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Important Dates for 2021
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Early registration discount ends: April 1 at 12 p.m.
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Financial assistance applications due for priority consideration: April 1
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Registration Balance due & DOH Medical Forms due: 1 month before start of your registered session.
COVID-19 Considerations for Camp
Our programs will meet or exceed all Covid-19 requirements, recommendations and guidance, as prescribed by the Department of Health (DOH), Center for Disease Control (CDC), American Camping Association (ACA) and other advising and regulatory organizations and authorities, including: small group size, mask-wearing, hand washing, sanitizing of equipment, etc. Camp activities will be monitored and adjusted to help maintain a safe and healthy environment. We will continue to keep our camp families informed as we make adjustments to our programming and operations. In the event that the impact of COVID-19 affects our programs or camper participation, refunds will be provided.
About Waterfront Camps
Campers make memories and build skills at the Waterfront!
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Sail aboard dinghies, catamarans and keelboats with an instructor and your friends as crew
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Learn to safely operate a powerboat with hands-on training
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Earn your New York State Boating Safety Certificate (10 years old and up)
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Try SCUBA diving (*5th grade and up)
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Discover marine science
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Paddle in kayaks and balance on stand-up paddleboards
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Swim, dive and reach for the sky on the climbing wall in the pool. Test your balance and build confidence on the pool log roll
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Fish and seine to find marine organisms
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Enjoy games and activities that foster self-confidence, communication and teamwork skills
SUNY Maritime Waterfront Adventure Camps are permitted by the NY State Department of Health.
Splash Camp
Splash Camp is for youth entering 3rd & 4th grade in the fall.
1-week program, 9am-2pm. Extended Day available from 2pm-5pm. Campers will get a taste of many waterfront activities! Seven sessions available.
Boat Camp
Boat Camp is for youth entering 5th through 9th grade in the fall.
Choose from three 2-week, 9am-5pm sessions of water-based fun & learning. Or, sign up for multiple sessions and keep the adventure going all summer long!
Our Staff
Waterfront Adventure Camp is led by industry professionals with more than 75 years of combined experience managing waterfront programming. Camp directors, instructors, lifeguards, counselors and counselors-in-training are specially trained and certified to deliver safe, fun and enriching activities for youth.
Our Facility
Camp activities take place inside and outdoors across the SUNY Maritime College campus, boat basin, on the East River and Long Island Sound.
McMurray Hall: The camp's home base, the waterfront building houses marine and environmental science programming, boating safety course and additional on-shore activities.
Boat Basin: Campers kayak, stand-up paddleboard, sail, fish, powerboat and enjoy the water trampoline in the basin.
East River: Boating adventures to NYC and into the Long Island Sound start in the East River.
Mess Deck & Quad: Lunch is provided at the main campus dining hall. Color War games and after-lunch recreation take over the grassy Quad.
Riesenberg Gym: The pool, diving boards, climbing wall, log rolling, SCUBA and indoor games are found in the gym.
Our Campers
Our campers return year after year for fun and adventure, and to learn new skills. Whether attending with school mates, or trying out activities for the first time with new friends, our focus is on safety and education. Campers come from all over Bronx, Westchester, Manhattan and Long Island to join in the fun!
Campers are grouped by age and sometimes skill-level at the discretion of staff. Campers may "request a friend" during registration while we also encourage camaraderie and relationship building.
Our Day
Each day is dynamic, packed with learning and adventure.
Core programming includes:
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Skill development in sailing, powerboating, paddling, and seamanship
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Lessons about the marine environment and ocean science, fishing and local ecology
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Team building, leadership and problem solving through games
Special programming includes:
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Boating excursions on the East River
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Intro to SCUBA
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Water toys and trampoline
No boating or sailing experience required!
All activities are suitable for beginner, intermediate and advanced skill levels. Swimming is supervised by lifeguards, but we do not offer formal swimming lessons during the camp day. Learn to swim at Maritime, click here.
Camp photos are available on our Facebook page.
Financial Assistance and Scholarships
The Waterfront is committed to making our programs accessible to all through our updated financial assistance and scholarship program. Families are encouraged to apply for aid, and awards range from 10 to 80 percent of the registration fee.
Financial Assistance Application
Financial Aid is awarded on a rolling basis, space permitting, with priority given to applications received by April 1.
Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Former campers entering 10th, 11th or 12th grade are invited to apply for the CIT Program. CITs enjoy the perfect mix of enjoying camp activities while acquiring professional work experience and leadership skills. CITs work alongside counselors under the guidance of camp directors.
CIT Handbook, Application & Policies
2021 Session Dates, Rates & Times
Maritime Adventure Splash Camp
A one-week program. Drop-off is at 9am and pick-up at 2pm; or add on Extended Day with pick-up at 5pm. Lunch, afternoon snack and all equipment provided.
Maritime Adventure Boat Camp
A full-day, two-week program. Drop-off is at 9am and pick-up at 5pm. Lunch, afternoon snack and all equipment provided.
$400 Deposit due to reserve your space in Boat Camp, $200 for Splash Camp. Balance due 1 month before start of program.
Early Registration Discount: $75 off each session of Boat Camp and $50 off each session of Splash Camp. Available until April 1.
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Dates |
Early Registration (before April 1 at 12 p.m.) |
General Registration (after April 1) |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 1A 9am-2pm EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
June 28 - July 2, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 1B 9am-2pm EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
July 5 - July 9, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 2A 9am-2pm EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
July 12 - July 16, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 2B 9am-2pm
EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
July 19 - July 23, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 3A 9am-2pm EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
July 26 - July 30, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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SPLASH CAMP Session 3B 9am-2pm EXTENDED DAY (Optional): 2pm-5pm |
Aug 2 - Aug 6, 2021 |
$450
Extended Day: $250 |
$500
Extended Day: $300 |
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BOAT CAMP Session 1 9am-5pm |
June 28 - July 9, 2021 |
$1600 |
$1675 |
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BOAT CAMP Session 2 9am-5pm |
July 12 - July 23, 2021 |
$1600 |
$1675 |
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BOAT CAMP Session 3 9am-5pm |
July 26 - Aug 6, 2021 |
$1600 |
$1675 |
Registration
Be sure to register your child based on the grade they will be entering in fall 2021.
Online Registration & Forms
Registration is first-come, first-served. Incomplete registrations will not be accepted.
Deposit & Payment Plan
Deposit required at time of registration for each session/child. Balances must be paid in full 1 month prior to session start date.
Financial Assistance
If you are requesting financial assistance, the deadline for priority consideration is April 1. Applications will be accepted after that date on a rolling basis. Contact the Waterfront for registration instructions.
Wait List
If the session of your choice is full, you may register online for a wait list.
Additional Information
Email the Waterfront at waterfront@sunymaritime.edu or call (718) 409-2447.
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What Parents are Saying
"My daughter has been in a different camp for six years and this was by far the best! Activities, people in charge and campers were all great!"
"My son has attended a lot of different summer camps over the years and has never been this excited about camp before. Thanks for all that you do with these kids every day."
"My son absolutely loved the waterfront camp last year and can't wait to join you again. I've never seen him so happy, bouncing in the door after camp, telling all the stories of what he's been up to with the other campers and counselors."
"Just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful camp experience my son had these past 2 weeks. He said it was the best camp he has ever been to and he can't wait until next year. I also have two younger boys aged 9 and 6 and they can't wait to go to your camp as well. Have a great summer and see you next year."
"This camp is amazing. The staff is so knowledgeable/professional/friendly. I will highly recommend this camp to others. The program, the way it is run, and the activities are to be commended. I will definitely have my nephew attend next year. I am so happy and grateful for everyone's work and dedication to the children. Thank you all."