RRDC is the best day camp around and they keep evolving and continuing to improve their facilities…read moreand offerings each year. This family owned camp is filled with a love and passion for an incredible one of a kind summer experience. Their staff are highly trained and qualified, their communication is exceptional and the experiences for their campers can't be matched. They have plans for rainy days and extra hot days to give the kids a fun, safe experience no matter what. Younger campers come home with all sorts of great projects and older campers even get to go on trips. Also, my kids learned to swim and have confidence and a love of the water because of RRDC. Because they are located on Mill River they also offer boating and water activities beyond a pool. During the summer parents get to come watch their kids perform on stage for song and plaque day and for a show. They encourage the kids to try new things which I love. It is not cheap, but this camp and the experiences they provide are worth it.

As a 20-year educator and parent of two enrolled campers, I cannot speak more highly of Rolling…read moreRiver! The entire Goodman family (owners/directors) are all hands on deck, involved in the day to day, and always engaging with campers, staff, and families. There's an incredible culture and camaraderie between everyone, from the group leaders who attended Rolling River decades ago as campers, all the way to the new counselors. Most important of all, everyone we've met at orientation, meet the matey's, reunion events, etc. are patient and nurturing, and truly enjoy working with children. The leadership team and head counselors are educators and it really shows throughout each camp day. Yes, the kids are here to have the time of their lives, but beneath all the fun, there's real substance and intentionality throughout the day. In the STEAM lab, there's a weekly theme and age appropriate lessons for each group. Sports/athletic blocks promote participation and teamwork. And instructional swim lessons use every square inch of the pools to maximize practice and repetitions. Between the waterfront with boating. kayaking and paddleboarding, a great mix of outside vendors/instructors, and included field trips, there's a ton of variety day to day. And we can't forget the always over-the-top special days (e.g. carnival day) and end of summer color war! It may seem cliche but we really noticed both of our kids "come out of their shells" after each camp season. They were more confident in playing sports and participating, noticeably more comfortable in the pool, and the biggest win of all was conquering their stage fright. I can attribute that last one to song and plaque day and the theatrical performance each group works on with the great team at "To The Stage" in Oceanside. We so appreciate everyone at the RIVA and recommend Rolling River without hesitation. We're already counting down the days until summer and just another two years before our little guy is old enough to join his two sisters in the fun. Thank you!

My daughter has gone to camp here for the last two summers and absolutely loves it. The counselors…read moreand staff are amazing. There's so much for the kids to do. They also learn so much. For instance, Courtney has become a very good and confident swimmer during her time here. We would definitely recommend Driftwood and are sending our younger daughter there next year as well.

This place is extremely unprofessional with its staffing. Accidental emails, getting the run…read morearound, being told they would contact me and making me wait two weeks just to tell me they don't want "to make me wait around" for the position of group leader. I'm happy I didn't end up working here but the way they handled their professionalism was beyond a let down to say the least. If I had kids they would not attend this camp. They seem like they mean well but really have no idea what they are doing. I've read other reviews of problems with Driftwood management respecting staff so I can see this is a trend.

My two grandchildren went there. Great experiences, lots of fun…read moreCounselors, bus driver, bus aide very helpful and friendly. All the camp Staff was great

Not that great, much worse than ~2023, the counselors/group leaders dont let campers do things…read morewithout giving them a good reason and campers have a lot less freedom. The activites and overall experience are still decent but I dont think it's worth the $7,600 for kids to be saying they dont want to go to camp tommorrow.

My 7 year old went this summer and loved it. Dave and his team created a very positive & fun camp…read moreexperience for the kids. My kid is looking forward to going again next summer. I highly recommend this camp.

My daughters have attended camp alvernia two years in a row and are signed up for another summer. I…read moream honestly surprised about negative reviews for this camp. I think it is extremely well run and organized. I never have any problems with communicating with director or counselors. My daughters LOVE this camp and look forward to it all year round! They swim in the pools every day, have different types of boats depending on ages, do all kinds of activities. My kids come home dirty and exhausted every day. I like the small group sizes, that is honestly part of what sold me on the camp! I dont worry about my kids being missed or neglected. The counselors remember them from years prior. It truly is a wonderful camp!

Amazing camp! My son's camp counselor participates with the children doing activities during the…read moreday and is in college receiving his master's degree. Such a camaraderie among the campers and staff of Camp Alvernia. My son has such a close bond with his group and they work together like a team. The sailing on the Centerport Harbor is unmatched. The campers truly learn how to sail and I believe the 5th graders are able to obtain a sailing license. The camp is set in the forest and the campers walk to their various activities like arts and crafts, swimming (free swim & lessons), nature, gaga, various sports, tennis by an instructor, dance, and more activities than I can list. Fairly priced and includes lunch & sailing. My son says it's magic. He has attended other well-known camps in the area, but this by far is his favorite! Camp Alvernia is a happy place & just epic!

full day an mini day was the best and on buses 2266 2264 2283 very and I never would stop going…read morein my best friend. makes me as well and I got never stop. It's a great camp. Everyone should go there.

Maplewood Summer Camp has some fun parts, but there are a few things that really need improvement…read more The phone policy is too strict. Campers should have more freedom and at least be allowed to use their phones during certain times of the day to check messages, take pictures, or contact family when needed. The food could also be better, and the pool is often so cold that many campers don't enjoy swimming. If the camp improved the food, made the pool more comfortable, and gave campers a little more freedom with their phones, the overall experience would be much better.

I spent eight summers at this surreal camp, and I loved every second of it. Unlike other camps, you…read moreget to choose a major and a minor, and are exposed to the fine arts extensively. It is almost like you are preparing for higher educational institutions, regardless of your age. I recommended this facility to a friend of mine, as her son wanted to spread his wings at USDAN, so to speak. The "campus" has changed greatly since I was enrolled, however, it has only been improved. The studios where teaching had taken place, were now solid buildings and not merely the wooden huts that I remembered so fondly. They are probably more sturdy during the occasional heavy summer rain. You still need a map to navigate the heavily wooded grounds. I remember having an assembly on a daily basis, which often featured a well known talented performer. There is a daily swimming class, a lunch hour as well as time to dedicate to both your major and your minor. There was also ice cream served by the friendly staff at the end of every day, as you walked to the bus. The teachers were phenomenal. Each one was incredibly talented and well versed in his or her craft. This definitely contributed to creating an exceptional experience. Highly recommended.

Usdan is a place like no other (well, not that I know of, at least). I was lucky enough to spend…read morethree summers enrolled in various programs here, and it'll forever hold a special place in my heart, so, sorry if this review gets a bit schmaltzy. I promise that I'm not exaggerating. In the most technical sense, it's a day camp. But more like a cross between a college campus and an artists' commune, it's anything but your average day camp. Campers/students, who come from all over Long Island as well as all five boroughs, have total control over their course of studies for the summer and on your typical day at Usdan, nestled within acres of woods you'll find kids (up to age 18) doing everything from welding jewelry, firing kilns, or wielding paint brushes, to singing/playing scales, dancing on pointe, or playing improv games in a acting class. It's a both a place to learn a new craft and to cultivate an already burgeoning talent. Aside from the fab programs (with wonderfully encouraging and professional teachers at their helm), Usdan stands out in its layout and design. Someone made the brilliant decision to take advantage of the sprawling physical environment of the campus, and the result is that none of the "classrooms" at Usdan have both four walls and a roof, allowing art to be entwined with the elements in a really neat way. Many have a distinctly tree-house feel. Trust me when i say that this makes the experience all the more enriching, not to mention fun. There's also a great big swimming pool, an essential part of any summer experience. One of the most exceptional parts of the Usdan experience is the daily mid-day concert that are a daily part of each camper's schedule. For the first half of the summer, campers are treated to performances by acclaimed professionals from all over the performing arts world. It was during such concerts that I enjoyed seeing both Yo Yo Ma and Savion Glover (!!), among many, many others. Trust me when I tell you this is amazing. Concerts during the second half of the summer are dedicated to student performances. Oh, and also, among a nice list of esteemed alumni you'll find Ms. Mariah Carey herself.

My son had an awesome summer at Future Stars sports camp at Farmingdale college. He participated in…read morethe flag football, baseball and the tackle football programs which were excellent. He improved his skills and learned a lot . I can see a definite improvement due to the coaches training and interactions with him. The coaches gave a lot of positive reinforcement and support. I definitely recommend this camp as well as the coaches,staff, administrative,etc. This camp is very well organized as well. Great job Future Stars !!!!

I've been going to this camp for three years and it never disappoints!…read moreThe Counselors are super nice and helpful! The Steam camp specifically is wonderous! For Lunch we get to go to a College Dining hall, the food they serve is pretty good, it certainly is better than generic school cafeteria lunch! I want to specifically Shout out 3 counselors, Logan, Justin, and Brett! The programs the steam camp offer are quite interesting, such as, AI exploration, 3D printing, Battlebots, Minecraft & Roblox, as well as Video game design.