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From the never-ending laughter shared among fellow campers to days full of countless new opportunities, Summer 2023 at The Fresh Air Fund’s camps created memories that will last a lifetime! Check out our new blog post highlighting some of our favorite summer events!

Aim and precision are the very first rules campers master during archery lessons at Camp Junior!

I spy with my little eye; can you guess what campers are looking at? Share in the comments.

Campers are serving some serious volleyball moves on the court! #FreshAirFriday

Happy New Year from The Fresh Air Fund! We are so excited for a new year filled with creating lasting friendships and outdoor adventures. 2026 here we come! What are you excited for? Let us know in the comments.

Campers are ready to kick off the New Year The Fresh Air Fund way!

Catching your first fish is a camp memory you’ll never forget!

Mission accomplished! High-fives after completing the high ropes course with confidence.

From mastering stitches to choosing their fabric, campers have fun learning the fundamentals of sewing in fashion class!

Campers explore career possibilities and the outdoors at Camp Mariah! “I love all the new things that you can learn, I love the diversity of all the cultures, and I also love how no matter what, this space is a safe space!”- Samuel, 12, camper. Check out bit.ly/3L0f6WR

City Explorers had so much fun ice skating at Prospect Park! Our newest school year program connects Fresh Air campers and mentors through outdoor adventures across NYC. From visiting parks to ice skating, we can’t wait to see what they do next!

These smiles say it all! Kayaking with new friends is the best feeling.

Nature is an inspiring classroom! At Camp Mariah, campers use their newfound photography skills to capture the magic of camp.

We spoke with Leonardo Xahuetitla Palacios, Assistant Director of Specialists, on why he returned to Camp Mariah after three years as a counselor: “The things I love about camp are the kids, the energy that they bring, and seeing them grow up.” Check out bit.ly/3XSguO7

This #FreshAirFriday we’re taking a trip to our garden where campers learn about different types of plants!

Check out our latest blog to watch our video and hear all about why campers love The Fresh Air Fund’s sleepaway camps! Read at bit.ly/4psjBsd

Learning how to play the piano one note at a time at Camp Mariah!

New camp friend alert! 🪱 Campers learn the importance of composting and how to find worms in our garden.

It's time to sign your child up for The Fresh Air Fund's summer sleepaway camps! Applications are officially open! Join us for a summer full of adventure, exploring the outdoors, skill-building and making new friends. Sign your child up today! FreshAir.org.

Did you know today is National Cookie Day? Each summer, campers learn culinary skills and make food from scratch, like these delicious cookies!

Get ready for a summer full of adventure and fun at The Fresh Air Fund's summer sleepaway camps! Applications open Monday! Learn more today - FreshAir.org.