Camp Poco's 70-year milestone.
Pocantico Hills Day Camp celebrates 70 years of summer fun and lasting memories.
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Pocantico Hills Day Camp, known as Camp Poco, is celebrating 70 years of turning summer into lifelong memories. The six-week day camp, run by the Pocantico Hills Central School District, serves rising pre-K through ninth-grade students from the district and nearby communities, according to Lohud.
This milestone summer marks seven decades of friendship, adventure, and fun. Staff spend ten months planning to make the two camp months as special as possible, according to Utica Observer-Dispatch.
Camp Poco Builds Friendships Across Age Groups
Camp Poco opens its doors to a wide range of kids. Pre-K campers join all the way through rising ninth graders. The camp pulls students from the local school district and neighboring communities, giving kids a chance to meet peers they might not see during the school year, according to Utica Observer-Dispatch.
Assistant Director Kerry Papa has stressed that friendship sits at the heart of everything Camp Poco does. The camp creates a space where kids bond over shared experiences. Those bonds, staff say, often last well beyond the final day of summer, according to Lohud.
Athletics, Cooking, and Field Trips Fill Every Week
Campers stay busy from the first day to the last. Activities include athletics, culinary workshops, field trips, and spirit days. The mix keeps campers of all ages engaged and gives every kid a chance to find something they love, according to Utica Observer-Dispatch.
The variety is intentional. Staff design activities to challenge campers and spark new interests. Whether a child loves sports or prefers cooking, Camp Poco offers a place for them to grow, Lohud reported.
Color War Week Is the Highlight of the Summer
One week stands above the rest every summer — color war. Campers and counselors are split into different color teams. They compete in athletic events, create a group banner, and write and perform an original song, according to Lohud.
The competition brings the whole camp together in a burst of energy and creativity. It is not just about winning. Campers learn teamwork and how to cheer for one another. For many, color war week becomes the memory they carry with them for years, The Times Herald reported.
Ten Months of Planning Makes Two Months Unforgettable
Running Camp Poco is a year-round effort. Staff begin planning in the fall and work straight through to the following summer. The goal is simple — make those two months the best two months of every camper's year, according to Utica Observer-Dispatch.
As Camp Poco hits 70 years, that dedication shows no sign of slowing down. Generations of families have sent their children through its gates. The camp's seven-decade run is a sign that what it offers — community, adventure, and fun — never gets old, Lohud reported.
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