What ages does Teen Leaders accept?

Teen Leaders is open to children ages 15–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Teen Leaders cost?

Teen Leaders publishes $1,375/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available: $2750 (Together), $1100 (Belonging), $825 (Community) for a 2-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Teen Leaders's hours?

Teen Leaders runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Is Teen Leaders accredited?

Yes — Teen Leaders is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 130 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.

Who runs Teen Leaders?

Teen Leaders is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 130 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Teen Leaders provide lunch?

Teen Leaders does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

▌ Specialty · Ages 15–16

Teen Leaders

Montague, NJ · $1,375/week

Trail Blazers offers a variety of overnight camp programs, including a Teen Leaders program, focused on outdoor adventure, skill development, and community b...

▌ Editor's read The Trail Blazers website loads successfully and details various overnight camp programs, including a Teen Leaders program. The organization is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025. According to their 'About Us' page, Trail Blazers has been operating for over 130 years, founded by John W. Brinckerhoff in 1887, and is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for 'Trail Blazers Camp' show an average rating of 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, with positive comments frequently mentioning the supportive staff, diverse activities, and positive impact on children. Social media handles found on the site are @trailblazers.org for Instagram and Trailblazers.org for Facebook. The camp offers financial aid, with 80% of campers receiving assistance, demonstrating a commitment to accessibility.

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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited

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Since 1896130+ years operating

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 15–16

Teen Leaders serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Yes
Established: 1896 (130 years)
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 15–16
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 210 Deckertown Turnpike, Montague, NJ 07827
Cost notes: Tiered pricing available: $2750 (Together), $1100 (Belonging), $825 (Community) for a 2-week session.

Runs 24-hour residential, 2 sessions (0 one-week, 2 multi-week blocks), from Jul 19 to Aug 13.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

Session 2 Jul 19 – 30, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,750
Session 3 Aug 2 – 13, 2026 · 2 weeks · $2,750

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Teen Leaders

What ages does Teen Leaders accept?: Teen Leaders is open to children ages 15–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Teen Leaders cost?: Teen Leaders publishes $1,375/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available: $2750 (Together), $1100 (Belonging), $825 (Community) for a 2-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Teen Leaders's hours?: Teen Leaders runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Teen Leaders accredited?: Yes — Teen Leaders is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 130 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Teen Leaders?: Teen Leaders is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 130 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Teen Leaders provide lunch?: Teen Leaders does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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