New Castle Day Camps - The Right Choice!!!

Looking for a quality, affordable and convenient day camp to send your kids to this summer?  

Why not choose one of the New Castle Recreation & Parks Day Camp programs!

We offer an affordable day camp with all the fun of a private camp. Our goal is to host a safe, fun and affordable day camp for the residents of New Castle. Our staff are courteous, professional and always looking out for the well being of the campers. We have a wide-ranging camp program that values individuality, promotes self esteem and exposes your child to a variety of skills, games and activities.

The camp program includes: swimming, arts and crafts, sports, exciting field trips, special events, drama, reading, and much more.

Click on the link below for a brief overview of our camp programs in our 2013 Camp Information Packet.

2013 Day Camp Program - Information Packet

Registration Information:

The following two (2) camp forms are required in order to enroll your child for camp.  Forms must be completed in full...no partial paperwork will be accepted.  Click on the links below to access the forms.

• New Castle Rec & Parks Summer Day Camp Registration Form - 2013
  Please note: this form is "interactive" and offers you the option to complete it on your computer, then print out and submit to the Recreation & Parks Department.  A separate form is required for each camper registration.
  
• New Castle Rec & Parks Summer Day Camp Medical Form - 2013
  This form is required to be completed for all campers.  The form requires all current immunization dates, parent/guardian contact information and other important information required by our department and the Westchester County Department of Health.  This form needs to be fully completed by the parent/guardian, and can not be completed by department staff.  This form does NOT require a signature from the child's doctor.
  
  

Camp registration has begun, and all forms should be submitted directly to the Recreation Office located in Town Hall at 200 South Greeley Ave., Chappaqua.  Forms and payment may be submitted by mail, in person or left in our department drop box located outside office.

The above forms are also available at the Recreation Office during office hours and directly outside the office after hours, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

New Castle Recreation, in cooperation with CCSD, offers camp programs in Chappaqua Schools. All camps are licensed by the Department of Health and adhere to all regulations set by the County and State Health Departments.

Need camp transportation? 

Chappaqua Transportation provides the opportunity for bus service to and from camp.  This arrangement is set up directly with Chappaqua Transportation and requires the completion of the "New Castle Recreation Summer Camp Transportation Request" form, click here, and payment submitted directly to Chappaqua Transportation.

Camp questions???

Please call the Recreation Department at 238-3909

Please note:

• We are continously updating our camp information, so don't forget to check back as we move closer to the summer.

• All camp e-mail accounts are currently active and being reviewed by camp directors.  Feel free to e-mail your questions to the appropriate camp e-mail address.  Directors will respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.
  
  

Tots Camp Information: 

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Phone - 914-447-4191 (only during camp season)

• Tots Camp Meet and Greet: Monday, June 24th, 6:30 pm at Westorchard Elementary School.
  
• Camp Dates - Tuesday, June 25 - Friday, August 2nd (No camp July 4th/5th)     
• Camp Location - Westorchard Elementary School
• Camp Times - 9:00am - 12:00pm Half Day or 9:00am - 3:00pm Full Day (Full Day option for ages 4 & 5 yr. olds only)
• Tots Camp Facts 2013 - Tots Camp Facts 2013
• Tots Camp Parent Letter 2013 - Parent Letter 2013
  
• Tots Camp Special Events Calendar 2013 - Special Events Calendar 2013* (Subject to change)
• What does my child need for camp? -  Helpful Tips for Parents - 2013
• Drop off and Pick up Procedures - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Does your child need medication at camp? - Medication Permission Form
• Tots Camp Daily Schedule - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Camp Pictures Form - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Want a camp video? - Will be posted prior to the start of camp

       Camp Adventure Information: 

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Phone: 914-438-6112 (only during camp season)  

• Camp Adventure Meet and Greet - Monday June 24th, 6:30 pm at Bell Middle School.
  
• Camp Dates - Tuesday, June 25 - August 2nd (No camp July 4th/5th)     
• Camp Location - Bell Middle School
• Camp Times:  8:30 am - 3:00 pm (extended care available for an additional fee until 5:30 pm)
• Camp Adventure Facts 2013 - Camp Adventure Facts 2013
• Camp Adventure Parent Handbook - Camp Adventure Parent Handbook 2013
  
• Camp Adventure FAQ Sheet 2013 - Camp Adventure FAQ Sheet 2013
• Camp Adventure Special Events Calendar - Camp Adventure Special Events Calendar 2013
• What should my camper wear the first day? - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Drop off and Pick-up Procedures -  Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Does your child need medication at camp? - CampMedpermission.pdf
• Swim Permission Form (required for all campers) - Swim Permission Form
• Camp Pictures Form - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Want a camp video? - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• The week at camp - your upcoming camp info - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Group Swim Schedules - Will be posted prior to the start of camp

     On-the-Go Camp Information:

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        Phone - 914-438-6114 (only during camp season)

• On the Go Parent Orientation - Monday, June 24th, 6:30 pm at Bell Middle School.
• Camp Dates - Tuesday, June 25 - Friday, August 2nd (No camp July 4th/5th)     
• Camp Location - Bell Middle School
• Camp Times:  8:30 am - 3:00 pm (some times vary due to trip times and locations)
• On the Go Fact Sheet - On the Go Facts 2013
• OTG Parent/Camper Handbook - On the Go Parent/Camper Handbook 2013
• On the Go Calendar - On the Go Calendar 2013
  
• Drop off and Pick-up Procedures - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Does your child need medication at camp? - CampMedpermission.pdf
• Swim Permission Slip (required for all campers) - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Brownstone Park (trip destination) Waiver - Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• Want a camp video? -Will be posted prior to the start of camp
• This week at camp - your source for all upcoming event/trip info - Will be posted prior to the start of camp

CAMP STAFF - 2013

• New Staff: Interested candidates need to read through and complete the "Camp Employment Information & Application" packet, and then submit it to the Recreation & Parks Department Office. 

*We are no longer accepting applications for new camp staff.

CIT INFORMATION - 2013

      CIT Application - CIT_Application_2013.pdf

      •  All applicants must be entering 9th or 10th grade in the fall of 2013   
      •  Limited to 60 CIT's (combined between Tots Camp and Camp Adventure)

       CIT Orientation Schedule

• Tots Camp - Monday, June 24th, 4:00pm-9:00pm @ Westorchard
• Camp Adventure - Monday, June 24th, 4:00pm - 9:00pm @ Bell Middle School