Poughkeepsie Sleep Away Camp

There’s no better way to spend your summer than to have the time of your life with your friends, to participate in new activities, and to make tons of new memories, all while watching a beautiful sunset along Sylvan Lake every night. Those things are just some of the great stuff that happens at Camp Kinder Ring to give you a summer you’ll never forget. Camp Kinder Ring is an overnight camp located in Hopewell Junction NY for Poughkeepsie boys and girls ages 7 to 16. We at Kinder Ring provide land and water activities, opportunities for artistic expression and outdoor adventure while providing a sense of community.

Beginning in 1927, Camp KR and is owned and operated by The Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring. Today The Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring is an activist-based national organization which is the prominent voice for the continuation of Jewish heritage. Their mission supports the operation of a safe, fun summer camp in a nurturing Jewish community. Our commitment to striving for a better world and our focus on secular Jewish values contribute to the warm and caring environment we have created.

Our programming is designed to provide a full experience for 4 week or 8 week sessions. Kinder Ring encourages both individual choice and structured group participation in planning the daily schedule. By encouraging teamwork, shared living and guiding personal development, our staff demonstrates their commitment to the healthy growth of our Poughkeepsie campers.

A large part of our camper’s day consists of our plethora of activites on our 100+ acres. We have tons of daily programs ranging from sports, arts and crafts, water activities, and performing arts but here are just a fewwe offer:

• archery

• glassmaking

• scavenger hunts

• beach volleyball

• introduction to the Yiddish language

• talent shows

Camp Kinder Ring is more than a summer getaway. It is a community of caring people. Each family that joins this community is welcomed with open arms and instantly becomes a part of our rich history.Everyone leaves Camp Kinder Ring with a sense of accomplishment in some areas, and increased self-esteem and interpersonal skills which last a lifetime. If you are interested in a Poughkeepsie sleepaway camp, become part of the Camp Kinder Ring family this summer and please visit our website or call our office at 845-221-2771. The KR staff and campers hope to see you soon!