Lions Camp Badger
Private
Lions Camp Badger is a special-needs camp on 150+ acres in Spencer, NY, run by the nonprofit Empire State Special Needs Experience, Inc. It offers both day and overnight (Sunday–Friday) programming from late June through mid-August for campers ages 6 to 60+ with functional differences such as intellectual disability, autism, and cerebral palsy. Staff include certified special-education teachers, medical professionals, and trained college students. NY residents get enrollment priority; open to others as space allows.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Lions Camp Badger directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★John McNultyThe greatest people, the greatest program, my special needs daughter had the greatest experience and I couldn't be more grateful. I wish I could give fifty stars!
★★★★★Elizabeth MathewsGood fun friends everything
★★★★Rosemarie BushA great place to aid people with special needs and give respite to their caretakers. Here is one of the cabins.
★★★★★Fay BOur son attends and is always excited to go! The camp is very pretty, the people who run it are more like extended family than "just employees" they love the attendees as if they are their own! The quality of care and personalization is absolutely amazing!
★★★★★Dragon SlayerAwesome people. Awesome scenery. Great accommodations. Great place to see the stars.