Best New Jersey Sailing Camps Summer 2024 Directory

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: With our beautiful lake as the centerpiece, we have various villages of cabins, plus great program lodges, a big dining hall, sports courts and fields, fire rings, 2 waterfronts, and beautiful trails connecting it all together.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Fairview Lake is comprised of five camp types - Traditional Camp, Ranch Camp, ETC, our adventure program, Specialty Camp, and Counselor in Training. We offer coed, boys, and girls programs. Camp sessions are between 1 and 6 weeks long. Our programs were established in 1915, and we have a long history of running safe, kid-focused camps. Our staff comes from all over the country and globe are thoroughly vetted before they are hired, and participate in extensive training before camp starts.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Here at the Y, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to go to camp. Financial assistance is available through an application process. Details can be found on our website.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Throughout the year, Fairview Lake offers many family weekends, adult programs, and group opportunities. We are a year-round facility, and we are Northern NJ's largest outdoor education center!

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Our first week of camp starts on June 26, 2022. See our website for complete information on session length and pricing. We offer financial assistance for families who might not otherwise be able to afford camp - see our website for more details.

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Fairview Lake YMCA Camps is hiring! We have positions available starting as early as MARCH 2022. Our year-round program instructor works with visiting groups, schools, conferences, and families in a variety of program areas. Training is provided. Shared housing, laundry, and meals (when the kitchen is open) are also included.

Sleepaway and day camp positions are also available! See a complete list of our open positions at Our Camp Website Link: www.fairviewlakeymca.org 

CAMP FACILITIES: NJ's largest and most visited cultural institution. Large, modern building with lots of space indoors and out. Home to the Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium, the biggest planetarium in the western hemisphere.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: We offer fun hands-on, inquiry based courses in various disciplines of STEM. Children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, collaborate, design and test different ideas and concepts. Our knowledgeable and supportive STEM educators lead campers through week long explorations using real-world science and technology skills and tools. Each session concludes with a Friday afternoon showcase for family and friends.

Course Levels & Topics Include:
Explorer Level (entering grade 1) – Coding, the laws of motion, chemistry

Scientist Level (entering grades 2 – 3) – Robotics, flight, wizardry

Innovator Level (entering grades 4 – 5) – Astronomy, animals, robotics

Visionary Level (entering grades 6 – 8) – Sailing, virtual reality, rollercoasters

See all the details at Our Camp Website Link: www.LSC.org.

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Every Friday family and friends are invited watch their children shine as they demonstrate their new skills and inventions at our family showcase.

OTHER CAMP INFO: Security staff are all trained first responders; and we are located just over a mile from a top-ranked hospital.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Weeks of camp: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, July 29-Aug 2, Aug 5-9, Aug 12-16, Aug 19-23

Camp runs Monday through Friday; Camp hours are 9:00 am to 4:00 pm; Before and After Care available for additional fee

More information see -- Our Camp Website Link: lsc.org

CAMP FACILITIES: Camp Hoover has a large, modern dining hall, three cabins, five tent sites, a primitive site, a recreation building and full usage of Swartswood Lake for swimming, boating, and sailing. A large playfield, ropes course, archery course, hiking trails and a craft center are available for all campers.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Girls entering grades 1 to 12 can choose from one or all of the camps operated by GSHNJ. All girls are welcome to participate in our summer camp programs regardless of race, religion, physical ability, economic status, or national origin. Our camp program is based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. GSHNJ camps provide a strong focus on Girl Scout fundamentals and in many of our programs girls will earn a Badge or portions of one.

Camp sessions run from July 5 through August 15. Hoover offers two experiences: General and Specialty.

General Camp programs are designed for girls entering grades 1-12 and provide a broad camp experience with varied activities and waterfront 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 3-12. Activities are grouped according to program, age, and interest level. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities like swimming, boating, 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.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Lifeguard Training: Spend a week at Camp Hoover learning the basics of water rescue and safety and earning the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification, as well as First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer with AED. Note: All campers participating in this program need to be strong swimmers and demonstrate ability to complete a series of pre-course water tests including a continuous distance swim. (Ages 15+, Fee $950)

Level 1 Archery Instructor: Become a certified Level 1 Archery Instructor! This course provides the necessary tools to maintain safety both on and off the archery range, covering range safety, range setup, the steps of shooting, equipment and repair, programs and lesson plans. Level 1 Instructors are well prepared to teach beginner archery programs in both indoor and outdoor settings. Minimum age requirement is 15. Successful completion of the course (passing both written and practical exams) provides a three year certification. (Ages 15+, Fee $575)

FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Family Camp is the perfect time to bring your group to Hoover and enjoy a day or two (or more!) of fun summer activities. The waterfront is fully staffed for you to go swimming, boating or just bathe in the sun. You can participate in the Challenge Course, take a hike up Hoover's hills, try your hand at archery, make arts and crafts, enjoy cookouts and much more.

Come join us from Friday, August 21st to Monday, September 7th for this wonderful overnight camping experience. Registration information can be found on our website, Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Camp Lou Henry Hoover is available year- round for groups and families to rent our facilities. Located on 340 acres in Middleville, New Jersey, there is something for everyone at Camp Hoover! We offer three types of accommodations: heated cabins that have sleeping quarters with bunkbeds, full bathrooms, and kitchens stocked with cooking equipment; platform tent sites that have bathhouses and pavilions for shelter; and pitch-your-own-tent sites that either have a covered pavilion and bathroom facilities or a simple trough sink. Groups are invited to plan your own adventures, select all-inclusive weekends (May to June), or arrange for individual program activities for your event. We are here to make your stay easy, enjoyable, and fun!

For more information visit Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org or email rentals[AT]gshnj.org

OTHER CAMP INFO:

Sessions run from July 5-August 15, and offer two experiences: general and specialty. General Camp programs offer girls an array of different camp activities every day. Specialty Camp programs focus on a particular interest combined with traditional camp activities
like arts & crafts, nature, hiking, archery, ropes course, games, cookouts, swimming, and boating. Girls develop responsibility through “kapers” (jobs that help keep Hoover in order) and other fun and enriching activities.

We offer the opportunity for girls to explore nature and the outdoors, the arts, STEM and much more. Our camp programs are designed to be fun, interactive, challenging and a time for personal growth. There is nothing better than hearing our girls say, “I did that!”

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
July 5 - 11, 20120
July 12 - 18, 2020
July 19 - 25, 2020
July 26 - August 1, 2020
August 2 - 18, 2020
August 12 - 15, 2020

Fees range from $190 to $1,475.

For more information and view our 2020 Camp Guide, please visit our website at Our Camp Website Link: www.gshnj.org

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Camp Hoover 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.

We are currently looking for Role Models to participate in our programs in a variety of positions from Counselors to Lifeguards and more!

Camp Hoover 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.

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

CAMP FACILITIES: Each camp location has indoor facilities (gym, classrooms, auditorium), a pool, sports fields. Some have tennis courts and more.

CAMP PROGRAM INFO: MINI CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGE 3
A fun-filled first camp experience
for 3 year-old campers!

DAY CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 4-8
Pure fun! Activities include: swimming, art, sports, science, music/drama and more!

SPORTS CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
The finest multi-sports experience featuring baseball, soccer, basketball, hockey, lacrosse and more!

SENIOR CAMP
For Boys & Girls
AGES 9-15
For campers interested in new challenges and adventures!

MAJOR CAMPS
For Boys & Girls
Gr K-10
Unique specialty camps in Science, Technology, Design, Business and the Arts.

TENNIS CAMPS
Single-Sport Camps 1-9 weeks
For Boys & Girls
AGES 6-14
Designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced players.
Full and half day options.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy
Haverford, PA at The Haverford School
Chestnut Hill, PA at Norwood-Fontbonne Academy
Montgomery Springs, PA at Montgomery School
Newtown Square, PA at Episcopal Academy
Tinton Falls, NJ at Ranney School
Lawrenceville, NJ at The Lawrenceville School
Baltimore, MD at The Gilman School
North Bethesda, MD at The Georgetown Prep School Bronx, NY at The Riverdale Country School
Greenwich, CT at Greenwich Academy

LEADERSHIP EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LEaD)
Young Adults, Age 15-17

OVERVIEW
Join the Leadership Exploration and Development Program (LEaD) and prepare to be a part of the next generation of ESF Leaders. Discover your unique leadership abilities and gain rewarding experience that will help you to develop the skills to be a future ESF counselor or coach, as well as a productive member of your home and school communities. Through immersive leadership workshops, hands-on mentoring and apprentice opportunities, team building initiatives and philanthropic service learning experiences, the LEaD Program will prepare you for the very valuable job of making a difference in the lives of children.

Highlights include:
- CPR and First Aid training
- An adventure-based field trip
- Service learning credit hours
- Exposure to ESF experts and talented activity specialists
- Recreational activities & sports
- Swimming

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
June 13 - August 18 (dates may vary at different locations)

SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
At ESF, we hire only the best of the best and we take great pride in the fact that our team members aspire to positions of leadership and responsibility. In recognition of the individual strengths and talents of our team members, we actively support both personal and professional development every summer and provide the tools and guidance necessary for advancement.

Our team of counselors, coaches and lifeguards/swim instructors consists of teachers as well as undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in a variety of fields including but not limited to Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Work and Family Science.

Our training and leadership development programs propel ESF to the forefront of the camp industry. Additionally, a high percentage of team members return to our ESF family each year to create amazing life experiences for our campers.

For complete jobs info, please visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.esfjobs.com.

CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: A three week leadership camp runs from July 13 to August 2, 2014. The third week is spent as an assistant to a counselor.

CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS OR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Limited scholarships are available

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Buildings are available for rent by non-profit groups from September to June. We have a building for groups as small as 5 and as large as 150.

CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Please see the web-site under "Summer Camps" page for dates and pricing. Please call or email to receive a brochure.