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 – all against the picturesque backdrop of the Hudson River.

What time does camp start and end?

Drop-off is between 8:30 am and 9 am.

Pickup is between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm.

*Early drop-off (8 am-8:30 am) and late pickup (5:30 pm-6 pm) is available for an additional fee.

Where do I drop off and pick up my child?

Drop off and pick up is at Mercy College at 555 Broadway Dobbs Ferry NY 10522- please look for Oasis signs and staff to help direct you.

What if I need to pick up my child early or late?

If you wish to pick up your child early or need to drop off late, please notify our site office on the day prior by email at dobbslc@oasischildren.com or via phone at 646-519-5057. Early pick-up times are scheduled around your child’s activity schedule (1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, etc.) so we must know in advance to ensure we aren’t pulling your child from the beginning of an activity or during a transition between activities.

How old are your campers?

Our campers range from ages 3-15.

Our Early Start Program is for campers ages 3, 4, and 5 who have yet to enter Kindergarten.

Lower Camp consists of ESIC and campers who are going into 1st grade.

Upper Camp is set up for our campers who are going into 2nd through 6th grade.

Teen Travel is for campers who are going into 7th, 8th, and 9th grade.

How can I get in touch with you?

Phone: 646-519-5057
Email: dobbslc@oasischildren.com

Can I visit my child at camp?

YES!! Starting your camper’s second week we highly encourage you to visit us. We do not allow parent visits during the first week of camp in order to allow your campers time to acclimate to their new surroundings. So come ready to have fun and join in. Call the office to make set up a time to visit. We ask that you give us 24-hour notice. When you arrive for your visit please come to the main office. We will outfit you in your own Oasis t-shirt. Make sure you come dressed ready to fully participate in all aspects of the program. Yes, if you are coming during your camper’s swim period bring your suit and be ready to jump in the pool!

What do campers wear at camp?

All campers must wear their Oasis t-shirt, shorts, socks, and sneakers.

For the pool, please send your camper with a bathing suit (either on them or in a plastic bag), a towel, and flip-flops/Crocs (you may also want to send goggles and a swim cap).

We highly encourage sending your camper with a hat and sunglasses to protect their scalp and eyes.

For our younger campers, parents may send an extra change of clothes in their bookbag.

What should my child bring to camp?

LABEL EVERYTHING!

Campers should bring everything that they need for camp in the Oasis backpacks. Campers should bring:

  • swim gear
  • water bottle (not the metal ones, they get hot too fast)
  • lunch
  • sunscreen
  • spare change of clothes

What medical staff do you have on-site?

Oasis in Dobbs Ferry has a full-time RN or EMT on-site at all times. In addition to this, all leadership staff and several group leaders are Red Cross CPR, First Aid and Epi-Pen Administration certified. Please know that our staff IS NOT allowed to administer medicine to your child. The only exception to this Department of Health guideline is epi-pens. A member of our medical staff or your Division Leader will call you if your child receives medical attention of any kind.

If your child should require an epi-pen or an asthma pump, please feel free to send one to the camp’s summer office in a labeled Ziploc bag. Staff will have the medication ready in case of an emergency.

My child has severe allergies and needs to bring an Epi-pen, what should I do?

Please make sure that you indicate any and all important medical information that we need to know about your camper on his/her medical form. Please alert your Division Leader that your child will be bringing epi-pens to camp. Please bring 2 pens, both of which need to have a copy of the original prescription taped to them and be clearly labeled with your camper’s name. One epi-pen will be kept locked in the medical office safe. The other will go out into camp with your camper’s Division Leader every day.

What do children eat for lunch 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 counselors.

View lunch information here

What is required to enroll for camp?

To enroll your child, use our online system link here.
Before your child begins their stay at camp with us, they will need a completed well child health checkup form and a fully updated immunization record. The health form cannot be over a year old and is REQUIRED for your child to attend camp. Up to date immunizations are required to attend camp.