NJ Summer Camp Fairs 2015 Program Booklet Did you miss our January camp fairs and not get our booklet? No worries! Just download and print! Or Go to the Tab above, click Camps, then the name of the camp. For many of the camps you will be able to go directly to their website. No more Internet searching. Read more about all the camps who participated in the NJ Camp Fairs held in January 2015-including contact information and summaries about each camp! Feel free to print the entire booklet so it will be at your fingertips. Searching the web is fine, but here are 50 pages of camps in NJ and beyond! Tell these camps you found them on our camp fair website! Email us at sensationalsummers@gmail.com to get on our E-blast list so you don’t miss our January 2016 NJ Camp Fairs! Ability School Summer Program Address: 75 Knickerbocker Road Englewood, NJ 07481 Telephone: 201-871-8808 E-mail: info@abilityschoolnj.org Website: www.abilityschoolnj.org Director(s): Joan Marrazzo Coed day academic camp, ages 4-13 Would you like your child to enjoy a summer of learning and fun? At Ability School Summer Camp, kids aged 4-13 stay enriched and productive with academic instruction in the mornings and enjoy great camp activities every afternoon. Campers enjoy one field trip each week and one afternoon at the pool. Crafts and outdoor explorations are always part of the fun. Two to seven week sessions available from June 29th through August 14th, 9 am to 4 pm . Academy at Basking Ridge Country Club Address: 185 Madisonville Road, PO BOX 434 Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Telephone: 908-766-8200 X112 E-mail: ddemarrais@baskingridgecc.com Website: www.baskingridgecc.com Director(s): Sue and Tom Delaney, Head PGA Pros Coed day, sports and golf, beginners to advanced, ages 7-16 Our Half-Day Junior Golf Camps are designed to teach the golfer all aspects of the golf swing and its application to the course. Grouped by abilities, PGA Professionals will teach putting, chipping, full swing and specialty shots. Full-Day Junior Golf Camps are designed for the more eager golfers who desire a comprehensive golf program A team of PGA Professionals will cover everything from short game swing, full swing and putting mechanics to reading greens and golf course management. Fundamental movement drills, similar swing mechanics, history of the game, as well as rules and regulations and golf etiquette will be taught through games that will inspire your golfer. Lunch at the pool snack bar is available and afternoon swim break is included during lunch break. Aspen Ice at Flemington Address: 426 Case Boulevard Flemington, NJ 08822 Telephone: 908-237-1423 E-mail: party@aspenice.net Camp Awosting and Chinqueka Winter Address: 176 Migeon Avenue Torrington, CT 06790 Director(s): Katie Hannemann Summer Address: PO BOX 355 Bantam, CT 06750 Coed day, sports and traditional program, ages 3-14 Telephone: 860-567-9678 Website: www.aspenice.net E-mail: pauline@awosting.com Beat the heat this summer with our 2015 Learn to Skate Camp at Aspen, conveniently located off of Route 202 in Flemington, NJ! Join us for just one week or all ten weeks of figure skating, hockey and multi-sport fun with our trained and certified staff. Busy schedule? No problem! You have the choice of signing up to stay for half of the day or the whole day. We also offer before care, after care or both if you need it. Keep in mind our snack bar inside the rink is open for you throughout the day! Web site: www.mysummerfamily.com Director(s): Pauline Jepson; Kris Ebner Martin Traditional brother/sister resident, ages 6-16 Looking for tradition? We’ve been camping since 1900. We’re America’s oldest, private, continuously operating camp. Awosting and Chinqueka are private residential summer camps located in the rolling hills of Connecticut's Litchfield County. Our camp program is for ages 6 through 16. We offer 2, 4, 6 and 8 week sessions throughout the summer. We also offer a “Rookie week” from Aug 9th – August 15th. Our program includes morning swim lessons and afternoon electives at over fifty activities including; drama, dance, music, go-karts, mini-bikes, waterskiing, tennis, golf, soccer, journalism, archery, martial arts, gymnastics, woodworking, fencing, climbing tower with 1000ft zip line, ceramics, and more. The camps have been ACA accredited since 1962. We are a short two hour drive from the NJ area. New campers thrive in our relaxed family atmosphere and enjoy the freedom of daily electives. Come join our family! Be Lingual Address: 349 Third Street, Suite 104 Jersey City, NJ 07302 Telephone: 908-598-8088 E-mail: admin@belingulalanguages.com Web site: www. belingulalanguages.com Director(s): Isabelle Bonneau Coed, day language camp 3-7 years Bergen Community College, Kid and Teens Program Address: 400 Paramus Road, TEC 115J Paramus, NJ 07652 Telephone: 201-447-7488 E-mail: ContinuingEd@bergen.edu Website: www.Bergen.edu/kidsandteens Director(s): Paul F. Ragusa Coed day, ages 7-17 Be Lingual “Spanish Fun, Friends & Discoveries Summer Camps” are designed to ignite and nurture the creativity of young children through a world of traditional stories, fairy tales, and songs in Spanish. Under the caring guidance of our native speaking instructors, our camps provide a safe and fun environment where children learn to express themselves in Spanish through song, role play, puppets, skits, games, light cooking and arts and crafts. Parents are part of this stimulating experience as they follow their children’s progress through videos, weekly newsletters and pictures and attend a final performance in Spanish! Prior exposure to the language is not necessary. The Be Lingual Team The School of Continuing Education at Bergen Community College is proud to offer its Kids and Teens Summer Program again this year. Each year we offer new and exciting classes, in addition to old favorites. And this year we are proud to announce that we are expanding our program to 7 weeks! Many of the kids who participate in our program return year after year, since they have such enjoyable experiences. Classes will run Monday through Friday from June 30th through August 15th. You can choose to send your child to camp for one week, selected weeks, or the entire seven weeks. You can also choose from our Fun Fridays selection, if that better suits your needs. The classes might be full days, 9 am – 4 pm, or half days, 9 am – 12 pm or 1 pm – 4 pm. We also offer Before Care and After Care, as well as lunch time supervision. Please take a look at our catalog by clicking on the Kids and Teens Catalog on the left. We hope to see your child this summer. Registration begins: March 1, 2014. Camp Berger Winter Address: 3 Broad Street Weston, CT 06883 Branchburg Sports Complex Address: 47 Readington Road Branchburg, NJ 08876 Telephone: 908-203-1600 Summer Address: 134 Wahnee Road Winchester Center, CT 06094 E-mail: info@branchburgsports.com Telephone: 203-557-3339 Director(s): Dan Leary E-mail: CampBerger@gmail.com Coed day camp, ages 3-12 years old Website: www.CampBerger.com Director(s): Lyn & Chris Kimberly Coed resident camp, ages 8-16 years old Camp Berger is a co-ed summer overnight camp for ages 8-16. We offer a wide variety of activities including Archery, Arts & Crafts, Sailing, Fishing, Canoeing, Forest Golf, Rocketry, Rafting, Sports & more…7 weekly sessions from June 28th to August 15th. One of the best values in overnight summer camps in New England Website: www.branchburgsports.com Branchburg Sports Complex hosts a variety of funfilled day camps to keep kids ages 3 to 14 busy all summer long! Our camps feature exciting weekly themes and action-packed activities including laser tag, field games, arts & crafts, arcade games, day trips and much more. Your children will enjoy high energy activities from morning until afternoon under the guidance of our professionally trained and funloving staff. BSC offers half day and full day options, plus pre-camp and after-camp care. Multiweek discounts are available. Visit www.branchburgsports.com for more information or call 908-203-1600. Brightest Star Performing Arts Camps Address: 16 Ridgedale Avenue Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927 Telephone: 973-829-1973 E-mail: brighteststarschool@hotmail.com Website: www.brighteststarschoolofperformingarts.com Brown Ledge Camp Winter Address: 25 Wilson Street Burlington, VT 05401 Summer Address: 71 Brown Ledge Road Colchester, VT 05446 Telephone: 802-862-2442 X1 E-mail: kim@brownledge.com Director(s): Beth Vecchio Website: www.brownledge.org Coed Performing Arts, day & resident, grades 6-12 Director(s): Bill and Kathy Neilsen Girls resident, ages 10-17 years old Brightest Star Musical Theatre Workshops, for grades 6-12, are ONE-WEEK opportunities for those who love the performing arts. Each unique sleep away program features daily classes in voice, acting and dance along with rehearsals for the final production which is a Broadway-title fully produced show with costumes, sets and props. Campers room in quads, have three meals per day, plus snacks and participate in recreational activities such as the beach, swimming, mini-golf, bowling, movies and nature walks. Venues are selected with the utmost care and security is first priority! The owner is in attendance at all times at all venues. The staff is comprised of working theatre professionals and NJ certified teachers! A different show is produced at each camp. Additionally, we offer day programs at our Morristown location. Brown Ledge Camp is a residential, sleep-away, girls camp on Lake Champlain near Burlington, Vermont with four and eight week summer sessions. For 89 years, we have offered a unique elective activity program with excellent instruction in horsemanship, theatre arts, water and field sports. Here campers, ages 10-17, may choose their own program throughout each day, without having to "sign-up." They may visit any activity they wish, when they wish, and stay for as long as they wish. Couple this with fun, friendships, a feeling of ownership in the camp community, and a lasting sense of accomplishment, and you have the makings of a great summer! Buehler Challenger & Science Center Address: 400 Paramus Road, Lot C Paramus, NJ 07652 Telephone: 201-251-8589 Campus Kids Summer Camps Winter Address: P. O. BOX 8 Madison, NJ 07940 E-mail: missionservices@bcsc.org Summer Address: Blairstown, NJ; Port Jervis, NY Website: www.bcsc.ort Telephone: 973-845-9260 Director(s): Kathie Klein E-mail: info@campuskids.com Coed day space and science camp, Pre K through high school Website: www.campuskids.com Take a space adventure at the Buehler Challenger & Science Center’s Space Camp. Campers have the opportunity to use high tech spacecraft simulators to travel to the Moon, Mars and beyond. Launch rockets, design landers, futuristic cars, Moon and Mars bases, while preparing for their Mission to Space. Camps are available for all age groups beginning with Pre-k through High School. Campers enjoy pre-flight training and hands on science labs, bringing excitement to science and technology. From Lit-off to landing, campers are challenged, motivated, and inspired, while having a BLAST!!!! Director(s): Tom Riddleberger Jani Brokaw Coed resident, (weekday, home on the weekends), ages 7-15 Campus Kids is the WEEKDAY SLEEP-AWAY CAMP -- Monday through Friday at camp and home with the family on weekends, transportation included. The perfect way to start sleep-away camp. 2, 4, 6 and 8week sessions. Each camper chooses his/her own activities every day. Sports, fine arts, performing arts, aquatics, nature, adventure. Counselors (all college age and older) are fun, safety-conscious and focus on each camper’s needs. Choose from two locations. Campus Kids-NJ, in rural Warren County on the amazing campus of Blair Academy (independent boarding school). Campus Kids-Minisink (on the NYNJ border) on 500 beautiful wooded acres with cabin villages and lakes. Ask about our sport specialties in ultimate Frisbee, squash, tennis and softball. Weekend travel program also available for campers 12 and older. Private tours given year-round at camp, by appointment on weekends. 2015 is our 25th summer! ACA- Accredited. www.campuskids.com 973845-9260 Centercourt Performance Sports Academy Camps Address: 184 Flanders-Netcong Road Flanders, NJ 07836 Telephone: 973-635-1222 E-mail: matt@centercourtclub.com Website: www.centercourtacademy.com Director(s): Clay Bibbee Coed day, ages 6-16 Unleash the champion inside you. Start living your dream! After producing tennis champions on a junior, collegiate, and professional level, Centercourt Performance Sports Academy has developed a world-class coaching team to deliver the same level of excellence in soccer, lacrosse, and basketball programs. All you need is a love for the game, desire to get better, and discipline to work hard. Leave the rest to us to provide the tools to improve your skills and become a complete athlete in your sport. Join Centercourt Performance Sports Academy this summer and discover what makes us the Northeast’s premier sports training destination! Champion Day Camp Address: 175 West Clarkstown Road New City, NY 10956 Telephone: 800-755-1004 E-mail: info@championdaycamp.com Web site: www.championdaycamp.com Director(s): Greg Pinkham Traditional/All Sports/Baseball, ages 3-15 _______________________________________ Champion Day Camp is a private facility located in Rockland County, NY. Door to Door transportation, lunch buffet, towel service, shirts and bags are all included in the program. The All Activity Day Camp for ages 3 to 15 incorporates age appropriate activities with Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Sports, Ropes Courses, Special Events, Elective Choices and more. The All-Sports Academy for ages 7 to 15 includes coaching and instruction in a variety of sports including Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Street Hockey. There are daily electives (Swimming, Go-Karts, Mini Golf, Skateboarding, etc.) and concentrations on particular sports. Chatham Day Camp Camp Cody Address: 700 Shunpike Road Chatham, NJ 07928 Telephone: 974-410-0400 E-mail: camp@chathamdayschool.org Web site: www. chathamdayschool.org Director(s): Heather Wampole Coed day, ages 2.5-4th grade _______________________________________ Chatham Day School Camps CDS Hawks Sports Camps * Preschool – 4th * June 15 – 18 and 22 -25 * 9 am – 1 pm Build confidence and good sportsmanship; become a better player and an inspired athlete. Activities target hand/eye coordination, balance, agility and movement -- key factors in an athlete’s early development. 7:1 ratio. Campers enjoy different games daily. Chatham Day CAMP * Preschool – 1st * Weekly, July 6 – July 31 * 9 am – 1 pm Themed and interactive learning activities are structured, nurturing and fun! Campers may attend one, two, or more of the four weeks we offer. Winter Address: 1 Washington Street, Suite 106 Dover, NH 03836 Summer Address: 9 Cody Road Freedom, NH 03836 Telephone: 603-539-4997 E-mail: info@campcody.com Website: www.campcody.com Director(s): Philip Ross Coed day & resident, ages 7-17 Camp Cody is a premier New Hampshire summer camp that dates back to 1926 nestled on the sandy beaches of beautiful Lake Ossipee. A traditional summer camp for both boys and girls, campers range in an age from seven to sixteen, spend either two or four weeks at Cody. While Camp Cody's facilities and location are terrific, we believe that it's our camp counselors that make the summer experience special. We have so many first-time camp families because of the emphasis we place on recruiting seasoned staff and outstanding Camp Moms. The Cody Community is a caring and supporting one, and our goal is to deliver a summer of fun and a lifetime of memories for every camper! Day Camp in the Park Deerkill Day Camp Winter Address: 6 Kendall Drive New City, NY 10956 Address: 54 Wilder Road Suffern, NY 10901 Summer Address: 556 Tiorati Brook Road Harriman, NY 10987 Telephone: 845-354-1466 Telephone: 845-638-2515 Website: www.deerkilldaycamp.com E-mail: dcitp1979@gmail.com Director(s): Todd Rothman Web site: www.daycampinthepark.com Coed day camp, ages 3-15 Director(s): Ken Glotzer Coed day camp, ages 4-15 Located on a magnificent 500 acre nature preserve on majestic Lake Tiorati, (minutes from your home) DCITP is the only day camp that has its own 3 mile lake to learn boating, kayaking, and sailing. From art to archery, sailing to skateboarding, gymnastics, music and art centers, our campers have the opportunity to play and make friends in our remarkable “Garden of Eden” setting. Incredible facility – over 25 buildings, 3 beautiful ball fields. Competitive Fee – including door to door transportation Join us for a lifetime of memories, fun and adventure Licensed teachers lead every group and activity Own water park – complete with a trampoline, climbing walls, slides E-mail: office@deerkilldaycamp.com Deerkill Day Camp, celebrating its 58th season under the Rhodes family, is a smaller ACA-accredited day camp that offers a warm and supportive environment on a beautiful 15 acre campus. Our group leaders, the counselors who are with your children throughout the day, are mature adults. Deerkill offers a superb swimming program, team sports and a dozen specialty programs in the creative and performing arts. Our campers are from 3-15 and come to camp for a minimum of 2 weeks. Transportation is by air-conditioned minibus. Hot lunches, towels, supplies, trips and a weekend pool club are included. No tipping allowed. Deer Mountain Day Camp Camp Discovery Address: 63 Call Hollow Road Pomona, NY 10970 Winter Address: Fairleigh Dickinson University 1000 River Road, HD-H1-02 Teaneck, NJ 07666 Telephone: 845-354-2727 E-mail: info@deermountaindaycamp.com Website: www.deermountaindaycamp.com Director(s): Roberta Katz Carol Katz Coed day camp, ages 3-15 Summer Address: Madison, NJ Teaneck, NJ Telephone: 201-692-6500 E-mail: ceinfo@fdu.edu Website: www.fdu.edu/campdiscovery Director(s): Karen Nelson With 25 acres, a lake, 6 pools, 7 tennis courts, 7,000’ sq dining hall, 1,000’ sq performing arts center, courts, fields and cabins for sports and fine arts, Deer Mountain offers a transformative setting that is as beautiful as it is well appointed. Smart, authentic leadership and experienced staff create an environment where kids ages 3 to 15 feel comfortable to be who they are. Expert instructors create engaging, high quality programs so kids develop real skills. Parents choose Deer Mountain because of their experience; kids love us because of theirs. Family owned for 58 years. Door to Door Private A/C Transportation, Hot Lunch & Snacks, Towel Service included. Coed day camp, Entering 1st grade-Entering 9th grade Camp Discovery is a fun and exciting state-licensed day camp for children in grades 1-7. At Camp Discovery, you will find a traditional camp experience with an emphasis on enrichment activities. Activities include Science, Swimming (Madison only), Musical Theater, World Games/Discovery, Arts-n-Crafts, and Sports. Fun field trips and special events are offered each week. Our professional and caring certified teachers and counselors will ensure children have a great summer making friends, having fun and learning more about their world. A leadership program for 8th and 9th graders is also available, featuring workshops, recreation and leadership skill development. Join us for a summer of friendship, exploration and fun! Camp Eagle Hill Eagle’s Landing Day Camp Winter Address: 33 Barclay Road Scarsdale, NY 10583 Address: 74 Davidson Mill Road North Brunswick, NJ 08902 Summer Address: P.O. BOX 12, White Oak Road Elizaville, NY 12523 Telephone: 732-821-9155 Telephone: 914-725-4876 Website: www. eagleslandingdaycamp.com E-mail: summer@campeaglehill.com Director(s): Barry Wasserman Website: www.campeaglehill.com Coed day camp, ages 3-15 E-mail: info@eagleslandingdaycamp.com Director(s): Jesse Scherer Coed resident, ages 6-16 Camp Eagle Hill is a beautiful and modern 200 acre facility just 90 miles north of New York City in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains. Our facilities include: a beautiful lake, 2 pools, 2 baseball fields, 2 soccer fields, 5 basketball courts, 8 tennis courts, 3 volleyball courts, a hockey rink, large multi-purpose gym, a tremendous recreation hall/canteen, a large Arts Center, a Games building, go-karts, archery area, dance studio, climbing tower and zip line area, gymnastics pavilion, mountain biking trails, a beautiful overnights campsite and more… We offer a well rounded program with a balance of group and individually selected activities. Our large adult Staff allows us to offer excellent supervision and instruction. Small camp groups at Eagle Hill make for extra attention and care for individual campers. Many large indoor areas help to eliminate any rainy day problems! Most important, we have a Directorship that will know and care for your child and help him/her to enjoy a great camp experience! Call for an in-home presentation or visit us at our facility. We are available to speak with you at any time. Eagle’s Landing Day Camp offers a unique, varied program that can be tailored to your child’s interests. Our campers are involved in programs that include: Making new friends, tennis, swimming instruction, arts and crafts, zip line, baking, mini golf, cooking, eating a hot, nutritious lunch every day, laughing, tball, singing, dramatics, dancing, launching a rocket, making jewelry, hockey, painting, going down the water slide, basketball, archery, DDR, ceramics, soccer, tools n tech, digital photography, hiking, mad science, wearing sun screen, digital scrapbooking, kickball, cheerleading, skateboarding, wood shop, splashing in the water park and so much more! If you would like more information about the most fun camp in town please contact us at RuthAnn@EaglesLandingDayCamp.com or call us at 732-821-9155. ESF Camps at Lawrenceville School Winter Address: 750 East Haverford Road Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Summer Address: The Lawrenceville School 2500 Main Stree RT 206 North Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 ESF Technology Camps Winter Address: 750 East Haverford Road Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Summer Address: The Lawrenceville School 2500 Main Street RT 206 North Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Telephone: 609-896-0606 Telephone: 609-896-0606 E-mail: info@esfcamps.com E-mail: info@esfcamps.com Website: www.esfcamps.com Website: www.esfcamps.com Director(s): Ed and Sue Fleming Director(s): Nicole Rahl Coed day academic, ages 8-14 Coed day traditional, academic, sports, ages 4-16 ESF offers a unique assortment of customized camps that appeal to children of all ages with varied interests. We have filled our camps with the perfect blend of education, sports, and fun. Whether you are searching for a fun-filled camp experience with a variety of exciting, hands-on activities; an action-packed, multi-sports camp; or a camp designed to broaden the horizons of the older camper, there is no doubt that you will find an ESF camp that will spark the imagination and ignite the adventurous spirit in your child! Check out our new Major Camp. Campers choose their own path, selecting their FAVORITE MAJOR from a broad range of options. Then, they spend three weeks immersed in that program, LEARNING and CHALLENGING themselves to solve thoughtprovoking questions in an environment where “HANDS-ON” is an understatement. ESF offers a unique group of specialty camp experiences for ages 8-14: Technology Majors Introduction to 3D Printing Robotics 101 Junior Robotics Robotics Team League Digital Animation Digital Photography Experience Digital Video Production Games Design 101 Minecraft Minecraft for Kids Introduction to Minecraft The Science of Roller Coasters with Minecraft Minecraft Missions Game Design w/ Project Spark 3D Game Design w/Portal 2: puzzles, traps and mazes The Experiment in International Living Address: 1 Kipling Road Brattleboro, VT 05302 Farmstead Adventure Camp Address: 221 Rocktown Lambertville Road Lambertville, NJ 08530 Telephone: 609-651-5991 Telephone: 1-800-345-2929 Email: info@fulperfarms.com E-mail: experiment@worldlearning.org Website: www.fulperfarms.com Website: www.experiment.org Director(s): Breanna Fulper Director(s): Aaron Morehouse Coed Day Camp, ages 5-13 Coed travel abroad camp, ages 14-18 A Real Farm Adventure Since 1932, The Experiment in International Living has provided 3, 4, and 5-week summer abroad programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country. Students are challenged to explore the host country through hands-on experiences in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme. Programs are designed to equip students not only with essential cultural and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit. Each year, hundreds of Experimenters come away from their summer abroad with invaluable new skills, connections, awareness, and knowledge to thrive—and lead—in diverse, intercultural environments. Join our farm family for the week and make memories that last a lifetime! For the last 9 years, we have provided the ultimate “fun on the farm” day camp. We have a passion for youth and strive to deliver an unforgettable, rewarding, and refreshing hands-on dairy farm experience. Participants will soak up the fresh farm air, learn where their milk and dairy products come from, experience real daily farm chores, and care for their own calf; all while having a blast! Activities include: * hayrides and nature walks * see a cow give birth * lead, wash, clip and show your own calf * scavenger hunts and dairy jeopardy * obstacle course and water games * make homemade ice cream, butter, milkshakes * milk a cow, see our milking parlor and facilities * make homemade milk paint for crafts Fernbrook Farms Summer Camp French Woods Enrichment Center Winter Address: PO BOX 228 Bordentown, NJ 08505 Summer Address: 142 Bordentown-Georgetown Road Chesterfield, NJ 08515 Telephone: 609-298-4028 Email: Brian@fernbrookfarms.com Website: www.fernbrookeducation.org Director(s): Brian Kuser Coed Day Camp, ages 5-14 Fernbrook Farms is NJ’s premiere nature camp engaging campers by exploring the complex interconnectedness of our natural world on our 230acre farm. Through hands-on activities, campers are inspired to pursue their natural curiosities in our creek, meadow, pond, forest, and more! At Fernbrook, your kids might get a little dirty; to be honest, they are going to get dirty for sure, but that’s what happens when kids are truly active and experience nature personally! We offer day camp for 5-14 yr olds and overnight camping for the 12-14 yr olds. Typical Day is 8:30am-4pm with extended care and transportation available. Address: PO BOX 640 Hancock, NY 13783 Telephone: 607-637-CAMP E-mail: info@frenchwoodsenrichment.com Web site: www.frenchwoodsenrichment.com Director: Nigel Watson Coed resident, ages 12-17 French Woods Enrichment Center (FWE) is a premier Northeastern Summer Camp located in the Catskill Mountains of New York State, just 2.5 hours from New York City. We attract campers aged 12-17 from throughout the US and around the world. FWE has multiple sessions offering tremendous flexibility to all families where campers can attend for 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks. All of our session combinations are listed below. FWE campers can choose from traditional and not-sotraditional summer camp activities with exceptional programs offered in sports, arts, technology, circus, rock music, dance, theatre, watersports, equestrian, communications, magic, role playing games, and academic enrichment. With outstanding modern facilities unequalled in camping, strong elective program options and a highly qualified and experienced staff, FWE is an excellent choice when considering summer camps. French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts Winter Address: PO BOX 770100 1879 University Drive Coral Springs, FL 33077-0100 Frost Valley YMCA Address: 2000 Frost Valley Road Claryville, NY 12725 Telephone: 845-985-2291 X 301 Summer Address: 350 Bouchoux Brook Road Hancock, NY 13783 E-mail: campdirector@frostvalley.org Telephone: 800-634-1703 Director(s): Dan Weir E-mail: admin@frenchwoods.com Coed resident, ages 7-16; also Special Needs Website: www.frostvalley.org Web site: www.frenchwoods.com Director: Ron Schaefer Coed performing arts resident, ages 7-17 French Woods is one of the largest and most comprehensive performing and visual arts training centers for children in the world. Located on a private lake in the western Catskills of New York State, French Woods attracts campers from throughout the U.S. and around the world. We offer specialty programs in music, theatre, dance, circus, art, magic, rock, video, tech theatre (lighting, sound, set design, stagecraft), sports, tennis, waterfront, and horseback riding for three, six, nine or twelve week sessions. Major and minor activities, are combined in a sixperiod day – the major, which is primarily instructional, being chosen at the beginning of each session and the minor, which can be recreational or instructional, being chosen on a day-to-day basis. Perform in a Broadway show with full orchestra, play another camp in soccer, basketball or baseball, fly on the high trapeze, produce your own movie, record original music, make a stained glass window, ride a horse, dance in a ballet, play in the symphony, water ski, play tennis or jam with a rock band. All these activities and more are available at French Woods Festival. The Catskill Mountains are famous for their pristine beauty and natural resources. Frost Valley YMCA’s 6,000 acres of forests, fields, meadows, and streams make it an ideal location for the ultimate summer camp experience. Each morning, campers and staff awake surrounded by the magnificent beauty of the valley. It’s the perfect setting to foster memories that will last a lifetime. Frost Valley YMCA’s summer camp unites traditional camping with innovative programs, focusing on building and maintaining healthy lifestyles and reflects the interests and needs of a dynamic camp community. This community is an exciting mix of cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. Fundamentals Sports Camp Address: 26 Heatherwood Lane Bedminster, NJ 07921 Telephone: 973-632-6122 E-mail: info@funsports.com Website: www.funsportscamp.com Director(s): Greg Bartiromo Coed day, sports camp, ages 5-12 At Fundamentals Sports Camp, children learn the skills and concepts for a variety of sports including baseball, softball, flag football, basketball, golf, and other fun games such as dodge ball and Ultimate Frisbee. It is the curriculum “off the field,” however that sets Fundamentals apart from other sports day camps. Daily classroom lessons engage campers in a variety of topics, including current events in sports, character development, and sportsmanship, accepting others for their strengths and weaknesses, and choosing proper role models. Lessons also reinforce the values of teamwork and commitment, essential elements for success in sports and in life. At Fundamentals Sports Camp, it's not about how good you are in sports, it's about how good of a sport you are! Gesher Summer Camp Address: 110 South Orange Avenue Livingston, NJ 07039 Telephone: 862-437-8111 E-mail: info@gesherfun.org Website: www.gesherfun.org Director(s): Scott Lanzman Coed day, traditional, religious emphasis, ages 3.5-16 The only Jewish American Camp Association accredited camp in all of Essex County, the Gesher Summer Camp is a nurturing environment that welcomes all Jewish children providing a safe, unique, fun filled, Jewish day camp experience. Campers experience top-rated activities like tennis, swimming, gymnastics, basketball and other sports, alongside such activities as drama, music, dance and cooking. Located on the beautiful 30-acre campus of the Joseph Kushner Hebrew Academy in Livingston, the entire indoor and outdoor campus is at our disposal. Door-to-door transportation on seat belted buses with professional drivers, daily kosher hot lunch and snacks, special events and programming are all included in this incredible summer experience. Reasonable rates with no hidden fees; numerous discounts available Global Leadership Adventures Address: 10509 San Diego Mission Road, Suite A San Diego, CA 92108 Telephone: 858-771-0645 E-mail: info@experiencegla.com Greenwood Trails Winter Address: 1075 Merrick Avenue Merrick, NY 11566 Website: www.experiencegla.com Summer Address: 390 Winchester Road Winsted, CT 06098 Director(s): Jessica Miller Telephone: 860-379-6517 Coed, international service learning programs for high school students in the spring and summer, ages 14-18 E-mail: fun@greenwoodtrails.com Website: www.greenwoodtrails.com About Global Leadership Adventures: Global Leadership Adventures presents a fresh, new approach to service-learning for intellectually curious and socially-oriented teenagers. Programs are offered in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Participants explore historic and natural sites in different countries while they learn the local language and history, and serve the community through meaningful volunteer efforts. GLA's goal is to provide life-changing experiences that will cultivate a global perspective and open-mindedness in students that will ultimately inspire them to become great leaders and global thinkers who will seek positive change in their own communities. Director(s): Owen Langbart Coed resident camp ages 8-16 Choose Your Own Trail! Family owned coed sleepaway camp for ages 8-16 offering affordable 2, 4, and 6week sessions. Located on over 100 beautiful acres in the Southern Berkshires, campers “choose their own trail” with a unique elective program, exploring new activities and expanding their horizons. Facilities include comfortable cabins with showers, a large inground pool, private lake, theater & fine arts, expansive ball fields, low & high ropes courses, skate park, 35’ climbing tower and more! The warm, friendly atmosphere and extensive facilities make for magical summers at Greenwood Trails! Grier Summer Address: PO BOX 308 Tyrone, PA 16686 Telephone: 814-684-3000 E-mail: griersummer@grier.org Website: www.griersummer.org Director(s): Jennifer Pepperman Hameau Farm in the Big Valley Address: 6364 SR 655 Belleville, PA 17004 Telephone: 717-667-3731 E-mail: hameau@embarqmail.com Website: www.hameaufarm.com Director: Audrey Gay Rodgers Girls resident, ages 8-14 Girls resident camp, equestrian riding, music and arts, ages 7-17 Grier Summer is an overnight camp, founded in 1975, located in Central PA, operated on the grounds of the historic Grier School. We offer girls their choice of one or three week sessions with intensive or recreational programs in English/Western horseback riding, musical theater, art, or dance. All skill levels welcome. Campers have four 90-minute activity periods each day to fill with activities of their choice. Afternoon and evening programs feature both camp-wide events, such as camp fires, talent shows, color wars, scavenger hunts, and small-group adventure activities, including pool parties, spa nights, and geocaching. Hameau Farm in the Big Valley opens its barn doors to girls, 8-14, for an individualized opportunity for personal exploration and growth in a small, unique, picturesque Pennsylvania dairy farm setting. 2, 4, or 6 weeks. Country living and adventure. In the mornings discover, with carefully chosen, ever-nurturing counselors, the soft wet nose of a newborn calf of the human-sounding cry of a hungry baby goat. Afternoons and evenings are equally active with choices of activities from Arts & Crafts to roller skating and ping pong. If you are 12, 13 or 14 year old consider our familiar 2 week session plus an option for canoeing adventure, exploring one of Pennsylvania’s historic and scenic rivers. Also available: a counselor’s apprentice or leadership training program for older teens, 15-17; a Farm Family Weekend, something for everyone, includes gourmet meals and rooster wake-up call; a five (5) day farm vacation for curious and adventuresome women; and landscape painting workshops in the style of Monet, Constable and Cezanne! Contact us for additional information. Hamilton Area YMCA The Handwork Studio, LLC Address: 185 Sawmill Road Hamilton, NJ 08620 Winter Address: 35 North Narberth Avenue Narbeth, PA 19072 Telephone: 609-581-9622 X21105 Summer Locations: Avalon, NJ; Lawrenceville School; Montclair State University; Kent Place-Summit; College of St. Elizabeth-Morristown; William Paterson U.-Wayne E-mail: NPincin@hamiltonareaymca.org Website: www.hamiltonymca.org Director(s): Nicholas Pincin Coed day, traditional, travel, and special needs, K-9th grade There’s a Camp for That! At the Hamilton Area YMCA, we pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of camp options for you and your family. With over 35 different types of camps at 2 locations for children ages 3 – 15 years old we are sure we have the perfect camp for your child. We offer preschool, traditional, specialty, enrichment, sports and travel camps. Our camp curriculum promotes making new friends, teamwork, building self-esteem, creativity and includes educational components! We combine hit activities like daily swimming in our beautiful outdoor pool with a 100 foot waterslide and Color Wars with goal setting, friend-making, and group dynamics in a fun, controlled environment. Telephone: 610-660-9600 E-mail: info@thehandworkstudio.com Website: www.TheHandworkStudio.com Director(s): Julia Yosen Coed day Specialty Camp, Needle Arts and Fashion Camp, ages 5-16 The Handwork Studio LLC. is a kids' needle arts and fashion camp. We offer 2 unique award winning programs for kids ages 5-15. Campers will have a blast each day participating in creative activities such as machine sewing fashion knitting crocheting embroidery and fiber crafts. Handwork Day Camp (Ages 5-12)-Learn the art of knitting, crocheting, needle-felting and much more through gender appropriate projects that include stuffed animals, room decor toys, fashion accessories and beyond. Full day, Half day and Afternoon program options available. No experience necessary. Fashion & Machine Sewing Camp (Ages 10-15)-Choose from over 25 patterns which include pajamas, hoodies, skirts, quilts, bags, dresses and so much more. While creating their projects campers will learn pattern reading measurements and sewing techniques from our expert staff. Full day program only. No experience necessary. Camp Harmony HealthBarn USA Summer Camp Address: P. O. BOX 4305 15 Harmony Road Warren, NJ 07059 Address: 700 Lawlins Road Wyckoff, NJ 07481 Telephone: 1-800-842-2842 E-mail: carol@campharmony.com Website: www.campharmony.com Director(s): Carol & Jerry Amedeo Telephone: 201-891-2066 E-mail: info@healthbarnusa.com Website: www.healthbarnusa.com Director(s): Stacey Antine Coed day, ages 5-12 Coed day camp, ages 2-13 The most fun 8 weeks you’ll ever experience! A mature & experienced staff of group leaders and specialty counselors oversees swimming lessons, tennis lessons, computer instruction, dramatics, arts & crafts, music, a nature program, earthlore, and many sports & physical activities such as softball, archery, in-line skating, gymnastics & adventure ropes. Our program areas foster personal growth in self-confidence and skills through non-competitive & cooperative activities. Our many indoor facilities allow the day camp program to continue as normal on rainy days; and air-conditioned buildings and a misting fan are enjoyable on those extremely hot days. A Carnival complete with rides, Caribbean Day with a steel drum band, and Pajama Brunch are a few of our special days. Door-to-door transportation, hot lunches, and a video yearbook are included in tuition. HealthBarn USA Summer Camp: Founded by Stacey Antine, MS, RD, author of Appetite for Life, HealthBarn USA vigorously educates and excites children about the best eating habits and food source. It’s summer camp empowers children (and the grown-ups who love them!) to grow their own organic food, to cook delicious recipes and to be protectors of the environment -- all served up with a lot of fun! Parents rave that lessons learned here stick with kids at home. Food and health experts say that Antine understands kids, nutrition, and the joys of good food, and knows how to bring them together. So, join the fun at HealthBarn USA Summer Camp, ages 5-12 and Summer Seedlings, ages 3-5 located at Abma's Farm, Wyckoff, NJ, www.healthbarnusa.com, 201-891-2066. Hi-Hills Day Camp The Hun School of Princeton Summer Programs Address: 25 St. Bernard’s Road PO BOX 604 Gladstone, NJ 07934 Address: 175 Edgerstoune Road Princeton, NJ 08540 Telephone: 908-234-0067 E-mail: info@hihills.com Telephone: 609-921-7600 X2265 E-mail: donnaosullivan@hunschool.org Website: www.hihills.com Web Site: www.hunschool.org/student-life/summer-programs Director(s): Cindy Wyatt Director(s): Donna O’Sullivan Coed day camp, ages 3-15 Coed day & resident academics Program K-12th/1-5 weeks/Ages 5-13; 5 weeks Hi-Hills Day Camp is a traditional day camp, located on Gill St Bernard’s School 73-acre campus, in Somerset and Morris counties, NJ. Door-to-door transportation catered Lunch service, by FLIK Dining Service along with flexible scheduling and before and after care. Seven tennis courts, two gyms, two baseball fields, three soccer fields, unlimited classrooms, heated pool and splash pad. Kinder camp, Day Camp, Teen Travel, and CIT programs provide something for all ages! Instructional & Free swim every day, Sports, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, and Nature Programs are led by our mature and experienced staff. 1– 8 week sessions. The Hun School of Princeton offers three programs from June 29th to July 31st. They are: Hun Day Camp for children and the Academic Session and American Culture and Language Institute for middle and high school students. Resident option available for age 13 and over. In January, we will open the Wilf Family Global Commons. In support of global education and experiential learning, the building's location and amenities will make it a central hub throughout the summer. Forty-eight resident students will live in Global Commons during the summer. Morning break and the Afternoon Activities Program will be held there. Whether you are a ten year old, international student or a high school student, you will find summer excitement at our camps. Visit our website for more information. Incarnation Camps: Pequot, Sherwood and Pioneer Village Address: P. O. BOX 577 Ivoryton, CT 06442 Telephone: 860-767-0848 E-mail: info@incarnationcamp.org Website: www.incarnationcamp.org Director(s): Liam Cain Coed, Boys, Girls traditional resident, ages 7-15 Pequot (for boys) and Sherwood for girls are part of Incarnation's family of camp...and are the oldest coed camps in America. We are a traditional sleep-away camp guided by values and alumni traditions, including outdoor skills on our 700 acres and waterfront skills on our pristine mile-long lake. Independent Lake Camp Winter Address: PO BOX 575 Laurel, FL 34272 Summer Locations: 70 Clark Road Thompson, PA 18465 Telephone: 800-399-2267 E-mail: info@independentlake.com Website: www.independentlake.com Director(s): Dan Gould Coed resident camp, ages 6-17 Independent Lake Camp is a superior Pocono Mountain, Pennsylvania sleep-away summer camp dedicated to a diverse community, committed creativity, the best facilities, and powerful, individualized programming. Our coed summer camp offers boys and girls ages 6-17 the option of a 2, 4, 6 or 8 week session. ILC is quite simply one of the best overnight summer camps in Pennsylvania, the Northeast and America. We are a top notch circus camp, sports camp, dance camp, performing arts camp, skateboard camp, arts camp, rock music camp, computer / role playing games camp, and equestrian camp all rolled in to one awesome summer experience for your child. International Ivy Summer Program International Sports Training Camp Winter Address: 61 Maple Street, #636 Summit, NJ 07901 Address: 1100 Twin Lake Road Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Summer Address: Caldwell: Caldwell College Chatham: Chatham Day School Edison: Wardlaw-Hartridge School Far Hills: Far Hills Country Day School Oakland: Barnstable Academy Paramus: Ridgewood Montessori School Ringwood: Papillon Montessori School Scotch Plains: Language and Enrichment Center Short Hills: The Pingry School Somerset: Rutgers Preparatory School Sparta: Hilltop Country Day School Telephone: 570-620-2267 Telephone: 855-678-6335 International Sports Training Camp (ISTC) is a summer sports camp for kids ages 5 to 17. We offer a specialized soccer program, one very popular all sports program, and IXTC, a sport and adventure program for older campers. E-mail: info@iisummer.com Website: www.iisummer.com Director(s): Lily Wong Coed day, Chess, Magic Computers, Science, Music/Arts, Math, ages 5-14 Robotics, Business, The International Ivy Summer Program is dedicated to providing fun and intellectually-stimulating classes to fuel young people's interest and creativity. We create classes based on what kids would love to learn like video game creation, robotics, Minecraft, performing arts, weird science. We design the classes to be hands-on where kids learn by doing. There are plenty of choices across many disciplines so kids explore what they are interested in. Come join us for a positive and nurturing summer experience! E-mail: office@international-sports.com Website: www.international-sports.com Director(s): Mark Major Kara Klaus-Major Coed resident multi sports camp, soccer camp, ages 5-17 Our private 500-acre facility is located in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania. We combine traditional camping experiences with a one week sports camp! You can play sports all day long, drive a jet ski across our private lake, and race up to the top of the climbing wall and zip down through the treetops. ISTC has a wonderful caring atmosphere that starts with our live-in counselors in our superbly maintained cabins. Our top quality facilities and international coaching staff provide our campers with in-depth instruction, and our additional recreation activities offer campers both educational and relaxed fun. No matter your skill level, ISTC provides campers with a safe, rewarding, challenging and educational sports experience. JCC Abrams Day Camp & Teen Travel Winter Address: PO BOX 875 Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 Summer Address: JCC Camps @ Windsor Athletic Club 99 Clarksville Road West Windsor, NJ 08550 Telephone: 609-606-7070 E-mail: JCCAbramscamps@jccpmb.org JEI Learning CenterLivingston Address: 97A South Livingston Avenue Livingston, NJ 07039 Telephone: 855-JEI-TUTOR (534-8886) E-mail: info@JEILivingston.com Web site: www.JEILivingston.com Director(s): Julia Guo Coed day, academic, ages K-12 Web site: www.jccabramscamps.org Director(s): Wendy Soos Coed day, traditional, travel, community service, ages Pre K -10th grade The JCC Abrams Camps is for grades Pre-K thru 4th grades and includes air conditioned transportation, kosher catered meals & snacks. The specialist daily activities include aquatics, sports, creative & performing arts, outdoor adventure, a warm Jewish Values program and much more. The JCC Abrams Camps also offer two exciting Travel programs. Our Alufim "Tween Travel" is for 5th-6th graders and provides a balance of camp activities mixed with daily trips and overnight excursions. Our Teen Travel program is for teens entering 7th-9th grades who want to embark on an exciting journey filled with adventure and once in a life-time extended trips. Avoid the academic slide at JEI Livingston Summer Camp! With our morning academic programs and fun afternoon activities, our campers blend classes and play for a lifelong engagement with learning. At JEI, campers give passionate speeches about their favorite subjects in Public Speaking, write thoughtful essays in Reading and Writing, and get handson experience in Fun with Science. Other classes include JEI English, JEI Math, and Study Skills for Success. JEI Summer Camp runs from 6/22 to 8/22, and parents can register on a weekly basis. Register before 1/31 for 20% off camp tuition! JEI Learning CenterPrinceton Address: 55 Princeton-Hightstown Road Princeton Junction, NJ 08550 Telephone: 609-897-1072 E-mail: Princeton@jeilearning.com Web site: www.jeilearning.com Director(s): Christine See Coed day, academic, adventure, community service, ages 6-16 JCC Metrowest Camp Deeny Riback Triple Threat Theater Camp Winter Address 760 Northfield Avenue W. Orange, NJ 07052 Summer Address: 208 Flanders-Netcong Road Flanders, NJ 07836 Telephone: CDR 973-929-2901 TTTC 973-530-3421 Email: camps@jccmetrowest.org Be back-to-school ready and avoid summer learning loss with JEI’s comprehensive curriculum for the morning academics. Aligned with Common Core State Standards, our workbooks in Math, English, Reading & Writing, Problem Solving Math, and the new critical and creative thinking program, Brain Safari, offer children the academic boost they need during the summer and all year round! Websites: www.cdr.jccmetrowest.org www.jccmetrowest.org We also understand stepping out of the classroom helps to see how the academics apply to the real world. With Bricks 4 Kidz and other partners, students spend their afternoon in a hands-on, project-based environment that makes the learning more relevant to them. Camp Deeny Riback is located in Flanders, NJ. Coed day camp, ages 3 ½-15, 4 to 8 week options. June 29 August 21, 2015. Promoting self-esteem, positive values, and sportsmanship, our varied programming offers something for everyone. 3 day option for our youngest campers and leadership and travel programs for our oldest campers. Transportation and lunch are included. Directors: CDR-Joanne Morgenthal TTTC-Carol Berman Coed, day camp, multiple week combinations Triple Threat Theater Camp-We’re not just fun, we’re experience you won’t get at other theater camps! TTTC offers two different tracks: K-3 and Grade 4-12. Individual and group instruction is focused on the disciplines of acting, voice, and dance. Weekly theater trips and workshops combined with swim/gym and relaxation time daily. Coed day camp, 3, 4, and 7 week options June 29 - August 21, 2015. Additional camps: Early Childhood, Special Needs, and Exploration Camps. Kiddie Academy Caldwell of West Camp Kipanga,Camp Katikati & Total Teen Experience Address: 810 Passaic Avenue West Caldwell, NJ 07006 Winter Address: 450 West Nyack Road West Nyack, NY 10994 Telephone: 973-227-4382 Summer Address: Ramapo College of New Jersey 505 Ramapo Valley Road Mahwah, NJ 07430 E-mail: westcaldwell@kiddieacademy.net Web site: http://educationaldaycare.kiddieacademy/ academics/westcaldwell Telephone: 845-354-2121 X141 Director(s): Stacy LaFontant E-mail: mkoenig@rjfs.org Coed day, traditional, ages 6 weeks-12 years Web site: www.rjfs.org The summer camp Camp Adventure curriculum is built upon a series of two-week themes designed to inspire your child to explore, create, interact, and stay active during the summer months. Developmentally appropriate games accompany each theme to enhance what your child has already learned. Children spend quality time participating in water play and physical fitness activities, and some age groups will have the ability to go on many fun and educational field trips throughout the summer. Each two week theme contains a variety of activities including Creative Arts, Creative Dramatics/Music/Movement, Language Arts, Math, Science and Character Education. Director(s): Michele Koenig Coed day, traditional, special needs, ages 5-21 Camp Kipanga & Camp Katikati Unique summer camps designed for children ages 5-10 and 11-13 who have social deficits. The program offers children the extra support they need to have a positive summer camp experience! NEW this summer: themed weeks, including basketball, engineering, martial arts, tennis, Legos and more! Total Teen Experience A dynamic program for adolescents, ages 14-21, with social deficits. For 6 weeks over the summer, your teen will learn skills that will last them a lifetime! Program includes entrepreneurial program where teens learn the” ins and outs” of running a business, as well as fitness and a filmmaking experience. Kumon North America Camp Kodiak Address: 300 Frank W. Burr Boulevard Suite #6 Teaneck, NJ 07666 Winter Address: 4069 Pheasant Run Mississauga, ON, Canada L5L 2C2 Telephone: 201-928-0777 E-mail: cjohnson@kumon.com Summer Address: 200 Kodiak Road McKellar, ON, Canada P0G 1C0 Web site: www.kumon.com Telephone: 905-569-7595 Director(s): Caroline Rostkowski Coed day, academic ages 3-18 E-mail: info@campkodiak.com Website: www.campkodiak.com Director(s): David Stoch Kumon [Koo-mon] is an after-school math and reading enrichment program that unlocks the potential of children so they can achieve more on their own. Founded in Japan in 1958, the learning method uses an individualized approach that helps children develop a solid command of math and reading skills. Through daily practice and mastery of materials, students increase confidence, improve concentration and develop better study skills. Kumon has 26,000 centers in 48 countries and regions. With more than four million students it is the world’s largest afterschool math and reading enrichment program. Visit www.kumon.com or call 1-800-222-6284 to learn more. Coed resident camp, special needs inclusion, ages 6-18 Camp Kodiak is an integrated, non-competitive summer camp serving LD, ADD, ADHD & mainstream children and teens. We offer a social skills program, an academic program, and over 50 sports and activities. We have small cabin groups, a 2-to-1 camper-to-staff ratio & staff which includes professionals from the fields of education, social work, psychology, child care, recreation and medicine. We have campers from all over North America and around the world. Approximately 40% of our campers are from the USA. Campers and staff live in comfortable, lakefront, log cabins with electricity, full bathrooms & shower and large decks overlooking the lake. Lavner Camps! Address: 229 Haverford Avenue Narberth, PA 19072 Learning, Friends & Sports Day Camp Telephone: 215-767-1355 Address: 211 Center Street Garwood, NJ 07027 E-mail: Michael@lavenercamps.com Telephone: 908-301-6168 Web site: www.lavnercamps.com E-mail: springacademy168@gmail.com Director(s): Justin & Michael Lavner Coed day, and resident, ages 6-14 Lavner Camps offers some of the most exciting and cutting edge summer camps in the Philadelphia metro area and New Jersey. We offer many specialty camps in Sports, Technology, the Arts, and more, and TECH R3VOLUTION, a residential camp at West Chester University! Each camp features innovative curriculum, excellent instructors, and attention to learning, making friends, and having fun in a safe and structured environment. Our campers build confidence, explore new areas of interest, develop existing passions, and they love to return for more camp each summer. Make Lavner Camps your child’s destination for an incredible summer experience! For more information visit us at www.lavnercamps.com. Website: http://www.Lsmus.com/summer-camp Director(s): Jill Li Coed day camp ages 2½ to 16 Spring Academy offers summer camp for two age groups: 2.5--5-year-old, and 6-16-year-old (Grades K+). Camp runs for 9 weeks, from June 29th to August 28th, with minimum of 4-week registration; operating hour is from 7:30AM to 6PM, with extended care until 6:30PM. The school-age children’s "Learning, Friends and Sports” summer program groups students per grade and ability levels, offers 4 Academic classes daily (Mondays to Thursdays), including Chinese lessons, next school year class preview courses such as high school math class subjects (Algebra, Geometry, etc), JEI Math, English Reading & Writing training. The other half day is leaded sports activities such as Basketball, soccer, Field Hockey, or trips, etc., students will learn well so to prevent ‘Summer Loss’, and be able to pick up a sport! Friday is full day field trip. The theme for children ages 2.5 to 5 is ‘'World Travel in Summer- 50% Montessori & 50% Chinese’.” Both the Montessori teacher and Chinese teacher will be teaching just like the school year, however adding summer fun element such as water play, field trips, etc. Event: Chinese New Year Celebration/Open House: Feb 28th Saturday 2-5PM. Come to watch performances, dumpling tasting, join arts and crafts. 10% On-site reg. discount. Other open house dates: March 21, April 18, 2-5PM. Call to reserve. Liberty Lake Day Camp Little Ivy Academy Address: P.O. BOX 370 Columbus, NJ 08022 Summer Address: St. Joseph’s Regional High School 40 Chestnut Ridge Road Montvale, NJ 07645 Telephone: 609-499-7820 E-mail: andy@libertylakedaycamp.com Website: www.libertylakedaycamp.com Director(s): Andy Pritikin Coed day ages 4-15 Winter Address: 660 East Glen Avenue Ridgewood, NJ 07450 Telephone: 201-444-8400 E-mail: info@littleivyacademy.com Website: www.littleivyacademy.com Director(s): Erich Bassler Coed day, ages 5-14 Liberty Lake Day Camp is a truly transformative experience, teaching life skills to inspire young people to change the world. Campers expand their talents, make friends, and have the greatest summer experience imaginable! On sixty magnificent shady acres, campers customize their weekly schedules through the “Freedom of Choice” elective program, with over sixty Athletics, Fine/Performing Arts, Swimming, Boating, Fishing and Adventure activities. Committed to high quality supervision, small groups are led by teachers and college students. Liberty Lake is “all-inclusive”, and offers transportation, catered lunches, and a flexible 2-10 week season. Visit camp during our upcoming Tour Dates: February 8, March 1 and 22nd, April 12, May 3 and 16 or call for a personal appointment. We invite your child to join us for summer days filled with real hands-on discovery and real summertime fun at Little Ivy Academy’s 2015 summer camp programs. RealScience! & Express Yourself! Camps where your entering 3rd-5th or 6th-8th grader creates useful robots or apps, produces digital videos, develops & programs video games or digital animated stories, delves into spy-tech in distinctive one-week, STEMinspired programs. Summer Explorers! provides your entering 1st-2nd grader with one-week explorations of exciting “destinations,” plus opportunities to build/program LEGO robots, stage a musical, create digital animations and more! Our limited-enrollment camps are conveniently located in Montvale and Ridgewood, NJ. Lean more: www.littleivyacademy.com. Little Owl Enrichment Address: 15 North Main Street Cranbury, NJ 08512 Telephone: 609-395-0941 E-mail: enroll@littleowlenrichment.com Camp Mah-Kee-Nac for Boys Winter Address: 3 New King Street White Plains, NY 10604 Director(s): Panagiota Giannos-Ftikas Summer Address: 6 Hawthorne Road Lenox, MA 01240 Coed day, academic ages 5-8th grade Telephone: 800-753-9118 Website: www.littleowlenrichment.com E-mail: info@campmkn.com Little Owl Enrichment where curious minds grow Website:www.campmkn.com Join us at Little Owl Enrichment where our summer programs offer your children the chance to enjoy learning outside of traditional education! Our summer programs include Robotics, Coding and Ecology. Director(s): Walter Synalovski ROBOTICS offered to children from ages 5 -17 yrs. Discover Lego Simple Machines, WeDo & Mindstorms! Camp Mah-Kee-Nac is a premier full season summer camp for boys offering the flexibility and affordability of shorter sessions. Experience 80 years of tradition and excellence in the Berkshires just a short drive from New York (near the gates of Tanglewood.) Excellent facilities, top instructors and a wide variety of activity choices combine the best of sports camps and traditional boys camping on the beautiful shores of Stockbridge Bowl. CODING offered to children from ages 5 -17 yrs. Starting with BeeBot, then moving onto Tynker and Greenfoot (Java). ECOLOGY for children 7-17 yrs. Children participate in an ecology project testing insect populations and water quality under the supervision of Entomologist & Evolutionary Biologist, Dr. Jessica Ware! Traditional Boys’ resident, ages 7-15 Morristown Beard School Day Camp Address: 70 Whippany Road Morristown, NJ 07960 Telephone: 973-532-7569 E-mail: sgalvez@mbs.net Website: www.summer.mbs.net Director(s): Stephanie Galvez Coed day camp, ages 3 1/2-14 Morristown-Beard Day Camp, a state licensed facility located on a beautiful 22-acre campus, is designed to help children develop skills in sports, arts & crafts, drama, swimming and science. Our counselors work to promote good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Our daily schedule is comprised of structured periods with a flexible schedule on special event days. In addition to offering a traditional day camp, Morristown-Beard offers nine specialty camps including arts & crafts, mountain biking, French, Spanish, Historical Sites, Math Skills, Writing Skills, College Essay Camp, and sports clinics. Neil Klatskin Day Camp Address: 411 East Clinton Avenue Tenafly, NJ 07670 Telephone: 201-567-8963 Email: nkdc@jccotp.org Website: www.jccotp.org/nkdc Director: Jessica Spiegel Coed day, traditional, ages 3-11 Ages 3-11, June 29-August 21, 9 am-4 pm NKDC offers a summer of adventure and non-stop fun. Your camper will learn new skills, make new friends and explore personal interests. Programming includes sports, Red Cross instructional swim, recreational swim, art, drama, music, Judaic, theme days and more. Your camper will be sure to have an incredible summer to remember. Our Tikvah program meets the special needs of children, ages 5-15, classified with mild neurological and/or perceptual impairment. We are a qualified provider of the State of NJ Department of Human Services Division of Children & Families (DCF)/PerformCare and the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD). We accept payments from other Service Agency Providers as well as sending school districts. We offer four, six, seven or eight-week options. Extended care and transportation are available. New Jersey Performing Arts Center Address: 1 Center Street Newark, NJ 07102 Telephone: 973-353-7058 Email: artseducation@njpac.org Website: www.njpac.org Director: Becky Hinkle Coed day, and resident music and arts, ages 10-18 An unforgettable summer awaits you at NJPAC. Develop your inner artist by taking classes in acting, dance, musical theater, hip hop, sketch comedy, songwriting, or vocal performance. Classes are taught by professional artists and provide students the opportunity to immerse themselves in a supportive and engaging learning environment at NJPAC’s Center for Arts Education or in residence at Montclair State University. NJPAC offers six program choices that range from one week to five weeks in length: (1) Young Artist Summer Intensive; (2) All Female Jazz Residency; (3) The Hip Hop Institute; (4) Second City Teen Comedy; (5) From the Inside Out-Second City Program for Autistic Students; (6) The Singer/Songwriter Program NEW JERSEY YM-YWHA CAMPS Winter Address: 21 Plymouth Street Fairfield, NJ 07004 Summer Address: Milford & Lake Como, PA Telephone: 973-575-3333 Email: info@njycamps.org Website: www.njycamps.org Director: Leonard M Robinson Coed resident, ages 6-16 Nah-Jee-Wah, Cedar Lake, Teen Camp Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania offering age-appropriate activities in a traditional camp setting. Variety of session options. Superb programming with high level coaches and instructors. Total Specialty Camp add-on options in arts, athletics, swim and science. Round Lake Camp: Children with social communication disorders. Social skills training, OT, Speech, Adaptive Phys Ed and Mental Health counseling offered on site. Food allergies? No problem. Dedicated, GIG certified kosher gluten free kitchen on premise to assist you. NJY Camps: Private Camp level program and facility for a non-profit price! Camp Nova: Epilepsy Foundation of NJ Oak Crest Day Camp Address: 1 Flatbrook Road Branchville, NJ 07826 Address: 92 Cortelyous Lane Somerset, NJ Telephone: 800-336-5843 Telephone: 732-297-2000 E-mail: jandolora@efnj.com E-mail: info@oakcrestdaycamp.com Website: http://www.efnj.com/what-weoffer/programs/camps-nova/ Website: www.oakcrestdaycamp.com Director(s): Veronica Trathen Coed day camp, ages 3-15 Director(s): Jonathan Gold Coed special needs, traditional, adventure ages 12-28 Camp NOVA is a wonderful opportunity for children and young adults living with epilepsy and other developmental disabilities to enjoy summer camp. Camp NOVA, which provides an exciting and independent camping experience, is a one-week overnight camp for young people ages 12-28. Camp activities include talent shows, arts and crafts, boating, fishing, cooking classes, swimming and yoga. Funding may be available through the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) or the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Please contact your DDD case manager or Performcare (DCF) to request funding. Individual budgets accepted. We accept credit card and payment plans. Oak Crest Day Camp is the premier day camp in Central New Jersey for ages 3-15. Our beautiful 35acre facility has acres of field space, an airconditioned Creative Arts Studio, and a 40’ climbing tower and zip line. We have 4 heated pools, including our State of the Art 7,000 square foot Aquatic Complex designed for campers ages 3-8. The Oak Crest experience includes Door-to-Door Transportation, Hot Lunch, Red Cross Certified Swim Instruction, a wide variety of Athletic and Creative Activities and Professionally Screened and Trained Staff. Our mission is for every child to experience personal growth and success in a safe, well supervised environment. For more information, www.OakCrestDayCamp.com. please visit Oasis Day Camp Winter Address: 20 Jay Street, Suite 802 Brooklyn, NY 11201 Pennington School Summer Program Address: 112 West Delaware Avenue Pennington, NJ 08534 Telephone: 609-737-1842 Summer Address: Drew University, Madison, NJ 07940 Kean University, Union NJ 07083 E-mail: summerprograms@pennington.org Telephone: 646-519-5059 Director(s): Jeffrey Eckerson E-mail: info@oasischildren.com Coed sports, music and academic day camp, ages 1015 Website: www.oasischildren.com Director(s): Samantha Pavlakos Jim Stayton Coed traditional day camp, ages 3-15; Teen travel program for 12-14 year olds Oasis utilizes the wide array of facilities at Drew University & Kean University inclusive of basketball and tennis courts, gyms, an indoor swimming pool, nature trails and more! Campers engage in a mixture of sports & games, creative arts and outdoor adventures. In addition to the traditional Day Camp Oasis offers Early Start Imagination Camp for pre-K campers ages 3-5 and a Teen Travel program for campers ages 12-14. For more information, visit www.oasischildren.com or call 1-800-317-1392. Website: www.pennington.org/summerprograms The Pennington School Summer Program includes one and two-week camps for rising 5th through rising 9th grade students. Options include academic enrichment camps such as Robotics and Crime Scene Investigation, arts camps such as Ceramics and Photography and sports camps such as Soccer, Field Hockey, and Lacrosse. The program will begin on June 29th and run through August 7th. Camps will run from 9-3, Monday thru Friday. Before and after care will be available each day, and lunch will be provided. For more information, please contact Jeff Eckerson, Program Director at (609) 737-1842 or go to www.pennington.org/summerprograms Phillies Baseball Academy-Official Baseball Camps of The Philadelphia Phillies Winter Address: PO BOX 505 Haverford, PA 19041 Summer Address: Various locations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware Telephone: 610-520-3400 E-mail: campmail@philliescamps.com Website: www.philliescamps.com Director(s): Chris Landosky Coed Sports, Baseball day camp, ages 6-14 “Live the Dream” and join Phillies players, coaches and Academy Specialists at camp this summer. For each magical week, campers will feel like real Major Leaguers as they take the field and learn from baseball’s best. This unique action-packed week will feature top-notch daily instruction from our experienced Academy coaching staff plus clinics from Phillies players and coaches on selected weeks for baseball and softball. Each camper receives an official Phillies uniform and most sessions include an official tour of Citizens Bank Park. Our Camp locations are at premier sites in PA, NJ, and DE. Please see our website and our brochure for dates and locations Pingry Big Blue Summer: Big Blue Day Camp, Academics, Mega-V Performing Arts & Sports Address: 131 Martinsville Road Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 Telephone: 908-647-5555 X1642 E-mail: cmcarthur@pingry.org Website: www.pingry.org/bigbluesummer Director: Cindy McArthur Coed day traditional, ages 3-18 Pingry prides itself on a pursuit of excellence and Pingry’s Big Blue Summer Camp is no exception. At Pingry, campers can choose from Academics, Enrichment, Sports, Performing Arts, Travel Camp and our Day Camps to create their perfect summer adventure. We pride ourselves on small staff to camper ratios, excellent facilities and a wide variety of full and half-day programs with before and after care to round out a perfect camper experience. Pingry's Big Blue Summer has something for everyone ages 3 - 18. Dates June 8 - August 14, 2015. Prime Time Early Learning Center Winter Address: Mack Cali Centre II 650 From Road Suite 185 Paramus, NJ 07652 Summer Locations: Edgewater, Hoboken, East Rutherford and Paramus NJ Farmingdale and Middletown, NY Rambling Pines Day Camp Address: PO BOX 3 Hopewell, NJ 08525 Telephone: 609-466-1212 E-mail: info@ramblingpines.com Website: www.ramblingpines.com Telephone: 201-261-4780 E-mail: camps@primetimeschools.com Director(s): Robert Jordan Coed day camp ages 3 years-15 Website: www.primetimeschools.com Contact: Tracy Diamond Coed day camp, ages 3-10 Prime Time School offers a variety of terrific summer activities for children up to age 10 at our Hoboken, Edgewater, Paramus and East Rutherford NJ locations and to age 7 in our Middletown and Farmingdale NY locations. We offer weekly themed activities that include coordinated arts and crafts, music, outdoor games, water play, field trips, and onsite programs. Our hours and schedule support the needs of working parents with camp hours of 9 AM-5 PM and optional before and after care from 6:30 AM through 7:00 PM. Camp starts the last week of June and continues through the last week of August. Please contact us to find out how Prime Time Summer Day Camp can make summer fun and easy for your family. We provide door-to-door transportation, nutritious lunch and daily afternoon snack. The sprawling campus includes 2 lakes, 4 heated swimming pools, 4 tennis courts, 4 Ga Ga courts, multiple sports fields, a gymnasium, extensive indoor facilities including creative and performing arts studios, a mini-golf course, a ropes/challenge course, a golf driving range, mountain biking trails and much more! Mature, experienced staff will provide your child with instruction in swimming, creative and performing arts, computers, gymnastics, nature study, sports, boating, ceramics... and more. Club and Elective activities let our campers get more of what they like. Horseback riding is also available. Two registered nurses are on duty during regular camp hours. Ranney School Address: 235 Hope Road Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 Telephone: 732-542-4777 X2186 E-mail: csinclair@ranneyschool.org Website: www.ranneyschool.org/summerprograms Director(s): Kathleen Deeken Coed day academic, sports, music & arts camp, ages 4-18 As the summer extension of Ranney School, Summer Programs at Ranney School offer a wide range of academic, gifted and talented and fine and performing arts talent development courses as well as full-day Day Camp for 3-13-year-olds; Trip Camps for 10-13-year-olds; a Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program for 14-year-olds; and a number of Sports Camps. The Sports Camps offerings include: Basketball, Fencing and Tennis for 8-13-year-olds; half-day Golf for 6-10-year-olds and full-day Golf for 11-14-year-olds. Our Swimming Sports Camp takes place from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for 8-18-year-olds. Combining morning classes and afternoon Day Camp is a popular choice for many families. Our fullyaccredited Day Camp is licensed by the state of New Jersey and accredited by the American Camp Association, whose high standards cover all aspects of summer camp operation, including: staffing, safety, facilities, trips, sport activities, and cafeteria and pool operations. Camp Riverbend Address: 116 Hillcrest Road Warren, NJ 07059 Telephone: 908-580-CAMP E-mail: info@campriverbend.com Website: www.campriverbend.com Director(s): The Breene Family Coed day camp, ages 3-14 Camp Riverbend-where the fun never ends! At Camp Riverbend Day Camp, your child can experience the most memorable summer ever-in a safe, nurturing and caring environment dedicated to growth, friendship and fun! A full range of sports, crafts, swimming, nature and more! At Riverbend, we applaud effort and enthusiasm, fun and camaraderie and camp spirit. The Breene Family welcomes you to our camp family! For boys and girls, ages 3-14. Door to door transportation is provided from parts of Essex, Morris, Middlesex, Somerset and Union counties, and from bus stops in Hoboken and downtown Jersey City. Accredited by the American Camp Association and the State of New Jersey. River Edge Farm Riding Day Camp Sacajawea Day Camp Address: 1575 River Road Bedminster, NJ 07921 Address: 242 Adelphia Road Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Telephone: 908-420-1274 Telephone: 732-751-2766 E-mail: mercedesrolandelli@yahoo.com E-mail: jbasilotto@girlscoutsjs.org Website: www.riveredgefarm.com Website: www.sacajaweadaycamp.com Director(s): Mercedes Rolandelli Director(s): Nancy Casey Riding camp for girls ages 5-14 Coed traditional day, girls ages 3-15; boys 3-11 River Edge Farm Riding Day Camp day caters to girls ages 5-14. It has been designed to build confidence, teach riding and horsemanship skills, instill respect for the environment, while encouraging new friendships with other girls who share the same interest. Your Best Summer Ever Daily horseback riding is combined with swimming, tennis, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and nature exploration to ensure a well-rounded summer experience. Sacajawea Day Camp is more than just a summer camp – it’s about laughter and friendship; it’s confidence and imagination; community and adventure. It’s the place where you discover your personal strengths and harness the power of truly being yourself. From zip lining through the trees to canoeing across our lake, from horseback riding to conquering the kitchen, the opportunities to make this summer the best one yet are endless. When you team up with your fellow campers and embrace all that Sacajawea Day Camp has to offer, there’s no limit to what you can achieve! Sacajawea Day Camp welcomes girls ages 3-15 and boys ages 3-11 to join our summer adventure. Our programs are separated into smaller groups based on grade level, so each camper engages in fun, ageappropriate activities while having the chance to connect with old friends as well as to meet someone new! All programs are run by our dedicated, trained team of counselors. With our long list of options and flexible schedule, you truly can create a summer that’s perfect for you. Find your fun, and so much more, at Sacajawea Day Camp. Are you ready for your BEST summer ever? Schafer School of Gymnastics Address: 1880 Princeton Avenue Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Somerset Valley YMCA Summer Day Camp Telephone: 609-393-5855 Address: 601 Garretson Road, Bridgewater 08807 2 Green Street, Somerville, NJ 08876 19 E. Mountain Rd., Hillsborough 08844 E-mail: info@schafergymnastics.com Telephone: 908-369-0490 X722 Website: www.schafergymnastics.com E-mail: mgray@somersetcountyymca.org Director(s): Allison Ryan Website: www.ymcasomersetvalley.org Coed day gymnastics, ages 3-14 Director(s): Matt Gray, Jessica Brock Schafer School of Gymnastics Coed Day Camp, Science and Arts Camps, Sports Camps, grades 1-10 Our gymnastics camp offers children, ages 3 to 14 a great opportunity to learn gymnastics, combined with a wide variety of fun and challenging activities. This program will prove to be a valuable learning experience, allowing your child to enjoy healthy activities in a safe environment while having a awesome time. A full day camp runs from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM and students can also choose a half day option. We also offer early drop off or extended hours. Each day includes gymnastic rotations such as trampoline, pit. tumbling, etc, arts and crafts, and recreational games The Y is the perfect place for your children to spend their summer away from school. They’ll stay active and busy in our sports, arts, science and nature, and traditional camps. At Y camp, children can pursue their passion and explore new interests in a safe, nurturing environment. All camps reinforce Y core values: caring, honesty, respect and responsibility, and all children have the option of embarking on a weekly adventure. At the Y, they’ll make lasting friendships and have fun discovering who they are and what they can do. South Mountain YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser Address: Camp Conrad Weiser 201 Cushion Peak Road P. O. BOX 147 Wernersville, PA 19565 Spring Lake Day Camp Address: BOX 176 Ringwood, NJ 07456 Telephone: 973-831-9000 E-mail: info@SLDC.com Telephone: 610-670-2267 Website: www.SLDC.com E-mail: ycamps@smymca.org Director(s): Mitchell and Michelle Kessler Website: www.smymca.org Coed day camp, ages 3-15 Director(s): Sue Williams Traditional coed resident, Equestrian, Trip and Travel, ages 7-16 South Mountain YMCA Camp Conrad Weiser is located on 600 mountain top acres in Berks County, PA. Since 1948 boys and girls ages 7-16 have attended one and two week sessions. Campers choose from programs such as: swimming, athletics, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, horseback riding, creative arts, nature, high and low ropes, climbing, mountain biking/boarding, teen adventure, shooting sports and International Teen Travel. Campers live in brand new, modern cabins that accommodate 10 campers and two counselors. Pricing for one week sessions begins at $485/week. Free Family Fun Days on Sundays from 2-4 on March 29, April 19, and May 3, May 17, and May 31, 2015. Please call anytime for private tours of camp. Spring Lake Day Camp of Ringwood N.J. offers a wide variety of age appropriate activities & facilities in a setting that is beyond compare. Our highly instructional program is designed for campers to build self- esteem while learning new skills and having fun. Our swim, sports, arts and creative arts programs cannot be duplicated. Our team of dedicated professionals focuses on the individual needs of each camper. We invite you to take a tour of Spring Lake and together we can make the right choice for your child. Steve & Kate’s Camp Winter Address: 28 Liberty Ship Way Sausalito, CA 94965 Summer Adventures at Oak Knoll Summer Address: Various locations around NJ Address: 44 Blackburn Road Summit, NJ 07901 Telephone: 347-756-4481 Telephone: 908-522-8186 E-mail: info@steveandkate.com E-mail: adventures@oakknoll.org Website: www.steveandkate.com Web site: www.oakknoll.org/summer Director(s): Christina Procacci & Jess Hook Director(s): Dawn Cullinan Coed day camp, Music/Arts, Sports, Traditional, ages Pre-K through 7th grade Coed day camp, ages 3-16 Instead of a rigid structure, we give our campers choice. Instead of teaching kids the typical way, we give them tools and gentle guidance to help them become autodidacts. There are a gazillion ways for kids to design a day at camp. One camper might dive into cooking and animation while another rock climbs before playing in our inflatable soccer stadium. It’s up to them. The schedule of the day is designed to create a balance of free choice, all-camp spirit events and times where kids take a break from the action to get to know each other and their counselors. Summer Adventures at Oak Knoll is a great place for summer fun and adventure! We offer programs for preschoolers all the way through high school children. Our dedicated staff returns year after year to help campers develop skills in athletics, arts, swimming, and science, all while having fun, making new friends, and creating lifelong memories. We have structured our camp to better fit the needs of both campers and parents, allowing for campers to come to our camp for one week, eight weeks, or any time in between. The 2015 program will begin on June 22, offering enriching, active, creative opportunities to children ages 3-16. Summer Connections at Summer Explorations Dwight-Englewood School Address: Dwight-Englewood School 315 East Palisade Avenue Englewood, NJ 07631 Telephone: 201-227-3144 E-mail: summerprograms@d-e.org Website: www.d-e.org/summer Address: The Elisabeth Morrow School 435 Lydecker Street Englewood, NJ 07631 Telephone: 201-568-5566 X7150 E-mail: explorations@elisabethmorrow.org Website: www.elisabethmorrow.org Director(s): Liza Jones Hards Coed day camp, age 3-14 Director(s): Shakeh Tashjian Coed day and academic, 3-18 Summer Connections at Dwight-Englewood School engages students of all ages in exploratory learning in areas such as design, investigative learning, STEAM, mindfulness, and more. For scholars looking for Carnegie school credit, there are a variety of courses to enjoy in math, science, and world languages. Our smallest campers discover the joy of learning with the help of a full day of guided activities by caring and experienced teachers and counselors. We invite you to connect to a different community, to your teachers, and to your inner passion. Summer Explorations June 22 – August 7, 2015 Summer Explorations, the summer program of The Elisabeth Morrow School, offers a unique blend of camp and school, with a wide variety of choices. The 14-acre wooded campus, playgrounds, playing fields, science and computer labs provide just the right setting for learning and recreation. Our Early Childhood Program for children Age Three through First Grade offers creative hands-on learning and outdoor play. For students in Second through Sixth Grade, we offer weeklong enrichment workshops in math, reading, literature, sports, arts, science, computer, cooking, LEGO engineering, fashion design and many other choices. We also offer weeklong courses students in Grades 7-9 in science, math, writing, test prep, technology and more. All classes and workshops are led by experienced, certified teachers. We will be hosting a Summer Explorations Open House on Sunday, March 8 from 1-3 p.m. at the school. Please visit our website at www.elisabethmorrow.org for more registration information or call (201) 568-5566, ext. 7150. Summer Programs at Princeton Day School Camp SummerQuest Princeton Montessori Address: 487 Cherry Valley Road Princeton, NJ 08540 Address: 650 The Great Road Princeton, NJ 08542 Telephone: 609-279-2700 E-mail: summerprograms@pds.org Website: www.pds.org/summerprograms Director(s): Jamie Bean Coed day Academic, Athletic, Art and Adventure programs, ages 3-17 By June 8-July 31, 2015, our 105-acre campus will be teeming with natural scientists studying pond life, sculptors working with clay, actors and directors producing plays and movies, computer wizards exploring cyberspace, tennis players perfecting their serves and writers polishing their essays. Our philosophy for summer learning is to provide a wide range of options for growth in academic, artistic, athletic and adventure pursuits. Our faculty members, many of whom teach at Princeton Day School during the school year, use their students' natural energy to fuel days of wonder, packed with new friends, new skills, and a new means of expression. Telephone: 609-924-4594 E-mail: mevans@princetonmontessori.org Website: www.princetonmontessori.org Director(s): Vandana Monteiro Coed day camp infant through 5th grade SummerQuest at Princeton Montessori School offers a variety of engaging summer activities for children from six weeks through 5th grade. Infants and Toddlers (six weeks to three years) love exploring their surroundings and have increased opportunities to discover the outdoors and nature in a safe and nurturing environment. Fun abounds for preschool children (3-6 years) in our Primary program as their curiosity sparks around a central theme. Weekly activities include swimming, music, outdoor games, splash-fest days, field trips, special guests offering on-site programs, and the annual summer Olympic finale. Our Elementary camp (ages 6-10) is structured as short immersions into specific areas of fun and discovery. Activities include swimming, music, art, theatre, sports, science, Spanish, gardening, kayaking, biking, hiking, field trips, special visiting programs and team building activities. Taubenslag’s Theater Camp at Middlesex County College Winter Address: 496 Taylor Place North Brunswick, NJ 08902 Summer Address: Middlesex County College Performing Arts Center 2600 Woodbridge Avenue Edison, NJ 08818-3050 Telephone: 732-422-7072 E-mail: theatercamp@optonline.net Website: www.theatercamp.net TGA Premier Golf & Tennis Winter Address: 10 Oneida Avenue, Oakland, NJ 07436 20 Garden Road, Summit, NJ 07901 Summer Locations: Bergen County-Mahwah, Emerson, River Vale, Northvale, Teaneck, Westwood, Dumont, Saddle River, Ridgewood, Montvale Union County-Kenilworth, Summit, Westfield Scotch Plains, Berkeley Heights. Clark, Mountainside Telephones: 201-230-9502; 732-835-8842 Director: Michael Taubenslag E-mail: krooney@playtga.com; nmeltzer@playtga.com Coed, day camp, music and arts, entering 1st grade to 16 years old Website: www.PlayTGA.com Taubenslag Productions’ Theater Camp at Middlesex County College runs for 8 weeks during the summer for kids entering 1st grade up to 16 years old. Whether they want to perform, create sets or costumes or be a counselor-in-training, we’ve got something for everyone. Campers can learn about all aspects of musical theater while also building confidence & self-esteem – all levels of experience or no experience at all are welcome! Roles are provided for ALL campers. And it’s not just theater; afternoons are filled with fun activities including swimming every day, scavenger hunts, outdoor and indoor games, arts & crafts, carnival, contests, color war & more! Half & Full day options offered. Our Theater Camp was honored in 2014 by the New Jersey Senate, General Assembly & County Freeholders for Artistic Excellence & 25 years of service to children in Middlesex County. Coed day, golf and tennis camp, ages 5-14 (Full Day or Half Day) Director(s): Kevin Rooney and Nick Meltzer TGA Premier Golf & Tennis is a national organization that organizes local opportunities for kids of all ages to participate in golf and tennis programs. In New Jersey, TGA of Bergen County and TGA of Union County provide fun, convenient, and exciting programs for kids of all ages. We get your kids both on the court and on the course learning the games the right way. If team sports are not for your child, TGA is for you. We have programs for all skill levels, including after school programs, camps, leagues, and tournaments. In all TGA programs, learn the basics and fundamentals, along with sportsmanship, respect, and honesty. Play Golf and Tennis with TGA. Contact your local TGA today. Union Soccer SchoolsOfficial Soccer Camps of The Philadelphia Union Valley Forge Summer Camp Address: 1001 Eagle Road Wayne, PA 19087 Winter Address: 750 E. Haverford Road Bryn Mawr, PA 19010 Telephone: 610-989-1262 Summer Address: The Lawrenceville School 2500 Main Street RT 206 North Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 Website: www.vfmac.edu/camp Telephone: 610-581-7600 E-mail: email@unionsoccerschools.com Website: www.unionsoccerschools.com Director(s): Chris Zirpoli Coed day soccer, ages 6-14 The Major League Soccer Experience You Dream About Learn from the best and take part in the experience of a lifetime at Union Soccer Schools this summer! This is more than just a week at camp – it is a unique opportunity to play with the pros as you develop new skills and perfect those you already have. Union Soccer Schools, for boys and girls ages 6-14, features a top-notch coaching staff, plus opportunities to work with Philadelphia Union players and coaches. Feel like a real Major League Soccer star in your official Union Soccer Schools uniform by Adidas, as you participate in skills contests, station work, scrimmages and game action. Locations in PA, NJ and DE. Don’t miss this action-packed summer experience! Please call 610-581-7600 or visit www.unionsoccerschools.com. E-mail: summercamp@vfmac.edu Director: Joe Haughney Boys day and resident adventure and sports camp, ages 9-17 Valley Forge Summer Camp promotes team building, lifelong values of character, integrity, and leadership into every activity. We offer a fun, safe environment where 9-17 year old boys and young men can build self-confidence and leadership skills while trying new and exciting challenges with counselors and campers from around the block and all over the world. We combine fitness with fun events like paintball, rock climbing, and running through our military obstacle course all located on our 100 acre campus right outside of Philadelphia, PA. Contact us at www.vfmac.edu/camp for more information. Watershed Nature Camp Westminster Conservatory of Music Address: Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed 31 Titus Mill Road Pennington, NJ 08534 Address: 101 Walnut Lane Princeton, NJ 08540 Telephone: 609-737-7592 E-mail: camp@thewatershed.org Website: www.thewatershed.org Director: Tammy Love Coed, day adventure camp, ages 3-16 Watershed Nature Camp is a coed outdoor day camp in Pennington, NJ. For over 40 years it has focused on nature, the environment, and being active outdoors! Weekly camps are offered for children from preschool through grade 9, plus two-week Counselor-In-Training sessions for campers in grade 10-12. All campers play, learn, make friends, and challenge themselves out in nature. Day trips, overnights, and overnight trips are offered for campers entering grades 5 through 9. The wellqualified and enthusiastic Staff all love nature and working outdoors with children! We offer a 7:1 camper to staff ratio. Our natural campus, experienced and enthusiastic staff and mission to send campers home ‘tired and dirty’ make us a unique camp! Our campus includes a 930-acre nature reserve of forests, fields, pond, and stream. Our newly-opened LEED-certified environmental center features energy and water reduction technologies, exhibits, and places to explore indoors and out! Explore, Discover, and Connect with us this summer! Telephone: 609-921-7104 E-mail: wccConserv@rider.edu Website: www.rider.edu/conservatorycamps Director: Marianne Lauffer Coed, day camp specializing in music and theater arts, ages 2 through teen Westminster Conservatory’s summer music camps and music theater camps offer a wide range of musical experiences! From first steps for the young child or beginning instrumental or music theater student...to giant steps for students who are already playing an instrument or have theater experience and want to share their love of music and theater with other kids who feel the same excitement. What a great way to make friends! Check out our Early Childhood Camps, Instrumental Camps, Chamber Music Camps, and Music Theater Camps! At Westminster Conservatory, a world of music is waiting for you! West Essex YMCA Address: 321 South Livingston Avenue Livingston, NJ 07039 Telephone: 973-992-7500 E-mail: jbrowne@metroymcas.org Website: www.westessexymca.org Director(s): Fran Egnezzo Coed day camps, Pre-K-10th grade YMCA of Greater Bergen County Winter Address: 360 Main Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 Summer Address: Camp Oratam/Camp Michikamau Harriman State Park-Lake Kanawauke Bear Mountain Park, NY 10911 Telephone: 201-487-6600 E-mail: msullivan@ymcagbc.org The West Essex Y has the right camp to meet your needs! Choose from our progressive camps: Camp Peanut Shell for preschoolers, Super Summer (entering K – 6th Grade) and Teen Adventure Camp (entering Grades 7 – 9)- or our traditional day camp, Pioneer Trails, for Pre-K – 8th Grade. Our camps provide a safe and nurturing environment where children have fun, make new friends and explore new activities. Activities are designed to build self-esteem, confidence and social skills while increasing independence and a sense of health and wellbeing. The Y values of caring, respect, honesty and responsibility are emphasized throughout our programs. Website: www.ymcagbc.org Director(s): Mary Sullivan Martin Richards Coed day and resident camp, ages 5-17 Camp at the YMCA of Greater Bergen County is a great place for summer fun and adventure! The 2015 summer adventure will begin on June 29, offering programs to children ages 5-16 for day camp and 8-17 for resident camp. Age-appropriate divisions within the camp offer enriching, active, creative opportunities for playful learning. All of our camps, nestled in Harriman State Park along Lake Kanawauke, provide a beautiful natural setting for our traditional summer camps. Head counselors are college-age, and a registered nurse is in attendance each day. For more information, please go to www.ymcagbc.org or call 201-487-6600. YMCA Camps Ockanickon & Matollionequay YMCA Camp Tockwogh Address: 1303 Stokes Road Medford, NJ 08055 Address: 24370 Still Pond Neck Road Worton, MD 21678 Telephone: 609-654-8225 Telephone: 410-348-6000 E-mail: info@ycamp.org E-mail: cizett@ymcade.org Web site: www.ycamp.org Web site: www.ymcacamptockwogh.org Contact: Gabrielle Ostroski Director: Courtney Izett Boys resident; girls resident; coed Traditional, adventure, equestrian, ages 7-16 Coed resident, aquatic, Kindergarten-10th grade Learn to swim, catch a frog, ride a zipline, paddle a canoe, build a campfire, make a friend…and that’s just the first day! YMCA Camps Ockanickon for Boys, Camp Matollionequay for Girls, and Lake Stockwell Day Camp provide a safe place for campers to spend their summers and, in the process, strengthen their character. As a YMCA we include the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in every aspect of our programming. Our experienced counselors and programming promote friendships, positive selfesteem, and healthy development and encourage individuality and independence. Our variety of positive camp experiences will impact your child for a lifetime. sports, equestrian, At YMCA Camp Tockwogh, we foster healthy living and social responsibility through the development of independence, confidence, lifelong learning and character in youth, teens and families. We are a spectacular, rural camp on 309 well-preserved acres spread over a mile and a half of Chesapeake Bay shoreline. Each year, we serve over 5,000 participants in a variety of programs: Traditional Overnight, Teen Leadership and Specialty Skiing And Sailing. We invite you to join us for an awesome camp experience this year. Welcome to Tockwogh! YWCA Bergen County Camp Ma-Kee-Ya Camp Y-Oak-A Camp Orinda Winter Address: 112 Oak Street Ridgewood, NJ 07450 Telephone: Small Fry: 201-444-5600, ext 352 or 381 or 387 All Other Camps: 201-444-5600 X352 E-mail: ebixby@ywcabergencounty.org Website: www.ywcabergencounty.org Director(s): Erica Bixby & Brian Scanlon Coed, day, ages 5-16 For over 40 years, YWCA Bergen County summer camps have offered enjoyable and affordable experiences to children ages 5 to 16 years. A variety of traditional day camp options are available at locations in Saddle River, and Dumont, and Mahwah NJ. YW camps are made for kids who want to connect with old friends, make new ones, and have fun— whether it’s for a week or the whole summer! Led by our staff of responsible professionals and experienced students, each action-packed week offers exciting age-appropriate activities designed to keep campers active, creative and engaged. Camp Zeke Winter Address: 49 West 38th Street, 5th Floor New York, NY 10018 Summer Address: 31 Barry Watson Way Lakewood, PA 18439 Telephone: 212-913-9783 E-mail: questions@campzeke.org Website: www.campzeke.org Director(s): Isaac Mamaysky Coed, religious resident camp, ages 7-17 "Camp Zeke is the first Jewish camp where 7 to 17 year-olds celebrate healthy, active living. Campers can put on an apron and cook gourmet dishes with a professional chef. They can also choose from actionpacked fitness electives, like running, yoga, strength training, dance, gymnastics, and martial arts. Of course, we also offer sports, arts, music, theater, nightly all-camp evening programs (such as dances and talent shows), and all the traditional camp activities."