Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–12 · $80/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–12

Earth Academy Day Camp

Morningside Nature Center · $80/week

Earth Academy Day Camp, offered by Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, provides nature-based activities for children in Gainesville, Florida.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Gainesville's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs summer camps page, which lists Earth Academy Day Camp as one of their offerings. The camp is a day program for children aged 6-12, focusing on nature-based activities. It is operated by a municipal parks department, indicating a public entity managing the program. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and trained to provide a safe and fun environment.' The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs' show a 4.4-star rating from 195 reviews, with many positive comments about their programs and facilities. Social media handles for the department are @gainesvilleparksandrec on Instagram and GainesvilleParksandRecreation on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Earth Academy Day Camp 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 outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 3540 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $80.06 for non-city residents. Scholarships and reduced rates available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Earth Academy Day Camp

What ages does Earth Academy Day Camp accept?
Earth Academy Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Earth Academy Day Camp cost?
Earth Academy Day Camp publishes $80/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Earth Academy Day Camp's hours?
Earth Academy Day Camp 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 Earth Academy Day Camp?
Earth Academy Day Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Earth Academy Day Camp provide lunch?
Earth Academy Day Camp 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.

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