This crowdsourced NYC summer camps list is the ultimate guide for parents who want real-life camp recommendations from fellow moms and dads.
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Wildlife Conservation Society
Bronx Zoo Summer Camp
The Bronx Zoo offers opportunities for kids to connect with animals and nature. Camp includes animal encounters, science and learning investigations, art projects, and games.
Bronx, NY
0 reviews
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New York Botanical Garden Summer Camp
Spend the summer exploring the Botanic Garden's plant collection, forest, wetlands, and technology during one of the Garden's summer camp options. Camps include Summer Science Camp, Green Thumbs Gardening Camp, and Summer Field Science Camp.
Bronx, NY
0 reviews
deermountaindaycamp.com
Deer Mountain Day Camp
Jennie Utsinger said: Deer Mountain Day Camp is located in a beautiful mountainside setting in Pomona, NY. Activities include fine arts, performing arts, sports, swimming, waterfront, nature center, and outdoor adventure. Transportation is offered from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City.
Pomona, NY4, 6, 7 & 8 weeks, full day
1 review
alleypond.org
Alley Pond Environmental Center Summer Programs
The Alley Pond Environmental Center, a nonprofit environmental education organization located in Alley Pond Park, holds several summer classes and camps for kids. Children will enjoy nature walks, stories, crafts, and meet live animals. Older kids will delve into local ecosystems, participate in survival games, learn basic botany, and go on hikes.
Little Neck, NY
0 reviews
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