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Camp Hours
Please note, times are different for Peeps, Overnight and Winter Vacation camps.
MONDAY - THURSDAY
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
FRIDAY
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
AFTER-CAMP*
After-Camp extends the camp day to 5:30 PM for additional fee.
*Not available all weeks or at all locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How quickly do your camps fill up?
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| 9:00 AM | Drop-off |
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9:15 AM |
Morning Welcome and Group Games - Groups spend time getting to know each other and gather for all-camp games. |
| 10:00 AM | Guided Exploration on Daily Theme & Snack - Instructors lead lessons and activities |
| 12:00 PM | Lunch and Free Play |
| 1:00 PM | Continued Exploration of the Daily Theme - More instructor led lessons and activities.聽 On Fridays at 2:30pm, the whole camp gathers for a closing campfire. |
| 3:30 PM | Wrap Up - Campers review their day |
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4:00 PM聽 聽 (3:30 PM Friday) |
Pick-up/Free Play |
*Note: Schedules will differ for Peeps, Overnight and Vacation camps.
Who can register a child for camp?
We ask that only parents or guardians register a child for camp.
During the registration process, important documents need to be read, acknowledged, and signed by a child's parent or legal guardian. For this reason, we ask that other adults who may help care for a child but are not legally responsible for them, including grandparents or other family members, sitters/nannies, or personal assistants, do not register a child for camp.聽
How to register for camp?
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I've registered my child for camp, now what?
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Log in to your account in our .聽 Once there:
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What forms do I need to complete in order for my child to attend camp?
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If you prefer, you may complete a hard copy of our Health and Emergency Care Form and email or mail it to us.
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What do I need to pack for my camper?
Your child should come to camp each day in casual, comfortable clothes, ready to hike, run, and likely get wet and dirty.聽 Your camper should be dressed for the weather and be prepared to spend most of the day outdoors.
What to Pack/Wear
- Day pack to carry belongings
- Lunch
- One or two snacks
- Water bottle (water is available for refills)
- Complete change of clothes
- Sturdy walking shoes (ex. sneakers or closed-toed sandals)
- Insect repellent and sunscreen
- Baseball cap or sun hat
- Sweatshirt or lightweight jacket
- Raincoat
- Rain boots/shoes, if desired
- Empty plastic bag for bringing home wet clothes
- Medications (complete list of medications sent to camp must be provided in the 黑料不打烊 黑料不打烊 Health and Emergency Form)
- Bathing suit and towel*
- Water shoes, if desired (ex. aqua socks, water sandals, or old sneakers)
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- Personal items or toys
- Flip flops or open-toed sandals
- Nice clothing that should not get wet or soiled
- Prescription or over-the-counter medications not listed in the 黑料不打烊 黑料不打烊 Health and Emergency Form
*Not all camp locations have a swimming facility, however there are options for water play on hot days.
How can I sign my child up for the After-Camp program?
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What is your cancellation policy?
May 1st is the deadline to cancel your camp registration and receive a full refund (less a $35 cancellation fee for day camps and $65 cancellation fee for overnight camps).
If you must cancel your child鈥檚 camp registration after the deadline, refunds will be issued according to the following schedule:
- Cancellations made at least聽one month before聽the first day of your camp session will receive a 50% refund.
- Cancellations made聽less than one month before the first day of your camp session are not eligible for a refund.
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What does it mean when a waitlist is closed?
Our camps are very popular and our waitlists can get long.聽 When a waitlist reaches our maximum capacity of 20 children, we will close the waitlist and no longer accept new waitlist registrations.聽 Over time, if the waitlist shortens, we will re-open our waitlists for more sign-ups.
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