Member Testimonials

My child just completed her first week at Farm Camp. This was the first time that she was away from home and I feel very grateful to the staff and folks at Fairview Lake YMCA Camps for creating an environment that felt nourishing and nurturing for her, such that she seldom thought about missing home. She was thrilled with the Farm program and the opportunity to develop deeper relationships with the animals, due to the size of the program and proximity allowed to the animals. She also enjoyed having opportunities to explore other facilities/centers at the camp, which ensured she had a well-rounded summer camp experience. She felt at ease with the counselors and made meaningful connections with friends, so I am certain we will be returning for more songs, adventures and relationships next year.

The beautiful nature and welcoming community

Everything was thought of, all the details, preparation and accommodation were there for the kids to enjoy

My kid had an absolute blast. She just couldn’t say enough how much fun her week of taste of tradition was!

My kids love Fairview Lake, and the Taste of Tradition program allowed my son to have the traditional camp experience even though he had a busy summer and couldn't have fit in three weeks of camp. Next year he wants to go for the full three weeks!

This was my daughter’s first time away at sleep away camp. She absolutely loved it and wants to go back again for longer. I was also impressed with the comprehensive communication I was given by camp administration leading up to the experience! Highly recommended!

Organized,well run and great counselors!

I like that it gives kids who are new to sleepaway camp a chance to try it out for just a week. My son loved the big swing, the mountain slide, and being able to spend time with friends. He also said he really liked all of his counselors. They were great with him when he was feeling homesick.

Family friendly safe atmosphere

FVL staff are terrific. Sent two kids to camp this year... the counselors, and leaders were proactive in making the kids feel comfortable, welcomed and heard.

Community, fun, safety.

My daughter was able to meet new people.
She did ranch camp and farm camp.
Next year she will just do ranch.. she really enjoyed it.

Maddie had a wonderful time in Discovery camp, overall. She had a hard time sleeping with other kids who have a different body clock, so we'll send earplugs next year and hopefully teach her how to use them before she goes.

My son had a wonderful time and he gave us a tour of the facilities at pick up. It looked lovely!

My son had a great time! His first time at sleepaway and he had all positive feedback. From my point of view, it’s very well-run / organized. My son will likely return!

This was my daughter's first experience with an overnight camp. She said she was so busy, that she didn't think of her iPad at all. She loved trying new activities and she is very excited about all the friends she made. She attended for one week, but is already asking that we send her back for three weeks next year. She loved her time at Fairview!

As parents, we found the entire process, from registration, to drop off, to pick up, very well organized and manageable. Overall, we are extremely happy with the experience!

Our kids come home every year more confident, with new friends and memories. It is such a special community and we look forward to their adventures every summer! We especially love the notes from their counselors with their impressions of how the weeks went. It’s always insightful to see your child through another’s eyes!

my daughter (12) absolutely loved it!

This was our son’s first sleepaway camp experience. Although he didn’t get all the activities he wanted to try, he had an awesome time.

My son really enjoyed his 2-week camp experience. The highlight of camp was all the time spent on the lake -- he really loved sailing and felt a sense of accomplishment for learning this new skill. I think there was a misunderstanding about one particular meal, but that was cleared up well.

Feedback from camper: Food can be improved - the number of times chicken was served can be reduced, and the eggs were in need of improvement.

Feedback from parent: As mentioned before, I was surprised to learn that CITs and counselors were allowed to have their phones.

My son had a great time and wants to return next year!

My kids love coming to Fairview. The staff are great, activities are well organized, and my son comes homes happy and exhausted from a week of fun. We really enjoyed Taste of Tradition camp as he wanted to try a longer stay this year. Keep up the great work, Fairview!

My son had an amazing time as always.

The counsellors, the overall way the camp is run, & the variety of choices

Both of my kids loved the camp.
Everything about the camp is amazing. From friendly and caring CITs, food, activities especially when they learn while having fun and the fact that they make new friends.
The cabins and area are clean and scenic as well. What else can one ask for to let your kid make the best out of their summer.
I have recommended this camp to many of them and they have sent their kids too.
It says it all when your kid comes back home and says he wants to go again next year.

My girls love this camp and already plan for the next summer at pick up, so that is a good sign.

variety of camps, ease of signing up adn that my child had fun

I like how there is many different activities available from rifles to kayaking. The meals were great and the staff were friendly. I decently recommend going because it’s a lot of fun.

My son enjoyed the camp for the first time. He loved the food, activities, and nature. He wants to come back next year)