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You guys are unbelievable! This is not just a day camp, it’s an EXPERIENCE. I highly recommend this camp to any parent that wants a quality camp experience. My favorite things: Liberty Lake exposes kids to experiences and activities that they wouldn’t ordinarily get elsewhere, in a safe environment; they get plenty of exercise and fresh air EVERY DAY; your child can develop a true love for swimming (my son used to be afraid) by given the swimming twice a day; and I love looking at the pictures on the internet and sharing them with relatives and friends. This camp is just unreal! From the parachute/skydiver to the fish in the lake, to the rock climbing wall, my son has been so happy. Thank you for this fabulous experience…it was well worth my money!

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Thank you for running the best camp we have ever seen. Your staff went above and beyond the ordinary to make our son and daughter feel welcome – and us, too! There was never a question that went unanswered or a concern that went without understanding and reassurance. Our kids learned social skills, sportsmanship, teamwork, patience and trust. From the division leaders to the group leaders and counselors, the instructors to the caterers, everyone was loving, patient and enthusiastic.

 

Mostly we want to thank you for providing an atmosphere where our kids felt safe and happy and free to be themselves. We are all looking forward to next summer. In the meanwhile, we will be spreading the word to everyone we know. There’s only one thing that would make next year better … Parents Week. Rock climbing, water trampoline – SPA! – Please? Please?

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Annie – I’m a big musical theater person and as soon as I found out the kids were doing Annie, I got out my CD and played it for Jack. He enjoyed their performance and we still listen to the CD and watch Annie on video. It’s definitely been an Annie summer as we are all still walking around singing “It’s a Hard Knock Life”! Jack will ask “where are the Liberty Lake Orphans now?” and say that he’s a “Liberty Lake Orphan.”

 

Cooking - Jack loved this activity. Kids take such great pleasure in making food. It makes them feel grown up doing things mom and dad do. I’d add more cooking for the cubs and even first graders next year.

 

Website - Jack isn’t good about giving us details about his day so when we went to the website photos area we got such a great feel for what was going on at the camp. Ed and I especially loved the “Ice Cream Bandit” (which I think went right over Jack’s head).

 

We know Jack had a wonderful time at camp because every day he’d come off the bus with a huge smile and then he would find a clipboard and a whistle and pretend to be a counselor. He also constantly wanted to go into the basement and play with our microphone/amp and guitar and sing “Liberty Lake”. You must get the song down on sheet music so that musical parents can play it at home.

 

Ed and I joke that Liberty Lake has set a bad precedent right before Kindergarten. He had so much fun boating, swimming and playing mini-golf all day in the fresh air, Kindergarten is going to pale in comparison! Thanks for providing Jack with an extremely fun and safe summer. 

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I want to express our appreciation for a summer camp experience that is second to none! Our daughter Katelyn was in the Junior Camp, Monmouth group this past summer and had an awesome experience!!

 

Katie had attended camp before at other “outdoor camps” and her experience at Liberty Lake was far superior. She wants to return next year and we will be sending her! The fact that she could choose her electives was definitely a plus; she really liked being in control of what activities she participated in each week. As far as keeping us informed- the Liberty News and Liberty Lake Photo Album accomplished that! At work, I often took a break just to visit the website and see what was going on!

 

It is difficult working full-time and knowing that your child needs to be cared for by someone other than family. It is sooo important for a parent to feel that their child will be happy, healthy, safe, and well cared for. Also, to have a feeling of trust and confidence that your child will be OK is very important. Liberty Lake helped my husband and I feel this way.

 

The facilities, the trips, the food, the lake, and most importantly the staff at Liberty Lake are outstanding! This summer Latoya, Kaitlyn, Shari, Steve, and Chantal were routine dinner conversation at our house. They were all outstanding staff members that our daughter praised. Being able to call from time to time or email you Andy & Jill, was also supportive and helpful! What other camp has a director answer the phone in the morning??? I know you weren’t always in the office………..Katie often mentioned that you were doing this and that during activities.

 

All of your original, creative ideas for activities were outstanding! Katie’s favorites were: the color war, water slides, sand castles, the staff beauty pageant, the HuckaPoo concert, the ugly shorts contest, and the chocolate pudding tug of war. All we can say is THANK YOU!!!! This summer was THE BEST experience we could have dreamed of! Can’t wait to come back next year!

 

From Campers

 

 I know for the next two days I’m going to think about how much I’m going to miss you all! You all helped me fit right in thank you so much! I know that after those two days pass I will keep a Big Place in my heart!!!!! The past two weeks gone pass so fast but it was all fun!!!! Ashley and Michelle showed me friendship! Kelly and Maya showed me fun!!!! Miranda and Linda showed me where stuff was!!!! And everyone I missed was everything!!!!!!!! Pooja showed me everything you can think of!!!! Anna showed me everything you can think of too!!!!! I will miss you!!!!!!!

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I want to thank you and my sponsor for letting me come to Liberty Lakes Day Camp. I had the best time of my life. My favorite activity was ---- golf and hockey. The color war was awesome! I was one the red Jedi’s team and our team won! I also had my hair red. I’ll always remember the fun I had this summer.

 

 

From Team Members

 

 I want to thank you for an awesome summer. My first job will always be remembered as a really great one. I enjoyed every day at Liberty Lake. Over the course of my summer, I made so many great relationships with the kids (many wanted to know if I was going to be there next year, which I am not even sure of yet!). I learned so many things about kids and I enjoyed myself. Working with so many different ages and kids brought me new clarity of the ages and types of children I plan on working with for the rest of my life. Everything that you do at the Lake is so different than the camp that I went to when I was little, and to tell you the truth…more fun. Maybe it was the fact that I went to an all girl’s camp, but it seemed to be more than that. Everybody that came to Liberty Lake had the best time. Even though it made summer fly. Keep up the amazing camp you run.

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I just wanted to let you know how greatly thankful I am for getting the opportunity to work at such a wonderful camp. This past summer gave me memories that will last a lifetime and I have you to thank for that. Thank you!  ...At my interview, I was told that at Liberty Lake I could make a difference in a kid's life. I really didn't dwell too much on these words until something happened at camp that I did not expect. I fell in love with the children.  Liberty Lake is a really great camp and honestly, I know that I couldn't have picked a better summer job. So, if you would like me to come back next summer, most certainly will. While working at Liberty Lake, I discovered more about myself then I could have anywhere else. Liberty Lake is like a second home to me. Thanks again.

 

 * If you would like to speak with a personal reference, just let us know and we will be happy to put you in touch with a Liberty Lake family from your neighborhood with children in the same age range.

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GPS US!

Liberty Lake Day Camp

1195 Florence-Columbus Road

Bordentown, NJ 08505

Directions via Google Maps

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From Route 295 North & South

■ Take exit 52A onto Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East)

■ Travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light)

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From Allentown (NJ)

■ Take Rt. 524 West to Rt. 130 South.

■ OR Take Old York Road to Church Street, then make a right turn onto Ward Avenue and follow Rt. 130 (and 206) South.

■ Stay on Rt. 130 (bear to the right) and take Rt. 295 South for 3 miles.

■ Take exit 52A onto Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

■  Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway. 

From 206 North

■ Take Rt. 206 North past the Columbus Market.

■ Just after the Market, veer right into the town of Columbus.

■ Make a left turn at the light, onto Florence-Columbus Road.

■ Travel approximately 2.25 miles and Liberty Lake is located on the right (almost immediately after the bend).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn right onto our long driveway.

From Burlington

■ Take Rt. 295 North and get off at exit 52A onto Florence-Columbus Road (Rt.543 East).

■ OR Take Columbus Road north until the end and make a right at the light onto Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From Howell/Jackson

■ Take Rt. 195 to Exit 16.

■ Take 537 West past Six Flags and through Plumstead.

■ Make a right turn onto Rt. 68 North.

■ Make your first left turn onto Mount Pleasant Road.

■ Mount Pleasant Road will turn into Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543).

■ Travel through the town of Columbus (across 206), Liberty Lake is located on the right (almost immediately after the bend).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn right onto our long driveway.

■ Alternatively, you can also choose to take Rt. 195 to Rt. 295 South. Get off at exit 52A toward Columbus. After getting off Rt. 295, travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

From Plumstead/New Egypt

■ Take Rt. 537 West into Burlington County.

■ Make a right turn onto Rt. 68 North.

■ Make your first left turn onto Mount Pleasant Road.

■ Mount Pleasant Road will turn into Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543).

■ Travel through the town of Columbus (across Rt. 206), Liberty Lake is located on the right (almost immediately after the bend).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn right onto our long driveway.

From Mercer County

■ Get on Rt. 295 South, either at Rt. 1 or Sloan Avenue.

■ Take exit 52A towards Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From Florence-Roebling

■ Take Delaware Avenue (Rt. 656) to Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Travel 1/2 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light at Columbus Road).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From Bordentown

■ Take Rt. 130 South through Bordentown.

■ When Rt. 206 and Rt. 130 split, bear right to stay on Rt. 130.

■ Entrance to Rt. 295 comes up immediately. Get onto Rt. 295 South.

■ Take exit 52A towards Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From Pennsylvania Turnpike

■ Cross Turnpike Bridge into New Jersey (turns into NJ Turnpike).

■ Take first exit after bridge-Florence/Rt. 130.

■ Turn right onto Rt. 130 North, go the first traffic light and make a right onto Florence-Columbus Road.

■ Travel approximately 3 miles and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light at Columbus Road).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

From North Jersey-New York

■ Take the New Jersey Turnpike to Exit 7.

■ Take Rt. 206 South.

■ Get on Rt. 295 South and travel 3 miles.

■ Take exit 52A towards Florence-Columbus Road (Rt. 543 East).

■ Travel 1/4 mile and Liberty Lake is located on the left (about 1/10 of a mile after the traffic light).

■ Camp is not visible from the road, but look for the Liberty Lake sign and turn left onto our long driveway.

 CALL TO SCHEDULE A TOUR TODAY ~ 609.499.7820

Andy Pritikin - (Owner, Director, Day Camp Founder) Andy is the Professional Development Oversight Chair of the American Camp Association, serves on the NY/NJ Board of Directors, and was Chairman of the Tri-State Camp Conference for Youth Development, the largest annual gathering of Camp professionals in the world.  For the past 15 years, Andy has been on numerous ACA committees and has facilitated workshops at both regional and national conferences. Andy is the Founder and President of the New Jersey Camps Government Affairs Project, an organization created to protect the interests of all New Jersey Camps. At the local level, Andy is a Board Member of the Northern Burlington Regional Chamber of Commerce and is active with the Crafts Creek/Spring Hill Brook Watershed Association.

Prior to starting Liberty Lake Day Camp, Andy worked for 10 years with two of the most successful day Camp and resident Camp organizations in the country. During the Camp off-season, Andy is busy hiring Team Members, managing the facility, writing and publishing articles on Camping and working with his ACA colleagues in furthering the Camp profession in the world of youth development.  Andy is an active supporter of Morry's Camp and SCOPE, two wonderful non-profit organizations which raise money to send inner-city youths to Camp each summer. Andy also recently started the Liberty Lake Foundation to do the same for local area children.  In the past few years, Andy has been the recipient of numerous awards from ACA-NJ, ACA-NY, and ACA-National.

With a Bachelor's Degree in Music and an Masters in Education, Andy began his professional career as a tenured Instrumental Music Teacher in the Wall Township and South Orange/Maplewood school districts. At the same time, Andy was a member of a successful rock band, performing hundreds of shows on stage, radio and national TV, as well as with a critically acclaimed NYC Jazz Group.  Andy loves playing basketball, playing music, and playing with the Liberty Lake Campers and Team!

Jill Pritikin - (Owner/Director) A former CPA with years of experience as a Human Resources Coordinator, Jill serves as a steady conduit of information and understanding for our Liberty Lake Camp Families, taking an interest in each family's unique set of circumstances and needs during the summer season. Jill is a strong advocate of healthy living through natural foods and exercise. Andy and Jill have two children who attend Liberty Lake and they are always quick to point out anything that needs their attention!

Joseph Craig  - (Administrative Director) Joe’s experience is vast and varied.  After working his way up the ladder as a Sales Coordinator at TastyKake, he partnered up with his wife Cheryl in a Fabric Representative Company, and continues to work as an area Realtor.  Joe has worked at Liberty Lake since 2005, starting originally as the Transportation Coordinator. As the Administrative Director, Joe is at the center of parent communications and customer service. Registrations, inquiries, database management and most financial questions come through Joe's Inbox from our Liberty Lake families all year round. Joe has six children and two granddaughters, sat on the Mansfield Township Board of Education, and volunteers for charities and public events whenever he can.

Brandi Carnivale-Anderson - (Director) The longest employee of "the Lake," Brandi is the personification of Camp.  Her engaging personality, positive attitude, leadership skills and dedication are legendary.  Brandi makes a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of campers and teammates each summer just by being herself.  Having held most every position at Liberty Lake, Brandi is currently Program Director- overseeing the "Freedom of Choice" Elective Program, our amazing daily "Spirit Events Calendar," and the CIT/LIT Leadership Programs.  She also helps make the Liberty Lake Foundation an important part of our local community.  Brandi met her husband while working at Liberty Lake, and were just married in September 2011... at Liberty Lake, of course!

Ellyn Kellerman-  (Special Projects Director) A former CPA and College Professor, Ellyn is also a lifelong Camp Person, having attended and worked Camps her entire life. After leading Teen Tours and directing a non-for profit Camp, Ellyn has become a valuable administrator at Liberty Lake. Ellyn oversees our successful Special Needs Program, collaborates with local schools and charity organizations, and helps craft many of the policies and systems that make Liberty Lake flow smoothly in the summer. Ellyn, her husband and their three adorable children reside in Moorestown.

Summer Leadership Team

Kevin Amey -  Senior Division Leader Kevin is a history teacher
at Howell Township Middle School North, enjoys coaching and refereeing Soccer, and spends as much time with his four children as he can. A kid at heart, Kevin's unique and dynamic personality adds a lot of flavor and excitement to the Leadership Team. As a former Camp Director himself, Kevin has a wealth of knowledge and experience, and helps make our unique Senior Camp Program efficient and FUN!  

Terance Auleta - In the past eight summers, Terance has risen through the ranks from Group Leader to Co-Division Leader of the Junior Division (entering 5th/6th grade). Terance's even-keeled persona and high standards have made a tremendous impact on Liberty Lake, and the campers and team members he's worked with over the years. Terance is a hard-working, problem-solving task-master who goes to great lengths to keep the Junior Division running smoothly.

Kathy Breen - Kathy has worked alongside her Camp partner Terance in the Junior Division for the last four summers. Her extensive skill set and experience make her an excellent Division Leader and an invaluable member of the LLDC Leadership Team. Kathy's work ethic and dedication, as well as her positive outlook and creativity, have greatly contributed to the success of the campers and team members in our Junior Division. Kathy has three children (one of which works at Liberty Lake himself!) and is a science teacher at Reynolds Middle School in Hamilton Township during the school year.

Justin Brown - In his 9th year as a Liberty Lake Team Member, Justin began working at Liberty Lake at the young age of 16. He has been a Junior Counselor, Group Leader, Division Leader and is now the Coordinator of our very successful CIT & LIT Teen Programs. Working with middle school age campers every summer and in graduate school at The College of New Jersey to become a school counselor, Justin has a wide range of experiences with teens.  After working with the CITs in 2009, Justin helped create the LIT Program in 2010, and is now the "Leadership Division Leader." He oversees more than one hundred 14 and 15 year olds in their pursuit to become Liberty Lake team members, successful leaders, and adults that contribute to society.

 Tracy Calabria - Tracy, our Elective Scheduling Coordinator, oversees the complex "Freedom of Choice" Elective Program during the summer months. Tracy is responsible for coordinating the scheduling of 60+ electives for all of our Campers and Team members each and every week of the summer. As you might imagine, this is quite the undertaking! With her patience, work ethic and positive demeanor, Tracy does an incredible job in meeting the challenges of her position. An East Windsor elementary school teacher in the off-season and mother of two young children, both of whom attend Liberty Lake themselves, we are most lucky to have Tracy on our Team! 

Casey Durr -  Our "Turtles" (pre-school) Division Leader is a dynamic second grade teacher in the North Hanover School District. She also has a master's degree in educational leadership and is a certified reading specialist. Casey is an inspirational leader and communicator, as well as a detail-oriented perfectionist. We are elated to have Casey with our littlest campers!

Alison Emery - For the past seven summers, Alison has worked as our Health Director, Head Nurse and Allergy Specialist.  Alison sees dozens of campers each day- mostly for ice packs and band aids. but she's always ready for emergencies as well.  Alison's nurturing way makes every camper feel safe when they enter and happy when they leave our Health Center. A mother of three Liberty Lakers and a school nurse in Florence Township Schools, Alison is perhaps the most passionate NY sports fan in South Jersey.

Cathi Fischer -  Cathi works side by side with our directors and division leaders to help campers, families, and team members work through and grow from challenging situations. Cathi has more than two decades of experience working with youth, families and camping organizations across the northeast. Her services have been sought out by camps coping with crisis situations, and she leads workshops each year that prepare camping industry team members working in three states to support children and families.  Cathi is a certified Family Therapist, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and is an exceptional resource for our LLDC families.

Sandy Schaefer - Sandy, our Transportation Coordinator, works for the Mount Laurel School District transportation department during the school year and is 100% dedicated to the Liberty Lake bus runs during the summer. Sandy helps create the bus routes, works as the liaison between the bus company and our families, and helps create the "Fun on the Bus" Program.  

Rafe Vecere - We are very fortunate to have a tremendous resource for both our Team and Camp families in Rafe. He plays a particularly important role in developing and implementing our CIT and LIT Teen Programs. He also provides extra support to Liberty Lake team members, campers and families. Rafe holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, has a masters degree in educational leadership and is a licensed marriage and family therapist. After years as a school counselor, Rafe currently is the Student Assistance Coordinator for the Burlington Township School District. Rafe has a wide range of experience and expertise in the counseling field, especially with children with special needs. Rafe's foremost specialty is in the field of psychotherapy with boys & men. He facilitates an annual Young Men's Conference for the Burlington Township School District, and this year Rafe is hosting it at Liberty Lake!

The Best and the Brightest! -  Every group is led by a "Group Leader" (older college students or young teachers), and assisted by one or more "Counselors" (entering 11th or 12th graders). Activity areas are led by "Specialists" (mostly teachers).  Turtle groups average 10-12 campers, the rest of the Camp averages 15 campers per group.

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