Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center
Quinipet Camp & Retreat Center is an accredited Methodist sleepaway camp on Shelter Island welcoming campers of all backgrounds and faiths. The camp offers traditional activities including waterfront time, arts and crafts, and adventure periods, alongside a highly popular sailing program taught by experienced instructors using boats ranging from OPTI Trainers to American 18s. Overnight sessions run Sunday-Saturday across eight weeks from June 28 to August 22, 2026, with weekly rates of $1,360 for traditional camp and $1,460 for sailing. Campers are housed by age and gender in air-conditioned cabins and participate in elective-based activity schedules, spiritual vespers, and cabin bonding time.
8-16 (Traditional), 9-16 (Sailing)
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