FAQ

Our children feel like they are part of the Ramaquois family. Arthur and Natalie are always available to answer questions and attend to every detail. Our main goal is to provide Ramaquois campers with a healthy, happy and rewarding summer experience. At Ramaquois, we are dedicated to expanding each child's horizons and enriching his or her self esteem.

Who are the directors

From 1922 through 1969 Camp RamaquoisPronounced Rama-Koy our camp name is derived from the Ramapo Mountains, which surround our campus, and the Iroquois tribe, who once inhabited these grounds. was an outstanding resident camp. For more than 35 years, Owners/Directors, Arthur and Natalie Kessler, along with many professional administrators, have offered our campers the ultimate day camp experience. Arthur Kessler, Owner/Director, has been the vice-president of the American Camping Association and held a position on the Executive Board. He is one of the founders of the Rockland Day Camp Association. Frequently, Arthur is called upon to lecture at professional conferences. Natalie Kessler, a New York State Certified Teacher, devoted 24 years to teaching children of all ages. Mrs. Kessler directs and supervises the Ramaquois Adventure Trip Program. She is a member of the Rockland County Day Camp Association, the New Jersey Day Camp Association and the American Camp AssociationACA-Accredited camps meet up to 300 standards for health, safety, and program quality. Learn more at http://www.acacamps.org.

Where is Ramaquois located?

Camp RamaquoisPronounced Rama-Koy our camp name is derived from the Ramapo Mountains, which surround our campus, and the Iroquois tribe, who once inhabited these grounds. is situated in Pomona, New York (Rockland County) and is tucked into the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains. Tall trees, rolling hills, babbling brooks and mountain ranges surround our magnificent 44 acres and our 5 acre crystalline spring fed LakeThe Rama-Lake is a spring-fed, natural five acre lake located in the center of our campus.. The camp is 30 minutes from the George Washington Bridge via the scenic Palisades ParkwayThe Palisades Parkway does not allow any commercial vehicles. Our vans obtain a special permit to use this highway. and 15 minutes from the Tappan Zee Bridge.

What are the campers' ages?

Ramaquois campers are divided into 3 separate camps, each with its own Staff and separate facilities on our 44-acre site.

Each group is assigned an individual group cabin. Each cabin has ample bathrooms, sinks and cubbies for camper's clothing and gear. Bunks and bathrooms are cleaned twice a day.

From where does Ramaquois provide Transportation?

Ramaquois provides Transportation to and from Rockland, Bergen, Westchester and Manhattan. Many of our families come from other states and countries to stay in this area for the summer. We have campers from Chicago, Florida, California, South Korea, England, Bahamas, China, Japan, Hong Kong, Brazil, Italy, France, Spain, Israel, Mexico, Venezuela and many more locations! We welcome all of them with open arms.

How will my child get to camp?

Campers, who reside in Rockland, Bergen, Manhattan, Riverdale and Westchester, are provided with round-trip door-to-door Transportation to camp. All of our buses are late-model, air conditioned school buses and mini vans equipped with 2-way radios, seat belts and cell phones.

In addition, all vehicles have one or two bus Counselors70% are former campers, and 75% return each year. who care for and interact with the children.

Our most important concern is the safety and well being of your child.

What are the camper-counselor ratios?

Ramaquois age groups are kept small to offer our campers individualized attention. The Junior Camp is given the highest priority in supervision, as there is one counselor for every 4 or 5 campers. There are three Counselors70% are former campers, and 75% return each year. per group for campers up to the age of eleven, and at least two Counselors70% are former campers, and 75% return each year. per group for campers ages twelve to fifteen.

What happens if the weather is very hot or inclement?

Because of Ramaquois' unique setting and outstanding facilities, we are able to offer a full program EVERY day of the summer. Our program Staff immediately provides an alternate schedule for each group utilizing Ramaquois' extensive options:

• 8 Heated Pools
• Spray Park
• Music/Karaoke Room
• 5,000 sq. ft. Indoor Gym - air conditioned
• Sewing Room - air conditioned
• Ceramic Studio - air conditioned
• Woodcrafts and Woodworking
• Digital and Graphic Design Studio - air conditioned
• Puppetry Building - air conditioned
• Cooking Rooms - air conditioned
• Cody's Cove Pavilion
• Dining Room - air conditioned
• Chess Center - air conditioned
• Discovery Science Lab
• Air conditioned Nature Center with outside petting zoo
• Group Cabins for all ages
• Theater Arts Building
• Gymnastics Pavilion
• MAC Pavilion for the Arts
• Air conditioned Kidz ZoneKidz Zone is a dedicated craft building for Jr. Campers entering Nursery School and Kindergarten. arts & Crafts building for 3-5 year olds
• Magic building - air conditioned

How do I get more information?

Please fill out this form to Request Information be sent to you in the mail.

Directors:
Arthur and Natalie Kessler / Owners - Directors
Phil Rainone / Associate Director
Jared Gelb, Scott Kaplan, Matthew Kaufman and Jann Reissman / Assistant Directors

Address:
30 Mountain Road
P.O. Box D-1300
Pomona, New York 10970
Phone:(845) 354-1600
Fax: (845) 354-0764
Contact Us via e-mail

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