Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16 · $1,400/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 8–16

Trail Blazer Camps

Montague, NJ · $1,400/week

Trail Blazer Camps offers overnight summer camp experiences for children aged 6-17, focusing on outdoor adventure,...

▌ Editor's read The website for Trail Blazer Camps loads successfully and provides detailed information about their overnight camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming their commitment to health and safety standards. Trail Blazer Camps has a long-standing history, stating they have been 'serving youth since 1887,' which indicates over 130 years of operation. The organization is a nonprofit, as stated on their 'About Us' page. While a specific staff-to-camper ratio is not explicitly published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training. The camp offers programs for ages 6-17, with a focus on outdoor activities and personal development. Google reviews for 'Trail Blazer Camps' show a rating of 4.6 stars based on 100+ reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the caring staff. Social media handles found include @trailblazersny on Instagram and TrailBlazersNY on Facebook.
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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 8–16

Trail Blazer Camps is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

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

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 210 Deckertown Turnpike, Montague, NJ 07827
  • Phone: (212) 529-5113
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Tiered pricing available: $1200 (Together), $480 (Belonging), $360 (Community) for a 6-day session.

↗ What parents like

  • Focus on first-time campers
  • Tiered pricing available

↘ Watch for

  • Short duration

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Trail Blazer Camps

What ages does Trail Blazer Camps accept?
Trail Blazer Camps is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Trail Blazer Camps cost?
Trail Blazer Camps publishes $1,400/week for the standard session. Tiered pricing available: $1200 (Together), $480 (Belonging), $360 (Community) for a 6-day session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Trail Blazer Camps's hours?
Trail Blazer Camps 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 Trail Blazer Camps accredited?
Yes — Trail Blazer Camps 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 Trail Blazer Camps?
Trail Blazer Camps 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 Trail Blazer Camps provide lunch?
Trail Blazer Camps 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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