Learn About Our Camps
Many people don't realize that five different camps sit on our 2,300 acre site in Fishkill, New York, each designed to provide campers with a personalized experience based on their age and their specific needs. Read more to find out how each camp provides a unique opportunity for every Fresh Air child.
Camp Tommy
Designed for boys ages 12 to 15, Camp Tommy offers hiking, nature and other outdoor programs to develop cooperation and encourage team building. Originally Camp Pioneer from 1948-1998, Camp Tommy's inaugural year was 1999. It is named in honor of Tommy Hilfiger for his generous support and dedication to Fresh Air children. Learn more ›
Camp Hayden-Marks Memorial
This camp serves boys between the ages of nine to 12, who enjoy outdoor activities including sports, cooperative games, fishing, boating and hiking. Campers at Hayden-Marks also engage in educational activities such as computers, video, music and art. Learn more ›
Camp Anita Bliss Coler (Camp ABC)
At Camp ABC, girls between the ages of nine and 12 live in small groups where they learn to develop self-confidence, independence and teamwork skills. Educational programs promote environmental awareness, cultural arts and physical fitness in a fun, safe, supportive environment. Learn more ›
Camp Hidden Valley
At this unique camp, children with and without disabilities live and play together and find out how much they have in common. Some of the special needs our campers have include sickle-cell anemia, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, hearing impairments and physical disabilities that require the use of wheelchairs, braces or crutches. Camp activities include art, hiking, nature and creative writing.
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Camp Mariah
Camp Mariah offers a unique setting to engage boys and girls in an educational curriculum and prepare them for the world of work. Intensive three-and-a-half-week summer sessions and weekend camping trips are complemented by year-round activities in New York City. The camp is named in honor of Board member Mariah Carey for her generous support and dedication to Fresh Air children. Learn more ›
The Precious Center for Teen Leadership at Camp ABCt
Inspired by co-producing the film Precious: Based on the Novel Push by Sapphire, Sarah Siegel-Magness and Gary Magness of Smokewood Entertainment Group have given a contribution of $1.325 million to The Fresh Air Fund to support The Precious Center for Teen Leadership. The Center will provide young women from 13 to 15 with a safe, nurturing environment to focus on their futures, and overcome perceived limitations of gender, ethnicity and socio-economic status. Learn more ›