CAMP JUNIOR…

in memory of  Lesandro “Junior” Guzman-Feliz, a 15 year-old victim of gang violence, is operated by The Fresh Air Fund in partnership with New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; Assembly Speaker Carl E. Heastie; the Office of the Bronx Borough President and the Palisades Interstate Park Commission. The camp is for boys and girls, ages 8-15, from the Bronx.

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Swimming, chess and culinary arts are my favorite activities. This is my first year at Camp Junior, and in the past, I was in the Friendly Towns program. I like how lively the camp is and how I meet so many people – it’s a great place to come to get out of the city and take a break. You meet new people, learn new things and get to try things you have never done before.

Elicia, 14, Camper

My favorite part of camp is learning to swim! I am super happy I came to camp this year. I want to come back next year, and someday I hope to become a CIT and counselor!

Kashmier, 12, Camper

As a CIT, I’m proud of the patience I’ve developed. I’ve learned to take a step back and understand everyone’s feelings. Good leaders know how to be there for campers. I hope everyone can have this experience – it’s nice to get time in nature to reset and meet new people. You become a family here – it makes you want to come back every year.

Maranely , 16, Counselor-in-Training

As a CIT, I have learned so many things, and being away from home, I have gained so much responsibility. The campers help make it such a great experience – the younger kids have a lot of energy and are very competitive. I love the opportunities that The Fresh Air Fund gives – a lot of kids in my neighborhood don’t get to have a job like this or be in a place like this. Same thing for the kids – I know this is a great opportunity for them to be at a place like this.

Angel, 16, Counselor-in-Training

Camp activities may include:

  • Hiking
  • Sports
  • Yoga
  • Swimming lessons
  • High Ropes Course
  • Outdoor adventure
  • Music, Art and Dance classes
  • Archery
  • Kayaking
  • Chess
  • Leadership & skill-building workshops
  • And much more!

Accommodations:

Campers live in rustic cabins which do have electricity. All bathrooms have indoor plumbing and electricity and are located a short walk from the cabins.