About Camp Foundations

 

 

Our Purpose

 

Our purpose at Foundations is to serve the children and parents of Oswego and its surrounding areas by offering children a well-rounded Christian day camp program that provides opportunities to learn new skills, teach and demonstrate morals, safely play sports and games, and take in fun camp experiences.
 

About Our Staff

 

 

DANNY OOSTDYK

Camp Codirector

Danny has a myriad of rich life experiences that he brings with him to Foundations. While not at camp, he works as the Youth Director for the CMA church in Oswego. He is also an entrepreneur, starting G & G Animals in 2008, which has became a USDA Licensed Zoo. Danny uses his animals for educational shows and birthday parties and as a Class II RVS Wildlife Rehabilitationist, is also active in helping wild animals. In the fall, he is an assistant coach for Boys Soccer at OHS and he has been very involved with Young Life. His time serving in the Army National Guard, gave him an interest in medicine and so he became an EMT and volunteered with SUNY Oswego’s S.A.V.A.C. Unit. He uses his experience with medical training, animals, and the military to bring unique learning experiences to campers

Our Mission

Together, Alyse and Danny are dedicated to creating a camp where every camper feels seen, valued, and encouraged to grow. Their mission is simple:

    •    Build confidence.

    •    Build community.

    •    Build foundations for life.

At Camp Foundations, Alyse and Danny strive to make every summer an unforgettable experience—full of growth, adventure, and lifelong memories.

 

ALYSE OOSTDYK

Health Director

Camp Co-Director | Nurse | Mom of Four

Alyse brings a unique blend of care, leadership, and vision to Camp Foundations. With a background as a nurse, she understands how to build environments where children feel safe, supported, and excited to explore.

Her passion for planning themed activities, nurturing confidence in kids, and creating community shines in every part of camp. As a mom of four, she brings warmth, creativity, and a deep understanding of what makes childhood experiences both memorable and meaningful.

Our Counselors

At Foundations, we understand that the quality of a camp is a direct reflection of the quality of the camp staff. For this reason, we take extreme care in the selection and training of our counselors. Our staff is committed to guide each child in a safe, caring, and personal way. They are composed of competent, energetic, and creative counselors with years of experience working with children. All of the staff undergo complete background checks and are supervised by a director and a counselor manager. We are here to serve, protect, and love your children!