Next Steps

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Our Outdoor Camp Blog

Stories and resources from a nature-based summer day camp serving New York and New Jersey families

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Questions with a Staff Member

January 23, 2026

20 Questions with a Summer Camp Counselor: Kate

Favorite Day Camp Memories Kate grew up as a camper at The Nature Place and is now a counselor. ...

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Thoughts from the Trail

January 23, 2026

Benefits of Summer Camp Through a Father’s Eyes

I’m the Camp Director AND a Camp Dad: Here’s Why I Trust The Nature Place with My ...

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Thoughts from the Trail

January 23, 2026

Still Hunting – Connecting with Nature Out on the Trails

The History and How-To of Our Beloved Outdoor Ritual -By Scott Dunn Still hunting is a ...

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January 21, 2026

Riding the Bus from Hoboken: Ep. 6 – with Moss

A Chat About Riding the Bus from Hoboken to Camp Daily Rituals & Time to Relax Listen on ...

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Questions with a Staff Member

October 22, 2025

20 Questions with a Summer Camp Counselor: Ariel

Favorite Memories and Advice From a Head Counselor Ariel has been with The Nature Place for 12 ...

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October 1, 2025

The Nature Place Podcast: Summer Camp Recaps

Jason’s weekly live interviews from summer camp 2025 with Nature Place staff members! Relive ...

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Events, Stories & Tales, Who We Are

The Sweet Magic of Maple Sugaring

-By Jason Samuel Every year, as winter begins to loosen its grip and the days noticeably lengthen, ...

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October 31, 2024

The History of Swimming at The Pond

How The Nature Place’s Beloved Swimming Hole has Transformed from Pond to Pool to ‘The ...