COME EXPERIENCE A CAMP LOVEJOY SUMMER!
Camp Lovejoy is the Boys & Girls Clubs of Schenectady’s very own super affordable day camp for youth ages 6-14.
ABOUT CAMP LOVEJOY.
Located in the beautiful Helderberg Mountains, Camp Lovejoy a is summer haven engaging Boys & Girls Club members in exciting programs while providing opportunities for new friendships, experiences and lasting memories.
Acquired in 1957 with a generous contribution from Jesse R. Lovejoy, the grounds include a swimming pool, ponds, hiking trails, an outdoor amphitheater, arts & crafts building, picnic pavilions and playing fields, as well The Adeline Graham Lodge, a large air conditioned main hall.
Camp Hours
Monday - Friday, 9AM - 4PM
(Closed for holiday Friday July 3rd)
2026 Camp Schedule
Week 1: June 29th - July 2nd
(Closed Friday July 3rd)
Week 2: July 6th - July 10th
Week 3: July 13th - July 17th
Week 4: July 20th - July 24th
Week 5: July 27th - July 31st
Week 6: August 3rd - August 7th
Week 7: August 10th - August 14th
Camp Fees
$75 per week
$60 for a second child
$40 for each additional child
The actual cost per camper exceeds $200/week.
Thanks to our generous Campership Campaign donors we are able to provide a partial scholarship to every camper at the rates listed above!
Camp Contact Details
Physical Address: 3476 Lovejoy Road, Altamont, NY 12009
Mailing Address: PO Box 466, Schenectady, NY 12301
Camp Phone: (518) 861-8351 | Registration: (518) 374-4714
First Aid: (518) 861-5579 | After Hours Emergencies: (518) 918-4860
Mark Your Calendar!
Parent Orientation:
Thursday June 25th at 6pm
104 Education Dr., Schenectady, NY 12303
Family Fun Night:
Thursday August 6th, 2026
Enrolled campers are transported daily by bus to Camp Lovejoy. Parents may also drive campers to and from camp if they choose or if buses are full.
Lunch and afternoon snack are included.
Menus are posted on the Camp Lovejoy Facebook page weekly.
All campers enjoy a wide range of activities from daily swims, swim lessons, sports, arts & crafts, STEM, dance, science & nature and more. See more information about our morning Specialty Camps below!
A DAY AT CAMP.
SPECIALTY CAMPS.
Specialty Camp programs take place during the morning session at Camp Lovejoy. When you register for camp, select your camper’s Specialty Camp preference. Specialty Camp programs run for 2 week sessions.
The Explorers
(Required for all 6 year-olds)
An exciting first time camp experience!
Fine Arts
(Ages 7-14)
Campers will discover a world of inspiration and creativity.
Video Production
(Ages 7-14)
Introduction to video production: script writing, editing, animation and more.
Young Chefs
(Ages 7-14)
Campers will explore their love of cooking while enhancing their skills and knowledge to make healthy nutritional choices.
Dance
(Ages 7-14)
Have fun learning about and participating in different styles of dance.
Sports
(Ages 7-14)
Learn the fundamentals of various sports, sportsmanship and having fun.
CIT Program
(14 year-olds only)
The Counselor-In-Training Program at Camp Lovejoy is designed to offer 14 year old campers an opportunity to prepare for positions as junior camp counselors. This program will help develop their leadership and communication skills.
Lifeguard Prep
(Ages 12-14 only)
Designed for advanced swimmers to build a foundation of skills and knowledge for future lifeguarding.
Pottery
(Ages 7-14)
Focusing on clay art, campers will be inspired to create, foster self-discovery and learn to appreciate art.
Wilderness Adventure
(Ages 7-14)
Wilderness survival, orienteering, nature exploration and gardening.
STEAM
(Ages 7-14)
Science, technology, engineering, art and math! Through hands-on experiments and exploration, campers will work together to ignite their curiosity and discover more about the world around them.