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S U M M E R CA M PS
2023 EDITION
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R egistration I nformation for 2023
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Children'
SUMMER CAMPS
If you want to register for the Monmouth County Park System’s
IN MONMOUTH
COUNTY PARKS
summer camps, here are all the details:
SUNDAY, MARCH 5:
Registration opens for Summer Camps. You can register online
at www.MonmouthCountyParks.com beginning at 12:00 PM
or by phone at 732-842-4000, ext. 1, from 12:00-2:00 PM.
After March 5 you can register:
ONLINE: 24/7
BY PHONE: Call 732-842-4000, ext. 1,
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
IN PERSON: Visit the Park System Headquarters building
located at
Thompson Park,
805 Newman Springs Road,
Lincroft, Monday through Friday between
8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
You may register family members ONLY for as
many camps as you wish. For online registration
at www.MonmouthCountyParks.com, be sure to
create your account ahead of time and set up
profile information for each family member.
Table of Contents
Summer Job Fair 2 Performing Arts 30-31
Monmouth County Fair 3 Sports 31-38
Arts & Crafts 4-7 Therapeutic Recreation 39
Day Camps & Theme Camps 8-14 Camp Index 40-45
Equestrian 15 Park Amenities 46
Farm Life & Living History 15-16 Park Partners 47
Nature & Science 17-25 Registration Information 48
Odyssey Adventures 26-29 Note: Swim lessons will be listed in the
Summer Parks & Programs Guide,
available on Friday, May 10.
To register for summer camps starting March 5 at 12:00 PM, visit www.MonmouthCountyParks.com or
call 732-842-4000, ext. 1, from 12:00-2:00 PM.
After March 5, online registration continues 24/7 and phone registration will be available
Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
For general information about your Monmouth County parks, call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312.
Essential Eligibility Requirements for
Park System Programs & Camps
Sponsor a Camper!
With the help of donations to our RecAssist
1. Age: Must fall within the listed age/grade for a
program, Monmouth County children who may
program or camp.
not otherwise be able to afford to, have the
2. Capacity: An individual must register before the
opportunity to enjoy week-long summer camps
program has reached its maximum capacity.
in beautiful county parks.
3. Charges: Payment is due upon registering, or
through an approved third-party balance due. Scan to make a donation:
4. Prerequisite Skills: Individuals may be required to
be at a specific stated skill level for some pro-
grams.
5. Conduct: With or without accommodation, all par-
ticipants shall abide by standard rules of conduct:
• Participants shall be respectful of other
participants, staff and others.
• Participants shall be respectful of the equipment
and use it as instructed.
• Participants shall be responsible for their words
and actions.
Please refer to individual programs for additional eligibility
requirements that may be necessary to ensure safety in a
program or camp.
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 1
S U M M E R J O B FA I R
2 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312
M O N M O U T H C O U N T Y FA I R
Monmouth County’s First Agricultural Fair
Wednesday, July 26: 4:00-11:00 PM
Thursday, July 27: 4:00-11:00 PM
Friday, July 28: 4:00-11:00 PM
Saturday, July 29: 11:00 AM-11:00 PM
Sunday, July 30: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
A county-wide event for all ages that includes:
Free Entertainment • 4-H Shows & Exhibits
Rides by Campy’s Blue Star Amusements • Live Music on the Main Stage
Robinson’s Racing Pigs • Bwana Jim Wildlife Show • The Raptor Project
Hilby the Skinny German Juggle Boy • Mutts Gone Nuts
Horse Shows • Aaron Bonk’s Fire, Whips & Danger Tricks
Living History Displays • Home & Garden Demonstrations & Displays
Monmouth County Park System Interactive Display
Commercial Vendors • Delicious Food Vendors
Admission: $8.00, Children 12 and under enter FREE
Veterans & Active Military with ID enter FREE
Free Parking
www.MonmouthCountyFair.com
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 3
ARTS & CRAFTS
ARTS & CRAFTS Aspiring Artists® Fine Arts Camp
(entering grades 3-6)
Young artists will have the opportunity to explore the
3-D Drawing painting styles of artists such as Monet, Derain, van
(entering grades 6-8) Gogh, and Matisse as they paint their own renditions
Do you like illusions? Want your drawing to “jump” off of famous Impressionist and Fauvist masterpieces.
the page? Then this class is for you! Let’s practice and Campers will also create original decoupage designs,
experiment with various techniques for creating optical pastel and charcoal drawings, illustrations, and hand
illusions, realistic and technical 3-D drawings by hand. built decorative bowls using Sculpey® clay.
You’ll be provided a workbook with all the exercises Artist/Instructor: Debra Stasiak, Founder of Aspiring
laid out. This will make a great reference to take with Artists LLC
you. You’ll have your own table to spread out all your Five Sessions $245.00 Per Child
drawings and activities. Wear sneakers and bring a Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
snack, lunch and beverage daily. Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 10:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . Z0733A
Instructor: Stacey Pritchard
Five Sessions $325.00 Per Child
Tatum Pk Red Hill Act Ctr Aspiring Artists® Masterpiece Painting
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . A0333X Camp
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . A0433X (entering grades 2-5)
Using acrylic paints on canvas, students will study and
paint Impressionistic and Fauvist masterpieces from
Aspiring Artists Painting and Decoupage Monet, van Gogh, Matisse, Derain, and Cross. On a
Designs™ good weather day, we will paint outdoors, so students
(entering grades 3-6) can focus on the effects of sunlight on trees and grass,
Using famous masterpieces as inspiration, students just like the great Impressionist masters did.
will create unique decoupage designs by using acrylic Artist/Instructor: Debra Stasiak, Founder of Aspiring
paint and hand-painted pieces of paper. On the last Artists, LLC
day, students will design an original decoupage Five Sessions $190.00 Per Child
composition. Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
Five Sessions $190.00 Per Child Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 10:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . . Z0333A
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 10:00 AM-1:00 PM . . Z0433A
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 10:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . . Z1033A
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 10:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . Z1133A
4 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312
ARTS & CRAFTS
Cartooning Creative Arts Camp
(entering grades 6-8) (entering grades 3-9)
Love drawing cartoons? Improve your skills in this During this exciting week immersed in the arts, explore
camp! You’ll get to draw your own characters and create a variety of art materials and methods to create both
new settings, friends, pets, outfits and adventures, We’ll fine art and craft pieces. Campers will be placed in
explore characters, story lines, lettering, sculpting and groups according to age for this rotating art class. Camp
other aspects of creating cartoons. Your characters will will feature our famous ceramics, hand-built pottery,
even come to life with polymer clay. You will get your drawing, painting, mixed media, and much, much
own table to spread out all your drawings and activities. more. Join us on Friday at 3:30 PM for our fabulous end
Following lessons from an individual workbook, you’ll of camp art show. Friends and family are welcome to
create single frame and multi-frame comics exploring attend.
what is funny and imaginative to you. Wear sneakers Five Sessions $325.00 Per Child
and bring a snack, lunch and beverage daily. Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
Instructor: Stacey Pritchard (entering grades 3-4)
Five Sessions $325.00 Per Child Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . Z2933A
Tatum Pk Red Hill Act Ctr (entering grades 5-6)
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . A0133X Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . Z3033A
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . A0233X (entering grades 7-9)
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . Z3133A
Clay Camp
(entering grades 6-10) Drawing Intensive Camp
This camp is strictly about clay! Campers will experience (entering grades 6-10)
the potter’s wheel, hand-building and glazing. We If your child enjoys drawing and wants to improve their
will end our week with a raku firing. Students of any skills this is the camp for them. Mastering drawing
experience level are welcome. Please provide lunch techniques and emphasizing the importance of
and a beverage. observation while being taught the proper techniques
Five Sessions $280.00 Per Child to become a skilled young artist. Perspective 1 point
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center and 2 point, achieving accuracy with proportions
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . Z1533X making and using values properly all the while creating
Mon-Fri, Aug 28-Sep 1 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . Z1633X dynamic compositions. Various media will include
graphite, charcoal, fine markers, Chinese ink, colored
pencils and some wet drawing media as well. Always
boosting your child’s self esteem as each student moves
forward at their own pace.
My daughter had so much fun working Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA, Professional Artist,
with the different techniques, design and Lightscapes Studio LLC
Five Sessions $290.00 Per Child
finishing. She was so excited to show us
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
all of her creations on the final day. Can’t Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 10:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . Z2433A
wait for next summer! Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 10:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . Z2533A
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 5
ARTS & CRAFTS
KidzArt Camps KidzArt Camps continued...
(entering grades 1-9) Go Green and Get Smart
KidzArt camps are a drawing-based fine art programs (entering grades 1-5)
with diverse multimedia curriculum that meet National Use everyday materials to create fabulous works of
Standards for Art Education. Discovery and self- art…plus a few FUN surprises like drawing on elephant
expression are fundamental to KidzArt programs where poo paper! Learn how to draw a car of the future and
creative spirit is nurtured while building friendships find out exactly what makes it run. Create unique
and having fun! Please dress for mess and pack a snack mixed media pieces with found, unusual and recycled
and a drink. materials and assembled with imagination. Experiment
Five Sessions $190.00 Per Child with printmaking, watercolor painting, collage and
Draw, Paint, Create sculpture. Create a functional piece of art that also
(entering grades 1-5) helps save the planet.
In this KidzArt camp, you’ll bring your artistic skills to Freneau Wds Pk Vis Ctr Art Room
the next level. Through guided projects, we will show Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . Z1833A
you how to use perspective, color, shading and texture We Love Bugs
to achieve amazing results in your drawings, paintings (entering grades 1-5)
and sculptures Some artists are inspired by beautiful sunsets, others
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center by abstract colors. Young entomologists in this KidzArt
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . Z0533A camp will be inspired by bugs! Explore a world so tiny
Animals Animals that you may need a magnifying glass to see it! Have
(entering grades 1-5) fun as you investigate the amazing variety of insects
If your child loves animals this camp will surely delight! through drawing, collage, sculpture and water media.
Check out all kinds of cool creatures and the places they Take a break and listen to fascinating stories about
live. Learn how to draw, paint and sculpt some of your bugs.
favorite animals. Try some bold patterns, colors and Big Brook Pk Elsas Lodge
crazy animal designs. Packed with 2-D and 3-D projects Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . Z1933A
too. TeenzArt: Fine Art Studio - All New Lessons
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center (entering grades 6-9)
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . Z0633A TeenzArt Fine Art Studio captures the passion and
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . Z1233A imagination of older students. This camp provides
Printmaking and Collage quality art instruction that mixes technique and skill
(entering grades 3-6) building with opportunities for creative freedom and
Explore the world of printmaking and collage as we self-expression. We have big plans in store including
press, stamp, paint and glue our way into art! Campers painting, sculpture, watercolor, pastels, printmaking
will learn different printmaking and collage techniques and mixed media with projects that pack a lot of WOW!
to create landscapes, cityscapes, portraits and more TeenzArtists will be encouraged to work together to
Big Brook Pk Elsas Lodge learn, design, think and create in a fun and relaxed
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . Z1333A atmosphere.
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 1:00-4:00 AM . . . . . . . . . . Z1433A Henry Hudson Trail Act Ctr
Secret Agent Camp Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . Z2033A
(entering grades 1-5) Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . Z2133A
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
train as a secret agent with your friends. Please report Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . Z2233A
to KidzArt for this thrilling spy camp, filled with fun Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . Z2333A
creative projects, drawings, painting, and puzzles to
solve. No prior experience necessary! This document
will self-destruct in 30 seconds.
Henry Hudson Trail Act Ctr
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . Z1733A
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6 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312
ARTS & CRAFTS
Painting Intensive Camp
(entering grades 6-10)
This Advanced exploration painting camp is for
Children that Love to PAINT. Working like real artists
using standing easels being instructed on how to begin
a painting and finish it step by step. Your child will paint
from life in classroom using still lives and outdoors in
the fresh air under the trees making a plein air painting
on our beautiful grounds at Thompson Park. Campers
will learn how to use acrylics, watercolor, tempera and
mixed media painting. They will understand and create
art in the following techniques: Realism, Impressionism,
Expressionism, Fauvism and Abstraction all while
exploring their individual creative style.
Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist,
Mixed Media Art Intensive Camp LightScapes Studios LLC
(entering grades 6-10) Five Sessions $290.00 Per Child
This exciting art camp is designed to allow exploration Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center
in many diverse media to help develop design skills Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 10:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . Z2733A
and color theory. Young artist will discover painting, Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 10:00 AM-4:00 PM . . Z2833A
drawing, fabric art, 3D assemblage, and much more.
Projects are planned specifically to develop skills,
talents, and to nurture creativity and self-expression
while always boosting self-esteem. Each student moves
Calling all Teachers,
forward at their own pace. College Students, and High School
Instructor: Gina Torello, MFA Professional Artist,
LightScapes Studios LLC
Juniors and Seniors!
Five Sessions $290.00 Per Child We are looking for responsible, enthusiastic,
Thompson Pk Creative Arts Center passionate, confident, creative people to join
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 10:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . Z2633A our summer Camp Counselor and Inclusion
Coach staff this summer.
Why should you be a Camp Counselor or
Inclusion Coach this summer?
Instructor was super knowledgeable, • A unique opportunity to make a positive
calm, friendly and interested in my kids. impact in the lives of others
I am so appreciative for having a great • Develop leadership skills
instructor. • Develop problem solving skills
• Build teamwork skills
• Develop time management skills
• Develop a strong work ethic
• Become a role model
• Develop long-lasting friendships
• Peer networking
• Boost your resume
• Work in the outdoors
For more information or an application, visit
the “Jobs in the Parks” page under “About Us”
on our website.
www.MonmouthCountyParks.com
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 7
DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS
DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS Camp Seven Presidents
(entering grades 3-6)
Start and end your summer with a bang! Surfing,
Avengers® Assemble! swimming, nature exploration, and games are just part
(entering grades K-4)
of our fun week at the shore. Campers will also learn
You will need all your powers as you play superhero
about the history and ecosystem of Seven Presidents
themed games: create your own shield like Captain
Oceanfront Park. We will leave room for sports
America, assemble your own mask like Iron Man, web
including volleyball, ultimate Frisbee and beach soccer.
crawl through Spiderman’s obstacle course, and use
Participants must be able to pass a swim test. Test
Batman’s detective skills on our superhero scavenger
will be held at the Dorbrook Recreation Area T-Pool.
hunt. Campers will participate in numerous superhero
Participants will be notified of test date(s) and time(s)
themed games/activities all week long along with a
prior to the start of camp. Check our new dates as we
chance to show off any superhero costumes they may
now offer options to start and finish your summer!
have. Supervised swim sessions will be included. This
Program will be cancelled due to inclement weather.
camp is held outdoors and may be cancelled due to
Five Sessions $240.00 Per Person
inclement weather.
Seven Presidents Pk
Five Sessions $135.00 Per Child
(entering grades 3-4)
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1 Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . X4233X
(entering grade K) Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . X3933X
Mon-Fri, Jun 19-23 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . X4333X (entering grades 5-6)
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . X6633X Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . X4133X
(entering grades 1-2) Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . X4033X
Mon-Fri, Jun 19-23 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . X4433X
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . X6433X
Comic Book Camp
(entering grades 4-8)
Big Brook Adventurers Don’t just read comic books - make your own!
(entering grades 6-8)
We’ll mix traditional summer camp fun including
Take it to the next level on this adventurous camp.
superhero themed games and a daily swim session
Enjoy all the fun activities that Big Brook Park has to
with opportunities to work on your own graphic novel.
offer including swimming, fossiling, archery, fishing
Campers will create their own characters and stories as
and games. This camp will take place outdoors and will
we include activities to help young artists of all levels
be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. Please
with the opportunity to work on a solo or small group
bring snack, lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit
project. We’ll be sure to leave some time for some
and towel every day.
storytelling, drawing, and even cosplay techniques
Four Sessions $225.00 Per Person
and tips as camp rotates between indoor and outdoor
Big Brook Pk Lower Pond Lot activities.
Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . U0433X
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Person
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A
Big Brook Explorers Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . M1433X
(entering grades 4-5)
Explore Big Brook Park’s hidden treasures! High on
the hill, campers will experience all the fun activities
Big Brook has to offer. Enjoy a week of swimming,
fossiling, archery, fishing and more! Camp will take
place outdoors and will be cancelled in the event of
inclement weather. Please bring snack, lunch, water
bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit and towel every day.
Five Sessions $375.00 Per Person
Big Brook Pk Lower Pond Lot
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . U0133X
8 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS
Create Like Kids’ Baking Championship Princess Party Camp
(entering grades 5-7) (entering grades K-2)
Whether you’re a fan of the show or just love to bake, Calling all princesses! We’re rolling out the red carpet
throw on your apron and get ready for some hands-on for a royally fun time! Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty,
baking! Each day we’ll focus on different kinds of treats, Ariel and more! These storybook heroines will come
as we perfect our skills by creating yummy desserts to life as we celebrate a different princess every day.
to taste and take home. You’ll learn and practice The fun and games never end as your child will create
techniques for proper measuring, mixing and following their own crown and magical accessories, embark on a
a recipe, as well as some of the science behind it. We’ll royal treasure hunt, and partake in a majestic tea party.
also practice kitchen sanitary principles, from set-up All princesses will have the opportunity to shine as
to clean up. Students must wear closed-toe shoes and their favorite character. Supervised swim sessions are
tie back long hair. Please notify us during registration if included.
you have any food allergies. Please Note: This is a sports and fitness based camp
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Kitchen that is held outdoors. Sneakers are required to
Five Sessions $350.00 Per Child participate.
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . M1733X (entering grade K)
Four Sessions $280.00 Per Child Three Sessions $81.00 Per Person
M,W,Th,F, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . . M1833X Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1
No camp 7/4 Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . . . . X5633X
Five Sessions $350.00 Per Child (entering grades 1-2)
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . M1933X Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . M2033X Three Sessions $81.00 Per Person
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . M2133X Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . . . . X5733X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . M2233X Five Sessions $135.00 Per Person
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . X6333X
Hunger Games® Camp (entering grade K)
(entering grades 5-7) Five Sessions $135.00 Per Person
Welcome Tributes! We have a big, big week planned. Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 2
Prepare for the arena in our outdoor Training Center Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . X7333X
learning tracking skills, camouflage, identifying edible
plants, finding water, building shelters, cooking and
other survival skills. In addition, your Capitol chaperone
will instruct you in basic etiquette, and you’ll have time
to create your personal token to bring into the arena. My daughter loved going to camp. It
Each day you’ll also have time to hone your swimming was engaging, and the counselors were
skills in our pool. Let the Hunger Games® begin! very kind and welcoming. She didn’t
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Child want to leave every day and couldn’t
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A wait to go back.
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . M1633X
Hunger Games®: Resistance
(entering grades 6-8)
Unrest is building in the districts; soon there will be an
outright rebellion: are you prepared? District 13’s basic
training is not for the weak. Soldiers may have survived
the arena but can you complete this course? It’s time
to double down and hone your survival skills through
archery, climbing wall challenge, warrior’s obstacle
course, building electronics, swimming and more. The
final test will be a mock battle for control of the Capitol.
The Mockingjay is counting on you!
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Child
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . M5033X
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 9DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS
Shark Tank Camp Style Me Fabulous
(entering grades 3-8) (entering grades 6-8)
Help Wanted! A start-up summer camp is looking for Gain confidence and take pride in your appearance!
young entrepreneurs to join our team. Candidates We will teach you basic care for healthy skin and hair
should be proficient in having summer fun including so you can begin to develop your own personal daily
swimming and games each day while using skills self-care routine. You’ll learn to apply your makeup and
including brainstorming, team-building, creating style your hair along with the latest in fashion trends.
new games and product ideas, presenting to a group, Some projects for the week will include makeovers for
business concepts, logistics, and selling (with our Camp different decades, runway outfits, DIY face masks, hair
Bucks). Every camper will have time each day to work accessories and a Red-Carpet Makeup Challenge. This
on their own idea for a business or product to present is a hands-on camp, so you’ll get to practice what you
to our encouraging “Sharks” at the end of the week of learn to look fabulous all the time.
camp. Five Sessions $290.00 Per Child
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Person Thompson Pk Vis Ctr Oak Room
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . A2833X
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . M1533X Thompson Pk Vis Ctr Tulip Room
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . A2933X
Star Wars® Camp
(entering grades 3-7) Summer Chefs
Help find Baby Yoda! Don’t miss Star Wars® themed (entering grades 8-10)
games and activities including Jediball, Pod Races, In this hands-on course, aspiring chefs will learn valuable
trivia, Rey’s Scavenger Mission, and a chance to show skills and recipes. Students will prepare lunch daily. The
off any Star Wars® costumes you may have. We will end menu will include Asian, Mexican, Italian and American
the week following the clues throughout the Rec Center cuisine and daily desserts! Basic cooking skills, knife
in our Baby Yoda Search. Prepare to make your own safety skills, sanitation and nutrition will be discussed
light saber as we bring fun from a galaxy far, far away and presented. Students must wear closed-toe shoes
to Fort Monmouth. A daily supervised swim session is and bring a basic chef’s knife each day. Please notify us
included. during registration if you have any food allergies.
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Person Five Sessions $350.00 Per Child
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A Dorbrook Rec Area Vis Ctr
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . M1133X Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . . . . A3133X
Stop Motion Animation Camp
(entering grades 5-9)
Stop motion animation has been around for 100 years.
It was the technique used to make the original “silent”
movies. Although it dates back to the early 1900s,
modern technology has created apps which allows us
to make stop motion videos right on our phones. In
this camp we will go over the step by step process to
create your own stop motion video, from creation of
storyboard to the viewing of your final video. This is an
indoor camp. Please pack snacks and water bottle.
Four Sessions $150.00 Per Person
Tatum Pk Red Hill Act Ctr
M,W,Th,F, Jul 3-7 1:30-4:30 PM . . . . . . . . . . . . Q0733X
No camp 7/4
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Video Game Camp Wizarding Games
(entering grades 3-6) (entering grades 3-5)
Explore the virtual world of some of your favorite video Ready to play Quiddich? Campers will be sorted into
games as they come to life. Enjoy the outdoors and play house teams for a week of wizard-themed games and
real-life versions of popular video games with elements activities including a Marauder’s Map scavenger hunt,
of Fortnite®, Minecraft®, Mario Games, Among Us®, creating some Fantastic Beasts, and trivia contests. A
and more. This camp also features a mid-week laser supervised swim session is included. A magical camp
tag session. We will end the week with a few hours in a for imaginative kids!
video game trailer. A daily supervised free swim period Four Sessions $236.00 Per Person
is included. Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A
Five Sessions $325.00 Per Child M,W,Th,F, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . M1233X
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A No camp 7/4
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . M5233X
Mon-Fri, Aug 28-Sep 1 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . M5333X
Wizarding Games: Resistance
(entering grades 6-8)
Whodunit: Fort Monmouth Hard-core fans will enjoy our more in depth look at
(entering grades 4-8) the Wizarding World. Our week of Hogwarts House
Law and order comes to Fort Monmouth. Crime solving Challenges will include activities including Potions
meets summer camp as we investigate the crime scene class, Quidditch skills, trivia and Harry Potter related
looking for clues in between games and a daily swim puzzles. A supervised swim session is included each
session. After we decipher our Fort Monmouth Escape day. Don’t miss being sorted into one of our four houses
Room, campers will be split into groups to create their and exploring the world of Harry Potter from entrance
own room to challenge their counselors and other to Hogwarts to its Fantastic Beasts.
campers. Junior sleuths will develop their deduction, Five Sessions $295.00 Per Person
puzzle solving, and debate skills as we move from Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A
investigation to our own mock trial. Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . M1333X
Five Sessions $295.00 Per Child
Fort Monmouth Rec Ctr Program Room A
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . M5133X
Counselors in Training (C.I.T.)
at Fort Monmouth
Learn the basics of camp counseling while having
Inclusion Services & Support fun. Get a head start on developing important job
It is the philosophy of the Monmouth County Park skills during an active week of learning, games and
System to provide modifications for individuals leadership skills.
with disabilities (who meet essential eligibility For one week, C.I.T.s will assist counselors with
requirements - with or without a modification younger children during camp. Camps include
- documented for the specific program) to Summertime Fun as well as theme camps (ex.
participate in general Park System programs. Hunger Games and Wizarding Games camps) at
It is our intent to provide a safe, successful and Fort Monmouth. Applicants must complete an
enjoyable experience for all. interview before being considered for the program.
For more information, call 732-460-1167, ext. 22. Program runs weekly Monday-Friday,
June 26-August 25, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Cost: $95.00 Per One-Week Session
C.I.T. applicants can register for interviews at
www.MonmouthCountyParks.com. Interviews will
take place this spring and will be available through
May 5. No registration costs will be charged unless
an applicant is chosen for a C.I.T. position.
For more information, please contact Jim Butler at
jbutler@monmouthcountyparks.com.
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 11DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS
Day Camps at Dorbrook Recreation Area
On My Own Triple Treasures
(entering grade Pre-K) (entering grades 1-2)
Your first-time camper will gain independence, This ideal summer camp offers new games for your
make new friends and have fun during their camp children to play in. Supervised swim sessions are
experience at Dorbrook! Daily activities include included. A great counselor-camper ratio in each
outdoor and indoor play time, arts and crafts, a camp allows for individualized attention and a fun-
cooking project in our kitchen, scavenger hunts and filled friendly experience. This camp is held outdoors
more! Bring a snack, water bottle and sunscreen and may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
every day. Children must be potty trained. Camp will Five Sessions $135.00 Per Person
be cancelled due to inclement weather. Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1
Five Sessions $170.00 Per Child Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . X5033X
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 3 Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . X7633X
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . A1133X
No cooking project will occur this week.
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 4 Pine Seedlings
Mon-Fri, Jun 12-16 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . A0933X (entering grades 1-2)
Mon-Fri, Jun 19-23 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . A1033X Get ready for an exciting camp week filled with
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . A1233X exploration through arts and crafts, outdoor and
indoor games, daily swim time, a cooking project
in our kitchen, scavenger hunts and more! Bring
Kindercraze a snack, lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit
(entering grade K) and towel everyday. Camp will be cancelled due to
This ideal summer camp offers a fun-filled friendly inclement weather.
experience for your child. Kindercraze creates a non- Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 4
competitive environment where campers learn new Four Sessions $224.00 Per Child
games. Supervised swim sessions will be included. Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . A1733X
This camp is held outdoors and may be cancelled due No camp 7/4
to inclement weather. Five Sessions $280.00 Per Child
Five Sessions $135.00 Per Person Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . A1633X
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1 Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . A1833X
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . X4733X Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . A1933X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . X7433X
Acorns
(entering grade K)
Your soon to be Kindergartner will explore new
adventures and make new friends at Dorbrook
Recreation Area! Daily activities include outdoor
and indoor play, arts and crafts, a cooking project in
our kitchen, daily swim time and more! Please bring
a snack, lunch, water bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit
and towel every day. Camp will be cancelled due to
inclement weather.
Five Sessions $220.00 Per Child
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 3
Mon-Fri, Jun 12-16 9:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . A0533X
Mon-Fri, Jun 19-23 9:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . A0633X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . . A0833X
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 4
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-1:00 PM . . . . . A0733X
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Day Camps at Dorbrook Recreation Area
Maple Saplings
(entering grades 3-4)
This experienced camper will complete daily arts and
crafts, outdoor and indoor games, a cooking project What I liked best were the counselors.
in our kitchen, have daily swim time and more! One They were wonderful to my son. They
day during the camp week, we will travel together on were warm and receptive and very
a field trip. Bring snack, lunch, water bottle, sunscreen,
engaging.
swimsuit and towel every day. Camp will be cancelled
due to inclement weather.
Five Sessions $280.00 Per Child
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 3
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . A1333X
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . A1433X
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . A1533X Buccaneers
(entering grades 5-8)
Everything a kid could want in one camp. Our
Pioneers counselors love camp and the campers will too!
(entering grades 3-4) Activities will include cooperative games, sports, crafts
A great opportunity for your child to enjoy all the and park exploration. Also supervised swim sessions
fun and friendship of a good, old-fashioned summer are included. In addition to our fun daily activities,
camp. In a supportive, safe, and noncompetitive campers will compete in COLOR WAR, an exciting test
environment your child will benefit from a variety of of teamwork skill! This camp is held outdoors and may
games and activities! Supervised swim sessions will be cancelled due to inclement weather.
be included. This camp is held outdoors and may be Five Sessions $240.00 Per Person
cancelled due to inclement weather. Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 1
Five Sessions $240.00 Per Person Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . X5933X
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 2 Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . X6833X
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . X4533X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . X7533X
Dorbrook Summer Camp Flex-Care
(entering grades K-8)
Oak Trees Let us help you balance your busy schedule with our
(entering grades 5-6) summer camps. This program is for camps that are
Your child will be challenged through more advanced held at Dorbrook Recreation Area only. Space is very
crafts, energetic games, indoor and outdoor activities, limited.
a cooking project in our kitchen, daily pool time and Dorbrook Rec Area Vis Ctr
more! One day during the camp week, we will travel Three Sessions $42.00 Per Child
together on a field trip. Bring snack, lunch, drink, Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . X8833A
sunscreen, swimsuit and towel every day. Camp will Five Sessions $70.00 Per Child
be cancelled due to inclement weather. Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . . . X8733A
Dorbrook Rec Area Summer Camp Tent 3 Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . . . . X8933A
Four Sessions $224.00 Per Child Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . . . . X9033A
Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . A2033X Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . X9133A
No camp 7/4 Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 12:00-1:00 PM . . . . . . . X9233A
Five Sessions $280.00 Per Child
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . A2133X
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 13DAY CAMPS & THEME CAMPS
Summertime Fun at the Fort
Fort Monmouth Recreation Center, Tinton Falls
The camp kids keep asking to come back to! Caring and dedicated counselors lead children through fun-filled
summer days of activity and exploration, with indoor and outdoor activities. Over each week campers will have
the chance to be part games/sports players, part artists, part creators, and part swimmers. Weekly themes and
coordinated activities keep things interesting for returning campers. Of course, we’ll also have a daily dip in our
swimming pool! Children are grouped by grade and we promote a social, cellphone-free week of summer fun.
Please Note: Participants must be able to attend to their own hygiene needs independently, including
toileting, and able to stay with their assigned camp grade group during all camp activities.
My First Summertime Fun Even More Summertime Fun!
(entering grade K) Discounted Multi-Week Camp
Designed specifically for our youngest campers, this (entering grades 1-8)
introduction to Summertime Fun at the Fort camp is Looking to register for a full nine weeks of camp at one
an excellent transition for kids just entering school. time? We’ve lowered the price for parents wanting to
Designed to be a self-contained camp group, the week sign their kids up for a full summer of fun!
includes daily craft time, games, and free play to build Please Note: Registration is for the weeks listed
on socialization skills, all under the watchful eyes of below and cannot be switched to other weeks or
our experienced instructors. Campers rotate between refunded for days or weeks missed.
indoor and outdoor activities with a daily swim time in Forty-Four Sessions $2,200.00 Per Child, $1,980.00
our pool adding to their first camp experience. Additional Sibling
Four Sessions $220.00 Per Child, $192.00 Additional Mon-Fri, Jun 26-Aug 25 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . M0233X
Sibling No camp 7/4
Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . . . M2433X
No camp 7/4 Summertime Fun at the Fort - Flex Care
Five Sessions $275.00 Per Child, $240.00 Additional (entering grades K-8)
Sibling Need help balancing your busy summer schedule?
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . M2333X We offer two options for parents needing extended
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . M2533X camp times. This program is for camps held at Fort
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . M2633X Monmouth Recreation Center only. Space is limited.
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . M2733X AM Flex Care
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . M2833X Four Sessions $56.00 Per Child
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . M2933X Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . . . . . M3333X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . M3033X No session 7/4
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . M3133X Five Sessions $70.00 Per Child
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . M3233X
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . . M3433X
Summertime Fun at the Fort Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . . M3533X
(entering grades 1-8) Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . . M3633X
Four Sessions $220.00 Per Child, $192.00 Additional Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . M3733X
Sibling Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . . M3833X
Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . . . M0333X Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . M3933X
No camp 7/4 Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 8:00-9:00 AM . . . . . . . M4033X
Five Sessions $275.00 Per Child, $240.00 Additional PM Flex Care
Sibling Four Sessions $56.00 Per Child
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . M0133X Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . . M4233X
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . M0433X No session 7/4
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . M0533X Five Sessions $70.00 Per Child
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . M0633X Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . M4133X
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . M0733X Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . M4333X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . . . M0833X Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . M4433X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . M0933X Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . M4533X
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-4:00 PM . . . M1033X Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . M4633X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . . M4733X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . M4833X
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 4:00-5:00 PM . . . . . . . M4933X
14 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312E Q U E S T R I A N • FA R M L I F E & L I V I N G H I S T O R Y
Youth Horseback Riding Camp
(entering grades 1-5)
Aspiring equestrians are introduced to the world of
horseback riding at Sunnyside Equestrian Center.
Riders learn the fundamentals of English riding
with an emphasis on safety. Camp lessons include
daily beginner riding lessons and development of
horsemanship skills, horse care and general stable
chores. Repeat enrollment is allowed but each session’s
format and activities will remain the same.
All campers are required to wear a helmet while riding.
Questions? Call Sunnyside Equestrian Center at 732-
224-1367, ext. 4#.
Five Sessions $450.00 Per Person
Sunnyside Rec Area EC Program Room 1
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . V0133X
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . V0233X
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . V0333X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . V0433X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . V0533X
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . V0633X
FARM LIFE & LIVING HISTORY Down on the Farm
(entering grades 5-7)
Domestic Traditions A great way to spend your week on a 1890s farm.
(entering grades 5-6) Campers will work in the garden, prepare treats in the
Rural life in the 1890s involved more than farming. This summer kitchen, and learn trade skills in the blacksmith
camp will focus on the social etiquette and the domestic and carpentry shops. Games, a wagon ride and hand
skills children were taught at home. Our campers will cranked ice cream will complete their week.
learn the basics of needle work, cooking and baking in Longstreet Farm
the summer kitchen, and enjoy a traditional tea party. Four Sessions $175.00 Per Person
Campers will be provided with a historical outfit on Mon-Fri, Jul 3-7 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . . . . . . . F0833X
Monday which is their outfit for the week. A $50.00 No camp 7/4
deposit (cash or check only) is due the first day of camp Five Sessions $215.00 Per Person
and will be refunded when clothing is returned in good Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . . . . . F0933X
condition on the last day of camp. Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . . . . . F1033X
Four Sessions $175.00 Per Person Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . F1133X
Longstreet Farm Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . . . . . F1233X
Mon-Thu, Aug 7-10 12:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . F1433X
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 15FA R M L I F E & L I V I N G H I S T O R Y
Life on the Farm Turn of the Century Cooking
(entering grades 7-8) (entering grades 7-9)
Enjoy this four-day camp immersed in farm life including Boys and girls will enjoy cooking in our summer kitchen
caring for livestock, cultivating and harvesting produce, with fresh vegetables, milk and eggs collected from the
and working in our blacksmith shop. Thursday features farm. Campers will learn to follow a Victorian recipe,
a wagon ride, afternoon farm chores and helping prepare their food on a wood cookstove, and then
prepare dinner along with other fun activities. enjoy what they have prepared.
Please Note: On Thursday camp will dismiss at 8:00 PM. Four Sessions $200.00 Per Person
Four Sessions $260.00 Per Person Longstreet Farm
Longstreet Farm Mon-Thu, Jul 10-13 12:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . F1333X
Mon-Thu, Aug 14-17 9:30 AM-2:30 PM . . . . F1533X
Youngsters Hayseed Adventures
Pulleys, Pumps and Hand Power (entering grades 1-4)
(entering grades 6-8) Spend a week in the life of a youngster growing up on
Before farms had modern utilities, how did farmers the farm and learn about rural life in the 1890s. Campers
put loose hay up into the barn, or get water for their will milk a cow, feed the livestock, go fishing, and play
livestock and the house? Spend a week investigating children’s games. Farm related crafts, ice cream and a
how the machinery and devices on the farm work. wagon ride will complete their week.
This hands-on camp will delight the curious mind as Longstreet Farm
we explore the many ways folks were able to complete Four Sessions $140.00 Per Person
their chores using their minds, their muscles and a little M,W,Th,F, Jul 3-7 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . . . F0233X
ingenuity. No camp 7/4
Four Sessions $175.00 Per Person Five Sessions $175.00 Per Person
Longstreet Farm Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . F0133X
Mon-Thu, Jul 17-20 12:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . F1633X Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . . F0333X
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . . F0433X
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . F0533X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . . . F0633X
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-2:00 PM . . . . . F0733X
16 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312N AT U R E & S C I E N C E
NATURE & SCIENCE
Joe is a wonderful counselor,
kind and gives parents plenty
Adventure Around the World
(entering grades 1-2) of “heads up”. The different
Join us for a fun-filled week of exploration as we activities, such as stand up
discover different animals and habitats from around paddleboarding, kayaking and
the world! We’ll grab our binoculars and embark on the evening experience were
a quest through the winding forest, cool down with especially fun.
water games as we learn about the arctic, and don
our safari hats as we head into the meadows of Huber
Woods. Campers will experience the natural world
through age appropriate and hands-on investigation,
games and crafts.
Coastal Adventures for Girls
Five Sessions $265.00 Per Child
(entering grades 6-12)
Huber Wds Pk Env Ctr Coastal Adventures for Girls prides itself on offering
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IKD33X
a fun and unique coastal experience each summer to
young women. We have so many things to offer from
Be an Explorer coastal arts and crafts to swimming and kayaking to a
(entering grade K) nighttime campfire on the beach to visiting the world
Grab your backpack complete with explorer gear for a famous Asbury Park boardwalk and more! This will be
fun day of discovery. We will use our map to get around, a fun opportunity for girls to make new friends and
magnifying glass to get close, and bug nets to collect. create several cool coastal crafts to show off to friends
Each day we will meet a live animal and discover all and family. On Thursday, camp will be from 4:00-9:00
there is to know about it. Then we will venture out into PM as campers will have evening activities at the Seven
that animal’s habitat for exploration fun, games and Presidents beach that will conclude with a campfire.
crafts. The camp will run outdoors every day. Inclement
Five Sessions $145.00 Per Child weather will cancel the camp for a particular stormy
Huber Wds Pk Env Ctr day. Additional fee for stand-up paddleboarding. Join
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . IK533X us to discover what coastal New Jersey has to offer this
Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . IK633X summer. Trip transportation via Park System minibus.
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . IKC33X Seven Presidents Pk Act Ctr
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . IKM33X Three Sessions $186.00 Per Person
Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . . . IK233X
Five Sessions $310.00 Per Person
Call of the Wild Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . IK133X
(entering grades 3-5) Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IK333X
Calling all junior naturalists! Answer the call of the
wild with this week-long adventure, immersed in
our wonderful world of nature. This camp will be jam Dino Days
packed with hikes, birdwatching, pollinator gardens, (entering grade 1)
live animal shows and more. Learn about what makes Every day is Dino Day during this exciting camp full of
our native wildlife special. prehistoric adventures. Your little paleontologist will
Five Sessions $265.00 Per Child get to play dinosaur themed games and “dig for fossils.”
Huber Wds Pk Env Ctr We’ll even explore the great outdoors and imagine
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IK733X what animals were roaming here during the days of the
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . IK833X T-Rex and Stegosaurus. Camp will be a combination of
indoor and outdoor activities.
Five Sessions $160.00 Per Child
Manasquan Res Env Ctr
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . I0333X
Mon-Fri, Jul 10-14 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . I0433X
Registration begins at 12:00 PM on Sunday, March 5. See page 48 for full details. 17N AT U R E & S C I E N C E
Grown In Monmouth Camp
(entering grades 4-6)
Our little Garden State has always been ingrained
in agriculture. Through partnering with Grown In
Monmouth, we’ll tour the county and learn hands-on
what it takes to grow fruits, vegetables, hydroponics,
animals and more! Just a sliver of our activities include
fruit picking, petting zoo, and making our own ice
cream! Camp includes afternoon swim time each day.
Transportation via Park System minibus.
Five Sessions $325.00 Per Child
Big Brook Pk Lower Pond Lot
Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IKE33X
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IKF33X
I Want To Be A Marine Biologist Camp
(entering grades 8-12, age 17 and under)
Explore the underwater world this summer! Our
mission is simple – to cultivate a love and respect for
the ocean, while inspiring coastal conservation through
safety, fun, and discovery. The Jersey Shore offers a
Fish On unique setting for hands-on, marine adventure. You
(entering grades 7-9) will explore the local beaches and marshes by foot and
Every camper will be shouting this phrase before the kayak. Activities include seining, swimming, crabbing,
week is out! We will fish from a private charter boat, species identification, fish surveys, plankton sampling,
from kayaks, and from the shore during five fun-filled morning beach walks and more. You will discover the
days of fishing. Every camper is guaranteed to catch fish inter-connectedness of the ocean, the sounds and salt
or come away with the tale of the “one that got away.” marshes, and the rivers and watersheds. This camp
Fishing equipment, bait and tackle will be provided, or is designed for people who are passionate about the
bring your own. Campers transported by Park System marine environment. This camp will run outdoors
minibus. every day. Inclement weather will cancel the camp for a
Five Sessions $595.00 Per Person particular stormy day.
Manasquan Res Env Ctr Outdoor Area Four Sessions $250.00 Per Person
Mon-Fri, Jul 24-28 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . I1133X Bayshore Waterfront Pk Act Ctr
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . I1233X Tue-Fri, Aug 1-4 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . . . IK433X
Forest Fairies Jr Naturalist Mini Camp
(entering grades 1-2) (entering grades 5-6)
Explore our enchanted forest full of wonder and Do you have what it takes to be a naturalist? We will test
imagination. This camp will be filled with fairy-fueled your knowledge and expand your naturalist skills as we
fun but also instill an appreciation for nature and build explore the wildlife and flora of western Monmouth
magical friendships. Fairies will create and build their County. We will look at animal tracks and make our own
own wand and fairy house, go on hikes to explore casts, observe life in a native plant garden, discover
nature, and have fun playing games while also learning what aquatic life can be found in our local pond, and
about local plants and animals. have an up-close and personal encounter with some
Five Sessions $265.00 Per Child live reptiles and amphibians. Come see what all the
Freneau Wds Pk Vis Ctr Program Room 2 buzz is about.
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IK933X Four Sessions $190.00 Per Person
Clayton Pk Act Ctr Classroom 1
Mon-Thu, Jul 10-13 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . I1333X
18 Questions? To Register: 732-842-4000, ext. 1 • General Park Information: 732-842-4000, ext. 4312N AT U R E & S C I E N C E
Kayaking Eco-Camp Nocturnal Nature
(entering grades 7-9) (entering grades 7-9)
One of the most exciting camps of the season is back! Search Experience the forest with nocturnal eyes. Hike, fish,
for wildlife with a Park System Naturalist as we explore kayak, shoot archery, and explore the mysteries of the
local waterways in sit-on-top kayaks. Maneuver through night. Grab your flashlight for our nightly games. Join us
the creeks, sloughs and backwaters of our estuaries and Thursday night for an overnight adventure at Nomoco
discover what lives in these unique ecosystems. Beginner group campground where we will have a campfire and
and experienced kayakers alike will enjoy five days of maybe even catch a few moths after dark. You won’t
sun and fun. All equipment and instruction is provided. want to miss these nightfall evening adventures! Camp
Transportation via Park System minibus. is held outdoors and may be cancelled due to inclement
Five Sessions $375.00 Per Child weather. Parents may send their own ingredients for
Huber Wds Pk Env Ctr Courtyard s’mores on Thursday.
Mon-Fri, Jul 31-Aug 4 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . IKG33X Please Note: Camp will have an overnight camping
Mon-Fri, Aug 21-25 9:00 AM-3:30 PM . . . . . IKH33X session Thursday, August 24. Drop-off will be at 6:00 PM
on Thursday with pickup the following morning Friday,
Mythical Creature Explorers August 25, at 9:00 AM.
(entering grades 1-2) Four Sessions $170.00 Per Person
Join us for a magical three days as we explore the Turkey Swamp Pk Shelter Bldg
enchanted forest and search for mermaids, unicorns and Mon-Thu, Aug 21-24 6:00-9:00 PM . . . . . . . . . I1033X
fairies. Each day campers will learn about a new creature,
go on hike, and engage in fun activities and games like a
Scutes, Scales, & Tails, Oh My!
mermaid pond exploration, fairy house building, and go
(entering grades 2-3)
on a unicorn scavenger hunt. Activities will be held mostly
Have you ever wondered why animals have scales or
outdoors with some components taking place indoors.
why some are nocturnal? Join us for a week of camp
Three Sessions $165.00 Per Child
where you will learn all about our local animal friends.
Freneau Wds Pk Vis Ctr Program Room 2 Each day campers will get up close with animals, learn
Wed-Fri, Jul 5-7 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . . . IKB33X
about their adaptations, and go on hikes to build animal
identification skills.
Nature Kids Five Sessions $265.00 Per Child
(entering grade 1) Huber Wds Pk Env Ctr
Calling all little nature lovers! This week is full of outdoor Mon-Fri, Jun 26-30 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . IKA33X
fun. We explore our natural world through discovery
hikes, cooperative games, kid-friendly nature crafts
and best of all meeting live animals. Camp will be a Shore Explorers
combination of indoor and outdoor activities. (entering grades 4-6)
Five Sessions $160.00 Per Child Have a blast exploring the Jersey shore at Seven
Manasquan Res Env Ctr Presidents Oceanfront Park in Long Branch! Swim, make
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 9:00 AM-12:00 PM . . . . . I0633X crafts, and play lots of games as you learn about ocean
Mon-Fri, Aug 7-11 1:00-4:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . I0733X life. Thursday we will travel by Park System minibus
to Bayshore Waterfront Park in Port Monmouth to go
Nightfall Nature seining and beach combing. Activities will be held
(entering grades 4-6) mostly outdoors with some components taking place
Experience summer camp in a new light! Discover indoors.
what goes on in the woods as the sun goes down and Five Sessions $265.00 Per Person
night falls. Hike, fish, kayak, play games and explore the Seven Presidents Pk Act Ctr
mysteries of the night. Friday night we’ll finish the week Mon-Fri, Jul 17-21 9:00 AM-3:00 PM . . . . . . . . I0833X
around the campfire while enjoying stories and more.
Grab your flashlight; you won’t want to miss these
evening adventures! Camp is held outdoors and may
be cancelled due to inclement weather. Parents may
send their own ingredients for s’mores on Friday.
Five Sessions $145.00 Per Person
Turkey Swamp Pk Shelter Bldg
Mon-Fri, Aug 14-18 6:00-9:00 PM . . . . . . . . . . I0933X
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