Summer camp for 7th-8th & 9th graders 13-14-15 years old near Raritan
The Teen Travel Program is built for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders who are ready for a summer with more independence, variety, and adventure. It gives 13 to 15-year-olds a balanced schedule of on-site camp activities and off-site trips, helping them stay active, build friendships, and enjoy new experiences.
For families near Raritan, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp offers a program that fits teens who have outgrown a traditional day camp routine but still benefit from structure, supervision, and a strong social setting. Campers spend part of their time enjoying activities at camp and part of their time traveling to fun destinations, creating a summer experience that feels age-appropriate, engaging, and memorable.
The Teen Travel schedule gives campers a mix of regular camp days and off-site trips each week. Seventh graders spend Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at camp, with day trips on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Eighth and ninth graders follow the opposite schedule, with camp days on Tuesdays and Thursdays and off-site adventures on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
For families near Raritan, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp also offers optional 2- or 3-day overnight trips for teens who are ready for a longer travel experience. These trips give campers more time with their group while still being part of a supervised camp program.
On camp days, teens follow a planned group schedule led by screened counselors. Their day includes two free swim periods, time on activities such as the Climbing Tower and Ropes Courses, sports, creative options, and two Choice periods. During Choice, campers select the activities they want for that period, giving them more control over their day while still keeping the structure parents expect.
Safety is a key part of the Teen Travel Program, especially during off-site trips. Before campers take part in travel activities, both parents and campers review and sign the Teen Travel Behavior Contract. This helps set clear expectations for behavior, responsibility, and group safety.
For families near Raritan, NJ, Oak Crest Day Camp provides a structured travel program with supervision at every level. Each teen division is led by an adult Division Head who oversees both camp days and off-site excursions. The Teen Staff is also trained to supervise campers in public places, manage group movement, and respond to the needs of early teens.
This approach gives teens the chance to enjoy more independence while still being part of a well-supervised program. Campers can explore new places, spend time with friends, and take part in age-appropriate experiences with clear rules and staff support throughout the summer.
