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Camp Adventure

NOTE: Due to changes in Columbia's summer school schedule, session dates have been changed for Camp Adventure. See chart below...we hope these changes will be beneficial to parents and allow more campers to join us!

Sign up for 2011 SUMMER CAMP ADVENTURE only at the ARC, 1701 W Ash beginning April 6, 2011 at 7 am. Call 874-7700 for information.

What is CAMP ADVENTURE?


CAMP ADVENTURE is a summer day camp operated by the Columbia Parks and Recreation Camp Adventure staff and campersDepartment. CAMP ADVENTURE strongly emphasizes outdoor living skills and awareness of nature and the environment. Camp activities encourage use of the senses and development of curiosity.

Who can attend CAMP ADVENTURE?

Enrollment is open to children who will be attending first grade in the upcoming fall and includes children who have completed seventh grade. Campers are divided into eight units according to age. (Units may change up or down each session depending on the ages of all the campers.)

Photo of Stephens Lake Park.Where is CAMP ADVENTURE?

CAMP ADVENTURE is located at the Riechmann Pavilion in beautiful Stephens Lake Park, 2300 East Walnut.  Many other recreational and outdoor facilities in the Columbia area are also used.

When is CAMP ADVENTURE?

2011 registration for CAMP ADVENTURE will begin Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at the ARC beginning at 7am.

 

Session 2011 Dates (REVISED 4/1/11) Cost
Session I M-F, June 13-June 24 $215.00
Escapade Week M-F, June 27-July 1 $107.50
Session II M-F, July 5-July 15 (no camp on 7/4) $215.00
Session III M-F, July 18-July 29 $215.00
Session IV M-F, Aug 1-Aug 12 $215.00

Applications may be picked up beginning March 1 but cannot be accepted until April 6.

What does CAMP ADVENTURE cost?Children participating in arts and crafts

The cost for CAMP ADVENTURE will be $215 per child per session. Escapade Week will be $107.50 per child. These sessions always fill very quickly so be sure to register early. No phone registrations can be taken for this particular program.

(A $25.00 non-refundable deposit is required at registration for each session.)

Note: A spot may be reserved for sessions with a non-refundable $25 deposit each session. Balance must be received by 10:00am the Monday two weeks prior to the start of the session. Non-payment will result in cancellation of registration.

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance is available for economically disadvantaged individuals the access to recreational facilities and programs.  In order to qualify, interested participants need to be a resident of the City of Columbia, complete the application and provide documentation of all forms of income.

Please allow a minimum of 3 weeks for application approval prior to registering for Camp Adventure.

What is the daily schedule?

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Is child care available?

Before/After child care is available for an additional fee. Pre-registration is required.

Sunrise Club: 7:00am - 8:30am - $20 per session
Sunset Club: 4:30pm - 6:00pm - $20 per session

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