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Central Jersey

Camp Mason

YMCA Camp Mason–building character since 1900 with a unique blend of adventure and traditional summer camp emphasizing the values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility in a safe welcoming environment. Over 650 acres of scenic mountain woodlands, Mason features modernized facilities, and a huge variety of activities!

Campers choose many of their activities. Or try: The Ranch Camp for western horsemanship, Adventure Bound Treks for week long outdoor adventures, or short adventure trips blended into the traditional program. Camp Mason offers two and four week sessions.

Camp Mason. Hardwick, N.J. 908-362-8217. Check them out at www.campmason.org

Delaware Valley

The Discovery Camp at the Franklin Institute

June 18–August 24, 2007, 2-week & single week sessions packed with fun science! Topics: Astronomy, Transportation, Archeology & Mummification and the Science of Sports. 9am-4pm, weekdays, extended day available. Sessions: Discovery Days 1, June 18-22; In a Galaxy Far, Far Away, June 25-July 6; Planes, Trains and Automobiles, July 9-20; Unwrapping the Mummy, July 23-August 8; Science of Sports, August 6-17; Discovery Days 2, August 20-24.

The Discovery Camp at the Franklin Institute. Philadelphia, Pa. 215-448-2195. Check them out at www.fi.edu/tfi/programs/discovery/

South Jersey

Camp Creek Run

Camp Creek Run is a dynamic day camp for children ages 4-12. We believe that instilling a respect for animals and the environment fosters a child’s connection to community and other human beings. We offer all of the traditional camp activities in a day camp setting, and are located on 40 beautiful acres with natural features that include a 1/2 acre lake, streams, fields, woods, and nature trails. Our camp also features swimming pools, playgrounds, pavilions, an Eco-Center, snack bar, climbing wall, basketball court, volleyball court, paddleboats, butterfly house, and butterfly and vegetable gardens.

Camp Creek Run. Marlton, N.J. 856-596-4250. Check them out at www.campcreekrun.com

Under the Sun Learning Centers

Under the Sun Learning Centers are located in Marlton, Stratford, & West Deptford, N.J. Each school is open from 6:30a.m. to 6p.m. (Stratford 6:30p.m.) Breakfast, 2 snacks, and a nutritious lunch are served daily for no additional charge. A full day of activities for children ages 5-12 years, including daily recreational swimming in their in-ground pool, trips, crafts, computers, etc. Free UTS Camp t-shirt & weekly field trips—bowling, rollerskating, movies & The Funplex. Swimming lessons available. Experienced, educated counselors provide theme-based age appropriate activities in their air-conditioned state-of-the-art facility.

Under the Sun Learning Centers. Marlton, N.J. 856-985-8777. Check them out at www.utslc.com

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