Township of Jackson
Department of Recreation
45 Don Connor Blvd.
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1260 - FAX (732) 928-3428
[email protected]
Joeylynn Anderson
Recreation/Special Events
Coordinator
2017 SUMMER CAMP TRIP DESCRIPTIONS
K-6TH GRADES
Trips are listed alphabetically. All trips are pre-paid before camp begins. Trips are on a first
come-first serve basis. There is no exchanging of trips with other camp participants. Please
note which trips where food is included, and which trips have either an early drop-off or late
return time.
Arts & Crafts (K-4th Graders) - $8.00
Campers will participate in an appropriate aged Arts & Crafts activity on-site at Jackson Liberty
High School.
Blackbeard’s Cave (5th – 6th Graders) - $27.00
Participants will be able to enjoy several of the facilities amenities: Go-Karts, Batting Cages,
Water Wars, Bumper Boats, Rock Climbing Wall, and min-golf course. Pizza and a drink will be
provided.
Bowling (All Grades) - $10.00
Campers will participate in 2 hours of bowling. Price includes pizza and soda.
Breakwater Beach (4th – 8th Graders) - $40.00
A state-of-the-art water park with one of the largest interactive play area on the North Atlantic
Coast. The renovation of Breakwater Beach Water park at Casino Pier” (Formally Water
Works) offers campers a fun and exciting family attraction. Price includes Pizza, Chips and a
Drink.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 5:00PM**
Build a Bear (K-3rd Graders) - $20.00
Participants will go to the Freehold Raceway Mall. Here, everyone is empowered to imagine,
and every bear begins a story. Building a furry friend is building so much more. Bear and an
outfit are included in the price. Campers can bring their lunch or purchase lunch at the food
court.
Camp Field Day (All Grades) - $30.00
Campers will enjoy games and activities at our very own Justice Complex in Jackson. There will
be a catered meal provided for campers that register for Field Day. Campers will enjoy hours of
fun with different planned activities and bounce houses. Campers will also be able to use brand
new Splash Park. Campers should bring a towel and a change of clothes.
Candlewood Swim Club (All Grades) - $7.00
Candlewood Swim and Racquet Club is one of the premier pool clubs in Monmouth County.
Candlewood offers an Olympic size swimming pool, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court
and a full service snack bar and grill. It is recommended to bring a towel and sunscreen. Food is
available for purchase or participants can bring their lunch. **Campers must be able to swim.
No inflatable arm bands or life preservers permitted. **
Casino Pier (5th – 6th Graders) - $27.00
Stroll through the variety of rides our amusement park offers situated on a classic Jersey Shore
pier, extending into the heart of the Atlantic Ocean. Plenty of rides, cool ocean breezes, and a
spectacular view, the Casino Pier amusement park has something for everyone! Price includes
lunch.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 5:00PM**
Ceramics (All Grades) - $12.00
On-site activity - Campers will complete an age appropriate ceramic piece.
Chuck E Cheese (K-4th Graders) - $12.00
Chuck E. Cheese's features age appropriate games, rides, prizes, food and entertainment that
children of all ages from toddlers to big kids will love. Pizza, a drink and tokens are included in
the price.
Combat Sports (4th-8th Graders) - $23.00
Campers are issued state of the art outdoor laser tag gear. Each player immediately feels their
adrenaline racing as they are placed into combat mission groups. Each group is then given a
Combat Sports mission briefing by their Field Marshal. Each Combat Sports mission can have
several different tasks or assignments. Teams then work together to strategically plan their
mission and attempt to win the Combat Sports laser tag mission. Pizza and soda are included in
the price.
Diggerland USA (3rd – 6th Graders) - $32.00
Diggerland USA is the only construction themed adventure park in North America where
children and families can drive, ride and operate ACTUAL machinery; the majority of which are
real, diesel powered, full size, pieces of construction equipment. Each machine has undergone
advanced engineering modifications which make them safe for the public, allowing children as
small as 36″ to operate with little to no instruction.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 4:30 PM**
Freedom Fest (All Grades) - $15.00
Allentown, NJ - Campers will enjoy the Feast’s rides, attractions and entertainment. Food is
available for purchase.
Funplex (All Grades) – K-2nd ($23.00), 3rd-4th ($25.00), 5th-6th ($30.00)
The Funplex is a spectacular entertainment center. Exciting indoor attractions and arcade
activities make this a great place to visit. K-2nd Graders will enjoy unlimited foam frenzy,
bumper cars plus 10 arcade tokens. 3rd-4th Graders will enjoy unlimited inside attractions plus
10 arcade tokens, excludes go carts and bowling, 5th – 6th Graders will enjoy unlimited indoor
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and outdoor attractions plus water park and bowling. 5th – 6th Graders should bring a towel and
sunscreen. Campers can bring or purchase lunch.
Funtime America (K-3 Graders) – K-1st ($16.00), 2nd-3rd ($20.00)
K-1 Graders – Fun time Package, which includes unlimited carnival rides, unlimited bounce
area, 25 game tokens and a slice of pizza and a drink. 2nd – 3rd Graders - Fun Time Deluxe
Package that includes unlimited carnival rides, unlimited bounce area, 1 game of laser tag, 1 rock
wall climbing adventure, 30 game tokens and a slice of pizza and a drink.
iPlay America (5th – 6th Graders) - $35.00
All it takes is one step into iPlay America to discover our WOW factor. Imagine the boardwalk
on the Jersey Shore brought inland and blended with a New York City street complete with
Brownstones and quaint shops, all energized by the excitement of indoor rides and attractions
sized to fit nicely in our 115,000 square feet of fun. It’s not every day you can ride speedy go
karts, the Kite Flyer, Skyscraper, bumper cars, and play level laser tag – all indoors so weather is
never an issue. Price includes Pizza and soda.
Jackson Skating (All Grades) - $13.00
Participants will be able to enjoy open skating along with other games and dances like the
chicken dance and the hokey pokey. Roller skates are included in the price. In line skates are
available for an extra fee. Lunch is included in the price.
Jenkinson’s Aquarium (K-4th Graders) - $16.00
Campers will enjoy the aquarium. Exhibits such as Atlantic sharks, Pacific sharks, coral reefs,
penguins, alligators and seals give you the opportunity to get up close to animals from around the
globe. Price includes lunch.
Jenkinson’s Rides (K-6th Graders) - $28.00
Campers will enjoy a fun filled day at Jenkinsons Pier. Food is available for purchase or campers
can bring their lunches.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 4:30 PM**
Lakewood Blue Claws: (3rd – 6th Graders) - $26.00
Campers will spend the afternoon at First Energy Park in Lakewood NJ, home of the World
Champion Philadelphia Phillies. The park offers something for people of all ages. Price includes
a lunch buffet of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, soda and drinks in the parks Party Deck.
Let’s Bloom Together (K-3rd Graders) - $7.00
On Site Activity – Campers will be introduced to different types of flowers. They will be taught
how to maintain and grow their specific flower through a fun interactive lesson. Each camper
will plant a flower in a flower pot and decorate the pot.
Medieval Times: (3rd-6th Graders) - $37.00
Guests will surrender to an age of bravery and honor and witness epic battles of steel and steed
during their show. As campers are thrilled to a rousing live jousting tournament, and marvel at
awe-inspiring horsemanship and falconry, Medieval Times serves a four-course meal.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 4:00 PM**
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Movies (All Grades) - $12.00
Campers will be seeing the new Despicable Me movie. Price includes small popcorn and a
drink.
Monster Mini Golf (K-4th Graders) - $15.00
Monster Mini Golf is an exciting indoor monster themed glow in the dark 18-hole miniature golf
course that offers a host of fun activities at every turn. Whether you're visiting for the first time,
or the hundredth, you feel the excitement and adventure of playing mini golf among a scary but
cool monster décor with custom and animated props at every turn. A $5 arcade game card, a
slice of pizza and a drink is included in the price.
OMG Pizza (K-4th Graders) - $20.00
Campers will create their own pizza and will make their own sundae. Pick your pizza crust,
sauce, cheeses and toppings to create your own custom pizza. You make it and we'll bake it in 3
minutes. Our ingredient and your artistic creativity fused to make a one of a kind culinary
delight. Campers will also enjoy the on-site arcade.
Pirates Island (K-4th Graders) - $22.00
Come Sail the Pirates on the Manasquan. Campers will enjoy a pre-pirate training camp
including tattoos and fitting for a special pirate vest. Campers will travel along the beautiful
Manasquan River to attempt to locate the Brethren treasure map lost for hundreds of years. After
the map is located campers will navigate the ship to the lost treasure and recover the bounty.
Pizza and Soda Provided.
Planetarium (3rd-6th Graders) - $12.00
The Novin’s Planetarium Sky Theater located at Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ reopened October 2010 with some of the latest projection technology to bring you the universe in
innovative and exciting new ways. Price includes lunch.
Popcorn Park Zoo (K-3rd Graders) - $6.00
Popcorn Park Zoo was established in 1977 for the sole purpose of providing a refuge for wildlife
that were sick, elderly, abandoned, abused, or injured, and which could no longer survive in its
natural habitat. Fee includes popcorn to feed the animals. Campers to bring their own lunch to
eat in the parks picnic area.
Silverball Arcade (5th – 6th Graders) - $20.00
The Silverball Museum Arcade, located in Asbury Park NJ is a living, breathing and blinking
tribute to our pinball and video gaming past. With 600 games in rotation, we are sure you will
find your favorites while getting to know and enjoy some new machines. Price includes lunch.
Six Flags Great Adventure & Hurricane Harbor (4th-8th Graders) - $10.00
Campers will enjoy Rides and Fun at Six Flags and the Water park of Hurricane Harbor.
SEASON PASSES HAVE TO BE PROCESSED ALREADY. No outside food permitted.
Lockers are available for a fee for personal belongings. Participants must have a season pass or
ticket to attend.
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 5:30 PM**
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Skyzone (K-6th Graders) – $25.00
First on the scene and best in its class, Sky Zone created the world’s first wall-to-wall trampoline
park in 2002, bringing healthy, high-flying fun to people everywhere. Now you can be part of
this international sensation. See how fitness, entertainment, and interactive technology create one
powerhouse of an opportunity.
Storybook Land (K-2nd Graders) - $33.00
For over 60 years, Storybook Land has been keeping the spirit of childhood alive in an
entertaining and educational atmosphere. We invite you to relive your childhood while
introducing the innocent themes of wonderment to an entire new generation. Your children’s –
and grandchildren’s – memories will be with them throughout their lifetimes!!
**THIS TRIP IS A LATE RETURN, CAMPERS WILL RETURN TO SITE BY 5:30 PM**
Tropical Island Adventure (5th -6th Graders) - $22.00
Campers will enjoy a cruise up and down the Manasquan River while listening to today’s music.
The boat will stop off at Treasure Island where Campers will get off the boat and tour the island.
Pizza and a drink included in the price.
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Township of Jackson
Department of Recreation
45 Don Connor Boulevard
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 928-1260 - FAX (732) 928-3428
[email protected]
Joeylynn Anderson
Recreation and Special Events
Coordinator
2017 SUMMER CAMP TRIP DESCRIPTIONS
7TH-8TH GRADES TRAVEL CAMP
Trips are listed alphabetically. All trips are pre-paid before camp begins. Trips are on a first
come-first serve basis. There IS NO exchanging of trips with other camp participants. Please
note which trips where food is included, and which trips have either an early drop-off or late
return time.
Adventure Aquarium - $24.00 – 4:30pm Return
Adventure Aquarium is features one-of-a-kind exhibits with more than 8,500 aquatic species
throughout two million gallons of water. The Aquarium is home to the largest collection of
sharks on the East Coast, including the only great hammerhead shark on exhibit in the United
States. Campers will also enjoy a 4D Movie. Campers should bring lunch.
Blackbeard’s Cave - $32.00 - 4:30pm Return
Campers will have unlimited access to all attractions; excluding driving range. BBQ lunch and
arcade are included.
Blue Claws - $37.00 – 3:00pm Return
Campers will spend the afternoon at First Energy Park, home of the World Champion
Philadelphia Phillies on the party deck. The park offers something for people of all ages. Price
includes a lunch buffet and drinks
Breakwater Beach - $37.00 – 5:00pm Return
Campers should come prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block and dry clothes – Pizza,
chips, drink are included.
Casino Pier - $28.00 – 5:00pm Return
Campers will receive a wristband for all rides at Casino Pier. Included in the price is a $10 game
card, pizza chips and a drink.
Clementon Park & Splash World - $25.00 – 5:00pm Return
Clementon Park and Splash World is a mid-sized combination theme park and water park located
in Clementon, New Jersey in Camden County, It is one of the world's oldest operating
amusement parks. Campers should come prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block and dry
clothes. Included in the price is choice of chicken fingers, hamburger or hot dog, served with a
small fry and small soda or 2 slices of pizza with a small soda.
Dave & Buster’s - $22.00 – 5:30pm Return
Campers will receive a power card, a $15 game card and unlimited non-redemption video game
play. Participants will have their choice of Cheeseburger or Crispy Chicken Bites, French fries
and unlimited soda.
Delaware River Tubing - $34.00 – 5:30pm Return
3 hours of fun tubing on the Delaware River, just north of where George Washington historically
crossed. Each admission includes a free BBQ meal at "The Famous River Hot Dog Man",
halfway down the river! Campers should come prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block and
dry clothes
Funplex - $32.00 - 4:00pm Return
Unlimited indoor and outdoor attractions and Roller Coaster plus Water Park and bowling. All
new splashplex water park now includes two 200 feet long speed slides, two 400 feet long tube
slides, an activity pool with basketball, interactive and under water seating, a 500 feet long lazy
river, splashin’ speedway. Campers should come prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block
and dry clothes. Campers will have their choice of 1 slice of pizza or 1 hot dog plus a medium
drink.
Freedom Fest - $15.00 – 5:00pm Return
Campers will enjoy the Fest’s rides, attractions and entertainment. Food is available for
purchase.
Franklin Institute - $18.00 – 5:00pm Return
Summer Fun Camp Package includes access to a scavenger hunt that is sure to excite and
entertain kids of all ages. Each ticket includes access to eleven interactive exhibits, including The
Giant Heart, Your Brain, and SportsZone. Campers should bring their lunch.
Great Adventure (Season Pass Holder Only) - $10.00 - 5:30pm Return
Registrants must have a processed season pass or a ticket in advance to attend. Campers will
enjoy all that Great Adventure has to offer. No outside food is permitted inside the park.
Campers should bring money to purchase lunch, drinks and snacks
Hurricane Harbor (Season Pass Only) - $10.00 – 5:30pm Return
Registrants must have a processed season pass or a ticket in advance to attend. Campers will
enjoy all that Hurricane Harbor has to offer. No outside food is permitted inside the park.
Campers should bring money to purchase lunch, drinks and snacks. Campers should come
prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block and dry clothes.
iPlay America - $35.00 – 3:00pm Return
Take one step inside iPlay America and campers will experience a whole new level of WOW!
There’s guaranteed fun for everyone. Unlimited Spin Zone Unlimited Kite Flyer, Unlimited
Skyscraper Unlimited Dizzy Dragons, Unlimited 4D Theater, Unlimited Laser Frenzy, Unlimited
Speedway Go Karts, Unlimited Video Games, (1) Cosmic Battle Laser Tag Plus a $5 Game
Card! Pizza & a drink included.
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Jenkinson's Rides - $20.00 – 5:00pm Return
Campers will enjoy all day rides at Jenkinson’s. Campers should bring money if they would like
to play arcade games. Lunch can be purchased on the boardwalk or campers can bring their
lunches.
Jersey Shore Arena - $26.00 – 3:00pm Return
Campers will enjoy a fun filled adventure which will include ice skating, laser tag, arcade and
their choice of lunch; pizza, small drink and chips or chicken nuggets, small drink and fries.
Keansburg Amusement and Water Park - $32.00 – 5:00pm Return
Amusement Park and Runaway Rapids Water Park – Unlimited Amusement Park and 2 hours of
Water Rides, Campers should come prepared with a bathing suit, towel, sun block and dry
clothes. Campers must purchase or bring lunch
Liberty Science Center - $23.00 – 5:30pm Return
Campers will explore four floors with hundreds of hands-on exhibits in twelve galleries.
Admission includes free extras such as live science demonstrations, hands-on labs, and a variety
of daily activities. Campers can bring their own brown bagged lunch or purchase lunch in the
cafeteria.
Medieval Times - $37.00 – 4:00pm Return
Step back in time and experience spectacular horsemanship, swordplay, games of skill and an
authentic jousting tournament between six brave knights. Campers will enjoy a 4 course meal.
Philadelphia Tours & Hard Rock Café - $45.00 – 4:30pm Return
This Philadelphia Sightseeing Tour will deliver a memorable camp outing. Campers will ride on
an Open-Top Double-Decker Bus, through Philadelphia and its many historic and cultural
districts. After their tour campers will enjoy lunch at the Hard Rock café. They will have a
choice of Hamburger, Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheese burger, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Honey
Mustard Grilled Chicken Sandwich, and Pasta with Marinara Sauce or Classic Chicken Cesar
Salad.
Philadelphia Zoo - $20.00 – 5:30pm Return
Philadelphia Zoo is home to nearly 1,300 animals, many rare and endangered. Campers can
bring or purchase lunch.
Pirate Island Adventure - $38.00 – 3:00pm Return
Campers will enjoy a cruise up and down the Manasquan River while listening to today’s music.
The boat will stop off at Treasure Island where Campers will get off the boat and tour the
Island and participate in team building activities. Campers should bring a bathing suit, towel, sun
block and dry clothes. Pizza and soda provided
Silverball Arcade & Museum - $20.00 - 3:00pm Return
The Silverball Museum Arcade is a living, breathing and blinking tribute to pinball and video
gaming past. With 600 games in rotation, campers will find their favorites while getting to know
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and enjoy some new machines. 3 hours of unlimited play in arcade, 2 slices' of pizza and a bottle
of water.
Steel Pier - $30 – 5:30 Return
The World Famous Steel Pier extends 1,000 feet over the Atlantic City Ocean. It is located on
the Boardwalk near the Taj Mahal. Following a $23 million renovation, the Pier now features 25
kiddie and extreme rides, games, food kiosks. Included in the price is unlimited rides (excluding
the Helicopter, Observation wheel and Sling Shot.) Choice of hamburger/cheeseburger, 2 hot
dogs or chicken tenders, includes large fountain drink and fries. Campers can bring money for
games and additional purchases.
Swingtime - $22.00 – 3:00pm Return
Campers will play a round of mini golf, 1 batting cage and 70 arcade token pizza and soda.
Thundering Surf - $35.00 - 4:00pm Return
Campers will enjoy 4 hours in the water park, one round of Adventure Golf in either of their 18hole golf courses; lunch at Cowabunga Beach Grill which includes a choice of a small beverage
and wither a hot dog or a 3 piece Chicken Finger plate. Campers should come prepared with a
bathing suit, towel, sun block and dry clothes.
Trenton Thunder - $32.00 – 3:00pm Return
Campers will experience an American Minor League Baseball team based in Trenton, New
Jersey, that is the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees. The Thunder plays in the Eastern
Division of the Eastern League. The Thunder's home stadium is Arm & Hammer Park. Included
in the price is a 90-minute buffet consisting of hamburgers, cheese burgers, hot dogs, baked
beans, salads, soda, water and desserts.
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