What ages does Trailblazers accept?

Trailblazers is open to children ages 12–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Trailblazers cost?

Trailblazers publishes $1,300/week for the standard session. 7 weeks: $9100, 6 weeks: $8850, 5 weeks: $8300, 4 weeks: $7200, 3 weeks: $5700, 2 weeks: $4400 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Trailblazers's hours?

Trailblazers runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Trailblazers?

Trailblazers is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Trailblazers provide lunch?

Trailblazers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

How does Trailblazers compare to other traditional day camp camps in New York?

Trailblazers is one of 40 traditional day camp camps in New York that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 12–15

Trailblazers

Upper East Side · $1,300/week

92NY's Trailblazers camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children in NYC, focusing on exploration, creativity, and community within a structured...

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 12–15

Trailblazers fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 12–15
Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address: 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10128, USA
Cost notes: 7 weeks: $9100, 6 weeks: $8850, 5 weeks: $8300, 4 weeks: $7200, 3 weeks: $5700, 2 weeks: $4400

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Trailblazers

What ages does Trailblazers accept?: Trailblazers is open to children ages 12–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Trailblazers cost?: Trailblazers publishes $1,300/week for the standard session. 7 weeks: $9100, 6 weeks: $8850, 5 weeks: $8300, 4 weeks: $7200, 3 weeks: $5700, 2 weeks: $4400 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Trailblazers's hours?: Trailblazers runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Trailblazers?: Trailblazers is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Trailblazers provide lunch?: Trailblazers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Trailblazers compare to other traditional day camp camps in New York?: Trailblazers is one of 40 traditional day camp camps in New York that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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