Camp Comstock

Day Camp

All-Gender Day Camps

Monday-Friday drop-off at 8:30 a.m. and pickup by 5 p.m.

All genders entering grades 1-8

Busing is available for $50 per camper per week from Triphammer Marketplace, 2255 N. Triphammer Rd., and Wegmans, 500 S. Meadow St. in Ithaca.

Week 1: July 8-12

Artful Adventures -Adventure into Comstock with your creative side to make your mark with art. Campers will get to learn about famous artists and make art inspired by them, as well as explore different art mediums and methods to unlock their creativity!

Week 2: July 15-19

STEM Week - If you’ve ever wondered how Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) could bring endless hours of summer fun, then this week of camp is for you! From identifying the creatures and features of the woods that hold Comstock by day, to learning how to read the sky full of stars and how they shine at night, all the STEM experiments of your dreams combined with your typical camp activities will come true! Girl Scouts are the next generation of scientists, engineers, innovators, and leaders who may even find their spark at camp!

Week 3: July 22-26

Outdoor Skills Week - The true meaning of what it is to learn about the outdoors! Build your skills with outdoor activities. Develop your skills and show everyone what you are capable of as we explore the world around us and its endless possibilities. Fire building, pitching tents, and more will sharpen your skills.

Week 4: July 29-August 2

Magic & Mischief Week - Witches and wizards and warlocks—oh my! This week’s camp will transform the grounds of Comstock into a magical realm full of mischief that only magic could produce! Bring your most magical mind and prepare for a week full of fun, and friends, and maybe even help to save the magical world forever.

Week 5: August 5-9

Comstock’s Got Talent - Want to perform your special (or hidden) talent for the whole camp? You can play an instrument and let out your inner rockstar, perform some magic, put on a skit with bunkmates, sing a song, and so much more! Take to the stage or exhibit your talents for all at camp to see. Get ready to shine in Comstock’s Got Talent.

Week 6: August 12-16

Superhero Week - Calling all young heroes, gear up! It’s time to unleash your superhero powers and go on an adventure. This week, campers are encouraged to embark on a brave and heroic journey. Campers will participate in superhero-themed activities, from creating a unique hero persona to superhero science and costume creation! We look forward to witnessing your child embrace their inner hero while having an unforgettable experience at our camp. Get ready for a week of action-packed adventures and super-heroic feats, and don’t forget to wear your favorite superhero costume!

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Week 7: August 19-23

Space Cowpoke Week - Howdy, space pardner! This thrilling week combines the spirit of the Wild West with the mystery of the cosmos, inviting campers to explore like intergalactic cowpokes. With activities ranging from asteroid mining to rounding up aliens and even building a spaceship! We look forward to seeing you put on your cowhand hat and astronaut boots and set your sights on the final frontier. Get ready for a rootin’ tootin’ week of cosmic fun!

 Comstock Day Camp FAQs

  • Camper guides were emailed out to all campers. They include the packing list and other important information.

  • Camp Comstock is in the Finger Lakes Region in Ithaca, NY on Cayuga Lake. Most of our campers are from New York and Pennsylvania, but we have had campers come from all over the US!

  • No! Our day camps are open to all genders, and we encourage campers to bring a friend!

  • Activities at Comstock include swimming, boating, archery, gaga ball, crafts, games, and more! Some activities are age-restricted.

  • Realizing families have different abilities to pay, we have a voluntary fee structure based on a 3-tier pricing system. The tier you select will have no impact on the camp experience your camper receives. Choose the tier that is right for you!

    Camp is $300 per camper per week.

    A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.

  • No, camp registration is based on the grade that your camper is entering for the next school year.

  • Comstock has amazing views of Cayuga Lake! The lake is busy with other boaters, but we have a sectioned-off swimming area for our campers. The swimming area is divided into multiple sections. Campers will undergo a swimming assessment to determine their swimming ability, which will determine which sections they can go in. Water shoes are required to be worn by all swimmers. We have canoes, rowboats, funyaks, and sailboats.

  • Each week we will have a maximum of approximately 100 campers between day and overnight programs.

  • After registering for camp you will receive an email inviting you to create an account with CampDoc. You will submit all health paperwork and complete all camper forms in your CampDoc account.

    The below forms must be filled out by a physician:

    Physical Form

    Permission to Dispense Medication Form

  • Yes, we honor 1 buddy request per camper. In your CampDoc account there will be a place to request a buddy. Please ensure both campers request each other. Buddies must be registered for the same program and be in the same age group. Not coming to camp with a buddy? No worries! Camp is a place to make new friends.

  • Absolutely! Camp is only for everyone (no adults), but troop members can choose to attend the same week. Interested in a troop camping experience for the whole troop including leaders? Check out Troop Core at our other camp properties.

  • Yes, financial assistance is available for registered Girl Scouts. We want every Girl Scout to be able to experience camp regardless of their financial situation. Please register for camp first to hold your spot, and then submit this aid request form online.

  • Reach out to us here or at info@gsnypenn.org.

Camp Comstock

1419 Taughannock Blvd. Ithaca, NY 1850