Summer camp for 7th-8th & 9th graders 13-14-15 year olds near Kinnelon
Tamarack Day Camp’s Teen Travel Program gives 7th, 8th, and 9th graders the perfect balance of adventure and structure. Designed for teens who want more than a typical camp day, the program combines on-site camp activities with exciting day trips to nearby attractions.
On camp days, teens follow a clear, counselor-led schedule built around teamwork, independence, and fun. They rotate through activities like swimming, ropes courses, sports, and creative workshops — all tailored to their age group. Day trips offer new experiences beyond camp, giving teens a chance to explore, learn responsibility, and build lasting friendships.
This program is ideal for families near Kinnelon, NJ who want their teens to stay active, social, and engaged in a supervised, meaningful way throughout the summer.
Safety is the top priority when teens travel with the Tamarack Day Camp Teen Travel Program. Every off-site experience follows the established Tamarack Travel Protocols, which outline clear expectations for conduct, communication, and group responsibility. These procedures help ensure each trip runs smoothly and safely from start to finish.
Before joining the program, both teens and their parents sign the Teen Travel Behavior Contract, confirming that everyone understands and agrees to the camp’s safety and behavior standards.
A Division Head oversees the entire Teen Travel Program, coordinating activities on camp days and supervising all trips. The Teen Staff are carefully trained to manage groups in public spaces, maintain structure during transitions, and support the specific needs of early teens as they navigate more independence.
Families near Kinnelon, NJ can trust that every trip is guided by experienced leaders who prioritize supervision, safety, and respect in every setting.
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Our camp is a popular choice among 13 to 15-year-olds and their parents in the vicinity of Kinnelon!