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At Lake Rickabear Camp in Kinnelon, New Jersey, our 332 acres include a beautiful 40-acre, spring-fed lake, perfect for pedal boating, paddle boarding, and row boating. A long stretch of soft, sandy beach lines our swimming area. Our camp also has an archery range, low ropes challenge course, zip line, duck pin bowling, equestrian center, rock wall, gaga pit, volleyball court, and more.
Lake Rickabear's camping facilities include all-season lodges, yurts, platform tents, and pitch-your-own-tent campsites. A spacious pavilion, campfire amphitheater, and lakeside picnic grove provide lots of opportunity for outdoor fun.
2023 Summer Camp Season: July 5-Aug. 18
Session Descriptions and Pricing
Session 1 (July 5-7) 
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Sampler Session 1 Gr 1-9 Fee: $280 |
Join us for a “Taste of Camp” at Lake Rickabear for a fabulous three-day week of outdoor adventure! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) for free swim. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Sampler Gr 1-3 $420 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including free swim (weather permitting). |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Sampler Gr 4-5 Fee: $430 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including free swim (weather permitting). |
Session 2 (July 10-14)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 2 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470
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Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 12, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700
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Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 12, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an optional overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 12, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Super Girls Gr 4-5 Fee: $505 |
Join us for this fun, challenging and engaging self-defense week! Build your confidence while learning important life skills and self-defense strategies and techniques by participating in a variety of self-defense arts and more. Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an optional overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 12, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Art to Frames Gr 6-9 Fee: $ 505 |
A DIY week at camp! Bring your creativity and join us for a unique camp creation week. Artists of all skills and abilities will explore a variety of different artistic media. Use different tools and materials to make 4 different projects to take home with you. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an optional overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 12, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Counselor in Training 1 (CIT 1) (week 1 of 2) Gr 9-10 Fee: $305 |
Get ready to begin your journey toward being a camp counselor! Girls entering Grades 9 and 10 (and who are age 14 as of 7/5/23) can register for this two-week leadership training program. During the first week, you’ll develop the skills needed to mentor younger girls and understand their needs in a camp setting. In the second week, you’ll use your newly acquired skills working with units under the guidance of camp counselors. Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll earn your CIT pin and have the option to volunteer for one or more weeks during the remainder of the camp season. Plus, you’ll receive an exclusive CIT shirt to tie dye. To participate in this program you must register for both Sessions 2 & 3. |
Counselor in Training 2 (CIT 2) (week 1 of 2) Gr 10-11 Fee: $305 |
If you’ve already completed the Counselor in Training program, you can continue to build camp counselor skills during this two-week session. During the first week, learn what goes on behind the scenes to enable a camp to run safely and efficiently. Focus on conflict management, leadership skills, unit planning and more during this leadership development experience. In the second week, you’ll use your newly acquired skills working with units under the guidance of camp counselors. Upon successful completion of this program, you will earn your CIT II pin and have the option to volunteer for one or more weeks during the remainder of camp. Plus, you'll receive an exclusive CIT 2 shirt to tie dye. To participate in this program you must register for both Sessions 2 & 3. |
Session 3 (July 17-21)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 3 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470 |
Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
Maker's Space Gr 6-9 Fee: $505 |
Our Maker’s Space program takes the maker mindset of creating something out of nothing and exploring your own interests. At Lake Rickabear's Maker’s Space we will expand your journey in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, & math (STEAM). We will provide hands on learning, help with critical thinking skills, and even boost self-confidence. |
Counselor in Training 1 (CIT 1) (week 2 of 2) Gr 9-10 Fee: $305 |
Get ready to begin your journey toward being a camp counselor! Girls entering Grades 9 and 10 (and who are age 14 as of 7/5/23) can register for this two-week leadership training program. During the first week, you’ll develop the skills needed to mentor younger girls and understand their needs in a camp setting. In the second week, you’ll use your newly acquired skills working with units under the guidance of camp counselors. Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll earn your CIT pin and have the option to volunteer for one or more weeks during the remainder of the camp season. Plus, you’ll receive an exclusive CIT shirt to tie dye. To participate in this program you must register for both Sessions 2 & 3. |
Counselor in Training 2 (CIT 2) (week 2 of 2) Gr 10-11 Fee: $305 |
If you’ve already completed the Counselor in Training program, you can continue to build camp counselor skills during this two-week session. During the first week, learn what goes on behind the scenes to enable a camp to run safely and efficiently. Focus on conflict management, leadership skills, unit planning and more during this leadership development experience. In the second week, you’ll use your newly acquired skills working with units under the guidance of camp counselors. Upon successful completion of this program, you will earn your CIT II pin and have the option to volunteer for one or more weeks during the remainder of camp. Plus, you'll receive an exclusive CIT 2 shirt to tie dye. To participate in this program you must register for both Sessions 2 & 3. |
Session 4 (July 24-28)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 4 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470 |
Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 26, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 26, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 26, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Young Artists Gr 4-5 Fee: $505 |
A DIY week at camp! Bring your creativity and join us for a unique camp creation week. Artists of all skills and abilities will explore a variety of different artistic media. Use different tools and materials to make 4 different projects to take home with you. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an optional overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 26, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Outdoor Gourmet Gr 6-9 Fee: $ 505 |
Ever cooked in a box? Girls will love this outdoor cooking program! They will use a variety of campfire and outdoor cooking methods each day to create their mouthwatering delights! Come hungry! If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an optional overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, July 26, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Session 5 (July 31-Aug. 4)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 5 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470 |
Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
Creative Comics Gr 6-9 Fee: $505 |
Get your imagination ready to create! We will explore what it means to be an artist and how women of the comic world are making a name for themselves. Learn the behind-the-scenes process from finding inspiration to storyboarding and illustrating your first comic. You’ll come away from this crash course in art with excitement, knowledge, and your Comic Artist Badge. |
Session 6 (Aug. 7-11)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 6 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470 |
Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, August 9, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, August 9, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, August 9, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Baking Bonanza Gr 4-5 Fee: $505 |
Do you enjoy baking? Each day you will learn new baking techniques and bake something to enjoy. End the week with a baking challenge. Which team will win the Rick-a-Taste award? The best part is sampling your creations! If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, August 9, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Twisted Wires Gr 6-9 Fee: $505 |
STEAM combines science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to encourage students to find creative solutions to real-world problems. To complete these projects, campers will work collaboratively with their peers like actual scientists and engineers do when they create new designs. Your students will improve their critical thinking skills while learning about content as they work through each of these projects. If you are up for an extra adventure, you can pre-register for an overnight for girls entering Grades 3 to 9 on Wednesday, August 9, for an additional $50. See our website for more details about overnights. |
Session 7 (Aug. 14-18)
| Program | Description |
Lake Rickabear Summer Fun Session 7 Gr 1-9 Fee: $470 |
Join us for a jam-packed week of exciting activities! Cool off in the lake each day (weather permitting) during instructional and free swim periods. Learn crazy camp songs, play field games, and get creative at Busy Bee Arts & Crafts. Explore our wooded property with our Nature specialist and aim for a bullseye at Archery. If you are in Grade 2 or older, you can try your hand at archery. Strengthen your self-esteem and practice teamwork at the Low Ropes Challenge Course. If you’re in Grade 4 or higher, you can take a ride on the zip line too. Wednesday is Special Interest Day, a program where campers can pick their activity of choice. Other Lake Rickabear Summer Fun activities may include boating, playing GaGa ball (a form of dodgeball), building sandcastles, making S’mores, playing pickleball, slingshot, and more! Weekly theme activities make each session unique. Themes are announced on the first day of each session. End the week at Friday Fest, which will include a theme-based activity. Campers are grouped in units of 15-20 girls according to grade levels. New fun and friendships await you at camp this summer. |
Lake Rickabear Pony Pals Gr 1-3 Fee: $700 |
Giddy up! Hang out at the horse corral for 1 1/2 hours each day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday) learning horsemanship basics from trained professionals in a safe, non-threatening environment. This hands-on program will teach you about grooming, leading, and basic care of your pony. Mount up for basic riding in the ring (weather permitting). Spend the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
Lake Rickabear Horsemanship Gr 4-5 Fee: $720 |
Discover and foster your love for horses at Lake Rickabear’s corral this summer. Spend 2 fun-filled hours a day (weather permitting, Tuesday through Friday), at the corral grooming, tacking, barn management, and learning trail etiquette. Saddle up for a daily 20–30-minute riding session (weather permitting). Fill the remainder of each day participating in some of the Lake Rickabear Summer Fun session activities, including instructional and free swim periods (weather permitting). Monday is a regular Lake Rickabear Summer Fun day. |
All About You Gr 6-9 Fee: $505 |
Take care of yourself by eating healthy, exercising, unwinding and more! During this session you will have the opportunity to participate in Zumba, make your own spa treatments such as scrubs and bath salts, relax during yoga and enjoy fresh fruit smoothies. |
