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A World of Memories Begins at Meadowbrook Country Day Camp

Families Can Explore Summer 2027 at the September 26th Open House

Families thinking ahead to summer 2027 are invited to visit Meadowbrook Country Day Camp during an Open House on Saturday, September 26, from 12–4 p.m. at 73 East Valley Brook Road in Long Valley.

The Open House is by appointment only. Families can reserve a time by emailing mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com.

During their visit, prospective camp families will have an opportunity to meet members of Meadowbrook’s leadership team, learn about the camp’s programs and philosophy, and tour its expansive wooded campus.

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More Than a Summer Schedule

“There’s no substitute for coming to Meadowbrook, walking the grounds and seeing what makes the camp so special,” said owner Mason Goldberg. “We want families to get a real feel for the community their children can become part of.”

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Meadowbrook Country Day Camp is an American Camp Association-accredited day camp located on a 50-acre campus in Long Valley. The camp serves children ages 3–15 and offers programming designed to help campers build confidence, independence, friendships and lifelong memories.

At the heart of the Meadowbrook experience are three priorities: family, connection and safety.

Campers become part of a caring, supportive community where they can form meaningful friendships, try new things and develop greater confidence and independence. Meadowbrook also places a strong emphasis on creating an environment where every camper feels safe, supported and included.

The camp’s TIGER core values — Teamwork, Integrity, Generosity, Enthusiasm and Respect — are incorporated throughout the summer, encouraging campers and staff to carry those lessons with them both at camp and beyond.

A Summer Filled With Possibilities

No two days at Meadowbrook are exactly alike.

Campers can spend their summers swimming in heated pools, playing sports, boating, mountain biking, taking on ropes and challenge courses, creating art, cooking, dancing, exploring nature and participating in special events and themed activities.

The variety allows children to enjoy the activities they already love while also discovering new interests and challenging themselves in new ways.

Older campers can also participate in travel programs that combine time at Meadowbrook with off-site adventures and experiences.

And while the activities are a big part of camp, the friendships and memories children create along the way are often what stay with them the longest.

Convenience for Busy Families

Meadowbrook also offers features designed to make summer easier for parents.

The camp provides door-to-door bus transportation throughout many North Jersey communities, with routes serving areas throughout Morris, Essex, Union, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Middlesex and Somerset counties.

Before-care and after-care are also available, and lunch is served daily.

Another feature appreciated by Meadowbrook families is that staff tips are included in tuition, eliminating an additional end-of-summer expense.

A Place Kids Want to Come Back To

For Goldberg, whose own children have attended Meadowbrook, creating a successful camp experience goes far beyond filling a child’s day with activities.

The goal is to give campers a place where they feel known, supported and excited to return each morning.

Over the course of a summer, children have opportunities to become more independent, build confidence, develop friendships and experience the traditions and moments that make camp memorable.

Those experiences can become part of a child’s story long after the summer ends.

Plan Your Visit

Families interested in learning more about Summer 2027 can attend Meadowbrook Country Day Camp’s Open House on:

Saturday, September 26
12–4 p.m.
By appointment only

To RSVP, email mason@meadowbrookdaycamp.com.

Meadowbrook Country Day Camp
73 East Valley Brook Road
Long Valley, NJ 07853
MeadowbrookDayCamp.com

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