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Camp Sherwin
Camp Sherwin is your destination for family fun and unforgettable weekends!
Each weekend features exciting themed activities for all ages. Whether you’re looking to relax or explore, there’s something for everyone: enjoy our heated in-ground swimming pool, splash pad, jumping air pillow, Gaga pit, volleyball courts, kickball/soccer field, catch-and-release fishing pond, and bluff access to beautiful Lake Erie.
Be sure to check out our 2025 Activities Schedule for all the fun we have planned!
And remember—the camping season doesn’t end in summer! Take advantage of our off-season rates for cabins, RVs, and tents. Bathhouses remain open through November 1st. Plus, Camp Sherwin is open year-round with Harrington Hall, Shaper House, and all three pond cabins available, each offering full amenities for your comfort.
To learn more, contact us at 814-774-9416 or [email protected]
4th of July Weekend
4th of July Weekend – July 4-6
Show your stars and stripes at the DJ Ray Lazerganza light show! Win big with the 50/50 raffle and get creative with patriotic crafts. Decorate your camp site to compete in our decorating contest!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6/25 | 7/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/04/25 - 07/06/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Boo!! Halloweekend
OCTOBER 24-26 BOO!! HALLOWEEKEND
BOO! Get spooky with our Halloween themed weekend. Participate in our camp site decorating contest and dress up in your favorite costume to compete in our very first costume contest! Continue the celebration with paper plate pumpkins and a spooky spider web craft!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 10/27/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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10/24/25 - 10/26/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Bubbles and Balloons
July 11 – 13 BUBBLES AND BALLOONS
Pop! Pop! Pop! Our very first Bubbles & Balloons weekend is here! With Balloons by Nat you can
have your very own balloon flower, monkey, penguin, or bear & so much more! See what it looks
like from inside a bubble with our kiddie pool bubble activity!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6/25 | 6/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/11/25 - 07/13/25
Camp Reservation Required - Su,Fr,Sa
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Registration Closed |
Car Cruise
JUNE 27-29 CAR CRUISE
Know a vintage car lover? Are you one yourself? Our Car Cruise-in is back, & we are celebrating! Weekend activities include our Car Show, Vendors, Concessions, DJ, Basket Raffle, 50/50’s and so much more!
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/27/25 | 11/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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06/27/25 - 06/29/25
No Registration Required
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Register |
Christmas in July
JULY 25 – 27 CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Santa Claus is coming to town at Camp Sherwin’s Christmas in July celebration. Get into the Christmas spirit with our site decorating contest. We will have cookie decorating, ornament making
and then decorate your own gingerbread house “to-go” box to fill with your decorated cookies! Join Santa for a ride around camp in our Christmas bike parade.
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6/25 | 7/28/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/25/25 - 07/27/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Fishing Derby and RC Car Challenge
June 21- Fishing Derby and RC Car Challenge
Gone fishing? Join us for our annual Camp Sherwin Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 21st. Celebrate your biggest catch with our fishing-themed crafts and temporary tattoos! Trophies given for the BIGGEST fish caught. Vroom-vroom-vroom as fast as you can through the adventurous trails here at Camp Sherwin in our first ever RC Car Challenge!
Check Availability and Book Online Here
Registration Information
Available Sessions
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06/21/25
Registration Required - Sa - 9:30 am - 3 hrs
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Register Closes 06/23/2025 |
Labor Day Weekend
AUGUST 29-31 LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Join us for the last weekend of our regular camping season. We will be celebrating Labor Day all weekend long! Book now to secure your holiday weekend spot!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 9/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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08/29/25 - 08/31/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Luau and Water Wars
AUGUST 1-3 LUAU AND WATER WARS
Aloha! Make a splash with our water balloon toss, limbo, and hoopla hoop contest! Join us to create your own floral lei’s and beachy charm bracelets!
Community Event: Dan Rice Days on main street in Girard. Live music, vendors, parade.
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 8/4/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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08/01/25 - 08/03/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Mad Scientist, Ooey Gooey
AUGUST 22-24 MAD SCIENTIST, OOEY GOOEY GOOP & SLIME
Science is fun! Enter the Camp Sherwin Lab and join us in fun experiments! Learn how to
create your very own slime, design your very own mini popsicle Mad Scientist to tag along throughout the weekend!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 8/25/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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08/22/25 - 08/24/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Outerspace Glow Weekend and Color Dance
AUGUST 15-17 OUTERSPACE GLOW WEEKEND AND COLOR DANCE
Blast off into our Outer Space Glow Weekend! DJ Ray will be back this weekend for a COLOR DANCE! Packets of cornstarch color will be sold at the event. Kids can create a paper plate glow in dark UFO! Among other Space crafts!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 8/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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08/15/25 - 08/17/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
S'mores and Bonfire
JULY 18-20 S’MORES AND BONFIRE
Do you love S’mores as much as we do!? Join us for our 3rd annual S’mores weekend! Stay cozy by the fireside with our big bonfire in the field with FREE s’mores kits! S’mores themed crafts for the kids!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6/25 | 7/21/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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07/18/25 - 07/20/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Serro Scotty Camper Weekend
JUNE 13-15 SERRO SCOTTY CAMPER WEEKEND
Are you a Scotty camper enthusiast? Come join us this weekend & meet up with the fellow campers who share in the appreciation of the Serro Scotty! Create your very own Scotty shaped wooden sign ($) with the adults craft! Craft it in the same style as your own camper, or create something completely new!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/27/25 | 11/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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06/13/25 - 06/15/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |
Treasure Hunt & Lake St. Mile Long Yard Sale
AUGUST 8-10 TREASURE HUNT & LAKE ST. MILE LONG YARD SALES
Embark on A THRILLING adventure this weekend! Upon checking in you will receive a check-list of items to discover throughout Camp Sherwin! Bring it back to the office completed to retrieve
your treasure! Carry on the hunt for hidden gems at the 54th Mile Long Yard Sale in Lake City!
NOTE: Camp reservation required to participate.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9/25 | 8/11/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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08/08/25 - 08/10/25
Su,Fr,Sa
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Register |