How much does it cost to send a child to Camp Hollis?
The cost for one week of Camp is $180 for Oswego County residents and $225 for out of county residents. Scholarships are available on a sliding scale according to family income, with cost ranging from $150 to $30. (Camp Hollis is also supported by funds from the County of Oswego and the United States Department of Agriculture Summer Feeding Program). Camp Hollis accepts donations to help offset the costs of providing 800 children with this unique summer experience.

How is a child chosen to go to Camp Hollis?
Applications are available from this website after January 1st of each year. Applications are also available in all Oswego County schools and our office on April 1st. Parents complete the application and return it with the registration fee to our office. Registrations are accepted on a first come - first served basis. For the best opportunity to register a child it is recommended that applications are returned by May 16th. New in 2008: Children may register for more than one session per summer! All children are notified of their acceptance by mail. A waiting list is created of all children not chosen. These children may receive calls during the summer to fill the spot of a child who does not show or goes home early.

Is it true that Camp Hollis is only for underprivileged children?
Camp Hollis eligibility is not based on family income. The only eligibility requirements are listed above.

How are children supervised at Camp Hollis?
There are 2 counselors living in each cabin of 8 children who accompany children at all times. We staff a full time registered nurse in residence. Our security guard patrols the grounds every night, and our residential site Director and his/her assistants supervise the camp.

What if a family can't afford the fees to send a child to Camp Hollis?
While Camp Hollis serves all age eligible children in Oswego County, it strives to keep the camping experience within reach of all chidren, regardless of the family's ability to pay. Families in need are welcome to contact our office to inquire about full and partial camper scholarship opportunities.