Best New Jersey Performing Arts Camps Summer 2026 Directory

CAMP FACILITIES: Our New Providence facility houses large rehearsal studios, dance rooms, and lesson rooms. Our Musical Theater Camp is held at the campus of The Pingry School in Basking Ridge, where we rehearse and perform in spacious dance rooms, 2 main-stage theaters, and choir rooms. We have lunch in a large, sunny cafeteria.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Musical Theater Camp: In the morning we participate in skill-based classes in dance, acting and musical theater. After lunch there is a "wildcard" session in which we do something different each day. Past wildcards have included: master classes with Billy Elliot's (and the new film of Annie's) Stephanie Kurtzuba, master classes with film, T.V. and Broadway casting directors Paul Russell and Bobby Cline, workshop with technical director Brian Lynch, Hip-Hop Choreography, Theater Dance with Laura Chaneski, Playwriting, Poster Design, Musical Theater History and Voice Class.

The last two hours of camp is our Performance Workshop, where we will be preparing for our performance which will be held on the Friday night at the end of each session on a professional stage. Our staff boasts extensive professional credits including Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tours, regional theater, concert stage, television, film, and commercials. One of our young campers from last summer went directly from our camp to a starring role on Broadway as Lulu in Sarah Bareilles' hit musical Waitress! She performed a number that she had learned at our camp during her Waitress audition.

The New Jersey Jazz Academy at Elefante Music hosts 2 summer camps: Elefante All-Star Jazz Ensemble Camp and Jammin' Jazz Juniors Camp. These camps are unique opportunities for experienced jazz players. Students will pick up solid skills to enhance their school ensembles Both camps culminate in a Friday night performance on the last day of camp.

Dance/Drama Intensive Camp: In Dance Intensive, students: - Learn a variety of dance styles - Improve overall technique - Take classes in: Ballet, Tap, Lyrical, Jazz, Modern, Hip Hop, Musical Theater & More! - Rehearse for the Dance Performance at end of week! In Drama Intensive, students explore: - Acting/Improv Games - Character Development, Set Design & Costumes, Props - Get their own part, script and lines - Rehearse for a play to be performed at the end of the week.

At Rock Band Camp campers will play in a wide range of contemporary musical styles (rock, R&B, soul, etc.) and will learn what it's like to be "studio musicians" - artists who provide backing for bands and soloists in recording studios and in live performances. Rock camp culminates in a Friday night performance on the last day of camp.

At our NEW Percussion Camp, percussionists will work with internationally recognized guest artists and clinicians in many different percussion disciplines.

Broadway Beginners camp: children aged 3-5 enjoy a wonderful camp experience as singing, dancing, and acting is seamlessly integrated into a 1/2 day of fun!

Acting for the Camera Camp: Here's a unique and fun opportunity to study the techniques used by film, television, and commercial actors. Learn how to make the camera work for you. Each camper will receive his/her own video "reel" at the end of the camp.

Just Strings Camp is a week dedicated to violin, viola, cello, and bass players! Play fun pieces in an ensemble setting. Improve intonation and create a beautiful tone.

Jump-Start Instrumental Camp. Kids starting the first year on their school instruments will enter their school bands or orchestras confident and ready to make music!

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: High school-aged interns. Interview required.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Year-round classes in musical theater, voice, dance, and acting. Year-round lessons in all instruments.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Musical Theater Camp: Session I: June 26 - July 7. Session II: July 10 - 21. Session III: July 24 - August 4. Times: 9:00am-3:00pm Performance: 7:00pm on last Friday of each session. Tuition is $725 per session.

Elefante All-Star Jazz Ensemble Camp: June 26-July 7th, 8:00am-10:00am. Tuition is $300.

Jammin' Jazz Juniors Camp: June 26-July 7th, 10:30am-12:30pm. Tuition is $300.

Percussion Camp: July 17-July 21, 1:00pm-5:15pm. Tuition is $399.

Rock Band Camp: July 24-August 4. 9:30am-11:30am. Tuition is $300.

Dance/Acting Camp: August 7-August 11. 9:00am-3:30pm. Tuition is $275 for one camp; $500 for both camps.

Broadway Beginners Camp: August 14-August 18. 9:00am-12:00pm. Tuition is $275.

Acting for the Camera Camp: August 21-August 25. Tuition is $275.

Just Strings Camp: August 21-August 25. 3:30pm-5:00pm. Tuition is $150.

Jump-Start Instrumental Camp: August 28-September 1. 9:30am-12:30pm. Tuition is $300.

CAMP FACILITIES: Our facility includes large playgrounds for ages 3-10, indoor and outdoor basketball, outdoor nature center, picnic grove, and field space. There is an archery range and sand volleyball court on the grounds. Camp includes access to the large aquatics facility at Crystal Springs and YMCA outdoor pool on site.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: *ACA accredited camp!* At the YMCA, we’re for youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. We believe the camp experience should provide children with an opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills, develop their character and build their self esteem, while feeling safe and accepted.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: 7The YMCA has a counselor in training program that is designed to help participants learn to work with children through team building, specific training sessions, leadership training workshops, hands on experiences, and group work. CIT sessions fro 2015 are:
June 26-July 21
July 31-August 25

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial aid is provided through the YMCA Strong Kids Campaign, Perform Care, and state childcare contracts.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): The YMCA has family membership opportunities that involve the family in regular program, wellness, and special events.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Our 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick facility has a state-of-the-art fitness center, offering membership and wellness programs including personal training and group exercise classes. A state-licensed child care facility, we provide child care and youth programs in the great tradition of the YMCA, including: preschool, after school care and school age child care, infant and toddler day care, swim lessons, swim team, youth sports, and more. Outdoor facilities include a picnic grove, playgrounds, field space, and outdoor teaching pool.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Call 732-257-4114 for an opportunity to meet the camp director. Visit Our Camp Website Link: www.raritanvalleyymca.org for camp open house dates.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Register by the week:
June 19 - September 1, 2017
$275 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm ages 3-5
$310 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades K-7
$330 per 1 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades 6-8
$630 per 4 week session 7:30am-6:30pm grades 9-10 for counselor in training program

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Raritan Valley Y is looking for camp counselors and program specialists for our 2017 summer camp season. Applicants should be dependable, patient, mature, honest, and positive, and should be ready for a fun experience working with kids. Interested applicants should contact bdempsey[AT]raritanvalleyymca.org or send resume to Raritan Valley YMCA, 144 Tices Lane, East Brunswick, NJ 08816, ATTN: Brenda Dempsey.

CAMP FACILITIES: 23,000 square foot space with theater, studios, labs art room - MAC campers do not get rained out.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Starting now kids ages three to 14 can enroll in an array of summer camp experiences available from June 15 – September 4, 2015 at Middletown Arts Center (MAC). MAC Camp goes beyond typical summer offerings with creative arts and STEM oriented programs, available the entire summer in half or full day sessions, with per week options. A free, supervised lunch period is included for children who sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, creating a full day of creative fun.

‘Club MAC’ offers busy parents before and after care during camp from 7 am until the start of the morning session and again in the afternoon from 3 pm to 6 pm. Registrants can book by phone at 732.706.4100, on site or online at Our Camp Website Link: www.middletownarts.org.

Hula Frog, the national network of community guides for parents, anointed MAC’s summer camp as “Most Loved” 2015.

Highlights from more than 100 different weekly options include:

• “Space Adventure Bricks 4 Kidz” (6+) - Delve into space exploration and build NASA inspired models

• “3D Printing Design a Toy” (6+) – Create, print and paint your own action figure

• “Weaving Workshop” (7+) – Learn the ancient art of weaving on a loom with a hip, modern spin

• “Fins and Mermaids”(4-8) - Draw and paint sea creatures from sharks to glittering mermaids

• “Jump and Jingle”(3-5) - Dance, sing and play instruments you create from maracas to guitars

• “Teenz Fine Art Studio” (12+) - Older students refine technique while exploring self expression

• “Theater Workshop” (8-13) - Write, direct and perform a one-act play on stage

• “Frozen Frolics” (4+) - Sing, dance and craft all things relating to the movie “Frozen”

• “Make Your First Video Game” (11-14) – Explore graphics, sounds and basic coding concepts

• “Intro to Orchestra for Strings” (9-14) – Finale is an orchestral performance in MAC’s auditorium.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Classes are available year round for adults and children of all ages.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.middletownarts.org for a complete brochure.

CAMP FACILITIES: We will be hosting our camps at our school which is also a state-of-the-art recording studio equipped with the most professional recording gear on the East Coast!

Students will also get to rock out outside in our huge outdoor staging area. Get the feel of performing at an epic outdoor festival!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Improve your singing in our A Cappella Bootcamp and learn how to harmonize with other voices

March to the beat of your own drum in our Drumline camp

Learn how to play your favorite songs Guitar or Ukulele so you can play the summer away!

All of our camps are led by our expert teachers who are active musicians and have years of experience working with students of all ages.

Space is limited, so enroll today! Register before June 1st for discount pricing!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Visit our website for more information about specific camp dates and times!

CAMP FACILITIES: State-of-the-art music classroom

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Within the camp, students will be placed into age-based, developmentally-appropriate groups to give students the most optimal musical experience. In these groups, each singer will develop their love of music, further develop vocal skills, and increase musical knowledge and understanding. The camp will culminate in a showcase performance for friends and family at 1:30pm on the final day. Please bring a lunch each day. All students entering grades 2-12 are welcome (students will be split into groups by age during the camp day).

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Faculty: Matthew LaPine (Director of The Rise up Chorus), Stephen Sands (Artistic Director), Dan Foster (Founder and Director of Aoede Consort), and Gabrielle San Roman (graduate of Westminster Choir College)

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Voices 2020 - July 20 - July 23
Tuition: $200 (early bird); $225 thereafter

CAMP FACILITIES: Wonderful enclosed bunks for each age group. Enclosed building for the dinning hall, gymnastics, all of the art classes and an amazing theater. Individual age specific fields for junior, intermediate, and senior sports including separate hockey, soccer, basketball and softball fields. Also tennis courts, a go-kart track, bungee trampoline and amazing high and low ropes course with elements ideally built for both 2nd grade and up as well as 1st grade and below. Our lake is 5 miles long and offers endless opportunities in sailing, canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding and with a beautiful pontoon boat for our little ones to just go exploring. There is not much we do not have available and with 20 acres the only thing we can not do on camp is ride mountain bikes for miles so we do that right next door on a 300 acre preserve. Looking forward to enriching and exploring with you!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: With over 75 years of history Lakeview is rich in tradition and community. We believe in allowing your children wonderful opportunities to explore and discover their talents and creativity through our extensive and carefully crafted programs. Our college age counselors & experienced adult specialists and administrators will not only help develop your child's confidence but ensure a safe and amazing summer filled with enrichment & challenge. Because camp is supposed to be a welcomed home away from home of course bus transportation & hot lunch is provided daily. Call us to schedule a private tour we look forward to meeting you.

Be as creative as you can in cooking, ceramics and woodshop or play to your hearts content in hockey, soccer, tennis, basketball, or even gaga. Then on the different side of things test your skills in Mtn. Biking, ropes course, or kayaking on the lake. Then never stop learning with pioneering, archery, and Robotics & Mad Science. With a total camper to staff ratio of almost 3 to 1, well trained specialists, seasoned adult leadership team, and international staff to share their cultures and experiences, your children could not be in better hands. We look forward to expanding their horizons, increasing their self confidence, building their skills, and creating amazing new members of the LakeView family.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: For 10th graders we have our LakeView Leadership Program which is a combination of camp activities, travel program and daily learning opportunities surrounding the role of a counselor.

OTHER CAMP INFO: ACA Accredited

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit our website enrollment information page for current tuition rates and sessions. We offer 4,5, 6,7, and 8 week sessions to all ages groups.

CAMP FACILITIES: Black box theatre

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Designed for our middle school performers, ages 11-14, this 2-week intensive focuses on enhancing stage presence, character development, vocal technique and dance through a series of selections appropriate to our theme. This workshop culminates with a final performance for family and friends

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Jul 08 - Jul 18, 1:00PM-4:00PM
Refer to website for more info: Our Camp Website Link: www.porchlightproductions.org

CAMP FACILITIES: We are located at the Broadway Bound Dance Center

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Ballerina Show Camp
An introduction to the world of ballet, students will learn basic ballet along with creative movement, stories and a dance. The Last class they will perform for you with the costumes they have created with props!

Jazzy Bugs Show Camp
An introduction to jazz/hip hop will be taught to these beginner students. Warm-ups, isolations, dance games and creative movement. The Last class they will perform for you with costumes and a prop created by the class.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ballerina Show Camp 3-5 yrs. July 8-11
Jazzy Bugs Show Camp 6-8 July 15-18
Refer to website for more information

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Easter Seals New Jersey Camp Merry Heart Respites are designed to accommodate adults with disabilities who require minimal to moderate supervision and support with personal care. Camp Merry Heart provides a wide variety of recreation and activities to people of all ages and all types of disabilities and special needs. Well over 30,000 individuals have been served since its doors opened in 1954.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Camp Merry Heart is a DDD, Real Life Choice, Perform Care qualified facility. Easter Seals New Jersey also provide camperships to those families who may require additional assistance.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Merry Heart is a year round facility providing both on-site camp respites and Off-site Hotel and Travel programs. Camp Merry Heart's facilities are also available for rental for your community group, company, family retreat, etc.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Merry Heart also offers: fishing, boating, splash pad, archery, biking, hiking, challenge courses, nature studies, zip line, arts & crafts, gardening, climbing tower, karaoke, music & media, dancing, talent shows, and more!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please view our website for a current list of all programs, availability and prices at Our Camp Website Link: www.nj.easterseals.com or phone or main office at 908-852-3896.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Easter Seals New Jersey - Camp Merry Heart is currentl seeking the following positions at our Hackettstown New Jersey location:

Summer Camp Counselors
Rope Course Instructors
Summer Lifeguards/waterfront guards
Hotel & Travel Coordinator 21+ w/ excellent driving recordFall, Winter, Spring Program Specialist
Summer Residential RN / LPN to run our Health Center

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp has its own waterfront with a fleet of canoes, kayaks, rowboats, and paddle boats that offers a wide variety of waterfront activities. Athletic facilities include a blacktop area, 2 sports fields, an archery range, rock climbing wall (real rock!), and challenge course. For indoor activities, each camp has a recreation hall and an arts and crafts cabin.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer camps are accredited by the American Camp Association(ACA). What does this mean? It shows that we have undergone a thorough review of our operation to maintain accreditation. ACA camps must meet up to 300 standards for health, safety and program quality. These benchmarks are recognized as standards of the camp community. Accreditation is voluntary; our accreditation reflects our commitment to maintaining industry standards. For more information about ACA visit their website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.acacamps.org

With a variety of day camp programs for 5-16 yr olds and sleep-away camp programs for 8-17 yr olds, the YMCA truly offers something for everyone.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Please see our website: Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): For family camp info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
For complete info, please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.ymcagbc.org.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Hiring for Summer Camp 2018 has begun!  The YMCA of Greater Bergen County operates summer day and resident camps in Harriman State Park, NY every summer. For Day Camp employment enquiries contact Mary Sullivan, Day Camp Director at msullivan[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x205. For Resident Camp employment enquiries contact Martin Richards, Resident Camp Director at mrichards[AT]ymcagbc.org or 201-487-6600 x220.

CAMP FACILITIES:
Activities run the gamut from sports, crafts, performing arts, music and horseback riding. Campers participate in swim lessons, nature and our favorite Gaga! Our camps sits on 66 acres and has 45,000 sq. of air-conditioned buildings. Tall Pines is accredited by the ACA and is state certified.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Campers are grouped by age and gender and are closely supervised. Junior Camp, ages 3 – 6, are placed in small groups and led through pre-set activities. Middle Campers, 7-9, and Senior Campers, 10-12, participate in an elective program in addition to their regular schedule.

Our Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program, ages 13-14, have the best of both worlds, since they get to be campers half the day and train for staff positions the other half. They also go on weekly trips to places like Great Adventure and Dorney Park. As an option, the CITs can travel with our Teens on Wheels Program. CITs can become staffers after finishing ninth grade.

There is something for everyone at Tall Pines. Activities run the gamut from sports, crafts and performing and music arts. Over 800 campers participate in horseback riding, swim lessons, nature, X-Box game room, and our favorite Gaga! NEW this year our 50’ high zip tower with twin 700 ft. zip lines! Our camp sits on 66 acres and has 45,000 sq. ft. of air-conditioned buildings. Tall Pines accredited by the American Camp Association and is state certified.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT program for 7th and 8th Graders: Weekly trips, Weekend getaway Trip, 1/2 day with peers 1/2 with bunks training to be counselor.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): 8 weeks
June 24-August 15, 2014

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
8 Weeks
June 23-August 15, 2014
Min 3 weeks
$2300-$4700

CAMP FACILITIES: Children live in camp cabins with up to eight children their age and two staff members. Cabins for younger campers have bathrooms and showers in sleeping areas. For campers aged 10 and up facilities are located just outside their cabin. Teen Adventure Campers are more self-sufficient and live in platform tents, Adirondack shelters or college dorm style environments. We have a 50 acres lake for swimming. boating and nature study, ball fields, a nature center, creative kitchen, wood shop, library, indoor gymnasium and Theater, high and low ropes courses, an indoor climbing wall, outdoor and indoor basketball courts an rustic amphitheater and an Arts and Crafts Center. Our dining hall seats 600 at a time.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Vacamas Teen Camp is a variety of individualized programs designed to challenge, develop skills and educate teenage campers who are 13 to 17 years old." We offer small, specialized programs with 12 to 24 campers in each group. Our Teen Programs foster independence and provide challenges matched to each teenager's individual interests.

In our Teen Programs, emphasis is placed on enhancing an interest or skill, building a sense of independence, teaching a mature decision-making process and participating in positive community involvement.

All of our programs are designed to assist each teenager in taking the next step in their personal growth and development through a fun, safe, enriching, and challenge- based environment. The Teen Programs are full camp experiences, combining traditional camping activities such as land and water sports, crafts, drama, nature, hiking, cook-outs, and campfires with the special areas of concentration the teenage camper has chosen. All specialized supplies and equipment for each program are provided by Camp Vacamas at no additional cost.

The majority of our Teen Programs are scheduled in 19-day sessions matched to our Junior Camp schedule. Our Theater Program and our Leadership-In-Training Program (LIT) are both six-week sessions.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE-BASED PROGRAMS Vacamas Teen Camp offers four Outdoor Journey-Based programs tailored to the interests of the adventurous teenager. All of our adventure programs entail developing skills in outdoor living. During an initial week of skill and team-building, campers learn to live and cook in an outdoor environment, set up tents, build campsites and develop their outdoor skills. They then embark on a journey of their choice ranging from Backpacking along the Appalachian Trail, Canoeing the Delaware River passing through New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, Biking through Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country, or Novice Rock Climbing in Northwest New Jersey.

All of our adventure programs have Team Leaders who are trained in the specific skills of each journey. Lifeguards accompany the teens on any water-based adventures. One member of each team is certified in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS Basketball Skills and Drills: (BSD) is offered to the camper who wants to either develop or perfect his or her ability in basketball. Skill level ranges from beginners to advanced basketball players. At least two hours each day is devoted to learning and improving skill level. The remainder of each day is spent in traditional camp activities.

Exercise, Sports and Nutrition: (ESP&N) The ESP&N Program was created for campers who are interested in developing skills in various areas of sports and concerned about being fit enough to play those sports. At least two hours each day is spent on enhancing skills in several areas of athletic endeavors such as Volleyball, Soccer, Softball, and other team sports from around the world. The teens are also involved In Nutrition seminars and given healthy cooking lessons in their own teaching kitchen.

Healthy Lifestyles: Our Healthy Lifestyles Program is designed for the teen who is struggling with weight management. In today's society the educational and medical communities are concerned about the rise of Obesity during the childhood years. Healthy Lifestyles is dedicated to teaching overweight teens to control their own environment to produce and maintain a healthy weight. This is done through appropriate exercise designed by our certified fitness trainer and through cooking classes, healthy shopping expeditions with tutorials and seminars on proper nutrition.

The traditional camp program is modified to meet the needs of the child who may struggle with extremely rigorous activities.

Performing Arts: The Theater Program is a performing arts program designed for the teenager whose interest lies in the entire range of creating, producing and performing in a live production. We focus on musicals to show case the teen's talents in vocal, acting and dance. This is a six-week program. The time at Camp includes preparing for a major presentation, as well as participating in traditional camp activities. All participants are taught about all aspects of creating a performance including building sets, creating props, designing costumes, as well as the acting, dancing, singing and choreographing the entire production.

At the culmination of the six-week program, the production is presented to the entire camp in the Leonard Franklin Theater, which has professional staging, sound systems and lighting. The families of each of the participants are invited to see the final production.

Culinary Arts: The Culinary Arts Program is designed for the teenager whose interest lies in the whole range of culinary skills. We will host cook offs and bake offs and will create our own Vacamas Chef Game Show. It will entail preparing existing recipes to creating their own creations in a professional commercial kitchen with all the restaurant equipment. The program will showcase their newly learned skills with the serving of a full course meal prepared for specifically invited guests.

Life Guard Training: The LGT Program is designed for the 15 who is a strong swimmer. It is a 3 week experience that incorporates traditional Teen camp activities with 2 hours a day of training which includes lifesaving, CPR and First Aid. It gives the young person a marketable skill which enables them to work after school or in the summers at facilities that employ certified lifeguards.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: LIT Program. Leadership in Training (LIT) the program is offered to the Teen who will be 16 by the end of the current calendar year. The Program is intended for the adolescent who is interested in working in a camp environment in several different areas. Workshop topics include general childcare, camp programming, leadership skills, positive communication and reinforcement, dealing with behavior problems, creating a positive and healthy group, and developing and running specialty areas.

After completion of the initial orientation, workshops and team-building activities, the LIT spends four hours per day assigned to different areas of camp under the tutelage of an experienced staff member. A portion of their time is spent on community service projects, such as a Camp construction project, or at service learning off camp site such as Habitat for Humanity.

The LIT Program is a very selective program. In order to be accepted into this group, the participants must have three recommendations from their high school staff or former employers. After successfully completing this program, the LIT may be offered a position as a salaried Junior Staff member for the following summer.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Some are available on request

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 June 28th-July 9th Session 2 July 12th - July 30th Session 3 August 2nd - August 20th Each child's fee is set individually, taking into account family income and size and using our sliding fee scale. We strive to make summer camp safe, fun and affordable for all.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Jobs available:
Counselor
Lifeguard
Arts Specialist
Education Specialist
Kitchen Staff
Housekeeping
Maintenance

CAMP FACILITIES: The Sparta Elks Lodge is located on the boardwalk of Lake Mohawk in beautiful Sparta NJ. Sparta is in Northwest NJ in scenic Sussex County.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: An award winning summer theater camp. With professional actors in the field.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarships are available to those who qualify. Contact the camp main office for a scholarship application.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session I - Legally Blonde Jr.
*Mon. to Fri. 9:00 am-3:00 pm
July 5th - July 22nd
July 23rd Camp show open to the public.

*Session II -Once On This Island Jr.
Mon. to Fri. 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
July 25th -August 12th
August 13th Camp show open to the public.

CAMP FACILITIES: Summit has approx. 30 traditional wooden cabins with electric and private facilities in each cabin. Our main buildings include our newly refinished dining hall, air-conditioned recreational hall, our medical facility, and a newly built outdoor pavilion. Summit utilizes three A frame buildings for our arts programs, a wilderness treehouse with camp fire area for cookouts, newly resurfaced basketball/tennis courts, high/low ropes course with climbing wall, heated pool, private lake, nature fields with a farm area, martial arts dojo, go-kart track with 3 karts. Summit has a small amphitheatre adjacent to our lake, with a miraculous view of our beautiful setting where we enjoy swimming, canoeing, and riding our banana boats. Our camp resides on a gently rising hillside, thus providing us with the physical basis for our motto, "The Magic on the Hill."

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summit Camp is a co-ed sleepaway camp for ages 8-19 years with issues of attention: AD/HD, HFA/Asperger’s Disorder, and/or learning differences. Using the frame of a traditional sleepaway camp, we create platforms of success where our campers can experience outcomes such as improved self-esteem, lasting friendships, and increased independence. This is accomplished through a well-orchestrated and expertly staffed backdrop to a largely traditional camp experience- guided challenges, waterfront, adventure course, and more. It is our goal and desire to take our campers from observing peer interactions to engaging in them, to learn and celebrate their own strengths and successes, and to feel a sense of belonging and shared community with those around them while they are with us.

Our Teen Travel program extends the Summit community to provide a safe yet exciting adventure to one of our many attractive national and international destination tours offering 14 day and 19 day excursions. Summit Weekenders provide a youth-group style social retreat for adolescents to have an oasis of independence, enjoyment, and success during the school year months. Regardless of the specific program, Summit provides an expertly staffed, highly structured, and truly fun experience for our youth, and has been doing so since 1969. Summit is accredited by the American Camp Association and takes pride in our long term commitment to and successes in working with special needs youth.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our Transitions to Adult Living Skills program for youth aged 15-19 provides learning and vocational opportunities for our teens. We also have vocational programs for upper camp including, big brother/big sister, waiter/waitressing, working in a specialty area or as UL assistant, photography, and more. Our SUPER TEEN program focuses on building the executive function and daily living skills OUR kids needs to succeed as independently as possible.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Summit provides weekender programs in metropolitan areas throughout the country which run from Friday evening until Sunday mid-day that provide an oasis of social involvement for our youth. NY/NJ and DC/VA weekenders meet on a monthly basis.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Summit has the following resident summer staff in addition to our dual layer of counselors and specialists. • Team of senior directorship including a Master's of Education, licensed social worker, counseling psychologist, and school psychologist. • On site Physician and group of RN's for excellent medication management and treatment on site. • Head counselor who has been a proud member of the Summit community since 1983. We pride ourselves on our ongoing support and training of our staff and our phenomenal return rate of excellent seasonal staff who help us orchestrate and bring the magic to our youth year after year.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Ongoing information can be found on our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.summitcamp.com
Travel Tours 2018: Southeast Theme Parks; San Francisco and Hawaii; Disney Alaskan Cruise

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
We would love to hear from interested applicants! We are looking for staff 20+ years of age. Counselors have prior experience working with our populations and are looking for a unique opportunity to develop skills and experience in the best setting, with the best supervision, available!

Our specialty teams include waterfront, arts, performing arts, adventure, nature, science, computers, athletics, and go-karting.

We are looking for specialty teachers that have experience leading youth and instructing others in their given area.

Please contact Leah Love, MS, leahl[AT]summitcamp.com, with interest in working for us. You may have never considered a special needs camp program- but let us show you why working for us may be the summer of a lifetime!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Please visit out website for more information, Our Camp Website Link: www.rbaymca.org

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS:

COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM: Ages 13-15. In our CIT Program, teens have the opportunity to shadow our Day Camp leaders and develop leadership skills. While in the program, emphasis is on the development of values and leadership skills, self-esteem, goal setting, environmental awareness, camping skills and the confidence necessary to make the transition from camper to counselor. Space is limited.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: YCARES is a financial assistance program designed to establish reduced fee arrangements with individuals based on their circumstances and their demonstrated ability to pay. Assistance may be limited by the resources available at the time the application is processed.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS:

Holiday Care, Ages: 3-13: Take advantage of Holiday Care while school is on break! Children will enjoy structured activities including crafts, games, sports, and swimming at the YMCA.

Please provide tennis shoes, bathing suit and towel for your child. Please provide your child with a healthy bagged lunch, we will provide a PM healthy snack.

Registration is required!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please visit out website for more information, at: Our Camp Website Link: www.rbaymca.org.

CAMP FACILITIES: The Simon Forum is a modern top notch athletic facility with a state of the art multi sport surface. The lunch meals are prepared by the campus dining hall.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This is a fencing camp with all weapons, sabre, foil, epee offered. Kids with zero experience entering 5th through 9th grade are welcome. Kids with fencing experience 4th through 8th are welcome.

Camp Director, Vince Paragano, is the head fencing coach for Drew University. He is also the founder of the Bernards HS Fencing Team and the Governor Livingston Fencing Team. He is a multi Pan-American gold medal winner. He is one of few college fencing coaches who are still actively competing. Two of his children were top performing NJ high school fencers.

Camp Assistant Director, Dayn DeRose, is the former head coach for Drew University of 25 years. He is the head coach of South Mountain Fencing in Madison, NJ. He is a certified Maestro d' Arms with the US Fencing Coaches Association.

Camp Head Coach, Jerry Duffey, is the head coach for the Chatham High School Fencing Teams. The 2018-19 teams were the most successful yet in Chatham fencing, winning both the boys' and girls' NJAC Conference Championships, 3 District-1 Squad Championships, 2 District-1 Individual Champions, Morris County Boys' Team Championship and Individual Champion, Santelli Women's Sabre Squad bronze medal and Team 4th, Cetrulo Men's Sabre silver medal and team 7th, NJSIAA Fencing State Squads Men's Sabre silver medal and Women's Sabre bronze medal, NJSIAA Fencing Individual State Men's Sabre 4th, 5th, and 12th place, three NJSIAA Fencing All State Team Members.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Several of the camp coaches are available for private lessons. Several of the coaches run middle school or high school fencing teams in the area and can help you start a team at your school.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration and payment are available online at Jr.DrewRangersFencing.com Space is limited.
The cost is $525 per student.
Check-in is July 21, 1 PM - 3 PM.
Sessions are July 22 - 26
Start time is 9 AM. End time is 4:45 PM with pickup by 5 PM.
Lunch is included as part of the camp, M-F.
A wrap up tournament is being scheduled for July 27th.

CAMP FACILITIES: The numerous program facilities at Camp Louemma are well maintained and designed for the enjoyment of every camper. These facilities include a brand-new Olympic size, heated swimming pool with water slides, private lake, tennis and beach volleyball courts, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, softball and soccer fields, lighted hockey rink, archery range, climbing tower with zip line, gaga arena, mountain biking trails, mini-golf course, amphitheater, playground and more. Our indoor recreation hall, performing arts theatre, arts and crafts center, canteen, and radio station guarantee that rain or shine, there is always plenty to do at Camp Louemma.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Summer is a very special time when a child seeks to learn, explore and develop new skills, hobbies and interests.

The Camp Louemma program is specifically designed to meet the diverse and ever-expanding recreational needs and interests of our campers. Because our emphasis is on participation, personal achievement and skill attainment rather than on competition alone, campers of every age and skill level are made to feel comfortable and successful.

Through the use of scheduled activity periods and structured electives, each camper can experience a well-rounded program that includes athletics, aquatics, creative and performing arts and outdoor adventure. Our elective program allows each camper to have direct input into their daily schedule. During elective periods campers may wish to try new activities, concentrate on their favorite ones or enhance their existing skills by participating in individualized instruction or clinics. Each activity is conducted in a supportive, encouraging manner by an experienced counselor or specialist.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: At age 15 we offer a Camper-Worker program where every other day the campers help the wait staff in our dining room. This program trains our campers for the following year when they become staff members at age 16. This program is called the WIT program (Workers In Training) where 16 and 17 year olds work as waiters and waitresses in our dining room.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We off scholarship on a case by case basis according to income and circumstance. Additionally, we offer the $1000 One Happy Camper Grant for all first time campers.

OTHER CAMP INFO: At Camp Louemma we have exciting evening activities such as luaus down at the lake, campfires, pool parties, game show nights, scavenger and treasure hunts, and DJ socials, just to name a few. We also go on several out-of-camp trips each session to places such as Action Park Water-Slide Park, Wawayanda State Park (a lake beach for sand castle building contests and swimming), mine tours, Sussex County Fair, Renaissance Fair, white water rafting, bowling and movies, as well as others.

Our teen campers, ages 13-15, also attend one overnight trip each session. We also bring in outside entertainment to camp from time to time...rock bands, magicians, DJs, hypnotists, etc. Please see our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.camplouemma.com for more info about our program.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Main Camp (Grades 2-7)

Full Summer: June 25th to August 6th- $8295
Session 1: June 24th to July 15th - $4725
Session 2: July 15th to August 5th - $4725

Tuition includes ALL day trips, canteen, laundry, T-shirt and bunk photo.
Spending money for trips and transportation to and from camp are not included.

Teen Camp (Grades 8-10)

Full Summer: June 25th to August 6th- $8895
Session 1: June 24th to July 15th - $5025
Session 2: July 15th to August 5th - $5025
Tuition includes ALL day and overnight trips, canteen, laundry, T-shirt and bunk photo.
Spending money for trips and transportation to and from camp are not included.

Credits for First-Time Campers
$1000 - One Happy Camper Grant
Please call for more info on first time camper incentives!

For more information please logon to: Our Camp Website Link: www.camplouemma.com.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have 3 pools, tennis and basketball courts, trips for 4th grade and older, weekly entertainment, and more!!

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: CC Camp Ruach is an extraordinary day camp located at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center on over 14 beautiful acres of land. Our 8-week program offers campers ages 15 months through grade 9 a fun-filled summer!

JCC Camp Ruach is dedicated to your child's safety and well-being. We know your child will have a fantastic summer through our supportive and nurturing environment while participating in a wide variety of activities and dynamic programs we offer. Each week the campers take part in special events such as: Entertainment, Camp Carnival, JCC Maccabi Games (Camp Olympics), Camp Show and more! Summertime is an opportunity for children to play, experiment and grow with friends.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Our CIT's are teenagers entering 10th grade. They work with a camp group and are supervised by a Senior and Junior counselor.

Our LIT's are campers entering 7th, 8th and 9th grade. They do community service, team building,work in camp groups, swim and more.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Scholarship is availabe as needed.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We offer reunions for campers throughout the year. Check our website for information.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our website for more information.

CAMP FACILITIES: All of our camps are held at private luxurious hotels and resorts with classrooms, gaming suites, pools, basketball courts, and huge 2 bedroom suites for overnight guests.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Harness your child’s energy for video games to fuel their future, improve self-confidence, and socialize.

Creativity, critical thinking, communication & collaboration: we emphasize the 4Cs needed for success in today’s media-driven world.

Hands-on projects spark curiosity and the sense of accomplishment that accelerates transition from hesitation to independence. Our groups are intentionally kept small, and our staff encourage the kinds of peer interaction that easily make friends.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We offer Leadership programs for campers ages 16 - 19.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We offer no-fee payment plans. Also, see Our Camp Website Link: www.gamecamp.com for current discounts and promotions.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
$699 (Day Camp)
$1,399 (Overnight Camp)

Go to Our Camp Website Link: www.gamecamp.com for all the details.

2023 Camp Dates + Locations

Alpharetta, GA
May 29 - June 16, 2023

Charlotte, NC
June 18 - 30, 2023

Herndon, VA
July 2 - 14, 2023

Morristown, NJ
July 16 - 28, 2023

Saddle River, NJ
July 30 - August 11, 2023

Waltham, MA
August 13 - 25, 2023

CAMP FACILITIES: Campers live in six easily accessible modern cabins, a dining hall, health center, adapted gymnasium, indoor/outdoor barrier-free pool, boardwalk trail in the woods, campsite, activites building with a stage, rec hall and many activity rooms.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp Oakhurst has trained and experienced counselors, activity specialists, barrier-free facilities and adapated activities to allow for a stay at Oakhurst to be an enriching, fun and memorable experience for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Campers discover new abilities and new strengths, which helps foster more independence and self confidence. Music and drama, arts and crafts, media arts, nature, recreation, cooking and off-camp trips...these are Camp Oakhurst activities available to our campers during every summer camp or year-round respite session (and swimming 6 months a year!)

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Campers with New York or New Jersey state eligibility may have part or all of their fees covered. Scholarships/sliding fee scale available.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Off-season respite 2-7 days/nights.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Camp Oakhurst, established in 1906, is operated by New York Service for the Handicapped (NYSH), an independent non-profit social service agency with offices in New York City and Oakhurst, New Jersey. NYSH serves children, teens and adults with physical and developmental disabilities, including autism. Our campus is fully accessible and barrier free for wheelchair users, including our heated swimming pool, and is only about 55 miles south of New York City. Transportation from New York City is available. While we have a 9 week summer camp program, we also provide over 150 days of year-round overnight respite stays of 2-7 days in length and offer a day recreation program for adults living in Monmouth County, NJ.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Adults (ages 20 and up): June 17-June 24 Children (ages 8-19): June 27 to July 9 Children (ages 8-19): July 11 to July 23 Children (ages 8-19): July 25-August 6 Youth Diagnosed with Autism (ages 8-21): August 14-19 Youth Diagnosed with Autism (ages 8-21): August 29- September 2nd Please visit nysh.org/services for more information and call 732-531-0215 for information on fees. Campers with New York or New Jersey state eligiblity may have part or all of their fees covered. Scholarships/sliding fee scale available.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Registered Nurses needed for the summer 2016. June to September. Salary plus room and board.

Summer camp counselors for the summer of 2016 June to September. Salary plus room and board.

CAMP FACILITIES: 12 bunk rooms, outdoor pool, cafeteria, arts & crafts room, gym, game room, outdoor playground, basketball courts, outdoor fields.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Sign up for the summer of a lifetime at Camp Gan Israel Highland Park! For ages 3-12! Unbelievable packed schedule: Trips, Swimming, Karate, Theatre, Dance, Sports, A/C, Edible Crafts, Mad Science, Archery, Game room, Scrapbooking, Outdoor Hunt, Daily Hot lunches & Snacks, Shabbos Party, Prize Store, Challah Baking and lots more! Check us on the web: Our Camp Website Link: www.Ganisraelnj.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: CIT Program for girls entering 8th grade.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Rates are per week: Day Camp: $275 ($2020 for summer) Please check our website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.GanIsraelNJ.com.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Pool Staff: *The Head Lifeguard is required to be 22+. Lifeguards are required to be post high school. *Certifications: Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED, WSI a plus. *Have a minimum of: two years experience consisting cumulatively of at least 16 weeks as a children’s camp lifeguard.

Pool staff are required to have strong communication and leadership skills, strong risk management and safety awareness, and a thorough knowledge and application of lifeguard surveillance and rescue techniques.

All pool staff are responsible for guarding their area of responsibility, responding to any level of incident around the entire facility, enforcing our rules fairly and politely, checking and maintaining pool chemicals (head guard), ensuring member safety, being patient and enthusiastic while teaching and holding productive lessons, setting up and cleaning up lesson station,and other tasks assigned by the Director and Head Lifeguard.

CAMP FACILITIES: Rustic cabins surround the large play field and provide a cool retreat after fun in the sun. Miles of hiking trails surround the camp. Girls have the opportunity to enjoy nature and spend time in small and large group activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Day camp sessions run from July 6 - August 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m, Monday through Friday, for girls entering grades K to 10. Before and after care is also available.

Girls are grouped according to age in units. Girls participate in a program theme each week along with art studio, hiking, outdoor cooking, nature, sports, games, archery (grades 2 and up), and all-camp activities. During their time at camp, girls will develop a sense of responsibility and independence in a relaxed, non-competitive setting.

Campers in grades 4 and up can opt to participate in an 1-night overnight during sessions 2,4,6.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Our camp program is based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Several of our programs are designed for girls to earn a full badge or part of a badge during their time at camp.

Our summer day camp fees include all activity supplies, t-shirt (one per camper), daily snacks, and bus transportation.

Camp program listings and registration are available on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Session 1 - July 6-10, 2019
Session 2 - July 13-17, 2019
Session 3 - July 20-24, 2019
Session 4 - July 27-31, 2019
Session 5 - August 3-7, 2019
Session 6 - August 10-14, 2019

Prices range from $345-$650 per session.

A full list of program offerings and fees is located in our Camp Guide, located at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
The OVAL Day Camp provides fun and education programs that are designed to give girls new and unique opportunities to learn, grow, and make friends.

All staff participate in a week of pre-camp training where they become oriented to the camp, job responsibilities, procedures, and rules and work on their counseling and camp skills. The OVAL follows the program standards for health, safety, and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, the American Camp Association and the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards are followed.

Staff positions and applications are available on our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our directors are professional, certified by the State of New Jersey educators with backgrounds in teacher and theater-arts. They teach in area school districts working with children from ages 6 - 15.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Registration is $349 per student. Deadline for early registration is May 15. Discounts for additional children are available as well as payment plans.

CAMP FACILITIES: We have a brand new activities building for girls to eat their lunch, programming and more. Our pools offers us the ability for all girls to go swimming and have swim lessons daily, as well as offer a specialty aquatics program. Platform tents, tebins, pavilions and our cabin provide additional program space. Additional program areas include archery, a low ropes course with a zipline, maker space and large fields offer a wide variety of activities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Camp sessions run from July 7 through August 13. Camp DeWitt offers two experiences: General and Specialty.

General Camp programs are designed for girls entering grades K-10 and provide a broad camp experience with varied activities and pool time daily. General Camp programs enable you to experience an array of camp activities every day.

Our Specialty Camp programs are designed for girls entering grades 2-10. Activities are grouped according to program, age, and interest level. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities like hiking, cook-outs, crafts, and games.

GSHNJ camps are a place where each and every girl can feel safe, valued and supported while making new friends and challenging themselves to try new things. Camp staff is committed to ensuring the health, safety and overall well-being of all campers. GSHNJ camps follow the program standards for health, safety and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, ACA, and the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards.

Day camp sessions will run from July 6 through August 14 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday for girls entering Kindergarten to grade 10. In addition to the program theme, girls will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of camp activities which may include hiking, outdoor cooking, nature activities, games, sports, singing, archery (grades 2 and up) and a low ropes course. Our activities building will offer shelter from extreme heat and major storms. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities like hiking, cook-outs, crafts and games.

Our camp program is based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Several of our programs are designed for girls to earn a full badge during the time at camp. Other program may also earn badges or parts of badges. This information will be available after your daughter’s stay at camp.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Earn your Girl Scouts CIT award as you master your leadership and counseling skills. Discover your personal leadership style as you work to identify and build on the strengths you already possess. Participate in activities that teach you skills, attitudes, and behaviors necessary to become a successful counselor in your first week, then work directly with younger campers during your second week.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Financial assistance is available and the application can be found on our website.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp is available for rent. Our camps are beautiful and full of activities like archery, geocaching, ropes courses and more trails than you can imagine. In addition to our exhaustive list of activities, we offer a range of sleeping options, sure to speak to every camper's taste. You can pitch your own tent or stay in one of our winterized cabins—either way, you'll feel right at home.

Girl Scout Programming throughout the year. Becoming a Girl Scout means getting to participate in a ton of fun programs and events. Earn badges, complete journeys and learn new things through our programs designed for girls who are ready to change the world.

Events and activities a la carte. GSHNJ offers opportunities for you, your troop, or group to participate in a staff-led program at a time and location that works for you! Just choose from our extensive menu that includes: Archery, Challenge Course, Mini Zipline, Geocaching, Outdoor Cooking and more.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:

July 7 - July 9, 2020
July 12 - July 16, 2020
July 19 - July 20, 2020
July 26 - July 30, 2020
August 2 - August 6, 2020
August 9 - August 13, 2020

Camp fees vary by program. Add ons, such as before/after care are additional. Each camper will receive one t-shirt for the summer and a daily afternoon snack.

Please go to Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org and click on camp to get the full program fees

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Agnes DeWitt hires enthusiastic and dedicated adults to provide our summer camp program for girls. All camp staff participate in one week of pre-camp training conducted by trained professionals and many have taken additional training in their specialty areas. All waterfront activities are supervised by American Red Cross certified lifeguards.

Camp DeWitt follows the program standards for health, safety and security guidelines of GSHNJ, GSUSA, the American Camp Association, as well as the New Jersey Youth Camp Standards.

Apply online at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Notre Dame High School offers a wireless environment, new science labs, turf playing field with track, newly preforming arts facility and strength and conditioning facilities.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: For more information on Notre Dame High School's summer athletic camps, please visit Notre Dame's website Our Camp Website Link: www.ndnj.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July-August.

For questions on any of the summer offerings at ND, please contact Sean Clancy at 609.882.7900, ext. 160 or email summer[AT]ndnj.org.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: - Live Zooming and friendship-making time (prescheduled so your family can plan ahead!)
- Off-screen activities for independent play and learning (and naps! and yard time!)
- Hands-on activities with real art materials (art camp should be a little messy!)
- Small group sizes ensure that campers receive high quality instruction and individual attention from their teachers.
- Daily movement and mindfulness exercises integrated throughout the day to get the wiggles out

Camp tuition includes an Art Toolbox mailed to your home and a live exhibition every Friday that the whole family can attend, even those living far away.

Camp Staff:
Katerina Romanenko, Ph.D. Assistant Director of Youth and Family Programs

An experienced educator and visual culture historian, Dr. Romanenko specializes in Museum education, art history, American History, and object-based learning in formal and informal environments. She holds a PhD in Art History from the City University of New York and for more than 15 years teaches art history and works in Museum education. She also holds a BA in Education Sciences and has experience in research, development and implementation of educational programs for different age groups.

Alicia Mino, Art Educator, Manager of the School and Community Programs

An accomplished practicing artists and art educator, Alicia Mino received her Master’s in visual communication from the Metropolitan University of Chile, She spent fifteen years in Italy studying art history, oil painting, and sculpture. She presented in numerous art exhibitions and founded the Mates Art and Design Studio, where she taught drawing, oil/acrylic painting, and sculpture fundamentals for ten years. In 2008 Alicia moved to Philadelphia where she continues to exhibit her work and teaches art.

Lindsey Murphy, Art Educator and K-8 Program Coordinator

An art educator with over a decade of experience in the field of education, Lindsey Murphy has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology; concentration in Archaeology from Millersville University, and an Elementary Teaching Certification from Millersville University. She worked as a general education classroom teacher in the Oxford Area School District in Chester County, PA for 8 years, and has worked in PAFA’s education department over the past 11 years creating and implementing numerous museum tours and art making experiences for children and families of all backgrounds, becoming the K-8 Program Coordinator in 2019..

Melissa Hendrixson, Art Educator

Melissa Hendrixson is an artist and art educator who has worked in Museum Education for over five years. She has her Bachelor's of Fine Arts and Studio Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts and has gained experience through assisting the coordination and development of various museum programming including family programs, youth art classes, and summer camps. She now works for the School and Community Partnership Program as an art educator where she develops and implements museum tours, school lessons, and community outreach programs to support student learning, parental engagement and visual literacy initiatives.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: It is our sincere desire that no child be denied the opportunity to attend camp because of financial difficulties. Thanks to our generous donors, PAFA is able to offer a limited number of scholarships.

Please email artcamp[AT]pafa.org to receive a scholarship application

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Friday Art Show

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: PAFA offers a year round programs, online and in person for youth and families that engage parents and children with the museum collection and art-making. Our programs inculde art classes for middle school students, afterschool program for kids 6-11, and Sunday Family workshops. please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

OTHER CAMP INFO: Drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, comic books and graphic novels, collage and mixed media, and video arts.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Dates
June 21 - August 13, 8 weeks

Ages: 6-14 (groups: 6-8; 9-11; 12-14)

Mon-Fri from 9am - 3pm each day (except July 5rd).

For camps description, cost and schedule go to the registration website. Our Camp Website Link: www.pafa.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Assistants and Camp Instructors.
Please visit for current job announcements and apply via 
Our Camp Website Link: hr.pafa.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Our private lake is a highlight, with paddleboards, inflatables to jump on, and clear water to swim in. We've got a pool as well, plus a towering high ropes course, 9 holes of disc golf, creative arts and crafts, and a whole lot more. Summer campers stay in updated rustic cabins or tent cabins.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our summer camp program is defined by empathetic and well-trained counselors, tons of activities, and a small group model that allows kids to easily connect with each other and make new friends. All summer staff undergo a 2-week intensive summer camp training period, defined in part by the NJ summer camp safety act as well as our American Camping Association certification. Johnsonburg summer campers love our staff, and stay in touch long after camp is over.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: We have two Leadership Training Programs, which are not only fun and popular but prepare teens for early adulthood. Find out more info at our dedicated page for summer camp Leadership at:

Our Camp Website Link: www.campjburg.org

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: We regularly give out over $50,000 of scholarships and financial aid on a need-based, first come first served basis. Please contact our office for more information.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): We have two fun family camp weekends, called "Get Away to Play." You can view more information and register for this fun New Jersey summer camp family experience at Our Camp Website Link: www.campjburg.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Johnsonburg hosts a variety of youth events and family fun days throughout the year. Summer is not the only time you can get the New Jersey summer camp experience - bring your whole family to our events. See our calendar and details here: Our Camp Website Link: www.campjburg.org

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see our full slate of programming at Our Camp Website Link: www.campjburg.org