Summer 2025 ONLINE Registration is NOW OPEN!!!
AVOID WAITING LISTS – DON’T WAIT, RESERVE YOUR BUNK TODAY!
REGISTRATION TIP – Last summer, most sessions- especially in July – had long waitlists. To avoid the wait, take advantage of the openings in June and secure your spot when you register.
Check out our Interactive Dates & Rates tool! This amazing tool provides real time information 24/7 while Registration is open so you have the most accurate information at your fingertips!
How does it work? Simply enter your camper’s age, grade and gender for general availability and then click the links to load each session for specific information. No need to pick specific date ranges – let Campminder do the work for you! If you have more than one camper, open multiple tabs of the same link, enter the same information for each camper and see what’s available for all of them. If you find something that works – you may register directly from this tool!!
Check-in and Check-out
Check-in – Sunday at 1pm
Check-out – FRIDAY EVENING at 6:30pm
DATES AND THEMES – SUMMER 2025
Weekly Sessions are Sunday to Friday
Session 1 – PIRATE WEEK – Sunday, June 1st – Friday, June 6th
Session 2 – NEW FOR 2025 COLOR WARS – ALMOST FULL Sunday, June 8th – Friday, June 13th
Session 3 – MEDIEVAL WEEK – Sunday, June 15th – Friday, June 20th
Session 4 – VIDEO GAMES COMES ALIVE – Sunday, June 22nd – Friday, June 27th
Session 5 – STARS & STRIPES WEEK – Sunday, June 29th – Friday, July 4th
Session 6 – BATTLE OF THE BANDS – Sunday, July 6th – Friday, July 11th
Session 7 – COLOR WARS – FULL Sunday, July 13th – Friday, July 18th
Session 8 – HOLIDAY HOOPLA – Sunday, July 20th – Friday, July 25th
Want to know more? Click each link below:
Summer Camp Rates!
3 DAY BUCKAROO CAMP -$549
3 day Buckaroo Camp – Rising 1st Grade (Ages 6 and 7)
3 Day Buckaroo Camp is for rising 1st graders and is available at the beginning of each regular session. Buckaroos check-in on Sunday at 1:00 pm and check-out on Wednesday at 1:00 pm. Once at Camp, Buckaroos have the no pressure option to extend and stay the whole week for an additional fee of $549. Parents will be contacted on Tuesday afternoon to notify them of their Buckaroo’s desire to stay or check-out on Wednesday. 3 Day Buckaroos who extend their stay for the week will check out on Friday at 6:30 pm. Learn more about Buckaroo Camp here.
Buckaroo Full Week – $1098 – Rising 2nd grade (Ages 7 and 8).
Buckaroos who are rising 2nd graders now have the option to stay the entire week at camp! Camp Cosby’s Full Week Buckaroo Campers will follow the same programming as our 3 day campers, but no longer have to wonder if they can stay the entire week! Camp tuition includes air-conditioned cabins, three meals and two snacks each day, caring, well-trained counselors, access to age appropriate activities, camp t-shirt, cabin photo and store souvenirs. Check out for Buckaroo Full Week campers is Friday at 6:30 pm. Learn more about Buckaroo Camp here.
Regular Camp – $1098
Rising 2nd – 10th Grade (AGES 8 TO 15)
Regular Camp is for rising 3rd to 10th-grade campers and they stay for a full week of camp. This is Camp Cosby’s traditional camp experience in which campers enjoy many different activities, connect with their counselors and make deep, meaningful friendships. Camp tuition includes air-conditioned cabins, three meals and two snacks each day, caring, well-trained counselors, access to all age appropriate activities, camp t-shirt, cabin photo and store souvenirs. Learn more about Regular Camp here.
SPECIALTY CAMPS Rates!- Additional $165
SPECIALTY CAMP SPACE IS LIMITED. Plan ahead and Register early!
Rising 4th – 10th Grade (AGES 9 to 15)
Rising 4th to 10th-grade campers who meet the physical requirements can enhance their stay by registering for a Specialty Camp. For an additional fee, this is a great way to focus on skill development in some of Cosby’s favorite programs. Specialty Camps include Minibikes, Wakeboard/WakeSurf/Waterski, and Wrangler. Specialty Camp campers bunk with campers their age and participate in all regular camp activities with a special emphasis on their chosen specialty. Half of their activity periods for the session will be reserved for their chosen Specialty Camp.
Minibike Specialty Camp – Regular Camp Rate plus $165 add-on
Includes all the fun of regular camp and reserves half of the daily activity periods for Minibike lessons, rides and practice.
Wakeboard/WakeSurf/Waterski Specialty – Regular Camp Rate plus $165 add-on
Includes all the fun of regular camp and reserves half of the daily activity periods for Wakeboard, WakeSurf and Waterski lessons, rides and practice. Learn More
We are excited to continue our partnership with Rambo Marine who will be supplying Camp Cosby with 2 NEW Axis T22 ski boats. In addition to learning how to wakeboard and waterski this summer in style, campers who are registered for Wakeboard/Waterski Specialty Camp will have a chance to learn the hottest new skill on the water, WAKE SURFING! We are so excited to be able to partner with Rambo Marine to help make this Season better than ever! ALSO – Rambo Marine will be selling these boats at the end of the summer. Contact them directly if you are interested in purchasing! Just another great reason to be a part of the Camp Cosby family!!
Wrangler Specialty Camp- Regular Camp Rate plus $165 add-on
Includes all the fun of regular camp and reserves half of the daily activity periods for horseback riding and horse care lessons, rides and practice. Learn More
NEW & IMPROVED – LEADER IN TRAINING (LIT) ADVENTURE PROGRAM $1098
Rising 10th Graders
One Week Program:
- LIT Adventure A (Session 1)
- LIT Adventure B (Session 2)
- LIT Adventure C (Session 5)
- LIT Adventure D (Session 6)
This NEW one-week LIT Adventure Program offers a unique blend of community, leadership, and excitement tailored for an unforgettable experience at ADV. Participants can fully immerse themselves in the community vibes – enjoying meals with peers, hanging out during sign-ups, and winding down in the evenings. With activity priority, LIT Adventure campers are first to choose their preferred adventures, ensuring they never miss out. Convenient bus rides keep them close to the action, while the Cosby Leadership Experience fosters essential leadership skills through selective activities, service projects, and team-building exercises.
Groups A-D are identical programs offered on different dates. The Cosby Leadership Experience activities will change week by week, ensuring that LIT Adventure Campers can pick their preferred date(s). This is a leadership development program for returning and new campers.
Want to know more? Visit LIT ADVENTURE PROGRAM today!
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) $1599
Rising 11th Graders (AGE 16 by May 20th)
2 Week Program:
- CIT Group A (Sessions 3 – 4)
- CIT Group B (Sessions 7 – 8)
Group A and B are identical programs offered on different dates. Families can pick their preferred date. The Advanced Leadership development program is focused on life skills, professional development and caring for others. CITs will get to experience leading others, professional evaluations, and guest speakers.
Want to know more? Visit CIT PROGRAM today!
THEME information
Campers can enjoy their sessions even more by participating in the themes! Our daily camp activities remain the same each session, but meals, campfire skits, and some evening programs will focus around the theme and we invite all to join in on the fun. Items to bring can include costumes, coloring books, trinkets, stuffed animals, and props. Please do not send any items of value. The items sent will be used and potentially get messy. Bringing theme items is not mandatory. Our counselors also help create this fun environment with crafts, projects and face paint!
COSBY ADD – ONS
Weekend Stayover – $145 per weekend
IMPORTANT: Weekend Stayover is not a stand alone camp session
Campers staying at Camp Cosby for back to back sessions don’t have to go home! Campers have the option to go home and return between multiple sessions, but if you would rather stay with us then Weekend Camp is an option. Enjoy the weekend with us in smaller groups, doing activities only available during this time and re-energize for the next session. Stayover weekend is only for campers staying for back to back sessions and is NOT offered as a stand-alone program.
IMPORTANT: If your camper will not check out between back to back sessions, Weekend Stayover purchase is required. Please choose the correct Weekend Stayover session during the Registration process or add it prior to check in. Please only register for this if your camper will not check out between back to back sessions.
NOTE: Laundry service is provided for stayover campers. Please send your weekend camper with a laundry bag that has their name clearly written or labeled on the bag, as well as a few extra outfits to get them through the weekend while their clothes are being cleaned!
CampStamps Photo/E-Mail Service – $10
Once your camper has checked in for their session, CampStamps may be purchased through your CampInTouch account. View photos that are uploaded each day and send one way e-mails* to your Cosby Campers while they are at camp as a way of faster communication. *Campers will not have access to computers to reply to these emails. For young campers it is important to understand that emails received will be printed on paper and not viewed electronically.
Birthday Party – $60
Celebrate your camper’s birthday “Cosby Style”! If your camper will celebrate their birthday during their camp stay, consider purchasing a Cosby Birthday Party package! Your camper will celebrate with their entire cabin during lunch or dinner on their birthday! Package includes party hats, special table decorations, favors and a beautiful personalized birthday cake along with a special song sung by our Cosby staff to honor their special day!
Cosby Gift Backpack – $55
The Cosby Gift Backpack contains Cosby themed nylon backpack, stainless steel water bottle, Cosby sunglasses, 2 small stuffed animals, playing cards, friendship bracelets and two snacks. A great gift for any camper – especially first time campers! Campers will be very excited to know someone special is thinking about them. Backpacks are delivered on Tuesdays during their camp session.
Cosby Pro Care Package – $70
The Cosby Pro Care Package is great for the returning or older camper! Package includes: Camp Cosby autograph pillowcase, Cosby Stickers, Cosby Lanyard to hold activity card, activity book, pens, snacks and a gift to share with their whole cabin. Cosby campers really enjoy the Cosby Pro Care Package! Cosby Pro Care Packages are delivered on Tuesdays during your camper’s session.
Hydration Pack – $40
Our most popular store item is now available! Order at the time of registration to assure your Cosby Camper gets their own Hydration Pack. Hydration packs are portable, refillable and offer your camper a convenient way to stay hydrated as they travel around camp for activities. Limited Supply available. Your Cosby camper will receive their Hydration Pack on Monday morning of their session.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS
We believe every child should have the opportunity to attend sleepaway camp. Scholarships are available through YMCA Camp Cosby’s Annual Campaign. It is our goal to make camp financially accessible for all families. Each year, through the commitment of our board members, volunteers, staff and families, funds are made available by generous donors to qualifying families. All applications are considered based on income, household need, and individual circumstances. Applications will be accepted beginning in January of each year. Interested in making a Tax Deductible donation toward our Scholarship Program? Click to Donate Today!! Thank you!!