Appel Farm Combines Camping With The Arts

For 50 years, summers at Appel Farm have transformed the lives of thousands of young people.

Founders Albert and Clare Appel believed that every child has innate artistic talent that is waiting to be discovered and developed. As professional musicians and educators, their commitment to giving children the opportunity to grow as people, and as artists, was unwavering.

Today, Appel Farm is a welcoming and diverse community that builds artistic skills through excellent arts instruction in a non-competitive atmosphere.

Programs in music, theater, dance, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports and swim are led by skilled and mature artists/instructors. Location

Location

Appel Farm is located in rural southern New Jersey near the small town of Elmer. It’s a convenient drive from Philadelphia, Wilmington and many areas of southern New Jersey. Washington, D.C. and New York City are a 2.5 hour drive.

Reasons to Choose Appel Farm

Safe, non-competitive, accepting community of 225 campers

2, 4, 6, or 8-week sessions for campers age 9-17

3:1 camper/counselor ratio

Mature staff of professional artists and educators

Campers choose 4 areas of interest to study in-depth throughout their session.

Programs in music, theater, dance, visual arts, photography, video, recording arts, creative writing, sports, swim, and more

Core Values: safety, community, personal growth and fun are promoted through all activities.

Modern housing with bathrooms & showers

30 min. Southeast of Philadelphia, 2.5 hours from New York City and Washington D.C.

Scholarship program allows for a diverse camp community

Winner of 2008 Discover Jersey Arts Favorite Arts/Theater Camp

ACA Accredited

What parents and campers have to say about Appel Farm

“My son still hasn’t stopped telling me about all the great things he did at camp. It was the best thing I could have done for him.” –Jill, camp parent

“Appel Farm is my dream place. It is a place of love, kindness, and respect. This is a place where everyone is accepted.” –Siona, camper

“We always said that we wished we could bottle how happy our child is when she’s at Appel Farm and spread it throughout the year. It truly is the highlight of her entire year.” –Thomas, camp parent

2, 4 and 8-week camp sessions run June 27-August 20, 2010. Appel Farm offers both performing and visual arts programs for young people ages 9-17.

Call (800) 394-8478 or visit the website for details. Tours available in April and May. Contact Camp Directors Jennie Quinn and Cori North for further information.