Dive into what it means to be part of Team 2025 at Double H Ranch!
Packing List
Summer weather in the Adirondacks can be unpredictable. Learn more about what to pack!
The Basics
During camp, staff are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting messy. Items like a backpack, notebook, and re-usable water bottle will come in handy during the daily schedule of camp. Dressier items, like a button down shirt or sundress, may be useful for your time off or the end-of-summer Staff Party. Staff have access to free, onsite laundry machines at all times.
Linens
Double H provides all necessary linens including sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels. If you prefer to bring your own linens from home, we suggest labeling items with your first and last name. Most beds at camp are twin sized.
Activity Areas
Some camp activity areas require specific clothing…
- Barn: closed toed shoes and long pants
- High Ropes Course: closed toed shoes and long shorts or pants that will fit beneath a climbing harness
- The Pool: one piece swimsuit, swim trunks, or swim shorts and shirt
What Not To Pack
- Tobacco Products including cigarettes, vape pens, dip, etc.
- Alcohol, Marijuana, or Illegal Drugs of any kind
- Guns or Weapons of any kind
Accommodations
Double H Staff are offered onsite housing and meals for the summer. Learn more about where you’ll be living!
Location
Double H is located in Lake Luzerne, NY on more than 320 acres of land. We have access to miles of hiking trails and a beautiful waterfront along Lake Vanare. Camp is ideally situated in the quiet beauty of the Adirondack Park, and only 3 hours from major hubs like New York City, Boston, and Montreal.
Housing
Camp facilities include 34 accessible buildings that house campers, staff, and volunteers, as well as communal and activity areas. Staff live in dorm-style rooms with 1-2 roommates. Each room has it’s own accessible bathroom, heating, and air conditioning. Staff have access to laundry machines, kitchen space, and WIFI throughout all buildings.
Meals
Double H provides meals and snacks for staff throughout the summer. Our Food Service Team works hard to accommodate food allergies and special diets. Meals will always have gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, and vegan options.
A Day At Camp
Camp days are packed full of fun from morning to evening. Learn more about a day in the life of camp staff!
Schedule
Each day at camp is different, but the building blocks remain the same: assigned and chosen activity areas, meal times, rest time, and an camp-wide events. This schedule shows an example of what a day at camp may look like.
Activity Areas
Each day has time for cabins to participate in activity areas together, as well as free choice where campers set the schedule.
Meal Times
Cabins eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner together in the dining hall. Once a week, everyone will head to the Rec Field for a cookout of hot dogs and hamburgers.
Rest Time
Rest time is designated time after lunch for campers and staff to relax and recharge for the second half of the day.
Camp-Wide Events
Each evening, cabins come together for a camp-wide activity like the Opening Campfire, Carnivarty (carnival+party), Talent Show, and more.
Cabin Chat
At the end of the day, campers and counselors return to their spaces for Cabin Chat. This camp tradition asks a common question of the group to help everyone reflect on the events of the day and learn more about one another.
Learn More About Activities and Traditions
Medical Care At Camp
Double H’s team of professional doctors and nurses are here to care for our campers. Learn more about your role in caring for kids!
Medical Team
The Double H medical team is made up of staff and volunteers who are available 24/7 to help ensure safe fun while campers are onsite. Each session has…
- 3-2 Doctors: oversee all campers
- 8 Volunteer Cabin Nurses: assigned a specific cabin of campers
- 2-3 Residential Staff Nurses: oversee all campers
- 5+ Body Shop Staff Nurses: staff the onsite infirmary 24/7
- 1-2 Staff Clinical Psychologists: oversee all campers
Hear directly from Stephanie Neaton, Nursing Director about the medical coverage at camp.
Camper Personal Care
While the medical team handles medications and treatments, staff are here to help with camper personal care. This may include changing diapers, feeding during mealtimes, assisting with bathing or using the toilet, changing clothes, and more.
Glossary of Terms
- Personal Care (PC): Assistance provided to campers to help them complete their activities of daily living.
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Tasks which include bathing or showering, dressing, getting in and out of bed or a chair, walking, using the toilet, and eating.
5 Tips for Providing Personal Care
- Be Prepared: Have all of the necessary supplies within arm’s reach of you! Supplies may include towels, clothing, diapers, wipes, soap or shampoo, and any equipment a camper uses, like crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.
- Be Safe: Survey your environment before you begin and remove any obstacles that could either lead to injury or become a hassle, like trip hazards, watches, jewelry, or slippery spots.
- Be Calm: The more relaxed you are, the more relaxed your camper will be. At first, PC can be a little awkward and that’s okay.
- Be Educational: Use personal care as an opportunity to learn and teach. You will discover tips and tricks from campers, parents, nurses, and other staff throughout the summer. Be sure to pass your knowledge on to others.
- Be Helpful: There are many roles involved in personal care from grabbing supplies, finding a change of clothes, or entertaining other campers. Make sure your team knows that you are ready to help.
Time Off & Self Care
Time off is yours to relax, rest, and recharge for the upcoming session. Learn more about opportunities on and off camp!
Staff have 48 hours off between each session, with a longer 72 hour break mid-summer. There is plenty to do in the area on and off camp, and we encourage everyone to make responsible choices that allow you to be at 100% when campers arrive on Day 1.
On Camp
- Eat: There will be meals and snacks available at camp during intersessions.
- Rest: Go to bed early, sleep in, take naps! The camp schedule is hard work and it’s okay to take time to just sleep.
- Laundry: Washing machines and dryers are always available to staff free of charge. We ask that you bring your own detergent.
- Connect with Friends and Family: Take time to call, text, email, or write letters to your friends and family back home.
- Make Friends: Check in with fellow staff to plan group meet ups on camp or outings off site. Staff will create group messages to share updates about off site trips, errand runs, carpooling and more.
- Activity Areas: Activity areas will be closed while staff are off during intersession. Occasionally activity leaders will plan specific times for staff to try areas like archery, the high ropes course, or swimming.
Off Camp
Local Culture: Visit a nearby town or city for dinner, museums, concerts, and more.
- Lake George, NY – 12 min drive
- Glens Falls, NY – 20 min drive
- Saratoga Springs, NY -35 min drive
- Albany, NY – 1 hour drive
- Troy, NY – 1 hour drive
- Lake Placid, NY – 1.5 hour drive
Nature: Soak in all the Adirondacks have to offer through hiking, swimming, and camping.