Financial Assistance
Need help with tuition? Please complete the Tuition Assistance Program Form and/or BIPOC Campership Application online by March 1, 2026.
KODA Youth Camp (Ages 9-12)
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August 8-20, 2027
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Ages 9–12
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Camp Mark Seven, Old Forge, NY
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$1,700 per camper (two-week session)
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Arrival: Sunday at 1:00 p.m. (please do not arrive earlier or the day before)
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Departure: Friday by 12:00 p.m.
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Registration Open: Jan 4, 2026 - June 30, 2026
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Includes: lodging, all meals, daily activities, canoe trips, excursions, and evening programs.
A space for hearing children of Deaf parents to connect, grow, and celebrate their identity
The Camp Mark Seven (CM7) KODA Youth Camp is a special place designed specifically for hearing children of Deaf parents to explore and celebrate the dual worlds they navigate every day.
Led by experienced Coda counselors who share similar life experiences, this unique program offers a supportive and understanding environment for campers to embrace, discuss, and strengthen their KODA identities through shared experiences, creative expression, and community building.
Activities & Highlights
This immersive two-week camp takes place in a fun, recreational Adirondack setting, encouraging interaction, teamwork, and self-discovery.
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Outdoor games and team challenges -
Swimming and tubing -
Overnight canoe and camping trips -
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Hiking adventures -
Evening bonfires and social events -
Day trips to Old Forge and New York’s largest waterpark – Enchanted Forest Water Safari
Who Can Attend
This program welcomes hearing children of Deaf parents, ages 9 to 12, who want to explore and celebrate their KODA identity with Coda counselors and peers.
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Hearing youth of Deaf parents (KODAs), ages 9 to 12
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Campers ready to explore identity with Coda counselors
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Returning KODA campers and first-time CM7 guests
Cost & Registration
Everyone is welcome! For more details or to register, please contact Vicki, Camp Registrar at registrar@campmark7.org.
Session: Sunday, August 2, 2026, 1:00 p.m. – Friday, August 14, 2026, 12:00 p.m.
Registration window: January 4, 2026 to June 30, 2026.
“My experience at CM7 cemented my decision to become an ASL interpreter. My signing improved tremendously, and I met incredible people along the way.”
Adira Koosis, NYC
(ASL & Deaf Culture Immersion Week Camper)
“CM7 helped me understand my Coda identity in just a few weeks in ways that might have taken years otherwise.”
Brendan, MD
(Coda Camper)
“Working as a counselor in the KODA program changed my life. The relationships and experiences I gained at CM7 are something I would never trade.”
Caleb Gunderson, CO
(Staff for KODA Camp)
“CM7 feels like my second home. The community, faith, and activities renew my spirit every time I attend.”
Doreen Simons, NY
(Deaf Bible Week Camper)
“CM7 embodies the values that sustain the Deaf community: leadership, fellowship, and a place that truly feels like home.”
Kelly, NY
“Being surrounded by other Codas at CM7 was powerful. For the first time, I didn’t have to explain my life, everyone already understood.”
Kelsey Carvalho, MA
(Coda Retreat Camper)
“CM7 has been part of my life since I was eight years old, and now my own children attend. The friendships, adventures, and memories from camp last a lifetime.”
Kristy N. White, MD
(Parent & Former Camper)
“My daughter’s first camp experience was CM7, and nothing else has compared since. She loves it so much we’re coming back for the fourth time—and I trust the camp so much I’m sending her on a plane alone next summer.”
Kevin Smith, IL
(Parent of Deaf Camper)
“CM7 nourishes a part of me that doesn’t exist anywhere else. It’s a place where Codas can simply be themselves and leave feeling renewed.”
Leah Monson, WA
(Coda Retreat Camper)
“My favorite memory is the closing campfire. Everyone shares what camp meant to them, and it really shows how strong the bonds are. Plus, the s’mores!”
Lucas Harucki, TX
(KODA Camper)
“Our son has thrived at CM7, gaining confidence, independence, and friendships while building a stronger connection to the Deaf community.”
Steve & Jerry Guiffra-Lovi, NY
(Parents of Camper)
“The Coda Retreat at CM7 is validating, heartfelt, and unforgettable. It’s a rare place where everyone simply understands.”
Zach, MD
(Coda Retreat Camper)
Join the Adventure!
Spots fill fast — register today and make this summer unforgettable.