Summer camp for 7th-8th & 9th graders 13-14-15 years old near Sayreville
Oak Crest Day Camp’s Teen Travel Program is designed for 7th, 8th, and 9th graders ages 13 to 15. The program combines scheduled days at camp with off-site trips, giving teens a balance of familiar activities and opportunities to explore new destinations. Parents near Sayreville, NJ, can choose a program that keeps older campers active, engaged, and connected with others their age throughout the summer.
The Teen Travel schedule varies by grade level. Seventh graders spend Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at Oak Crest Day Camp, with off-site day trips on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Eighth and ninth graders follow the opposite schedule, attending camp on Tuesdays and Thursdays and taking trips on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Teens may also join optional two- or three-day overnight trips that add more travel and group experiences to the program.
On camp days, teens follow an organized schedule led by screened counselors. Each day includes two free-swim periods, time on the Climbing Tower and Ropes Courses, sports, creative activities, and two Choice periods. During Choice, campers select the activities that interest them most. This schedule provides a clear balance of camp activities, personal choice, day trips, and optional overnight travel.
Oak Crest Day Camp follows established travel protocols for every off-site trip. Before participating, teens and their parents review and sign the Teen Travel Behavior Contract, which outlines expectations for conduct, cooperation, and safety during excursions. Each grade-level division is supervised by an adult Division Head who oversees campers during both on-site activities and travel days.
Teen staff members receive specific training for supervising 13- to 15-year-olds in public settings. They are prepared to manage group movement, maintain clear boundaries, monitor behavior, and respond to the needs of early teens throughout each trip. For families near Sayreville, NJ, these procedures provide added structure and accountability while campers take part in the Teen Travel Program.
