Every week during the summer, we’re overwhelmed by a beautiful noise – the sound of hundreds of girls laughing and celebrating in the way that’s only possible when you’re having the time of your life. That laughter means our campers are having fun, but it means more than that. It means they embrace and enjoy the opportunities we provide. Swimming, zip line, horseback riding, climbing wall, sleepovers, archery and the rest of what camp provides are more than just activities. There are opportunities that show every camper that success is always possible. It’s not a lesson we teach, it’s an example they live.
Amity Acres Day Camp serves girls ages 3-15 and boys, ages 3-11. Every group features a fun, safe, age-appropriate opportunities overseen by a dedicated, trained team of caring counselors. Camp is priced affordably to meet the needs of every camper. Our campers discover the courage they have inside. It doesn’t take much. We provide the summer camp of their dreams. They just have to be themselves. Doesn’t that sound like a perfect summer?
Amity Acres Day Camp opens for summer on Monday, June 18, 2018, and runs for nine weeks through Friday, August 17, 2018. The camp day is 9:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. Before and After Care and Busing are available. There is no camp on Wednesday, July 4, 2018. Campers should pack a lunch, snack and water bottle every day.
Basic Camp: It’s not basic; it’s extraordinary. Our traditional camp experience, features everything you would expect, including a wide variety of age appropriate fun and exciting activities, including arts and crafts, archery, boating,a teamwork/challenge course, zip line, climbing wall, nature hikes, swimming and more. Campers are empowered every day, giving them the chance to choose the activities they love the most.
Firefly Unit: Our youngest campers, ages 3 and 4, light up camp with their excitement and imagination. These young girls and boys spend time together enjoying age-appropriate activities, including swimming, every day!
Boys Unit: Boys at Amity Acres have their own unit that they named themselves – Shark Bait. Built for siblings, boys participate in the same activities as girls in basic camp, but they do it as part of their own unit.
Overnight with After Camp Adventure - Weeks Two – Eight, Grade 4+; Girls can extend their After Camp Adventure to include an overnight with a campfire, including breakfast and lunch the following day.
Boys Overnight with After Camp Adventure - Weeks Two, Five and Eight, Grade 4+; Boys can extend their After Camp Adventure to include an overnight with a campfire, including breakfast and lunch the following day. Boys camp in their own separate unit.
Technology Camp - Multiple Weeks - Campers spend a half day participating in traditional camp activities and a half day exploring their technological creativity.
Equestrian Programs - Multiple Weeks - Campers spend part of the day at off-site stables, minutes from camp, and the remainder of the day participating in traditional camp activities.
Camp Program Aide and Specialization - Multiple Weeks: During a two-week program, girls develop leadership abilities, focus on outdoor skills and learn how to mentor younger campers. During the one-week specialization program, girls choose one area of camp to focus their interest.
If you're looking for a bit of adventure during your summer, Amity Acres Day Camp has some great "extreme" activities that campers love. Campers of all ages have the opportunity to participate in all of these activities:
Zip line: You haven't seen a look of pure joy until you've seen a young camper launch themselves off our zip line platform. Safely harnessed in, they fly through the woods feeling the wind as they watch the trees go by. Adventurous campers even have the option to zip blindfolded. Regardless of age, a trained counselor is stationed at both the launching and landing platforms.
Climbing Wall: Our outdoor climbing wall offers a true climbing experience in a safe environment. All climbers are fully harnessed and two counselors ensure their safety as they climb. This activity is for all ages and all levels of ability.
Archery: All campers have the opportunity to try their hand at using a bow and arrow. They learn tips about shooting style and form, and work to improve their aim. In addition to learning basic archery, safety rules and range etiquette, they also have the opportunity to participate in special tournaments. These could include aiming at balloons or archery tic-tac-toe.
Challenge Course: Through our challenge course, campers develop, enhance, and promote their ability to work in teams through interactive obstacles. The challenge course features a low ropes course and several ground activities to enhance leadership, teamwork, and problem solving skills.
Camp Themes
Week One (June 18-22) Space Odyssey:
Week Two (June 25-June 29) A Bug's Life:
Week Three (July 2-6) At The Movies: No camp on Wednesday, July 4th.
Week Four (July 9-13) Spirit Week:
Week Five (July 16-20) Wide World of Sports:
Week Six (July 23-27) Holiday Celebrations:
Week Seven (July 30-August 3) Doctor Seuss:
Week Eight (August 6-10) Splish Splash:
Week Nine (August 13-17) Hawaiian Hullabaloo:
For more details about the options available and to register, visit the Amity Acres Day Camp website. You can like Amity Acres Day Camp on Facebook, too!
Contact: Joan Basilotto
Email: info@jerseyshoregirlscouts.org
Please see the Review section for pricing information.
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Prices listed are per week; the week of July 4 will only be four days and prorated.
General Camp Opportunities
Basic Camp (Five Days) $185 (Pro-rated for the week of July 2, 2018 $170)
Basic Camp (Four Days) All Weeks. No Camp July 4 $170
Basic Camp (Three Days) All Weeks $155
Three-Night Overnight $300
Fireflies (Five Days) All Weeks $185 (Pro-rated for the week of July 2, 2018 $170)
Fireflies (Four Days) All Weeks. No Camp July 4 $170
Fireflies (Three Days) All Weeks $155
Sibling Boys, Ages 5-11 (Five Days) All Weeks $185 (Pro-rated for the week of July 2, 2018 $170)
Sibling Boys, Ages 5-11 (Four Days) All Weeks. No Camp July 4 $170
Sibling Boys, Ages 5-11 (Three Days) All Weeks $155
Horse/Equestrian Programs
Beginner Riding (Girls and Siblings) $300
Advanced Riding (Girls Only) $315
Leadership Programs
Camp Program Aide $400
Camp Program Aide Specialization $105
Amazing Extras
Bus Service All Weeks, $65
After Camp Adventure All Weeks $30
Overnight with After Camp Adventure All Weeks $45
Extended Care - Morning All Weeks $10 per session
Father / Daughter Evening July 18 and August 8 $30
Extended Care - Evening All Weeks $10 per sesison
Full Week Extended Care (Morning and Evening) All Weeks $75 weekly
Before / After Care
Before and After Care is available at an additional cost. This service is available on a daily or weekly basis. The daily cost, from 7:00-9:00 a.m. or 4:00-6:00 p.m. is $10 per morning or evening session. When registered for the full week of extended care, using before and after camp sessions, the fee is reduced by $10 discount.
Activities and snack are provided. Other discounts do not apply to extended care.
If you have already paid for Extended Care for the week and wish to sign up for After Camp Adventure or After Camp Adventure with Overnight, please contact our day camp registrar to have the cost of extended care adjusted by $10.
Bus Schedule
Amity Acres Day Camp offers optional bus service from many convenient locations.
The cost is $65 per week, per child.
For detailed bus information, including bus stops and times, click here.
For more details about the options available and to register, visit the Amity Acres Day Camp website. You can like Amity Acres Day Camp on Facebook, too!
