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The New Jersey Institute of Nature

50 Warner Road, Newton, NJ 07860, USA

Where Learning Meets Nature

Enroll your kids in a fun social academic camp set on a stunning 50-acre estate featuring a horse stable, pond and farm house.

Our camp provides children with the power of problem-solving and encourages them to tackle real-world challenges that are important with hands-on learning tools aligned to education standards, plus this camp will provide an opportunity to participate in the nation’s premier middle school science challenge.

✅ Experienced faculty
✅ Small student:teacher ratios
✅ Experiential learning
✅ Natural play areas
✅ Enrichment included
✅ School bus available
✅ Field trips, Disc golf, Paddle boat, Hiking, Biking, Fishing, Gardening

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Openings for children 11 to 17 years old

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Our Camps

Social Innovator Camp

Sessions 1: July 3rd – 21st 2023
Session 2: July 24th-Aug 11th 2023
Camper age category: 12-17
Camp hours: 9am-4pm
Camp Duration: 3 weeks

Bringing The Classroom Outdoors

​Leveraging the principles of LEAF, this camp will foster children’s leadership by providing the opportunity to engage in entrepreneurship and research.

Young Scientist Camp

Camper age category: 12-17
Camp hours: 9am-4pm
Camp Duration: 4 weeks
Camp Dates: July 3rd – July 28th, 2023

Calling All Young Einsteins and future PHDs!

This camp provides children with the power of problem-solving and encourages them to tackle real-world challenges that are important with hands-on learning tools aligned to education standards, plus this camp will provide an opportunity to participate in the nation’s premier middle school science challenge.

Summer Exploration

Camp Dates: July 3rd to Aug 11th
Camper age category: 11-14
Camp hours: 9am-4pm
Camp Duration: 2 weeks (minimum)

A Focus on Social & Personal Development

Learning happens naturally, and it’s fun! Campers develop socially, creatively and engage with nature to enhance their health and sensory development. Campers lean and problem solve in a safe environment without high expectations and free from the fear of failure.

Future City Camp

Camper age category: 12-14
Camp hours: 9am-4pm
Camp Dates: July 3rd – July 28th, 2023
Camp Duration: 4 weeks
Total Fees: $4,000 per child*
Optional Meal Plan: $100/week

Leveraging the Engineering Design Process

Future City is a hands-on cross-curricular educational program that brings S.T.E.M to life. It’s a program specifically designed for grades 6-8 and provides an opportunity for children to do what engineers do and create sustainable cities of the future.

Capstone

Eligibility: Rising High School Juniors and Seniors
Limited to twenty students per session
Dates: July 10th—August 11th (5 weeks)
Camp Fee: $5000.00
Camp hours: 9am-4pm
Camp Duration: 5 weeks​
Optional Meal Plan: $100/week

Entrepreneurial Thought & Action

Engage in 4 key Entrepreneurial activities— Learn Babson’s Entrepreneurial Thought and Action. You will work in teams and learn about the Entrepreneurial mindset, the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development, identify problems and opportunities. Using the U.N. Sustainable Goals as the framework, you will learn the scientific method and engage in innovative research.

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Hear it from our parents!

“Overall, the summer camp was an unforgettable experience for my child. she made new friends, learned new skills, and had a blast in a safe and welcoming environment. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone looking for a fun and enriching summer experience for their child.”

Parent

“The camp staff were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond to make sure my son had the best time possible. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions or concerns. They made sure that every camper felt included and valued, creating an environment where everyone felt comfortable being themselves ?.”

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