ATTENTION: Recreation staff is limiting Summer of Discovery camp numbers in order to implement policies and procedures that will provide a safe environment for staff and program participants. In addition to these procedures, camp field trips may change or be canceled dependent upon reopening guidelines, social distancing and public gathering requirements. Updated: 3/10/2021

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Camp registration is open!

Discover how much fun summer can be with this action-packed summer camp program for ages 6-12! Each week in this nine week program is designed with fun in mind! Our KDHE licensed camps include a variety of sports, games, contests, crafts, swimming (depending on availability) and much more! Sign up for one week or sign up for them all!

Program Dates & Hours

Camp runs May 31 - July 29
Monday - Friday from 7am-6pm
Core activities take place 9am-4pm

Age Requirements

Summer of Discovery is licensed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and is open to children ages 6-12

Staffing

All site directors have a Bachelor's Degree or comparable experience in recreation, education or a related field. All staff members attend training each year in compliance with the KDHE regulations. A ratio of 1 counselor to 15 children is maintained at all times.

The final week of camp will be the free week of camp to the winner of the contest
A deposit must be collected during March 1-14 to be entered in the drawing
Winner will be announced the first week of camp

First Time Counselor Returning Counselor Head Counselor

How to Register

To reserve your spot for Summer of Discovery, pay a deposit now, download the forms and when the recreation centers open, bring in the completed forms and payment to finalize the registration process. Deposits are non-refundable.

Weekly Fee

$115 per child, per week (fee includes $20 weekly deposit)
DCF assistance is accepted. Contact DCF directly to determine if you qualify

Multi-Child Discount

$10 per week discount for the second
$20 per week discount for the third and subsequent child
Discounts apply to immediate family members only

Edgemoor Camp

(316) 688-9392 | 5815 E 9th (67208)

Download Edgemoor Packet Register online @ Edgemoor today!

Linwood Camp

(316) 337-9191 | 1901 S Kansas (67211)

Download Linwood Packet Register online @ Linwood today!

Orchard Camp

(316) 337-9244 | 4808 W 9th (67212)

Download Orchard Packet Register online @ Orchard today!

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