Category: Dobbs Ferry

Lower Camp Program

Entering 1st Grade A traditional day camp experience for entering 1st graders. Campers will experience all the programs that Oasis has to offer. A nice introduction to new activities in a safe and welcoming environment. Special attention is paid to ensure that activities and instruction are developmentally appropriate for our campers going into 1st grade. [...] Read More

Dressing Right for Day Camp in a New York Summer

Weather in New York can be both unpredictable and ruthless, and the summer camp season is of no exception. When it comes to beating the NY heat, planning ahead will be key to ensuring a comfortable day camp experience for your child. Whether it’s your family’s first time experiencing a NY summer or if you’re […]

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3 Ways to Make Your Child Feel More Confident at Day Camp

Attending day camp for the first time can be seriously overwhelming for a young child—and for parents! To help make the transition easier for both of you, instilling confidence in your child prior to the first day of camp will be essential, and it will also ensure a positive, fun experience that your child will […]

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Upper Camp Program

Entering 2nd to 6th Grade Our Upper Camp Program is located in beautiful Westchester County in Dobbs Ferry, NY. It is tailored to meet the maturing tastes of our 2nd to 6th grade campers. Age-appropriate programming includes a mix of sports and non-sports activities, instructional swim and more. Upper Camp groups are led by energetic [...] Read More

Early Start Program

Preschool Summer Camp in Westchester County, NY Ages 3 to 5 (has not yet attended Kindergarten) Oasis Day Camp is where children go to have a summer of fun while making friendships that last a lifetime. This begins at a young age with our Early Start Imagination Camp (ESIC), a unique preschool summer camp program [...] Read More

A Guide for First-Time Campers: Acclimating in Pandemic Times

For many young children, day camp is an opportunity to meet with friends and other important adult figures in the early years of their lives. At day camp, they continue to learn new skills and appreciate their time spent outdoors. But for the past year, the day camp experience has been difficult to navigate. The […]

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Facilities

Oasis Day Camp is located on the grounds of Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY. The campus is a wonderland of lush green trees, shade and beautiful fields for an idyllic summer camp environment right on the Hudson River. The summer breeze rolls off the river as our campers enjoy thoughtfully planned out activities in [...] Read More

Lunch Menu

What is for Lunch? Food at Camp Camp lunch is included in your tuition and the camp spirit comes to life when our campers come together at lunchtime. Whether it is beneath a shady tree or in the cool air-conditioned dining hall, campers have the chance to mingle with each other and eat with their [...] Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is camp located?Oasis Day Camp in Dobbs Ferry is located on the campus of Mercy College – 555 Broadway Dobbs Ferry NY 10522. The Mercy College Campus provides our older campers with access to phenomenal athletic facilities including playing fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, an outdoor swimming pool, nature trails, and much more – [...] Read More