Stomping Ground is an overnight camp in Deposit, New York, that focuses on creating intentionally diverse and inclusive communities, building empathy, and inspiring gigantic possibilities. By employing cutting edge child development theory and a (literally) world classstaff, we offer an intentionally designed summer camp experience that will not only quiet the voices telling your children that they need to be someone other than who they are – it will let them explode with creativity, kindness, and the knowledge that anything is possible.

We start from the idea that kids aren’t so different from grown ups. That more is possible if we treat others the way they want to be treated and help each other accomplish each of our dreams. We believe that every member of our community has a right to feel safe, physically and emotionally. And that people are happiest living in a free and trusting community. Someday every child wakes up and no one tells them what to do. We believe that kids learn best through making decisions not by following directions. Every decision we make at camp stems from these ideas.

 

SUNY Cortland Sports Camps provide participants with an experienced and motivated staff in a state-of-the-art, multi purpose athletic facility, which enables players to advance their skills and realize their potential to play at the next level.  Our goal is to stimulate interest in the sport, build confidence, sharpen skills, and improve performance, all while encouraging passion for the participant's sport.

Each coach is an experienced collegiate head coach in their respective sport, guiding SUNY Cortland Red Dragons to multiple victories at the national level. Demonstrations by current college players give opportunities for accurate visual modeling that will ultimately be replicated by campers. Dependable supervision allows learning to occur in a safe and fun environment.   Maximum participation is always a high priority.

Residential, commuter and day camp options are offered
in the following sports; swimming and diving, lacrosse, soccer, softball,
baseball, volleyball, basketball, field hockey, and wrestling.