Camp Cherith of Western New York

Camp Cherith of Western New York offers resident (overnight) camp, day camp, mini camp, horse camp, adventure tree climbing, and Camper in Leadership Training 1 and 2. Campers choose 3 activities for the week and rotate through one hour for each activity Monday through Friday. Some activities, including horsemanship and tree climbing, are available for an extra fee.

Programs

• Resident (Overnight) Camp — Boys and girls, ages 7-18 (grades 2-12) · Arrive on Sunday and stay at camp overnight through Friday · Campers are assigned to gender specific small groups of 5-8 children and live all week with an enthusiastic, dedicated, and trained cabin counselor. Campers choose 3 activities for the week.
• Day Camp — Ages 7-12 (grades 2-6) · Monday through Friday
• Mini Camp (overnight) — 2nd-5th grade · Sunday through Wednesday at 5pm, with the option to stay for the whole week · A mini taste of camp for young campers who want to stay overnight, but aren’t sure they want to stay the whole week. Includes regular activity selection and a campfire cookout.
• Horse Camp — Girls in grades 5-12 · The serious horse lover will experience two activity hours daily of riding and horse care and one regular camp activity hour. Basic riding skills are required. Space is limited.
• Adventure Tree Climbing — At least 7 years old · Tree climbing is available to the public on specific dates. Reservations required. Dependent on staff availability.
• Camper in Leadership Training (CILT) 1 and 2 — At least 15 years old and entering 10th grade

At a glance

• Ages: 7–18 years old
• General schedule: Programs vary based on staffing each summer. On Sunday, children choose three activities that they will rotate through one hour for each activity, Monday through Friday.

About the provider

Camp Cherith of Western New York describes its mission as "Christ in every aspect of our lives." It lists 80 years of Christian camping ministry.

What families say

“Camp has been an ongoing life changing experience for me for what is now seven years. It’s a place where everyone can be themselves and fully express their joy about God and nature. Camp is a place to make life long friends, try new things, and fully discover who you are. Camp is my favorite place in the whole world and I don’t know what I’d be without it.” — Rachel, Camper

Last updated August 26, 2026.