Camp Trefoil is located approximately 40 miles east of Watertown. Campers and staff live in A-frame tents and sleep on cots with mattresses. Cooking and picnic areas are available in each unit. A beach, Nature Center, Lodge and Dining Hall, Infirmary and Craft House are located on site. Horseback riding is provided by Honey Dew Acres in Canton.
Staff works under the supervision of Karen Strife, our Resident Camp Director. Unit Counselors are a minimum of 18 years old. All staff participates in a 7-day intensive training session prior to campers' arrival.
Health and Safety of the girls is the first concern of our staff. The NYS Department of Health inspects our facility twice a year and reports are filed at the Canton District Office located at 58 Gouverneur St, NY 13617. A qualified RN, LPN or EMT is always on duty in the infirmary. If more extensive treatment is needed, we will transport to local facilities. Accident and sickness insurance is carried on all campers and staff. PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS COMPLETED IN THE LAST 24 MONTHS ARE ACCEPTABLE for all campers. School physicals are also acceptable is signed by a school nurse. A physician must sign the medication sheet in order for the camper to receive over the counter drugs. An up to date healthy history, with the date of the last physical exam and the physician's name and address must be completed.
Meals are designed to appeal to all girls and are approved by a dietician. Snacks are also provided. Fresh fruit is always available. Campers will cook out on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Wednesday will be Waterfront Picnic Night. Do not send extra snacks with your daughter.
Camp Trefoil runs a Trading Post with a wide variety of items girls can purchase during their stay. Girls may also purchase a snack. The Trading Post hours include Sunday 3-4 pm, weekday afternoons and Friday evenings during check out.
Horseback Riding is now being offered at Honey Dew Acres in Canton. Girls learn about horse care, how to tack, and how to ride English or Western style. Head instructor Emily Cambridge Carrier, is a Certified Level II Instructor with the American Riding Instructors Association. Campers will also take part in other camp activities as time allows. For more specific horse program questions, call 315-379-1035 or visit www.honeydewacres.com. Girls will live in units according to their age regardless of program. TRANSPORTATION SPACE ALLOWS ONLY 12 GIRLS PER SESSION.
