Camp Oswego

What a pleasant experience!!! We reserved three months prior and reserved there private family cabin for Eid celebration! It was something we were looking forward to. Cabins were clean, and scenery was beautiful. We are first time campers and didn’t know what to expect, but That’s what made it more fun and relaxed and willing to expect the unexpected. The schedule may have been off based on what they had on the itinerary, but overall the staff did everything they can to accommodate our stay. The equipment such as tennis rackets, bikes, ping pong had some wear on them but were functional for those who wanted to try things for the first time. Our kids were very entertained with all the activities they had to offer for them. Loved the fact that my kids were safe and able to roam free all around the camp, They made friends right away. The second day of our stay was they most productive. The camp administrators were very nice and always made sure that we were ok. The reason it received four stars from me is the fact we didn’t follow the itinerary, Which caused a confusion as to what activity is next within the large group. Maybe a “welcome” group meeting to introduce everyone would of been nice to “break the ice” with our fellow brothers and sisters. Overall we are very happy and look forward to next year’s celebration here at Camp Oswego!

We drove From South Florida to camp Oswego for the first time, and it was well worth it.  Upon arrival, we felt quite at home.  The cabin was very clean, and private.  We were taken by surprise at the beauty, and scenery, Ma shaa Allah.  I live in one of the most organized and quite cities, and yet arriving here has given us another level of calm and serenity that was needed to unwind, and re-energize. The camp was very organized.  The food, nothing like other camps I’ve been to.  They have home cooked food, which is a blessing.  The serenity that you feel as you walk through the camp - the sky there is so beautiful and clear, it is so easy to be captivated by the beauty of the stars.  The camp fire, and marsh mellow roasting was a bliss, and the kids could not get enough.  The satisfaction you get from just walking the trails or sitting under the stars looking at the lake at sunset can only be experienced, for it cannot be put into words.  Enjoying daisies, taking a run through the trail, biking, or swimming in the lake, are some of the many activities that you can choose from. Watching eagles flying high in the sky, or chipmunks running around was just FUN!  Nature gives you the chance to just re-charge so you can move back to your daily life refreshed and ready to go.   The activities are very educational and fun.  I can go on and on, and on.  Needless to say, I cannot end this minimized version of a wonderful experience without giving a shout out to Rasha.  She is really amazing.  She has gone far and beyond to make us comfortable in every step of the way.  Running back and forth and never taking a moments rest to make sure that everything is perfect and running smoothly.   We are certainly planning to go back next year In shaa Allah, and maybe even have our family reunion there! Pictures don't do this place justice!  Thank you for a wonderful summer break! My kids have told me they made life long friends at the camp.  They didn’t want to leave.

My family and I had an amazing weekend. Multiple fun activities, beautiful camp fires, delicious home cooked meals! The owners were very kind and great hosts! Definitely coming back!

Our group just spent four days at Camp Oswego last week and it was a great experience. The camp site was great with a masjid, beautiful lake, gymnasium, soccer fields, spacious cabins and cafeteria. The camp staff did their best to accommodate to our needs and wants from the moment we first contacted them all the way up until our departure. We are grateful for the experience and look forward to building more memories in this blessed camp.

A total waste of money. We paid $600 for a private cabin, 2 adults and 2 kids, it was moldy and dirty! I would say the service and activities we got is worth something around $150 max. Don’t be deceived by the photos and videos they post on the internet. They are very disorganized. Most of the programs that were supposed to take place during our stay never happened. The indoor gym and all the amenities they have are either broken, disfunction or out of service including billiards, ping pong table...etc. The artchery was a joke. They only had one arrow for the whole group to practice with! Most of the bikes are either broken, or with no breaks and dirty, so if you are planing a family ride, just forget about it. There were no islamic lectures, reflection after Fajr prayer, Nasheed or group bonding whatsoever! every group tried on their own to mingle but there were no efforts done by the camp. They had Bouncy house for kids with NO supervision or camp counselor at all. Older kids literally jumped on younger ones. Two kids got hurt and had a bloody nose. The cabin was moldy and dirty to say the least. As for the food, I’m not going to comment because some found it inedible others said it can pass, I have to say that we left after 24 hours as we couldn’t stay for another day. I would never recommend it for anyone. PS. The owner and his family were there, they never apologized for not sticking to the program or for the broken amenities. They are a nice family but when it comes to business, they really needed to be more honest with their communications. They sent us email with videos that included a fully functioning place, the truth was different.