Very well organized and run. They follow covid protocol like a science. Teachers and other staff…read moreare sensational.

Went to summer camp here when I was younger and I loved it. I still have many memories and is where…read moreI learned to swim good. Also back then real dodgeball was a thing and it was the best. They do arts and crafts too, canoes, many many activities. Great place. No idea how much my parents paid but hopefully someday I can afford to send my own kids here. I remember it being expensive but idk the numbers

After 2 toxic farms in 18 months , we were concerned. Judy welcomed us with open arms. (We waited…read morefor the next shoe to drop.) The professional conduct is second to none. Our horse is top shelf. And he is treated as such. The other farms he was treated like a concentration camp. Our horse is treated like a Champion. The board fees are very reasonable and fair. We are satisfied beyond measure.

My genuine thanks and love go out to Judy & Shelly. It has…read morebeen two years since I started my animal communication work. I didn't know where to start. I knew I wanted to work with all kinds of animals, but horses held a special place in my heart. As a result of Judy & Shelly's generosity, I had the opportunity to work side by side with their horses. At first, they weren't sure what to expect, and I was ill-advised to explain the process. I have worked with many humans but never animals. A chance was taken with me, and amazing things happened. Through our work, I learned how to communicate with horses and help heal their past dramas, and Judy & Shelly's horses were able to get the help they needed. Morning Star farm is a special place. I have been to many horse farms since and I have never seen two humans care and love for their animals as much as Judy and Shelly do. They are true heroes, who have saved countless animals and their work with neurodivergent children & adults has left me speechless. The love they have for their animals and clients is endless and that is a special gift to have! Thank you, Judy & Shelly, for being my teachers of all things horses and giving back to this world in a way most people can't even imagine.

Just toured the YMCA of Greater Sussex County in Hamburg, NJ--what a beautiful facility! Very…read moreimpressed and definitely planning to join! The ladies at the front desk were phenomenal I believe it was Michelle who helped me with the tour and she was just perfect.

giving it 2 stars because the staff is very very friendly. other than that the y is very…read moreoverpopulated! you can barely workout. theres barely any space in free-weight area. the machine equipment is always taken (especially abduction/adduction machine) only way i can closely get a good work out in is if i can make gym at 5am other than that anytime after 6-7am forget it!!! its always busy not enough space tbh they are just accepting memberships and not caring at this point! only reason i go here is bc i live close, so its convenient!

I have two sons, currently 4 1/2 and 3 years old. I love them with all my heart and I only want…read morethe best for them. I truly believe that sending them to Camp Auxilium was one of the best decisions I have made for them. My 4 1/2 is already reading. Even my 3 year old reads a bit too. My oldest will be extremely prepared academically and socially for Kindergarten. I love the fact that the my sons' teachers always keep me informed of the activities and assessments of my kids. They have been going there since they were 2 1/2 years old. It is also very nice that the school have activities that include/invite the parents so I can witness my sons at their element/as they are learning. I am always at ease and know my kids are not only learning so much but are also in a safe fun and loved environment. My sons are always very happy and excited to go to school. I also love the location the school is in. The school is surrounded by nature and the grounds are just wonderful. They have swimming pools, big grounds to play in, the classrooms and the restrooms are tailored for their growing bodies. When I was searching for preschools, I saw a preschool that was just a building and an outside yard. As for my sons attitudes and behavior, they are compassionate, kind and respectful. My sons spend 5 days a week at Camp Auxilium and I believe school and their environment play a big part in forming my sons traits. I know this is a whole lot of gushing but that's because I really love Camp Auxilium and what they have done for my sons. My oldest will be going to Kindergarten this fall. I am very sad that he will be leaving this wonderful school. But if I can spread the word about this great school I'll do my best. Children are the future and I definitely want to have as much educated, kind, compassionate kids out there for my sons to interact with.

From the owner: Celebrating over 55 years serving the needs of famlies in Sussex County and the surrounding areas…read more Camp Auxilium is conducted by the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco. Camp Auxilium and the Salesian Sisters continue their mission to serve local youth thru the summer camp. They are assisted by Red-Cross certified lifeguards, counselors and activity specialists, offering varied land and water activities to all the campers. Located in beautiful, rural Sussex County, New Jersey, Camp Auxilium provides opportunities for fun and discovery where campers learn and grow to become the best persons they can be! Encouraged to participate in new activities through a varied activity schedule and calendar of events; each day includes a refreshing swim, meals, and engaging recreational and patriotic activities. Splash into summer at Camp Auxilium and create memories that will last a lifetime!

My son has been enrolled since September, and has come a long way with his swimming!! He absolutely…read moreloves it. He has had two instructors, Miss Meghan and Miss Kerri, both were excellent. ( Changed only bc of a change in schedules). Pros- great instructors, variety of times available, they let you reschedule a class if missed bc of sickness, very clean, good area for parents/sibling to wait/view lessons. Cons- sometimes up to 3 kids to one instructor and some kids need a little more help than others, so there is sometimes alot of down time during 30 minute lesson- sometimes- depends! Overall though, it is a great place and cost reasonable. They also have "parent night out" events (at an additional charge), which I hear the kids love. We have never used that service.

NJSwim is a business first and foremost, and inherently act as child's gatekeeper to swimming…read moreability. Their number one goal is to make as much profit as possible with a business strategy of stretching your child's swim education experience out for as long as possible. For $140 for four 30 minute sessions, our daughter received about 28 1-2 minute laps around the pool during a shared session. So each 1-2 minute lap was $5 each. There is more sitting time than swimming time. The description of the course in which she was enrolled in on paper did align with her current swimming ability, however the course we decided to enroll her in based off their recommendation was a complete waste of our time and money. It consisted mainly of gently dipping her head in the water, floating on her back, and getting pulled around in the pool. She is at the point where she could learn how to paddle, but this wasn't even covered and you need to play a guessing game when selecting the course that covers that technique- NJSwim thrives off you selecting 2-3 courses lower than your child's ability based off THEIR descriptions. They may as well of have a weekly $140 donation box. NJSwim gets 2 stars because the personnel appeared to have safe practices, but we will not be returning and definitely not recommending this place to anyone. Save your money and go with private lessons.

We came here for a family weekend over Labor Day and had such a wonderful time! I didn't know what…read moreto expect, but the experience exceeded my expectations. There were so many activities to choose from--big swing, pontoon boat ride, sailing, kayaking, the giant lake slide, tie-dye, archery, axe throwing, rifle and BB shooting, climbing, candle making, and more. Most of the counselors were fantastic--great with kids and clearly passionate about what they do. The cabins are very basic, so be sure to bring your own chairs, sheets, and pillows, but the temperature controls made it comfortable. The meals had a nice variety and were surprisingly good for camp food. The last night's campfire, complete with a talent show and s'mores, was such a special way to end the weekend. While not all families were particularly social, the ones we connected with were great. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would definitely come back again!

Interesting location for a blood drive. So can't really assess the "camp" itself. With that said,…read morebeautiful location in the wilds of Sussex County, NJ, gorgeous lake, large meeting room with fireplace. very relaxing environment to donate blood.

We had an amazing time here for family camp Memorial Day weekend 2021. Despite the awful weather -…read morewe were still able to do so many activities. The accommodations were very comfortable and the food was great. Lots of choices at every meal. Staff was so friendly. We'll be back!

This is the most fun I have ever had camping with my kids. There are so many activities you can…read morehardly get to all of them. The staff is so friendly, the cabins are rustic but comfortable enough. The food is camp food. Bleh. But it is all part of the experience. We are on our fifth year here and can not wait for a sixth.

We are on vacation staying in Bushkill. We were looking for things to do since there was no snow on…read more the ground. We found this place on google and gave it a shot. The people in the community center were so nice and helpful. We hiked the Fossil Trail Tuesday and loved it so much, we returned to hike Scenic Gorge Friday. We would have done the more intense trails if our 12-year old wasn't with us. We will definitely return! Don't forget to leave a donation as this is a non-profit organization.

If you are in the area and want to hike a trail or two then you should visit here. The folks at…read morethe welcome center were friendly and welcoming. There are trail maps available to take along with you that include numbered "stations" giving interesting facts as you hike. The trails are very well marked. The office is also a kind of nature center with exhibits of nearby features and animals. There is even a "bookstore" where you can buy books for a dollar or two (not necessarily about nature etc.) because most folks in the area are tourists. Visit here and have fun and even learn some things.

This was my kid's first summer camp. He liked the activities like swimming. They also took care…read moreknowing he was car sick in the beginning and suggested he not eat breakfast but snack on cheerios in the bus to camp.

Deerkill is by far the best day camp in the Rockland County area. My kids both learned to swim…read morethere at a very early age and I now have the confidence when we are at the beach or a pool to let them enjoy the water without fear. The staff (from counselors to instructors) is also fantastic and a group of very experienced professionals. The directors are always developing new programs and bringing in the latest activities for campers of all ages. One of the newest additions to the camp is the climbing wall and zip line. My kids could not get enough of them. My kids are also huge fans of animals and the fact that Deerkill has a pony, and a couple of friendly alpacas is a great plus. Overall, I would recommend Deerkill to anyone that would like to provide their kids with the opportunity to have summers they will never forget making life long friends along the way. Thanks Deerkill, the kids can't wait to be back again this summer!!!