DEAN ADVENTURE CAMPS

Discover. Explore. Achieve. Navigate.

CREATED BY PARENTS, FOR PARENTS

DEAN Adventure Camps provides the ultimate summer camp experience for kids ages 4-15 in Lawrenceville, NJ, and Haverford, PA. 

As parents, we know how important it is to give our kids hands-on experiences that build character, teach important skills and create opportunities for fun and friendship. At DEAN, we design programs that let kids discover, explore, achieve, and navigate in an environment that is both nurturing and challenging. Whether in the kitchen, on the trails, or around the workbench, our programs encourage kids to develop real skills and build the social and emotional qualities they’ll rely on for years to come. Our programs also help create those summer moments that become cherished childhood memories!

Discover why DEAN Adventure Camps is the top choice for families in NJ and PA!

 

 

 


A message from our Co-Founders, John & Laura Kelly about the evolution of this unique specialty, hands-on learning day camp.

SEE WHAT A DAY AT DEAN IS LIKE

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Honing Skills through Hands-On Exploration

At DEAN, kids build practical skills through experiential, real-world projects—from woodworking or cooking to biking and skateboarding. Each activity is designed to spark curiosity and leave campers with new abilities that extend beyond camp.

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Fostering Traits that
Last a Lifetime

Every DEAN activity fosters character traits like resilience, grit, teamwork, and responsibility. Campers develop these qualities as they tackle challenges together, building respect, empathy, and a growth-oriented mindset.

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Having Fun with Friends

Classic Summer Fun with Friends

Summer at DEAN is all about friends, fun and classic childhood joy—filled with games, crafts, and outdoor exploration. We create an environment where kids can laugh, play, and form lifelong friendships, making every moment one to remember.

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Rates increase on March 1!
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OUR PROMISE
TO YOU

Our priority is your family’s happiness. As parents ourselves, we want for you what we would want for our own families: if you have an issue, we will fix it. No excuses, no matter what. Fix it, change it, refund it, give us a chance to make it right for you and your family. Your happiness is our happiness. Guaranteed.

DEI STATEMENT

At DEAN Adventure Camps, we're dedicated to fostering a kind and inclusive community where everyone feels valued and respected. Embracing diversity in all forms, we ensure that kindness is more than a value; it's a practice embedded in our camp culture.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is reflected in everything we do, from inclusive hiring practices to comprehensive staff training. Every member of our team, from leadership to counselors, is equipped to support and celebrate campers from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.

We continuously strive to create a space of belonging, honoring each individual’s unique identity and fostering a community where every voice is heard and celebrated.