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SummerSummerAA GuideGuide ToTo CampsCampsJanuary 18. 2018 RECORDER COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS www.newjerseyhills.com SchoolsSchools The Bernardsville News • Observer-Tribune • Echoes-Sentinel • Hunterdon Review • Mt. Olive Chronicle • Randolph Reporter Roxbury Register • Madison Eagle • Florham Park Eagle • Chatham&& Courier • Hanover Eagle • Morris NewsBee • The Citizen DELBARTON Sports Camps & Academic Courses 10 Sports Camps Co-ed Academic for Boys Grades 3-9 Courses for #1 HS Sports Grades 3-12 Program in NJ 1, 2, or 5 week course options June 25 – July 29 June 20 – July 29 Register Online • Red Cross Swim Lessons 973/538-3231 ext. 3019 • 230 Mendham Road • Morristown, NJ 07960 delbarton.org/summer PAGE 2 Thursday, January 18, 2018 CAMPS & SCHOOLS GUIDE newjerseyhills.com NEW JERSEY HILLS MEDIA GROUP newjerseyhills.com CAMPS & SCHOOLS GUIDE Thursday, January 18, 2018 PAGE 3 NEW JERSEY HILLS MEDIA GROUP PAGE 4 Thursday, January 18, 2018 CAMPS & SCHOOLS GUIDE newjerseyhills.com • INDEX OF ADVERTISERS • Albrook School ........................... 19 Matheny ................................ 25 Breakaway Day Camp ...................... 18 Meadowbrook Country Day Camp ............. 28 Calderone School of Music .................. 14 Morris School District Community School ....... 17 Camp Discovery ........................... 27 NJ Audubon Society ......................... 9 Camp Kierson .............................. 3 NJ School of Ballet ......................... 20 Camp Riverbend .......................... 13 Randolph Community School ................. 18 Campus Kids – NJ ........................... 6 Randolph YMCA ........................... 6 The Center for Contemporary Art ............. 22 Raritan Valley Community College ............ 16 Chatham Day School/Camp ................... 8 Roxbury Day Care Center .................... 26 Chester Area Pool ......................... 20 Rutgers Preparatory School ................... 5 Delbarton School ........................cover School of St. Elizabeth ...................... 21 Far Hills Country Day School ................. 11 Seaton Hackney Stables ..................... 10 Golf Academy at BRCC ....................... 8 SEE Camp ................................. 7 HudsonWay Immersion School ................. 2 Somerset Hills YMCA ........................ 7 International Ivy ........................... 2 Soo Bahk Do Karate of Gillette ............... 25 Kent Place School ......................... 13 Sprout House ............................. 24 Kevin Spencer’s Magic Camp ................. 16 The Children’s Corner ...................... 12 Lakeland Hills Family YMCA ................. 26 Theater Dance Center ...................... 22 LBC Talent Summer Conservatory ............. 14 Think Tutoring ............................ 24 Logan’s Brook Equine Center ................. 15 Villa Walsh Academy ....................... 17 Madison Area YMCA ....................... 21 Willow School ............................ 19 Mary’s Your Name Here ..................... 12 Winston Preparatory School ................. 23 MORE THAN FUN, CAMP EXPANDS THE WORLD Camp is not just recreation and fun. It is derstand the importance of a community ine the materials the camps provide. In ad- more than teaching skills, such as archery and the responsibilities that lie within? Who dition, many camps have web sites that in- or swimming. It is about understanding the will keep my children safe and guard their clude photos, maps or virtual tours of the beauty of discovery that can lead to emo- tender feelings while they are acting invin- camp facility, sample daily schedules and tional growth and maturation. cible? Who will care when I’m not there? menus, and information about the directors It is the expansion of one’s world, a sharp- The answer to these questions is the camp and key staff. As children become better ening of one’s vision that invites the acqui- professional. They offer children the oppor- acquainted with the camp experience and sition of lifelong lessons, according to the tunity to explore, discover, and learn about more involved in the decision-making pro- American Camp Association (ACA). the best things life has to offer. They are cess, they will have less anxiety about going Camp professionals are not just teachers willing to laugh, talk and cry with children, away to camp. or counselors; they are coaches and men- creating an understanding of social bond- The camp experience is a win-win for ev- tors. They influence, advocate, shape, love, ing. These are the people who are willing to eryone. Parents win because their children and protect. And it is true, both young and care when I am not there. grow and learn. Children win because they old do learn lessons from the camp experi- ACA offers a variety of tips on how to have fun and collect lifelong friends and ence. However, those lessons come after expe- choose the right summer camp for your memories. Society wins because the camp riences that are real, relevant, and personal. child: experience helps make healthy, productive “Who will care when I’m not there?” It’s When beginning the camp selection pro- adults. Camp professionals win because every parent’s question when they leave cess, consider your child’s interests. It’s im- they have made a positive difference in a their children in the hands of strangers. portant to know a child’s personality and child’s life. Who will take the time to appreciate basic identify what camp programs will bene- Camp is an equal opportunity life-chang- child development, as well as the unique fit him or her most. With a variety of pro- er. By sending a child to camp, families are qualities of their personalities? Who will grams and activities, summer camp offers truly giving a gift that lasts a lifetime. ensure that my children have fun and, at fun and meaningful adventures to match a The pages in this booklet provide a listing the same time, learn important life lessons? child’s interests and maturity level. of camps of all types in the area. Whether it Who will help my children understand how Be certain to include your child in the de- be academics, music, theater, sports, or oth- they can work as a team, contributing and cision-making process. Together with your er types of interests, you’ll find it here. succeeding? Who will help my children un- child, explore the camp options and exam- Happy camping. NEW JERSEY HILLS MEDIA GROUP newjerseyhills.com CAMPS & SCHOOLS GUIDE Thursday, January 18, 2018 PAGE 5 NEW JERSEY HILLS MEDIA GROUP PAGE 6 Thursday, January 18, 2018 CAMPS & SCHOOLS GUIDE newjerseyhills.com DAY AND RESIDENT CAMPS CAMP DISCOVERY sions are offered in 1-6 week formats. session is one week, from Monday through Fairleigh Dickinson University provides Friday. Full-day camp runs from 9 a.m. to Summer Addresses: Fairleigh Dickinson Uni- your child with an incredible summer camp 3 p.m. Half-day is 9 a.m. to noon or noon to versity Florham Campus, 285 Madison Ave- experience. Choose from three camp pro- 3 p.m. nue, Madison, NJ 07940; and Fairleigh Dick- grams offered at two convenient locations Camp Kierson is located on 20 acres of roll- inson University Metropolitan Campus, 1000 – our Florham Campus in Madison or Met- ing hills in Hunterdon County. Each year, Ki- River Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666. ropolitan Campus in Teaneck. Throughout erson Farm offers a host of Riding Camps Summer phone: (201) 692-6500 the summer your child will engage in excit- for all ages and skill levels. Kierson camp- Fax: (201) 692-6505 ing daily activities such as science and na- ers will experience horses in a safe, clean and E-mail: [email protected] ture exploration, sports and recreation, as professional atmosphere with fun at the fore- Website: fdu.edu/campdiscovery well as weekly field trips. Camp Discov- front of all activities. We offer several differ- Director: Karen Nelson ery is a summer camp that provides the ent camp programs to accommodate all rid- Co-ed programs include Camp Discovery right mix of friendship, fun and learning. ers from the smallest beginner to advanced for grades 1-7, which offers a well-rounded riders looking to compete on a National or day camp experience with fun STEM and CAMP KIERSON World Level. Each of our camp options fea- nature activities, arts and crafts, sports, tures hour-long riding lessons, hands-on dance, exciting fi eld trips and more; Camp Summer Address: 107 W. Woodschurch Rd., horse learning, team and confi dence build- Discovery Tech for grades 5-8 (only avail- Flemington, NJ 08822 ing ativities, and a little bit of horseplay able at Teaneck location), for campers in- Summer phone: (908) 528-3307 too. Our goal at Camp Kierson is to share terested in exploring STEM, robotics, ex- E-mail: [email protected] the joy of the horse with each of our camp- citing fi eld trips and more; and Leader in Website: www.kiersonfarm.com ers and helping them learn all things horse. Training Camp (LIT) for grades 8-9, which Director: Nikki Harrison or Hilary Wilcox offers leadership training, exciting activi- Kierson Farm Summer Camp is open to CAMP RIVERBEND ties and trips. Fees vary, depending on pro- all ages and ability levels, ages 3 and up. We gram length and frequency. Early bird dis- offer a variety of camp options to fi t all rid- Summer Address: 116 Hillcrest Rd., Warren, counts are available for those who register ers. Fees are: Happy Trails: $250 Half-Day or and pay in full before May 30. Flexible ses- $450 Full-Day. Step Up Camp costs $675. Each CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 Summer Day Camp Randolph YMCA