Montclair Feather Hill Camp Recent Review?

My then-5yo did Feather Hill last summer. It was a pretty basic summer camp experience like you might remember from your own childhood - lots of outdoor games, some arts and crafts, songs and skits.  I was happy with it - it's nothing fancy, but the staff was upbeat and friendly, the location was convenient for us and the price was right. He was luke-warm about the experience, but he tends to be that way about all camps, being something of a homebody, so take that with a grain of salt. The camp has been around for 65+ years, so they must be doing something right!

I am delighted to give a very positive review for Feather Hill. My daughter has been going to summer camp here since she was in kindergarten (now in 5th grade). It is cheap and cheerful, and the staff are fantastic. She is currently attending Thornhill School and also attends their after school program and the same staff work with her at Montclair Rec as staff the camp during summer. Last year she moved up to the Tween Leadership camp and then in due course I expect she will be a CIT.

Not only is this camp a great value but the hours are exceptional for working families. 

The camp itself is basic -- the kids are outside in the park much of the day, playing games and singing songs. I think it is terrific. 

Happy to answer any other questions. 

Eh Feather Hill is ok. You get what you pay for. The counselors weren’t very warm and fuzzy; they are teenagers a little drunk with authority.  and once when I picked my daughter up, they were making the kids do a very physical activity in the hot sun while the counselors sat in the shade. My first grader was bright red and totally overheated. But, she loved the weekly field trips.

Otherwise there are other Parks and Recs camps we’ve liked better for the same price. Check out Touch the Earth.