how you can share your services with our readers!