According to the agency website: "The Double H Ranch, located in New York’s Adirondack Park, is a demonstration of the commitment and generosity of philanthropist Charles R. Wood and actor Paul Newman. Since the Double H officially opened its doors on July 4, 1993, it has served over 20,000 children dealing with life-threatening illnesses from around the world. It was the second “Hole in the Wall Camp” in what has become a worldwide network of not-for-profit recreational and therapeutic experiences for children with serious illness.
The Double H Ranch is located in Lake Luzerne, New York, in the beautiful Adirondack Park. We are approximately 215 miles north of New York City, NY, approximately 220 miles from Boston, MA, and approximately 174 miles south of Montreal, Quebec.
Our facility resides on 320 acres of land with waterfront access to Lake Vanare. Our facilities include camper cabins that are able to accommodate 126 campers, staff cabins that are able to accommodate a total of 125 staff members and volunteer cabins that are able to accommodate 50 volunteers. Program areas include an indoor and outdoor pool, a high ropes course, archery, horseback riding and pasture, picnic pavilion, stage area, dining hall, Arts & Crafts building/ski chalet, and various other outdoor spaces used for recreational play and opportunities to explore nature."
Special note: The Double H Ranch is currently partnering with the IRRC in a Mentored Inclusion Coaching process to enhance usability and inclusivity of both physical and social aspects at the agency. Many practices are in the process of undergoing changes and will be updated as necessary.
Year Round Camp Serving Children With Life Threatening And/Or Chronic Illness And Their Families Through Supportive And Inclusive Camp Programming And Activities.
High ropes course, low ropes course, fishing, swimming, boating, arts and crafts, archery, horse riding, talent shows, skiing, snowboarding, science activities, music, camping, outdoor activities, sports and many other recreation activities.
Around the campfire at the ropes course
Woodly Field kickball game
Easy Seat adaptive climbing rig