Overnight Summer Camp
One-Week Overnight Camp | Rising 1st–11th Graders
For over 100 summers, YMCA Camp Cosby has provided safe adventures, new experiences, and a community where kids build confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships. Each summer, over 2,000 campers call Cosby their home away from home – and your camper could be next!
Why Choose Camp Cosby?
With air-conditioned cabins, highly trained staff, and 135 acres of adventure on the shores of Lake Logan Martin, Camp Cosby offers the perfect mix of fun, growth, and belonging.
- Air-Conditioned Cabins & Dining Hall
- Highly Trained Staff – Carefully Selected, Background-Checked, and Trained in Safety and Childcare
- Onsite Health Care Professionals – Available 24/7
- Accredited – ACA and Praesidium Accredited for Excellence in Programming and Safety
- Focus on Character & Values – Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility
- Diversity & Tradition – Staff from Across the U.S. and Around the World
- And So Much More – Learn more about our Activities, Session Themes, and Packing List
Check Out Our Summer Dates & Rates, Weekly Sessions Sunday-Friday
Age-Based Villages
Campers live in villages with others their age and gender. Each village is led by counselors and a Head Counselor, creating a safe and fun cabin community.
| Villages | Details |
|---|---|
| Buckaroo Camp (Rising 1st Grade | Ages 6–7) | 3-day intro to camp. Option to extend to a full week. |
| Buckaroo Full Week (Rising 2nd Grade | Ages 7–8) | A full week of adventure with age-appropriate activities. |
| Pathfinder Village (Rising 3rd Grade | Ages 7–8) | A full week of energy-packed fun and new experiences. |
| Blazer Village (Rising 4th–5th Grade | Ages 9–10) | Campers design their own activity schedule and can add a Specialty Camp. |
| Ranger Village (Rising 6th–7th Grade | Ages 11–12) | More responsibility, leadership growth, and big adventure challenges. |
| Adventure Village – ADV (Rising 8th–10th Grade | Ages 13–15) | Teen-focused camp community with own village area, unique evening programs, ADV Store, and boat parties. |
| Leader-in-Training Adventure Program (Rising 10th Grade) | One-Week Elevated Teen Experience, includes all the fun of camp plus exclusive leadership experiences |
| Counselor-in-Training Program (Rising 11th Grade) | Two-Week, Leadership hands-on experience with campers, camp staff, and shadowing activities |
Specialty Camps
Add-On, Half of each day is dedicated to their specialty, while the other half is spent enjoying the full range of classic camp activities with friends. NOTE: Your camper can still participate in these activities even if they don’t register for specialty.
- Wrangler Specialty – Horseback Riding & Horse Care
- Mini Bike Specialty – Riding Lessons & Practice
- Waterski, Wakeboard, & Wakesurf Specialty – Life of the Lake with New Axis T22 Boats
Teen Leadership Programs
For Rising 10th & 11th Graders – Cosby offers hands-on experiences, giving teens the opportunity to build community, earn community service hours, and learn valuable life-skills.
Leader-in-Training (LIT) Adventure Program – Rising 10th Grade
One-Week Leadership Experience
- Includes all the fun of camp plus exclusive leadership experiences
- Elevated Teen Experience – Sign-Up for Activities, Run our Camp Store, and So Much More
- Focus on community, leadership, and Being 3rd
- Earn 40-Hours of Community Service – Certificate Included
- Only offered Sessions 1,2,5,6
Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program – Rising 11th Grade
Two-Week Leadership Development
- Hands-on experience with campers, camp staff, and shadowing activities
- Advanced leadership skills, mentoring, and team-building
- Earn 80-Hours of Community Service – Certificate Included
- Only Offered Session 3-4 and 7-8, Weekend Stay-over Included
Cosby Add-Ons
Weekend Stayover
- Available only for campers attending back-to-back sessions
- Stay at camp instead of going home between sessions
- Includes smaller-group activities, laundry service, and re-energizing for the week ahead
- Required if your camper does not check out between sessions
CampStamps Photo & Email Service
- View daily camp photos and send one-way emails through CampInTouch
- Emails are printed and delivered to campers (campers cannot reply electronically)
Birthday Party
- Celebrate your camper’s birthday Cosby Style with their cabin!
- Includes cake, party hats, decorations, favors, and a special song from staff
Care Package Options – Delivered During the Session
- Cosby Gift Backpack Care Package – Backpack filled with Cosby gear, toys, and snacks
- Cosby Pro Care Package – The ultimate care package for any new or returning camper
- Hydration Pack Care Package – Refillable CamelBak-style water pack for activities
| Camp Add-On | Price |
|---|---|
| Weekend Stay-over | $145 |
| CampStamps: E-Mail/ Photo Services | $10 |
| Birthday Party | $60 |
| Cosby Gift Backpack - Care Package | $55 |
| Cosby Pro Pack - Care Package | $70 |
| Hydration Pack - Care Package | $40 |
Check out our Summer Dates and Rates Here!
Financial Assistance
We believe every child deserves a camp experience. Scholarships and financial assistance are available, read more about it here.
Important Links
- ALL PARENTS SHOULD READ THE Sleepaway Camp Parent Handbook
- Summer Camp Packing List
- Daily Schedule
- Themes
- Activities
- YMCA Raggers Program
- Waitlist Info
- Cancellation Policy
- Ways to Save this Summer
- Camp Scholarships/Financial Assistance
- Program Protector – Camp Tuition Insurance – Third Party Company not managed by Camp Cosby