Camp Bright Star - 123501

Camp Bright Star is a summer camp for children and teens with special needs ages 6 and older. The camp is partially funded by the New York State Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. (OPWDD) Camper disabilities range from speech impaired, learning disabled, and developmentally disabled (i.e. down syndrome, autism). Campers are divided into five age-appropriate groups. Applicants must be able to function in a group environment without one-to-one assistance.

DATES AND TIMES
The camp runs for a six-week period in the summer after the end of
the school year. Camp is held Tuesday June 30th through Friday
August 7th (No camp July 3rd) from 9:00AM to 2:30PM.

FEE
The cost is $345 with a Recreation ID Card and $790 without the card. The card, which only Town of Huntington residents can purchase, is $15 for disabled residents as well as 13 and older. For children under 13, parents can purchase a card that covers all of their children at a cost of $40. The card is good for two years and can be used to obtain discounts at Town facilities and programs. The card is available at the Town of Huntington Parks and Recreation Department and the Dix Hills Ice Rink.

REGISTRATION
Registration by mail starts in March for returning campers. New applicants must attend an interview (held in May) with the camp director to determine if the camp is appropriate. It should be noted that preference is given to Huntington Residents. Campers are permitted to come to camp for any length of time although fees will not be prorated. The application process includes a medical form that must be completed by a physician. A photo of the camper must also be provided. If your child will be taking any medications at camp, a copy of each prescription must be given to the camp nurse the first day of the program.

Click Here to Register for Camp Brightstar beginning 4/2/2026

Click here for the 2026 Camp Brightstar Application

WOW Program

The Social Program Without Walls has been in operation for over ten (15) years and is for adventuresome, independent adults with developmental disabilities, age 21 and above, who are interested in making friends and socializing with their peers. Participants visit local restaurants, recreation establishments, i.e. bowling alleys and movies, or go to shows, concerts, sporting events and museums both locally and in New York City. Members are expected to assist in selecting and organizing activities. Transportation is not provided. Most often participants meet directly at the program sites, public transportation is utilized for some meetings.

Teen and Young Program

Saturdays teen and young program is an inclusive social program for teens and young adults. Participants will engage in social-emotional promoting activities like music therapy, structured arts and crafts, movies, bingo, bowling and more. The purpose of the program is to give the participants a risk-free and sensory sensitive environment to socialize with their peers, while enjoying preferred activities. Once registered, participants are free to come as often as they choose.

Saturday Program

This program is geared for adults, 16 years of age thru adulthood. Applicants must be independent in personal care areas. The recreation program involves such activities as sports, a bowling tournament, socializing with friends, arts & crafts, viewing movies, and adult coloring. A program schedule is distributed each month. Participants must bring lunch and a beverage. Professional staff in special education & recreation direct the program.

Click here for the Without Walls registration form

Click here for the Saturday Program registration form

Please contact Nancy at 631-351-3103 to set up an interview for first time participants.