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2 Jake Garzio Drive
Ewing, NJ 08628
Ewing, NJ 08628
Ewing Recreation Summer Activities Update
It’s almost March and not too early to begin planning for recreational activities for yourself and the kids this summer.
Registration is now open for summer camps and the Ewing Pool System. Register early and earn discounted registration fees.
Summer Camps
Mayor Bert Steinmann and the Ewing Recreation Department are pleased to offer 8 week-long summer camp programs to give kids an adventurous, active and healthy summer. Camp programs include our Summer Day Camp for children entering grades 1 – 6, our popular Teen Travel Camp for teens entering grades 7 – 9, and our Counselor in Training program for students entering grades 9 & 10.
Our programs offer kids the opportunity to make new friends, try new things and make summer memories. We strive to find fun activities and exciting locations for our trips so that our campers are busy all day, every day! Many of our campers are new each year, but many come back year after year. Some come with their friends while others come alone and make new friends during the camp season.
Summer Day Camp
Summer Day Camp is scheduled to start June 29th and run through August 21st. Summer Day Camp will be for grades entering 1 – 6th. Campers are grouped by grade.
The ESCC full outdoor camp facilities include an Amphitheatre, ball field, tennis courts, pool complex, snack bar, art shed, large playground, and more. All camp days held indoors due to inclement weather will be held at the Fisher Middle School. So, rain or shine there are always fun things to do! There is also on staff a Camp Nurse who works every day camp is open.
Dates
Summer Day Camp: June 29 - August 21, 2026
Days and Hours
Monday – Friday from 8:30 – 4:30 unless noted. Early drop off runs from 7:30am – 8:30am and late hours from 4:30pm - 6:00pm. (Additional fees apply).
Lunch provided free from Mercer Street Friends.
Fees
- Ewing Residents: $275/week
- Non-residents: $375/week
Teen Travel Camp
Our very popular Teen Travel Camp takes campers to a different destination each day of their week-long session. These include places like the beach, theme parks, and cultural centers in the Tri-State area. One day each week, teens remain at the ESCC for swimming and other activities or take a half day trip. Teen Travel Camp sessions begin the week of June 29th. Trip departure is from the ESCC. All trips are subject to change due to availability, weather, enrollment, etc. Campers can attend day camp for the week of Aug 17th. The staff consists of certified teachers, college graduates, and college-aged students who will help to supervise the teen campers. The registration fee includes all transportation, admissions and camp T-shirts.
Dates
June 29 - August 14, 2026
Days and Hours
Monday – Friday from 8:30 – 4:30 unless noted. Early drop off runs from 7:30am – 8:30am and late hours from 4:30pm - 6:00pm. (Additional fees apply).
Breakfast provided free from Mercer Street Friends.
Fees
- Ewing Residents: $375/week
- Non-residents: $475/week
Counselor in Training (CIT)
The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is for Ewing residents only, grades 9 & 10, and runs from weeks 1-9. A maximum of 10 participants are allowed. This program is for mature and responsible applicants and offers enrollees the opportunity to develop the leadership qualities necessary to be a Camp Counselor while offering on the job training. Performance evaluations are given regularly throughout the camp sessions and are referred to when the CIT applies for work the next year.
Dates
- June 29th – August 21st
Days and Hours
- 8:30 am – 4:30 pm daily
Fees
- $65
Camp Facilities
All camps are held at the Ewing Senior & Community Center (ESCC) 999 Lower Ferry Road. The ESCC full outdoor camp facilities include an Amphitheatre, ball field, tennis courts, pool complex, snack bar, art shed, large playground, and more. All camp days held indoors due to inclement weather will be held at the Fisher Middle School. So, rain or shine there are always fun things to do! There is also on staff a Camp Nurse who works every day camp is open.
Payment
Early payment by April 10 receives a 7% discount. See the registration form.
Ewing Pool System
Our community pool system offers two pools for seasonal members and daily patrons. The Hollowbrook Pool is located at 320 Hollowbrook Drive and is scheduled to open on weekend Sundays and Memorial Day beginning Sunday, May 24th. Operating hours are 12 pm – 8 pm. Saturdays can be rented for private events.
The Ewing Senior and Community Center Pool is located at 999 Lower Ferry Road and will open on weekends and Memorial Day beginning Saturday, May 23rd. Operating hours are 12 pm – 8 pm.
Both pools will open full-time starting on Monday, June 15th. Hours are 12 pm – 8 pm. Swim lessons will start with evaluations on Saturday, June 13th (space is limited). Senior Swim and Senior Water Aerobics will start on Monday, June 22nd.
Online registration for seasonal memberships, swim lessons and Senior Swim/Water Aerobics is required at CivicPlus.
Picnic Area Rentals
The picnic areas at Higgs Park (40-person limit), Watson Park (100-person limit), and Veterans Memorial Park (60 -person limit) will be available to rent in 2026. Initial rentals will be open to Ewing residents only. For more information and applications, see our Park and Pool Rentals page.
Reserve a picnic area for your event beginning Monday, March 2nd. (paper requests with ID)
Questions or need more info? Call 609-883-1776 or email Ted Forst at