Elks Camp Moore has services for all ages but specializes in providing services to youth and young adults with special needs and disabilities. Our main services include: Summer YOUTH Residential Camp Program: This program is for individuals that are 7-12 years old, 13-18 years old Summer YOUNG ADULT Residential Camp Program: This programs is for individuals that are 19, 20, 21 years old and have aged out of our main summer program. This transitional week is only offered for one week in August and has limited spaces. Spring & Fall ADULT Respite Weekends: This program is available for individuals 19+ that have aged out of our main summer camp for weekend Respites. Depending on space and availability, campers are only able to attend ONE program per camping season to ensure that we can support as many campers as possible.

All campers are required to receive ANNUAL sponsorship from their local Elks Lodge to attend the camp. Families should reach out to their sponsoring lodge in the Fall to obtain all the required paperwork and information for the upcoming camp season. Every camper is required to submit an application each year with updated information regarding their abilities and needs. Missing sections or incomplete applications will not be considered or reviewed. Upon successfully completing all required documentation you will receive an email stating that your application has been received and will be processed. Until you receive this email, the application is considered incomplete. Status notifications (enrollment or waitlisted status) will be sent out to ALL campers upon the camp finalizing our staff hiring process in the Spring. Spaces are limited and are allocated on a first come first serve, based on ability policy. No spaces may be held, reserved, etc. until the full application has been received. There is not an application deadline but it's suggested to apply as soon as possible as spaces do fill quickly.

Your sponsoring New Jersey State Elks Lodge will be based on your HOME Zip Code. NJ Elk Lodges are spread out throughout the state. The lodge closest to your home address should be the lodge that you reach out to for sponsorship. Visit the "Find Sponsorship" for additional resources.

Elks Camp Moore has a dedicated staffing team that travels the world to work at our facility. All staff members at 18+ yrs old and have had in-depth background screenings both in their home countries as well as within the USA. Staff travel to us from the United Kingdom, Germany, Hungry, Poland, Australia, Mexico and many other countries annually to work with the campers. Many of our counselors return for multiple seasons so they get to know the campers and their needs. Being able to recruit internationally allows us to hire the most dedicated team that has experience, interest and passion for working with individuals with special needs and disabilities.

Although the majority of our staff are hired with experience we require MANDATORY annual training at the camp. This training takes place prior to any campers arriving on-site and covers everything they need to know to best support the campers. The training covers topics from Disability Awareness, Health and Medical training, Crisis Management, Program Adaptation, Personal Care and so much more.

We have a full kitchen that will produce three meals a day for our campers. That being said, we do have ONE main option, plus a vegetarian alternative. These meals are served family style and served at the table by the counselors who can monitor portion control. We do like to keep our food options kid friendly, such as chicken nuggets, pizza, pancakes, waffles, etc. Any campers that have picky / selective eating preferences are encouraged to bring food to camp to ensure that they have an option they are comfortable eating. These dishes will come out directly from the kitchen to the camper. Families are welcome to reach out to the Camp Director one week prior to the schedule program and request a copy of the menu for the upcoming week.

Elks Camp Moore is a PEANUT/TREE NUT free facility. The food that we purchase and serve will be safe for campers with this allergy. We are unable to accept any food that contains these products from families of picky / selective eaters that will be bringing their own food to the camp. Campers with other food allergies such as Gluten, Soy, etc. are encouraged to contact the camp and provide alternative ingredients or food for some or all of the meals. Families are able to contact the Camp Director at least one week prior to the camper arrival for a copy of the menu.

Elks Camp Moore has a Licensed nurse on-site 24/7 during all camper programs who will be able to support with common illness that could occur while at camp. The Health Center and nursing team will be in touch with any families throughout the session to keep them updated on any major illness or issues that might occur. The camp also, has agreements with local doctors, hospitals, emergency services, etc. that could support in larger medical emergencies. In the event that a camper requires a doctor or external medical service they will be required to see their primary doctor at home.

Yes, an annual Health and Medical form is required for every camper ANNUALLY. These forms are only valid for 12 months and must be up-to-date and accurate. These forms collect typical general health questions and information along with all medication and over the counter medications that might be taken while at camp. Campers who have additional medical needs such as Food Allergies, Asthma, Seizures, G-tube, etc. will also require additional documentation. The forms that are signed by the doctors MUST list all medication, vitamin, etc. that will be taken while at camp. This must match EXACTLY to how the information is on the packaging of the medications or we will not be able to continue or check in the camper.

No, we do NOT have an application deadline to attend the program. We start accepting applications early November and continue to accept applications all the way through the camping season. That being said, our camp program spaces do fill up extremely quickly! It is strongly encouraged that you submit your application ASAP for a better chance to get a space within the camp, or one of your 1st choices of programs.

Yes, in certain situations campers that are waitlisted for programs do come off the waiting list. This is not guaranteed and families do NOT need to check in to see the status of their camper on that list. IF the camp receives a cancellation within any program, the camp will immediately, PHONE the next eligible camper to see if they are able and willing to accept that opening. There are going to be times that spaces might become available weeks prior the start of the program or days. In all situations, the camper would still be required to meet all Health and Medical paperwork requirements.

No, Elks Camp Moore does NOT provide transportation to or from camp. Families are responsible for dropping off and picking up campers from camp. Check in / out days typically take place during the weekends and the camp is conveniently located directly off route 287.