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camp fairs

The NJ Camp Fairs
Camps of all kinds: day, overnight, adventure, computer, ­special interest, special needs, travel and more.
   Meet Camp Directors, get door prizes, free giveaways from camps, free snacks, free DVDs of camps, free brochures, jobs available. Bring the family. Free parking. 2013 Camp Fairs are complete. For a list of participating camps and directions for 2014 camp fairs, visit website or call 732-469-8910.

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camp referral services

academic camps

Many listings under Day Camps, Teen Camps, Education Services and Academic Enrichment offer more academic options for summer.

Chyten Tutors & Test Prep
100 Marketplace Plaza, Basking Ridge, 908-647-9320
227 Millburn Ave., Millburn, 973-564-5220
   Experienced tutors with Master's degrees. Proprietary Chyten curricula and diagnostic tools. Academic support for all grade levels. Expert SAT, ACT, AP, SSAT and ISEE test preparation. Always professional, always flexible. Ask about our summer classes.

Eldridge Overton Educational Programs
991 US Hwy 22, Bridgewater, 908-595-2106. Education programs for students of all ages and skill levels. Academic camps, classes and tutoring. College for Kids Camp at Kean University and Raritan Valley Community College, beginning June 10. Tutoring available online, at your home, school, local library, at our site, or a location of your choice.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Programs
908-899-1338, email info@iisummer.com.
• Short Hills: The Pingry School, 50 Country Day Dr.
• Chatham: Chatham Day School, 700 Shunpike Rd.
• Caldwell: Caldwell College, 120 Bloomfield Ave.
Mon.-Fri.: Full day 9-5; half-day 9-12:30 or 1:30-5pm. $780 per week for full day; $390 per week for half day.
   The spirit of International Ivy is to learn and explore while having fun. We create classes based on what kids would love to learn like video game creation, robotics, arts and weird science. Students select the classes which fascinate them.

Learning Adventures, LLC–All Around the World Enrichment Program
Somerset County, email learning_adventures_info@yahoo.com. A unique program designed for participants to engage in reading, writing, recreational and craft activities centered on an "around the world" theme. Through fun activities, participants will learn about the cultures of the world and even write books.
Aug 12-16
        9am-3pm for grades 3-4, half day sessions available.

Newark Academy Summer Session
91 South Orange Ave., Livingston, 973-992-7000. Newark Academy is the premiere source in northern New Jersey for educational and athletic summer programming. The highly respected Summer Session provides students with advanced credit, enrichment and skill development courses. Also see listing under Multi-Sports Camps.

Oak Knoll Academic Summer Session
44 Blackburn Rd., Summit, 908-522-8186. Oak Knoll's coeducational summer academic program offers students entering kindergarten, and grades 4 through 12, opportunities to preview or review math topics, get a head start on SAT/ACT preparation and college essay writing, or simply develop their writing skills.

Rutgers University Division of Continuous Education and Outreach
800-978-9596. Sponsored by Rutgers University, summer speed reading and reading/study skills programs for adults and children from age 4 and up are taught by professional instructors at various locations in northcentral New Jersey.

Rutgers Summer Youth Programs
Rutgers Campus, New Brunswick. Academic summer programs include: Young Scholars Program in Discrete Mathematics, a residential program for talented high school students, 732-445-2825; Douglass Science Institute Program Series, a residential program for girls entering 9th grade, 732-932-9197 ext. 10; SPARK for grades 5-9; The Academy at Rutgers for Girls in Engineering & Technology (TARGET) introduces engineering to girls in grades 6-11, 732-445-2687 ext. 18.

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animal camps

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

St. Hubert's Kids' Critter Camp
St. Hubert's Animal Shelter, 575 Woodland Ave., Madison, 973-377-8877 ext. 234 for more information. Through exciting and educational activities, arts and crafts and games, campers will learn to understand and enjoy the relationship between people and companion animals. One week sessions from 9am-2pm for children in grades 2-6.

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art/craft camps

Appel Farm Summer Arts Camp
457 Shirley Rd., Elmer, NJ, 800-394-8478. 2, 4, 6 and 8-week sessions for ages 9-17 build skills in music, dance, theater, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports and swim. Co-ed residential camp is staffed by artists and arts educators.

Arts Guild New Jersey
1670 Irving St., Rahway, 732-381-7511. Week-long summer workshops for kids and teens in drawing, painting, sculpture, cartooning and collage.

Bergen Museum Teen Art Camp
Bergen Museum's Paramus Visual Arts Center, Bergen Mall Shopping Center, Rt. 4E & Forest Ave., Paramus, 201-291-8848. Week-long art sessions offer a challenging environment for teens and ends in an opening reception.

Color Me Mine–Summit–Summer Camp
438 Springfield Ave., Summit, 908-598-0248. Each week of our 9-week long summer camp we use various mediums to explore different themes. including Green Gardens, Africa and contemporary artists. We also have two weeks of clay hand building. We create many arts and crafts, clay and ceramics projects every week. Our well-qualified teachers teach specific techniques while encouraging each child's individual creativity. Reservations and prepayment are required for all programs. For details, visit our website.

The Cottage School Spanish or French and Art Program
224 Main St., Gladstone, 908-719-9610. Spanish or French and art summer program for 3 to 12 yrs. old. See display ad and listing under Preschools.

Creative Hands Art Studio and Atelier Summer Camp
14 Kings Rd., Madison, 908-604-0773. Flexible week-by-week summer art camp programs offered June–Aug.

Fabricland Sewing Camp
Fabricland, 855 Rt. 22, North Plainfield, 908-755-4700 ext. 140. A variety of weekly classes for all skill levels are offered in July and Aug. for ages 9-17. Most classes are Mon.-Thurs., some are single sessions.

Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp
973-874-9403. Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp offers an authentic fashion experience in the world of design from sewing and construction to illustration. Students pick themes such as fashion styling, project runway and everything in between. Multiple and single week sessions of fashion fun.
Jul 8-Aug 16

Hunterdon Art Museum
7 Lower Center St., Clinton, 908-735-8415 x16. Choose from over 60 camps for ages 4 to 14. All run five days and most are 3 hours each day. Morning and afternoon sessions are offered with supervised lunch available for a fee. To view brochure, visit website.

IncrediFlix
Locations throughout New Jersey, 949-548-5424. We make incredible movies with kids. Whether your child likes stop motion animation, or creating live action movies, we're here to guide them. And every child receives a DVD of their movie for memories that last a lifetime!

Learning Adventures, LLC–All Around the World Enrichment Program
Somerset County, email learning_adventures_info@yahoo.com. A unique program designed for participants to engage in reading, writing, recreational and craft activities centered on an "around the world" theme. Through fun activities, participants will learn about the cultures of the world and even write books.
Aug 12-16
        9am-3pm for grades 3-4, half day sessions available.

Montclair Art Museum SummerArt
Montclair Art Museum, 3 S. Mountain Ave., Montclair, 973-746-5555 ext. 239. Two-week sessions for children ages 5-12 with morning, afternoon, and full day options.

Morris County Art Association
10 Catherine Lane, Morristown, 973-267-1722. Summer art classes and workshops for children and adults in our community.

Morris Museum Studio Art Program
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown, 973-971-3740. Fine art classes for children, teens and adults—painting, drawing, mixed media and more. All skill levels welcome and encouraged; taught by professional artists. Weekly classes in fall, winter and spring; week-long children's and teen sessions in summer. Visit website or email StudioArt@MorrisMuseum.org for more information.

New Jersey Film School
755 Central Ave., New Providence, 908-508-0800. Learn filmmaking by making movies. Write, act and direct short films, documentaries, music videos and special effects using state-of-the-art gear and professional instruction.

Printmaking Council of New Jersey
220 River Rd., North Branch, 908-725-2110. Five day summer camps to educate children in the processes of printmaking and photography.

The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
68 Elm St., Summit, 908-273-9121. Art Classes and Workshops for Kids and Teens • Kids' Art Camp (ages 5-12) • Summer Saturday Art Camp (ages 6-9) • Teen Art Camp (ages 13-15) • Portfolio Development Intensive (ages 16-18). Ceramics, digital photography, drawing, fashion design/illustration, jewelry, painting, sculpture and more.
Jul 8
       Art Camp begins, eight one-week sessions.

Watchung Arts Center Summer Art Camp
18 Stirling Rd., Watchung, 908-753-0190. 10am-3pm. Three-week program offers children ages 6-12 the opportunity to acquire or improve artistic skills, learn new techniques, explore different media and get inspired by famous artists.

Westminster Summer Programs
Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ, 609-924-7416. Middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Students will study with renowned artist faculty in the areas of voice, piano, musical theatre, organ, composition and filmmaking. Our programs offer residential and non­residential options.

Zimmerli Art Camp
Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum, 71 Hamilton St., New Brunswick, 732-932-7237 x615. Students ages 7-14 explore the galleries and learn new skills in drawing, painting, sculpture and more taught by professional artists.

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cooking camps

Chef Central Summer Cooking Camp
240 Rt. 17N, Paramus, 201-576-0100; 45 S. Central Park Ave., Hartsdale, NY, 914-328-1376. Weekly camps for teens ages 11-17 meet Mon.-Fri. from 9am-1pm. For first-time campers, Camp I teaches sanitation, nutrition, kitchen safety, knife skills and basic cooking techniques. For returning campers, Camp II covers Asian, Pan American and Regional American cuisines in addition to more advanced baking.

Classic Thyme Kids Cooking Camps
710 South Ave. West., Westfield, 908-232-5445. Cooking fun for ages 4 and up. Multiple, weekly day camps. Each camper receives his/her own chef coat included in the registration fee. Register online or call 908-232-5445.

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culture camps

Camp Friendship New Jersey
At Shrine of St. Joseph, Stirling. karen@campfriendshipnj.org. Week-long culture camp for Korean born and Chinese born adoptees.

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day camps

The Albrook School Summer Camp
361 Somerville Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-580-0661. Two week sessions, mornings or full days, for ages 4-9. Daily swim lessons, nature programs, creative writing, math, cooking and creative Montessori.

Bernardsville Recreation Day Camp
Bernardsville locations, 908-766-2546. Six weeks of programs for children entering K-grade 4 cover many interests including horseback riding, science, art, crafts, and sports. Extended day available.

Branchburg Sports Complex
47 Readington Rd., Branchburg, 908-203-1600. NJ's new premiere sports and family entertainment center features 78,000 square feet of action-packed activities. Lacrosse, soccer, field hockey, tennis, performance training and flag football programs. Don't miss out on our School's Out and summer day camp programs. Visit website for more information.

Camp Addye at Temple Beth Shalom
Temple Beth Shalom, 193 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave., Livingston, 973-992-6546. Director: Randi Cohen. Exciting themes each day, daily water activities, arts & crafts, games & sports, Oneg Shabbat and more for ages 2-4.

Camp Invention
Led by educators at local schools, the Camp Invention program is a fun-filled, weeklong adventure in creativity that immerses children entering grades one through six in exciting investigations, experiments and engineering challenges that promote life skills essential to success in the 21st century. Locations throughout the Central and Northern New Jersey area with new adventures for 2013! Discounts are available; visit website or call 800-968-4332 to register today.

Camp Riverbend
116 Hillcrest Rd., Warren, NJ 07059, 908-580-CAMP. info@campriverbend.com. Dates: July 1 to August 16, 2013. A full range of sports, creative activities and environmental programs, with a non-competitive approach, well-trained, mature staff, and lots of fun. For boys and girls, ages 3 to 14.
Mar 16, Apr 7, 27
       Open House, sample activities, meet counselors, tour grounds. 10am. RSVP required.
Jul 1-Aug 16
       2013 Camp Dates.

Camp Yachad
1391 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains, 908-889-8800. Mike Goldstein, Camp Co-Director, mgoldstein@jccnj.org; Jodi Hotra, Camp Co-Director, jhotra@jccnj.org. See our YouTube video.
       Camp Yachad offers traditional day camp, travel camp, a performing arts specialty camp, a counselor training program and a sports day camp. All camps provide a memorable, fun and activity-filled experience where children are encouraged to grow as individuals, develop self-esteem, learn new skills and build friendships. Round-trip transportation is provided.

Center Line Farm
245 Route 517, Tewksbury, 908-832-9448. New pricing structure due to the economy: 50% off second week. 
       Summer and winter ride from 9am-9pm in our spacious indoor arena. Specializing in English riding (pleasure, jumping and dressage) with gentle attention to children and beginner adults. Private or small group lessons. We are known for our very supportive and friendly family atmosphere. Call for more information or to visit our farm in beautiful Tewksbury. Lesson package includes four half-hr. private lessons for $170. Summer & Christmas camps. Now offering moonlight, beach rides, home shows, year end banquet and more. mjsalvetti@yahoo.com.

Circus Place
6 Jill Court, Bldg. 23, Hillsborough, 908-829-3784. Offering exciting classes in circus skills, aerial arts including trapeze and silks, juggling, stilt walking, unicycle, acrobatics, tot programs, magic, birthday parties and more. Adaptive Circus and special needs classes also offered using modified equipment. Call for information about summer programs.

Congregation Beth El Summer Fun Camp
222 Irvington Ave., South Orange, 973-763-0113. 2, 3 or 4 days a week; 1 to 7 weeks of summer fun. Programs for ages 2-5. Water play, arts and crafts, music, outdoor play, stories and much more.

The Connection for Women and Families
79 Maple St., Summit, 908-273-4242. Weekly day camps for ages 3 and up. Activities include swimming lessons, performing arts, crafts, outdoor play and field trips. Sports camps and gymnastics camps. Before- and after-care.

The Cottage School Spanish or French and Art Program
224 Main St., Gladstone, 908-719-9610. Spanish or French and art summer program for 3 to 12 yrs. old.

County College of Morris College for Kids & Teens Camps
214 Center Grove Rd., Randolph, 973-328-5072. Week long programs in July and Aug. for grades 3-12.

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

Day Camp Sunshine
On the campus of Fellowship Deaconry, 3575 Valley Rd., Liberty Corner, 908-647-9624. Safe and nurturing Christian environment offers summer fun at an affordable price with full day hours. Mature, dedicated staff. Programs for grades 1-12. Swimming, sports, group games and field trips.

The Early School of Temple B'nai Abraham Summer Camp
300 E. Northfield Rd., P.O. Box 46, Livingston, 973-994-7016.

Fanwood-Scotch Plains YMCA
1340 Martine Ave., Scotch Plains, 908-889-8880. Camp Weeto-Wewanchu for kids ­entering Pre-K and Kindergarten. School age camp Makawakmo, Adventure Camp and Crossroads. Ages 5 through completed 8th grade. One week specialty camps. Extended care available from 7:00am-6:00pm for children who have completed kindergarten and up. Two week and one week sessions plus finale week.

Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp
973-874-9403. Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp offers an authentic fashion experience in the world of design from sewing and construction to illustration. Students pick themes such as fashion styling, project runway and everything in between. Multiple and single week sessions of fashion fun.
Jul 8-Aug 16

Girl Scout Camps
Open to all girls, non-girl scouts welcome.
Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey, 908-518-4400
• Camp Lou Henry Hoover, Swartswood Lake, in Sussex County, sleepaway camp for girls entering grades 1-12.
• Day Camp at the OVAL, South Mountain Reservation,in Essex County, for girls entering grades 1-10.
• Day Camp at Camp Dewitt, Hillsborough, in Somerset County, for girls entering grades 1-10.
Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, 732-938-5454
• Camp Sacajawea Day Camp in Howell Twp. for ages 4 through high school.
Girl Scout Council of Northern New Jersey, 973-248-8200
• Jockey Hollow Day Camp for ages 5-14, Mendham Twp.
• Lake Rickabear Day Camp for grades 1-12, Kinnelon.
• Camp Glen Spey, sleepaway camp in Glen Spey, NY.
Girl Scouts of Central & Southern NJ
800-582-7692, 856-795-1560.

Greater Morristown YMCA BackYard Kids
79 Horsehill Rd., Cedar Knolls, 973-267-0704. Building strong, bright futures all summer long. Ages 3-16. 8am-6pm June 25-Aug. 24. Full and partial weeks available. We are safe, affordable and fun.
Jun 25-Aug 24

Hedwig Gruenewald Early Childhood Center of Congregation B'nai Israel
160 Millburn Ave., Millburn, 973-379-4040. We offer a seven week camp for 2 to 4 year olds. Activities include water play, arts and crafts, enrichment specialists, cooking, music, and use of our outdoor playgrounds.

Hi Hills Day Camp
25 St. Bernard's Rd., Gladstone, 908-234-0067. Email info@hihills.com. Happiness and fun in a nurturing and supporting environment, ages 3-15 years, ACA accredited, 77-acre campus, incredible facilities, flexible scheduling, extensive range of programs, transportation and lunch included. Established 1966. Follow us on facebook or twitter.

Hunterdon County Parks & Recreation
908-782-1158. Full- and half-day week-long nature camps for grades K-9 in theater, art, music, sports and nature.

IncrediFlix
Locations throughout New Jersey, 949-548-5424. We make incredible movies with kids. Whether your child likes stop motion animation, or creating live action movies, we're here to guide them. And every child receives a DVD of their movie for memories that last a lifetime!

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Programs
908-899-1338, email info@iisummer.com.
• Short Hills: The Pingry School, 50 Country Day Dr.
• Chatham: Chatham Day School, 700 Shunpike Rd.
• Caldwell: Caldwell College, 120 Bloomfield Ave.
Mon.-Fri.: Full day 9-5; half-day 9-12:30 or 1:30-5pm. $780 per week for full day; $390 per week for half day.
   The spirit of International Ivy is to learn and explore while having fun. We create classes based on what kids would love to learn like video game creation, robotics, arts and weird science. Students select the classes which fascinate them.

JCC Camp Ruach
Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center,
775 Talamini Rd. (conveniently located off Rt. 202-206), Bridgewater, 908-725-6994 x207, Fax: 908-725-9753. Email: PSilberfein@ssbjcc.org.
   Located on 14 acres with programs for campers ages 15 months through 9th grade. Busing included. Lunches available. Sports, Swim (indoor & outdoor pools), Low & High Ropes Course, Karate, Theater, Art, Tennis, Nature, Game Room, Mini-Golf Music, Archery, and so much more! Preschool & Kindergarten campers have half and full-day options. Grades 1-3 have multiple elective options.4th-6th grade programs consist of three days onsite where they get to create their own schedule, and two days of offsite trips per week with additional travel options. Road Rulz Teen Travel (closes out early!) offers five journeys a week for teens entering grades 7-9 (multiple overnights and week long trips). LIT (Leadership in Training) for Grade 8 & 9 combines volunteer work with campers, community service and trips. Four days/ week; limited space. Specialty Basketball Camp for Grades K-8; multiple weeks offered throughout the summer. Instruction by On TheCourt X-Perience. Staff positions available for Junior Counselors, Senior Counselors, & Specialists. Paid CIT (Counselors in Training) open to students entering grade 10. NEW!!! Three week Teen trip to Israel June 30-July 22, 2013 for Teens entering Grades 10, 11 & 12 as of September 2013.
Special Events
Jun 10
       Annual Golf Outing, Raritan Valley Country Club.

JCC MetroWest Camp Deeny Riback
208 Flanders-Netcong Rd., Flanders, 973-929-2901. Email: camps@jccmetrowest.org. Thirty-five wooded acres in Flanders, New Jersey, with 3 heated pools and over 30 activity areas, plus an Israel Program Center, mountain biking, ceramics, trips, overnights, leadership training programs and more for ages 3 1⁄2-grade 10. Transportation and a kosher lunch are included.

JCC MetroWest Early Childhood Camps
Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, 760 Northfield Ave., West Orange, 973-929-2901. Email: camps@jccmetrowest.org. Camps for 18 months-age 5 opens the world of camping to your child, yet their summer "world" is close to home.

JCC MetroWest Exploration Camps
Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, 760 Northfield Ave., West Orange, 973-929-2901. Email: camps@jccmetrowest.org. Explore our one-week offerings for every interest: crafts, cooking, science, art, and more. Camps run from 9am-3pm, with extended day available from 7:30am-6pm.

Kent Place Summer Camp
42 Norwood Ave., Summit, 908-273-0900 ext. 297. Coeducational program offering traditional day camps, sports clinics and enrichment to campers ages 3-15, two special camps for middle school students, a summer academy, CIT program and extended hours. Our 26-acre campus offers regulation turf playing fields, tennis courts, an arts center, air conditioned classrooms and dining hall and modern computer labs. Visit our website for more information and "like" us on Facebook!
Jun 10-Aug 23
       2013 Camp Dates.

Kinderprep
812 South Ave., Westfield, 908-317-6900, email:
kinderprep95@aol.com. Directors: Marybeth Grassi and Lara Pallant. Full day summer camp for both preschool and grades K-2 from 9am-3pm with extended hours available from 7:30am to 6pm. All camp activities follow a summer theme with special days and visitors planned. Older campers may participate in field trips. All campers may participate in extra-curricular activities such as pottery, cooking, Spanish and more. Register for one or both sessions.

Learning Adventures, LLC–All Around the World Enrichment Program
Somerset County, email learning_adventures_info@yahoo.com. A unique program designed for participants to engage in reading, writing, recreational and craft activities centered on an "around the world" theme. Through fun activities, participants will learn about the cultures of the world and even write books.
Aug 12-16
        9am-3pm for grades 3-4, half day sessions available.

Madison Area YMCA Camps
111 King's Road., Madison, 973-822-YMCA. Camps for every age group from preschoolers to teens.

Mendham Country Day School
204 Morristown Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-766-3323. Call today about summer camp programs.

Mickey Fried Nursery School of Oheb Shalom Congregation
170 Scotland Rd., South Orange, 973-762-7069.

Morris County Camp Sunrise Lake
Sunrise Lake, Lewis Morris Park, Morristown, 973-326-7616. One-week sessions for ages 5-13 offer daily swimming, paddle boats, guided hikes, crafts and organized games.

Morris County Junior Police Academy
Morris County Park Police Headquarters, 300 Mendham Rd., Morris Twp., 973-326-7632. Week-long camp for girls and boys 11-15 gives campers a hands-on experience in the training and practice of a police officer.

Morristown-Beard Day Camp
70 Whippany Rd., Morristown, 973-539-3032 ext. 569. State licensed facility, located on a beautiful 22-acre campus, offers a traditional day camp as well as specialty camps including arts and crafts, mountain biking, world languages, history adventures, math skills, writing workshop, teenxtreme, college essay, graphic design, digital film editing, strength and conditioning, musical theatre boot camp and sports clinics.

Mountain Top School for Young Children at Temple Har Shalom
104 Mt. Horeb Rd., Warren, 732-748-9800. Camp for children ages 2-5.

Newark Academy Summer Session
91 South Orange Ave., Livingston, 973-992-7000. Newark Academy is the premiere source in northern New Jersey for educational and athletic summer programming. See listings under Academic Camps and Multi-Sport Camps.
www.newarka.edu

Oak Knoll Summer Adventures
44 Blackburn Rd., Summit, 908-522-8186. Ready for a summer adventure? From June 24–August 9, 2013, Summer Adventures at Oak Knoll offers excitement and fun for children ages 3-16. We offer a variety of activities including swimming, fencing, cooking, sports, arts, and more! Age-appropriate divisions offer enriching and creative opportunities for playful learning. Head counselors are certified teachers, and a registered nurse is in attendance every day. All campers receive a nutritious lunch and snack. We create an environment where your child can make new friends while creating lasting memories. Summer Adventures is a great place for children to spend all or part of their summer.

Oasis Summer Day Camp
Madison, NJ at Drew University
Drew University, 36 Madison Ave, Madison, 1-800-317-1392. Oasis Madison is open to boys and girls, ages 4-11. Campers can boost their creative energies in performing art classes such as dance and drama and tap into their athletic side with various sports activities and outdoor adventure classes. Children enjoy a traditional day camp experience in a safe, nurturing environment. Our popular Teen Travel Program for ages 12-14 offers an exciting blend of fun and educational field trips as well as community service projects.


Palermo Show Stable
1555 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster, 908-719-7500. See listing under Horseback Riding Camps.

P.E.P. Club (Preschool Enrichment Program)
732-271-1007. Summer camps.

The Primrose School of Warren
117 Mt. Bethel Rd., Warren, 908-822-9900. Educational private preschool servicing infants through private kindergarten, offers before and after school program and summer camp. Our school is accredited by SACS CASI, which is recognized as the gold standard in evaluating universities and schools. Call for information about this year's summer camp.

Randolph Summer
Ironia School, 303 Dover Chester Rd., Randolph, 973-361-0808. Open to non-­residents. Day camp for children in grades 2-5 features art, nature, science and technology activities and field trips. Operated by Randolph Township Schools Community School.

Raritan Valley Community College
Rt. 28 & Lamington Rd., North Branch, 908-526-1200, ext. 8404. Visual and performing arts, computer, languages, science, gifted and talented and sports camps for ages 6-17. Before and after care.

S.E.E. Camp (Summer Excitement Experience)
Mountain Lakes & Summit locations, 973-831-7779. Camp hours 9am-4pm; extended care 7:30-9am and 4-5:45pm. $695/two week session, $1,390 four weeks in July.
      S.E.E. Camp offers above-average students in grades 1-8 a variety of curricular and co-curricular experiences. Campers explore the sciences and recreate the fine and performing arts, as well as take part in sports and recreational activities such as golf,fencing and yoga instruction, and swimming. Curriculum-related field trips included. A 10:1 camper staff ratio.

Somerset County 4-H Summer Camp
4-H Office, 310 Milltown Rd., Bridgewater, 908-526-6644. Call for information about this year's summer program.

South Orange Maplewood Community Summer Program
973-378-7620. Creative and performing arts, academic enrichment, sports for grades 1-12.

Stonybrook Day Camp
42 Park Ave., Randolph, 973-584-0078. 7:30-5:30pm. Family owned and operated for over two decades, ACA accredited in the heart of Randolph, for children aged 3-15. Offering door-to-door transportation and a hot, healthy lunch daily.

Summer Plus
Frelinghuysen Middle School, West Hanover Ave., Morris Township, 973-292-2063. Morris School District Community School's alternative to camp for children who have completed K to age 12.

Summit Area YMCA Camps
• Summit YMCA
  65 Maple St., Summit, 908-273-3330.
• Berkeley Heights YMCA
550 Springfield Ave., Berkeley Heights, 908-464-8373.
• The Learning Circle YMCA (TLC)
   95 Morris Ave., Summit, 908-273-7040.
A variety of fun, education and enrichment programs are offered for children preschool through teens. Arts & crafts, recreational sports, soccer and basketball camps, drama, leadership, outdoor exploration, counselor in training, swimming, rock wall, cultural, day and adventure trips. Before and after camp care available. ACA accredited and licensed by the State of New Jersey.

Sunburst Gymnastics Summer Camp
565 Rahway Ave., Union, 908-810-1300. Let your child have fun this summer at our popular day camp. We provide a loving and active environment for your child to spend the day in. We offer a variety of activities including gymnastics, dance and arts and crafts. Bowling and swimming are for full day campers only. Ages 3-5 half day only (8:30am-12:30pm). Ages 6-13 half day or full day (8:30am-5:30pm). 3 or 5 day option available. 10 weeks of excitement. Register in two week sessions. Mention you saw this ad in the Kids Guide for $20 off (new students only).

Temple Emanu-El's Summer Camp
756 E. Broad St., Westfield, 908-232-7663. Director: Jill Cimafonte. Ages: 2-6.
   Temple Emanu-El's Early Childhood Education Program provides a warm, nurturing environment for each child. Through a developmentally appropriate approach, children are provided varied experiences that stimulate and enhance their creativity and personal growth. Classes offered for ages 13 months (parent/toddler) up through 6 years old, including a full-day kindergarten. Summer camp program is also offered. The program has been accredited by the National Association for the Education of the Young Child (NAEYC) since 2000.

Wagner Farm Arboretum
197 Mountain Ave., Warren, 908-350-7383. Week-long camps are offered for children in grades K-7 on a variety of different topics.

The Watershed Nature Camp
31 Titus Mill Rd., Pennington, 609-737-7592; fax 609-737-3075; email bnc@thewatershed.org. Explore, discover and connect with nature at Watershed Nature Camp this summer. Weekly themes for kids ages 3-17 on a 930-acre reserve. Catch butterflies, explore stream and pond life, build shelters and enjoy crafts, games and hikes. New and exciting activities for each program.

West Essex YMCA Day Camps
321 S. Livingston Ave, Livingston, 973-992-7500. The West Essex YMCA has the right day camp experience to meet your child's needs. Choose from our progressive camps (Camp Peanut Shell, Super Summer and the Teen Adventure Camp) or our traditional day camp program, Pioneer Trails. Our camps provide an environment where your child will have fun, make new friends and explore new activities. For more information, call 973-992-7500 or visit website.

YM-YWHA of Union County Summer Camp 2013
501 Green Lane, Union, 908-289-8112. Swimming, sports, art, nature, music, drama, cooking, dance, fantastic day trips, carnivals, concerts and many special events. Full time EMTs, 50 wooded acres, 4 playgrounds, 3 ball fields, double gymnasium, air-conditioned all purpose rooms, indoor and outdoor pools, snack bar. Add-on options include transportation, early drop-off, late pick-up, lunch. For more information and to download forms go to website.

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gifted & talented camps

Center for Talented Youth
Johns Hopkins University, 3400 N. Charles St., Baltimore, 410-516-0337. Offers summer residential program and school year distance learning courses for students in grades 1-8.

Montclair State University Summer Camp for Academically Gifted Youth
Montclair State University, Upper Montclair, 973-655-4104. Summer camp enrichment experiences for qualified youngsters in grades 4-10. Math, science, cultural, recreational and humanities courses.

Raritan Valley Community College
118 Lamington Rd., Branchburg, 908-526-1200 ext. 8404. Gifted and talented classes are offered during the summer for ages 8-12. Before- and after-care available.

Summer Institute for the Gifted
River Plaza, 9 W. Broad St., Stamford, CT, 866-303-4744. Day and residential programs for gifted students ages 4-18.

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girls camps

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

Girls' Leadership Institute Kent Place
Kent Place School, 42 Norwood Ave., Summit, 908-273-0900, ext. 297. A two-week summer enrichment program for girls entering grades 7 and 8 to develop leadership skills, build self-esteem, and set personal goals. Visit website for more information.

Girls Leadership Institute Summer Camp
Located at Miss Hall's School, Berkshires, Massaachusetts. Residential camp, co-founded by Rachel Simmons, author of "Odd Girl Out," encourages girls entering grades 6-12 to express their emotions and build authentic relationships through fun, self-discovery workshops, theatre games, sports, storytelling and filmmaking.

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history camps

Camp Edison
Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Main St. & Lakeside Ave., West Orange, 973-736-0550 x89. A multi-day series of programs for children in grades 2-6 features a different theme each day. Register for one day or all. No cost to attend, but space is limited.

Jacobus Vanderveer House Colonial Camp
RIver Road Park, 955 Rt. 202/206S, Bedminster, 908-212-7000 ext. 404. Children, ages 9-13, experience life in the 18th century through crafts, games, cooking, farming, more.

Liberty Hall Museum History Day Camp
1003 Morris Ave., Union, 908-527-0400. Children ages 8-12 become junior tour guides as they experience historical crafts, activities and games.

Readington Museums
PO Box 216, Stanton, 908-236-2327. Museum Camp gives children in grades 4-6 a first hand experience at life in the 1830s with historic costumes and instruction on daily tasks. Archaeology Camp, for students in grades 6-8, teaches field methods in archaeology at township historic sites.

Red Mill Museum Village Summer Camp
56 Main St., Clinton, 908-735-4101. Three half-day weekly sessions for students entering grades 4-8 have Colonial Life, Victorian Days, and Archaeology themes.

Travels in Time Summer Camp
Morris County Park Commission, 973-285-6537. Campers ages 7-14 can "apprentice" at the Speedwell Iron Works, Cooper Gristmill, and Fosterfields Farm to experience jobs that were done in the 19th and 20th centuries.

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horseback riding camps

Center Line Farm
245 Route 517, Tewksbury, 908-832-9448. NEW pricing structure due to the economy: 50% off second week. 
       Summer and winter ride from 9am-9pm in our spacious indoor arena. Specializing in English riding (pleasure, jumping and dressage) with gentle attention to children and beginner adults. Private or small group lessons. We are known for our very supportive and friendly family atmosphere. Call for more information or to visit our farm in beautiful Tewksbury. Lesson package includes four half-hr. private lessons for $170. Summer & Christmas camps. Now offering moonlight, beach rides, home shows, year end banquet and more! mjsalvetti@yahoo.com.

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

Palermo Show Stable
1555 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster, 908-719-7500. Info@
palermoshowstable.com. Tues.-Sun. 8am-1pm, 3-6pm, after hours by appointment only. Horseback riding lessons, ages 5 to 65, beginner to advanced. Summer day camps, ages 6 to 16 and youth camp ages 3-5. Boarding, training, showing, horse sales and leases, and monthly horse shows.

River Edge Farm LLC
Girls Summer Riding Day Camp
1575 River Rd. East, Bedminster, 908-420-1274. Ages 5-16 daily riding instruction, swimming, tennis, arts and crafts, environmental education, horsemanship and more. We offer half and full day programs in one or two week sessions. The riding camp is accredited by the American Camp Association and licensed by the State of New Jersey. More info online.

Seaton Hackney Stables
440 South St., Morristown, 973-644-3355. Seaton Hackney Stables offers riding activities including mounted troop program for all levels (beginner to advanced), show team, dressage lessons, cross country lessons, group lessons, and private lessons. For the explorers and nature lovers, trail riding is available through the adjacent Morris County Parks. Weekly summer camps, any day flex camp, PEP classes for 3–7 year olds. Pick up a free Kids Guide and use discount coupon on page 63 for any program.

Union County Equestrian Camp
Watchung Stables, 1160 Summit Lane, Mountainside, 908-789-3665. 4-day sessions for ages 9-17, 9-3pm. Ring instruction, trail rides, horse care basics. Each camper is responsible for one horse. Registration begins in late May for June and July sessions.

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language camps



Bamboo Shoots
836 Mountain Ave., Westfield, 908-232-9550. Summer camps.

Bilingual Buds Immersion School for Children
587 Springfield Ave., Summit, 908-598-8088. Mandarin and Spanish immersion for children ages 2 1⁄2-10. Taught by the school's full-time teaching staff, Bilingual Buds' immersion camp uses hands-on activities and summer fun to ignite language learning. A wonderful introduction to the preschool and primary school. Two-week sessions available from June to Aug. Beginners welcome.

The Cottage School Spanish or French and Art Program
224 Main St., Gladstone, 908-719-9610. Spanish or French and art summer program for 3 to 12 yrs. old.

Salta! Spanish Immersion Summer Camp
Edison, 732-549-7722; Basking Ridge, 908-234-2100; Princeton, 732-991-2976. Children ages 4-11 learn Spanish naturally through interactive games, music and dance, theater and improvisation, arts and crafts, and various outdoor sports and activities. It's like visiting a Spanish-speaking country without taking a plane.

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music/dance camps

Appel Farm Summer Arts Camp
457 Shirley Rd., Elmer, NJ, 800-394-8478. 2, 4, 6 and 8-week sessions for ages 9-17 build skills in music, dance, theater, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports and swim. Co-ed residential camp is staffed by artists and arts educators.

Calderone School of Music
Two locations: Riverwalk Plaza, 34 Ridgedale Ave., E. Hanover, 973-428-0405; 256 Morris Ave., Springfield, 973-467-4688. Open Mon.-Sat. Est. 1975. Private lessons by certified experienced teachers specializing on each instrument. All instruments are taught. Kindermusik classes for 0-7 yr. olds. Summer Kindercamp available.

Circus Place
6 Jill Court, Bldg. 23, Hillsborough, 908-829-3784. Offering exciting classes in circus skills, aerial arts including trapeze and silks, juggling, stilt walking, unicycle, acrobatics, tot programs, magic, birthday parties and more. Adaptive Circus and special needs classes also offered using modified equipment. Call for information about summer programs.

Continuo Arts Foundation Summer Musical Theater Conservatory
290 Springfield Ave., Westfield, 908-264-5324. Students are chosen by audition and range in age from 7-18 for annual three-week musical theater immersion experience.

4 Strings!
At Central Presbyterian Church, Summit, 973-682-9360. Summer Chamber Music Academy for string students in grades 4-12. Chamber works, masterclasses, guest artists, music field trip. Applications and auditions in April/May.

The Institute of Music for Children
780 Salem Ave., Elizabeth, 908-469-1211 x6. Office: Tues.-Fri. 10:30-6:30. Five-week Summer Institute: PreK–2nd Grade 8am–12:30pm and 3rd–10th Grade 8am–3pm. Aftercare until 5pm available. Begins June 25. Afterschool Institute: Group and private classes for children, teens and adults.
   Non-profit organization offers year-round classes and private lessons in instrumental music, voice, dance, visual arts and drama to children, teens and adults. Our vision is to create H.A.R.M.O.N.Y—Helping Achieve Responsible Motivated Optimistic Neighborhood Youth by providing in-depth arts experiences that aid in the personal and academic development of its youth. Call for more information.

Mason Gross School of the Arts Extension Division, Rutgers University
81 George St., New Brunswick, 732-932-8618. Email: extension@masongross.rutgers.edu. The Mason Gross Extension Division seeks to nurture the innate artistic abilities of children from infancy through high school. Classroom, ensemble and private instruction taught by our distinguished faculty provide a rich environment for development. Carnegie Hall and the Royal Conservatory Achievement Program for precollege music students, Young Artist Program (ages 12-18), American Ballet Theatre's Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Children's Ballet School (ages 4-12), Music Together, Young Maestros, Art-Haus Visual Arts Academy (ages 7-17), summer camps and more.

The Moderne Academie of Fine Arts
1820 East Second Street, Scotch Plains, 908-322-4249. The Moderne Academie of Fine Arts has been fostering the love of dance for over forty years. Summer dance program includes camps, classes and workshops.

Pure Movement Dance Center
111 Industrial Rd., Berkeley Heights, 908-464-7632. Pure Movement Dance Center is committed to providing fun, energetic and high caliber training to dancers of all ages. Register now for PMDC's 2013 Summer Camp. Classes in all disciplines will be held July 15-Aug. 1 for dancers age 3-18. Call or visit our website for more info.
Jul 15- Aug 1
       2013 Summer Camp, for dancers age 3-18.

Rock-In Summer Camp
Clearcut Recording Studios, 373 Lanza Ave., Garfield, 201-417-8427. Music day camp for boys and girls ages 7-17. Form bands, jam, rehearse, take lessons, record a CD, and perform a concert at a well known venue. Rock, jazz, songwriting and beginners camps.

Scherzo Music Studio
Summit and Morristown locations, 973-551-7000. Group and private music lessons for all ages, levels and abilities. Kindermusik groups for ages 0-7 with licensed Kindermusik educators. Summer camps and classes. Fall registration is now open. Enroll today.

Westminster Summer Programs
Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ, 609-924-7416. Middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Students will study with renowned artist faculty in the areas of voice, piano, musical theatre, organ, composition and filmmaking. Our programs offer residential and non­residential options.

Wharton Music Center
60 Locust Ave., Berkeley Heights, 908-790-0700. Music and performing arts center offering private lessons, group classes and summer camp; all instruments, musical theater, voice, dance and drama; children, teens and adults.

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performing arts camps

All Children's Theatre Summer Performing Arts Day Camps
973-335-5328, email: allchildrensth@aol.com. Air-conditioned camp sites in Clinton, Metuchen, Parsip­pany, Sparta, Tenafly and Watchung. Boys and girls ages 6-17. Special camp for ages 4-5. Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm. Twelve 2-week sessions. Musical theatre, creative dramatics, comedy programs, acting, singing, comedy, dancing, scenery design and camper performance. Holiday vacation camps offered in Parsippany in Nov., Dec., Feb. and April. Established 1983. Celebrating our 30th year introducing children to the art of theatre and performance.

The Allegra School of Music and Arts Summer Fun Theater Camps
856 US 206, Hillsborough, 908-874-4351. Email: info@allegrasma.com. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 2:30-8:30pm, Sat. 10am-2:30pm.
      What is your creative kid doing this summer? Theater campers ages 7-18 have fun and gain confidence while expanding performance skills in acting, singing, musical theater and stage design. Each camp culminates with fully-staged performance. All experience levels welcome.

Appel Farm Summer Arts Camp
457 Shirley Rd., Elmer, NJ, 800-394-8478. 2, 4, 6 and 8-week sessions for ages 9-17 build skills in music, dance, theater, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports and swim. Co-ed residential camp is staffed by artists and arts educators.

Broadway Boot Camp 2013
Act. Sing. Dance. Every day. Learn from professionals. Theatre camp for 9-14 yr. olds, located in downtown Chatham. Two sessions June 24-July 12, daily 12-3pm. Performance-based final performance July 12. Email Broadwaybootcamp2013@gmail.com for details.
Jun 24-Jul 12
        Broadway Boot Camp dates 2013.
Jul 12
        Final performance.

Broadway Performing Arts Musical Theatre Summer Camp
357 Broad St. (rear building), Bloomfield, 973-748-ARTS (2787). Email bparts@verizon.net. Do your kids like to sing, dance, act and have fun? Then this is the camp for you! We'll take a group to see "Annie" on Broadway with an exclusive backstage tour. Classes throughout each week include audition, acro, acting, ballet, Fosse, hip hop/jazz/contemporary, musical theatre, tap and vocal. Every Friday there will be a performance of a musical theatre number. Grades 3-12, Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm. Only $249 each week.
Jul 22-26, Jul 29-Aug 2, Aug 5-9

Brundage Park Playhouse
Carrell Rd., Randolph, 973-989-7092. Summer program for ages 8-high school with instruction by professional staff and guest instructors. Each week ends with mini production.

Centenary Young Performers Workshop
715 Grand Ave., Hackettstown, 908-979-0900. 5-week professional theater training program for ages 9-18 offers concentrated training by a professional staff. Half-day mini-camp offered for ages 6-8.

Circus Place
6 Jill Court, Bldg. 23, Hillsborough, 908-829-3784. Offering exciting classes in circus skills, aerial arts including trapeze and silks, juggling, stilt walking, unicycle, acrobatics, tot programs, magic, birthday parties and more. Adaptive Circus and special needs classes also offered using modified equipment. Call for information about summer programs.

Count Basie Performing Arts Academy
99 Monmouth St., Red Bank, 732-224-8778 ext. 125. Weekly classes or week-long camps for ages 8-18 in voice, dance, rock music and more.

Elefante School for the Performing Arts Musical Theatre Camp
1790 Springfield Ave., New Providence, 908-464-5928. Musical theatre camp for children in Pre-K to 12th Grade. Performance workshops and classes in dance, musical theater, and acting. Different exciting class/event each day, such as a visit from a casting director, musical theater repertoire, vocal lessons, pop singing, etc. Two week sessions starting June 27 through August 5 with a performance after each session. Camp runs from 9am-3pm, with early drop off and late pick up available.

Growing Stage Summer Arts Day Camp
The Palace Theatre, Rt. 183, Netcong, 973-347-4946. One and two-week sessions in July and Aug. for grades K-8 offer an introduction to theater arts with a musical show on stage at the end of each session.

IncrediFlix
Locations throughout New Jersey, 949-548-5424. We make incredible movies with kids. Whether your child likes stop motion animation, or creating live action movies, we're here to guide them. And every child receives a DVD of their movie for memories that last a lifetime!

The Institute of Music for Children
780 Salem Ave., Elizabeth, 908-469-1211 x6. Office: Tues.-Fri. 10:30-6:30. Five-week Summer Institute: PreK–2nd Grade 8am–12:30pm and 3rd–10th Grade 8am–3pm. Aftercare until 5pm available. Begins June 25. Afterschool Institute: Group and private classes for children, teens and adults.
   Non-profit organization offers year-round classes and private lessons in instrumental music, voice, dance, visual arts and drama to children, teens and adults. Our vision is to create H.A.R.M.O.N.Y—Helping Achieve Responsible Motivated Optimistic Neighborhood Youth by providing in-depth arts experiences that aid in the personal and academic development of its youth. Call for more information.

JCC MetroWest Triple Threat Theater Camp
Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, 760 Northfield Ave., West Orange, 973-929-2901. Email: camps@jccmetrowest.org. Hands-on experience studying acting, voice, and dance with working professionals. Weekly theater trips to NYC and regional houses as well as on-site visits from some of the most creative forces in theater today.

Jerry Gibson Memorial Summer Youth Theatre
Ridgedale Middle School, Florham Park, 973-377-9078. Florham Park area teens try out in early June for summer theater experience.

Kaleidoscope Theatre
Summer youth theater sponsored by The Playhouse Association of Summit, Summit Playhouse, New England Ave., Summit, 908-273-2102. Auditions in May, rehearsals start in June.

Kids-in-the-Park
Middlesex County Parks Dept., Warren Park Ampitheater, Florida Grove Rd., Woodbridge, 732-548-2884. Creative drama workshop for ages 8-11 consists of two 3-week sessions of theater games, arts & crafts, music and dance.

Luna Stage Summer Camp
695 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair, 973-744-3309. Children in grades K-6 learn the many aspects of theater craft from professional teaching artists during four-week full-day program.

Middletown Arts Center
36 Church St., Middletown, 732-706-4100. Children explore the arts during morning, afternoon or full-day sessions.

New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts
593 Bloomfield Ave., Bloomfield, 973-566-9700. Comprehensive theater arts training program features summer camps for ages 6-18.

Paper Mill Playhouse Summer Musical Theatre Conservatory
Brookside Drive, Millburn, 973-376-3636, ext. 2626. Rigorous 5-week study for gifted and talented performers ages 10-18 culminates in New Voices Concert performed on the Paper Mill Playhouse stage. Auditions in February.

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps
800-319-0884. Nation's #1 Sports Broadcasting Camp. Learn from the pros, meet sports celebrities, make play-by-play and reporting tapes, make sports anchor tapes from TV studio and much more. For boys and girls ages 10-18. Day and overnight options available. Visit online, on facebook and youtube.
Jul 8-12
       2013 Camp at Montclair State University.

Playwrights Theatre Creative Arts Academy
PO Box 1295, Madison, 973-514-1787 x21. A professional theater nationally renowned for its educational ­projects offers a Summer Theatre Camp for children and teens. Full-day and half-day camps in acting, musical performance, playwriting and play production are offered in five 2-week sessons. Each session concludes with a presentation for family and friends. Space is limited, enrollment is year-round.

Premiere Stages Theatre Camp
Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave., Union, 908-737-4092. Professional theatre in residence at Kean University offers two performance-based camps for middle school and high school students.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Junior and Senior Corps
36 Madison Ave., Madison, 973-845-6742. The Junior and Senior Corps is a dynamic alternative to the typical summer performing arts camp for ages 11-17. Professional-caliber classes from a leading Shakespeare theater. 2-3 week sessions June-Aug.

Two River Summer Theater Camp
Two River theater Company, 21 Bridge Ave., Red Bank, 732-345-1400 x1804. Email: summercamp@trtc.org. Designed to be fun, challenging and to inspire creativity, Two River's summer camp is the perfect way for young people going into grades 1-12 to enjoy a creative summer at one of New Jersey's leading professional theaters. Register online.
Jul 15-19, Jul 22-26, Jul 29-Aug 2

Westminster Summer Programs
Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ, 609-924-7416. Middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Students will study with renowned artist faculty in the areas of voice, piano, musical theatre, organ, composition and filmmaking. Our programs offer residential and non-­residential options.

Wharton Music Center
60 Locust Ave., Berkeley Heights, 908-790-0700. Music and performing arts center offering private lessons, group classes and summer camp; all instruments, musical theater, voice, dance and drama; children, teens and adults.

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science/nature camps

AWESIM Kids
Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center, Lord Stirling Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-766-2489 x330. One week or two-week sessions feature boating, hiking, wildlife, unique day trips and more for ages 10-12. Extended day options.

Bivalve Summer Day Camp
Bayshore Discovery Project, 2800 High St., Bivalve, Port Norris, 856-785-2060. Discover critters who make Delaware Bay their homes, learn the history and culture of Bivalve, investigate and find solutions to local problems.

Camp Invention
Led by educators at local schools, the Camp Invention program is a fun-filled, weeklong adventure in creativity that immerses children entering grades one through six in exciting investigations, experiments and engineering challenges that promote life skills essential to success in the 21st century. Locations throughout the Central and Northern New Jersey area with new adventures for 2013! Discounts are available; visit website or call 800-968-4332 to register today.

Cora Hartshorn Arboretum Nature Discovery Program
Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, 324 Forest Dr. S., Short Hills, 973-376-3587. 4 1⁄2-week nature program in summer for ages 4-5 meets Mon.-Fri. mornings.

Eco-Explorers
Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center, Lord Stirling Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-766-2489 x335. One or two-week sessions offer nature lessons, educational field trips, games, hikes, canoeing, swimming, arts and crafts and more for ages 7-9. Extended care options.

Elephant Tree Nature Camp
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave., Summit, 908-273-8787. Campers ages 4-12 will discover the wonders of nature as they explore the Arboretum's gardens and woodlands. These week-long sessions will include hands-on activities, games and crafts that will nurture your child's sense of wonder, imagination and creativity. Use promotion code ETC2013 for a free gift.

Essex County Environmental Center Nature Explorers Summer Camp
Essex County Environmental Center, 621B Eagle Rock Ave., Roseland, 908-973-228-8776. Cooperative program beween the Environmental Center and NJ Audubon Society offers outdoor explorations with activities and crafts for grades PreK-4.

Hunterdon County Park System Summer Nature Day Camp
Echo Hill or Mountain Farm locations, 908-782-1158. One and two-week sessions for grades K-10 feature hands-on activities, nature hikes, field trips, games and craft projects. Registration via lottery in March.

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Programs
908-899-1338, email info@iisummer.com.
• Short Hills: The Pingry School, 50 Country Day Dr.
• Chatham: Chatham Day School, 700 Shunpike Rd.
• Caldwell: Caldwell College, 120 Bloomfield Ave.
Mon.-Fri.: Full day 9-5; half-day 9-12:30 or 1:30-5pm. $780 per week for full day; $390 per week for half day.
   The spirit of International Ivy is to learn and explore while having fun. We create classes based on what kids would love to learn like video game creation, robotics, arts and weird science. Students select the classes which fascinate them.

Kids' Critter Camp
St. Hubert's Animal Shelter, 575 Woodland Ave., Madison, 973-377-8877 ext. 234 for more information. Through exciting and educational activities, arts and crafts and games, campers in grades 2-6 will learn to understand and enjoy the relationship between people and companion animals.

Morris County Adventures in Nature Camp
Elizabeth D. Kay Environmental Center, Chester Twp., and Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, Montville Twp., 973-635-6629. Hands-on environmental education experiences in Morris County Parks for kids entering grades K-10.

New Jersey Academy of Aquatic Sciences Camps
Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Dr., Camden, 856-361-1023. Junior marine biologist and sea camps at the aquarium offer opportunities for hands-on science activities.

New Jersey Audubon's Plainsboro Preserve Summer Nature Camps
80 Scotts Corner Rd., Cranbury, 609-897-9400. Day camp connects children entering grades 1-6 with nature by exploring and enjoying a variety of habitats. Highly trained environmental educators maximize outdoor adventures on the 1,000-acre preserve and 50-acre Lake McCormack.

New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary Camps
Hardscrabble Rd., Bernardsville, 908-766-5787. Day camps for children Pre-K to middle school feature environmental activities and crafts. Overnight camps for grades 6-8 explore the ecosystems at Sedge Island and Appalachian Mountain Club's Mohican Outdoor Center.

SeaQuest Marine Science Day Camp
18 Hartshorne Dr., Highlands, 732-291-0055. 9am-2pm. $250. A week of learning and fun for kids entering grades 5-8 features the SeaQuest marine science and environmental science curriculum with American Littoral Society educators and naturalists.

Schiff Summer Nature Programs
339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham, 973-543-6004. Nature camps for ages 6-12 and 13-15 are offered in July and Aug.

Space Week Summer Camp
Buehler Challenger & Science Center, Bergen Community College campus, Paramus Rd., Paramus, 201-262-0984. One week sessions for incoming 5th-8th graders to learn about space and participate in simulated space missions. 9th-12th graders can volunteer at summer camps.

Stonybrook-Millstone Watershed Association Environmental Day Camp
31 Titus Mill Rd., Pennington, 609-737-3735. Using the 860-acre reserve as a campus, campers from kindergarten to ninth grade explore the wonders of nature in week-long camps.

Tenafly Nature Day Camp
313 Hudson Ave, Tenafly, 201-568-6093. One-week sessions for grades pre-K-5 from July through August explore a different environmental theme each week. Full or half day sessions for grades pre-K-K. Ages 12-18 can sign up to be a Counselor-in-Training.

Turtle Back Zoo
560 Northfield Ave., West Orange, 973-731-5800. Children entering K-8th grade can learn about animals, native species, habitats and zoo careers in weeklong camps. Limited space. Teens ages 14-17 can apply by April 1 for Volunteen program.

Union County Nature Day Camps
Trailside Nature & Science Center, 452 New Providence Rd., Mountainside, 908-789-3670. Watchung Reservation is the classroom for discovering nature, astronomy, Native American lore, animals, fossils and dinosaurs for grades pre-1st-6.

The Watershed Nature Camp
31 Titus Mill Rd., Pennington, 609-737-7592; fax 609-737-3075; email bnc@thewatershed.org. Explore, discover and connect with nature at Watershed Nature Camp this summer. Weekly themes for kids ages 3-17 on a 930-acre reserve. Catch butterflies, explore stream and pond life, build shelters and enjoy crafts, games and hikes. New and exciting activities for each program.

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sleepaway camps

Consult the American Camp Association's Guide to New Jersey Accredited Camps or the National Directory of Accredited Camps for helpful information about sleepaway camps, 877-488-CAMP. www.acacampsnj.org or www.acacamps.org

Appel Farm Summer Arts Camp
457 Shirley Rd., Elmer, NJ, 800-394-8478. 2, 4, 6 and 8-week sessions for ages 9-17 build skills in music, dance, theater, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports and swim. Co-ed residential camp is staffed by artists and arts educators.

Camp Louemma
43 Louemma Lane, Sussex, NJ 07461, 973-287-7264. Beautiful co-ed sleepaway camp located along the Appalachian Trail in northern New Jersey. Three and six week sessions, 40+ activities, modern cabins and facilities, private lake and brand new pool, great trips, caring staff, nutritious kid-friendly menu.

Camp Mason YMCA
23 Birch Ridge Rd., Hardwick, NJ, 908-362-8217.

Camp Vacamas
256 Macopin Rd., West Milford, 973-838-0942. Camp dates: Session 1: June 29-July 17. Session 2: July 20-Aug. 7. Session 3: Aug. 10-28. Traditional sleepaway 250-acre camp located in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains. Experience fresh air, nature, swimming, boating, creative arts, sports and much more. Special teen programs.

Fairview Lake YMCA Sleep-Away Camp
1035 Fairview Lake Rd., Newton, 973-383-9282.

Frost Valley YMCA
2000 Frost Valley Rd., Claryville, 845-985-2291. Offering traditional sleepaway age-based camps on 6,000 acres in the Catskills high peaks since 1958. One and two- week horseback riding options, adventure trips from sailing and SCUBA to surf, skate and service learning.

Lindley G. Cook 4-H Camp
100 Struble Rd., Branchville, 973-948-3550. Overnight camp in beautiful Stokes State Forest is open to boys and girls who have completed grades 3 through 10 (4-H & non-4-H members). Six traditional one-week sessions offered throughout the summer, as well as one week focused on SET (Science, Engineering and Technology). Hands-on, unplugged atmosphere provides a perfect setting for camper support and growth. Classes including kayaking, swimming, arts and crafts, drama, fishing, outdoor education and shooting sports.

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps
800-319-0884. Nation's #1 Sports Broadcasting Camp. Learn from the pros, meet sports celebrities, make play-by-play and reporting tapes, make sports anchor tapes from TV studio and much more. For boys and girls ages 10-18. Day and overnight options available. Visit website, facebook and youtube for more information.
Jul 8-12
       2013 Camp at Montclair State University.

Speers-Eljabar YMCA Camp
Dingmans Ferry, PA, 570-828-2329.

Westminster Summer Programs
Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ, 609-924-7416. Middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Students will study with renowned artist faculty in the areas of voice, piano, musical theatre, organ, composition and filmmaking. Our programs offer residential and non-­residential options.

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sports camps

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL

Newark Academy Summer Session
91 South Orange Ave., Livingston, 973-992-7000. Newark Academy is the premiere source in northern New Jersey for educational and athletic summer programming. The summer sports program is home to the renowned Mott-Leeney Baseball Camp and other sport-specific camps. State-of-the-art athletic facilities and experienced coaches provide young athletes with experiences from skill acquisition to championship-level team play. See listing under Academic Camps.

Yogi Berra Camps
Yogi Berra Museum, Montclair State University, 8 Quarry Rd., Little Falls, 973-655-2378. Baseball/softball camp ­provides boys and girls ages 8-12 a week of expert training with guest instruction from professional players. Sports broadcasting camp info, call 800-319-0884.

BASKETBALL

Basketball Camp
Shimon & Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, 775 Talamini Rd., Bridgewater, 908-725-6994 x207 Email: PSilberfein@ssbjcc.org. Instruction by On the Court X-Perience for grades K-8. See listing under Day Camps–JCC Camp Ruach.

BROADCASTING

Play By Play Sports Broadcasting Camps
800-319-0884. Nation's #1 Sports Broadcasting Camp. Learn from the pros, meet sports celebrities, make play-by-play and reporting tapes, make sports anchor tapes from TV studio and much more. For boys and girls ages 10-18. Day and overnight options available. Visit website, facebook or youtube for more information.
Jul 8-12
       2013 Camp at Montclair State University.

CIRCUS SKILLS

Circus Place
6 Jill Court, Bldg. 23, Hillsborough, 908-829-3784. Offering exciting classes in circus skills, aerial arts including trapeze and silks, juggling, stilt walking, unicycle, acrobatics, tot programs, magic, birthday parties and more. Adaptive Circus and special needs classes also offered using modified equipment. Call for information about summer programs.

FENCING

New Jersey Fencing Alliance (NJFA)
50-58 Burnett Ave., Maplewood, 973-763-5728. NJFA invites you to experience its 17,000 sq. ft. climate controlled, state-of-the-art fencing club. NJFA offers continuous, flexible enrollment for group and private instruction throughout the year as well as summer camps for children ages 7-17. All levels and all weapons. Our professional staff of internationally and nationally recognized coaches will guide your child through this exciting educational experience. Students will learn how to properly exercise, fencing techniques and strategies, stimulate and achieve goal satisfaction and build self esteem while having fun. Open House Mon.-Thurs. 3-9pm, Sat. 8am-2pm.

GOLF

The Golf Academy at Basking Ridge
Basking Ridge Country Club, 185 Madisonville Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-766-8200 x143. Golf Academy classes instructed by PGA Professionals. Individual lessons and group clinics offered throughout the spring, summer and fall for children age four and up. Half day and full day summer camp for ages 6-17. Visit website for camp and clinic dates and to register online. Club membership is not required.

Morris County Junior Golf Clinics
Berkshire Valley Golf Course, Jefferson Twp.; Flanders Valley Golf Course, Flanders; Pinch Brook Golf Course, Florham Park; Sunset Valley Golf Course, Pompton Plains, 973-697-1041. Junior Golf Clinics and Intermediate Junior Golf Clinics are offered for ages 10-17.

Somerset County Junior Golf Program
Somerset County Park Commission, 908-369-1458 x428. Popular summer golf program introduces the game to Somerset County boys and girls, ages 6-17. Programs include Jr. Golf School, Advanced Golf School, Jr. Golf League, Academy Jr. Golf League, and Pitch & Putt League. Registration begins in March until filled.

Union County Junior Golf Camps
• Ash Brook Golf Course, 1210 Raritan Rd., Scotch Plains, 908-756-0414.
• The Learning Center at Galloping Hill, 1 Golf Dr., Kenilworth, 908-241-8380.
   Week long and daily summer camps for ages 7-17 of all abilities at new practice facility at Galloping Hill. Annual Junior Boys and Girls Public Links Tournament held in August for county residents.

US Sports Institute
732-563-2520. The US Sports Institute golf summer camp is the ideal way to introduce youngsters to the sport of golf. Children will learn all the basic golf techniques using unique and fun training methods.

GYMNASTICS

Olympika Gymnastics
250 Sheffield St., Mountainside, 908-514-0449.

Sunburst Gymnastics Summer Camp
565 Rahway Ave., Union, 908-810-1300. Let your child have fun this summer at our popular day camp. We provide a loving and active environment for your child to spend the day in. We offer a variety of activities including gymnastics, dance and arts and crafts. Bowling and swimming are for full day campers only. Ages 3-5 half day only (8:30am-12:30pm). Ages 6-13 half day or full day (8:30am-5:30pm). 3 or 5 day option available. 10 weeks of excitement. Register in two week sessions. Mention you saw this ad in the Kids Guide for $20 off (new students only).

LACROSSE

Evolution Lacrosse Academy Mini-Camps
Anderson Park, Bellevue & North Mountain Aves., Montclair, 201-306-1124. Co-ed camp provides safe, fun, competitive and age-appropriate instruction for boys and girls ages 7-14 and a starter camp for boys and girls ages 5-6.

Lacrosse Camp
Shimon & Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, 775 Talamini Rd., Bridgewater, 908-725-6994 x207, Email: PSilberfein@ssbjcc.org. Intermediate levels for grades 3-7. See listing under Day Camps–Camp Ruach.

MULTI-SPORTS

Branchburg Sports Complex
47 Readington Rd., Branchburg, 908-203-1600. NJ's brand new premiere sports and family entertainment center features 78,000 square feet of action-packed activities. Lacrosse, soccer, field hockey, tennis, performance training and flag football programs. Don't miss out on our School's Out and summer day camp programs.

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

Drew Athletic Camps
Drew University, 36 Madison Ave., Madison, 973-408-3000. Baseball, basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball and tennis camps July and Aug.

Get It Dunne
Get it Dunne offers a year-round schedule of field hockey clinics for children in grades 1 through 12. Check out our website for information on all our currently scheduled camps and clinics. Registration is open for all our programs. Contact us at randa@getitdunne.com or visit us online.

Kean University Sports Camps
1000 Morris Ave., Union. Sports camps and clinics for ages 7-18 are offered during summer and school breaks.

Morristown-Beard Day Camp
70 Whippany Rd., Morristown, 973-539-3032 ext. 569. State licensed facility, located on a beautiful 22-acre campus, offers a traditional day camp as well as specialty camps including arts and crafts, mountain biking, world languages, history adventures, math skills, writing workshop, teenxtreme, college essay, graphic design, digital film editing, strength and conditioning, musical theatre boot camp and sports clinics.

Multi-Sports Camps
1-866-345-BALL. The US Sports Institute multi sports camp is the original multi sports camp where your child has the opportunity to play over 15 different sports from around the world in one fun packed week! Half day, full day & evening camps are available for children aged 3 to 14 at over 250 locations in NJ. Many others have tried to emulate the success of this camp, but none have come close to the experience and level of energy USSI offers your child. This is the true sports camp experience with so much to do in so little time.

Newark Academy Summer Session
91 South Orange Ave., Livingston, 973-992-7000. Newark Academy is the premiere source in northern New Jersey for educational and athletic summer programming. The summer sports program is home to the renowned Mott-Leeney Baseball Camp and other sport-specific camps. State-of-the-art athletic facilities and experienced coaches provide young athletes with experiences from skill acquisition to championship-level team play. See listing under Academic Camps.

Palermo Show Stable
1555 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster, 908-719-7500. Info@palermoshowstable.com. Tues.-Sun. 8am-1pm, 3-6pm, after hours by appointment only. Horseback riding lessons, ages 5 to 65, beginner to advanced. Summer day camps, ages 6 to 16 and youth camp ages 3-5. Boarding, training, showing, horse sales and leases, and monthly horse shows.

Raritan Valley Community College Sports Camps
Rt. 28 & Lamington Rd., North Branch, 908-526-1200 ext. 8235. Sports camps for ages 7-16.

Rutgers Sports Camps
Rutgers Campus, New Brunswick. Rutgers coaches teach summer camp programs in soccer, football and basketball and many other sports.

The Sports Academy
56 E. Willow St., Millburn, 973-912-9002. Indoor sports
programs–baseball, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, preschool, birthday parties, summer basketball camps.

ROCK CLIMBING

New Jersey Rock Gym
373D Rt. 46W, Fairfield, 973-439-9860. Mon.-Fri. 2-10:30pm, Sat. & Sun. 10-8pm. Safe, friendly environment providing indoor rock climbing for birthday parties and groups, summer and winter mini camps. More information online.

RUGBY

Union County Rugby Football Club
908-665-9429, 973-615-2814. Summer flag rugby program for boys and girls from any town in grades kindergarten to 8th grade.

SKATING

Union Sports Arena
244-A Rt. 22W, Union, 908-687-8610. Summer soccer and hockey camps.

SOCCER

McLoughlin Sports
908-533-3049. Twelve single week camps—mornings or full days. Boys and girls ages 4-18. Led by a professional, experienced, international staff, camps are held locally—Basking Ridge, Summit, Madison, Chatham, Bridgewater, Hillsborough, Watchung, Long Hill Township, Warren and other nearby towns. Speed Training Camps for serious athletes are run simultaneously. Call Tom McLoughlin for more details.

Premier Soccer Camps
Lawrenceville Rd., Lawrenceville, 866-449-9237. A coed residential and day soccer camp directed by Olympic Coach Dennis Lukens.

Soccer Camps
732-563 2525. USA's wide range of camp options and dynamic professional staff ensure that you'll never need to look elsewhere for a soccer camp again. With 14 different camp types to choose from, we always have the camp to meet your child's soccer needs. Camps are open to children aged 3 to 18 and of all ability levels. Over 250 locations to choose from in NJ!

Union Sports Arena
244-A Rt. 22W, Union, 908-687-8610. Summer soccer and hockey camps.

TENNIS

Tennis Paradigms 10 & Under Summer Program
Garden State Tennis Center, 1 Villa Dr., Edison, 908-226-9300. 9am-12:30pm. Tennis professionals share their techniques, tactics and strategies with children ages 10 and under.

US Sports Institute
732 563 2520. Provider of cutting edge tennis programs that cater for all age groups and ability levels. Programs are offered in the spring, summer and fall. All trainers are USTA certified and follow USTA curriculums.

YOGA

Yoga Summer Camp
Mia Yoga, 116 Greenwood Ave., Montclair, 973-752-8232.

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teen camps

Adventures Cross Country
242 Redwood Highway, Mill Valley, CA, 800-767-2722. Adventure travel programs exclusively for teenagers (ages 13-18) range from 15 to 40 days in length and may focus on multi-sport activities, water activities or geographic exploration.

AFS
800-AFS-INFO. 3-7 week summer programs depart June-July and provide opportunities to live with a host family, take language classes or perform community service abroad. See Specialty Enrichment Classes for more on AFS.

Apogee Adventures
40 Bowker St., Brunswick, Maine, 207-725-7025. One, two & three week goal-oriented bicycle touring, hiking, rafting, sea-kayaking, and community service adventure trips for students (ages 12-18).

Appalachian Mountain Club Teen Wilderness Adventures
603-466-2721, ext. 209. Outdoor experience for youth ages 12-18 in a co-ed setting. Trips in New Hampshire, Maine or the Berkshires range from 5-22 days with groups limited to 8 participants and 2 staff instructors.

Chef Central Summer Cooking Camp
240 Rt. 17N, Paramus, 201-576-0100; 45 S. Central Park Ave., Hartsdale, NY, 914-328-1376. See listing under Cooking Camps.

Dapple Hill Farm
Minutes from I-78, within easy access of NY, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 201-725-0047. Debuting this summer, Dapple Hill Farm's annual Pony Camp will proudly feature a truly unique experience with the addition of our Foal Program. 2013 campers will have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to work
with three foals alongside our professionals. No other area camp has
this opportunity. DHF's Pony Camp is a top rated introductory camp
for children and young teens. Campers will enjoy riding 5 days a week,
while learning about horses, horse care and having fun! Traditional
camp activities can be expected paired with DHF's exclusive
camper/pony teams bobbing for apples race, scavenger hunts and
culminating at "The Wedding." Campers can do a full week session for
$500, a Monday-Wednesday-Friday for $375. Please visit our website for
further details about Pony Camp and other opportunities at DHF.

Day Camp Sunshine
On the campus of Fellowship Deaconry, 3575 Valley Rd., Liberty Corner, 908-647-9624. Classic camp experience provides comprehensive program for today's teen at an affordable rate. Exciting electives and activities, swimming and field trips each week. Guest speakers offer engaging talks on relevant topics. Dedicated staff ensures safe summer fun in a Christian environment.

Drew University SummerTerm
Rt. 24, Madison, 973-408-3400. Summer courses are open to qualified high school students and students from other colleges.

Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp
973-874-9403. Future Fashionistas Fashion Camp offers an authentic fashion experience in the world of design from sewing and construction to illustration. Students pick themes such as fashion styling, project runway and everything in between. Multiple and single week sessions of fashion fun.
Jul 8-Aug 16

International Ivy Summer Enrichment Programs
908-899-1338, email info@iisummer.com.
• Short Hills: The Pingry School, 50 Country Day Dr.
• Chatham: Chatham Day School, 700 Shunpike Rd.
• Caldwell: Caldwell College, 120 Bloomfield Ave.
Mon.-Fri.: Full day 9-5; half-day 9-12:30 or 1:30-5pm. $780 per week for full day; $390 per week for half day.
   The spirit of International Ivy is to learn and explore while having fun. We create classes based on what kids would love to learn like video game creation, robotics, arts and weird science. Students select the classes which fascinate them.

McCarter Theatre Summer Camps
609-258-6510. Theatrical adventures in Princeton for students K-12. Each program culminates in a performance for friends and family. Visit website for more details.

Morristown-Beard Day Camp
70 Whippany Rd., Morristown, 973-539-3032 ext. 569.

Palermo Show Stable
1555 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster, 908-719-7500. Info@palermoshowstable.com. Tues.-Sun. 8am-1pm, 3-6pm, after hours by appointment only. Horseback riding lessons, ages 5 to 65, beginner to advanced. Summer day camps, ages 6 to 16 and youth camp ages 3-5. Boarding, training, showing, horse sales and leases, and monthly horse shows.

Playwrights Theatre Creative Arts Academy
PO Box 1295, Madison, 973-514-1787 x21. A professional theater nationally renowned for its educational projects offers a summer theater program for teens. Full-day and half-day camps in acting, playwriting, musical performance and audition technique are offered in five 2-week sessions. Each session concludes with a presentation for family and friends. Space is limited, enrollment is year-round.

Road Rulz Teen Travel
Shimon & Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center
775 Talamini Rd., Bridgewater, 908-725-6994 x207, Fax: 908-725-9753, Email: PSilberfein@ssbjcc.org. See listing under Day Camps-JCC Camp Ruach.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Junior and Senior Corps
36 Madison Ave., Madison, 973-845-6742. The Junior and Senior Corps is a dynamic alternative to the typical summer performing arts camp for ages 11-17. Professional-caliber classes from a leading Shakespeare theater. 2-3 week sessions June-Aug.

Stonybrook Day Camp
42 Park Ave., Randolph, 973-584-0078. 7:30-5:30pm. Family owned and operated for over two decades, ACA accredited in the heart of Randolph, for ages 3-15.

Student Conservation Association
PO Box 550, Charlestown, NH 03603, 603-543-1700. Service opportunities for high school and college students in National Parks, Forests, Wildlife Refuges and other public and private agencies.

Westminster Summer Programs
Princeton and Lawrenceville, NJ, 609-924-7416. Middle and high school students from across the nation come to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Students will study with renowned artist faculty in the areas of voice, piano, musical theatre, organ, composition and filmmaking. Our programs offer residential and non-­residential options.

Xtreme Adventure
Somerset County Park Commission Outdoor Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Rd., Basking Ridge, 908-766-2489 x326. Teens ages 13-15 can sign up for one or more day trips or overnight adventures. No experience necessary.

YEA (Youth Empowered Action) Camp
Week-long sleepaway summer leadership program for youth 12-17. Campers choose an issue of importance to them and learn how to take action on the issue once they get home. Locations in Oregon, California and New Jersey.

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