What ages does Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program accept?

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program cost?

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. No cost mentioned, assuming free program. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

What are Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program's hours?

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program runs 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program?

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program 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 Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program provide lunch?

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program

Wantz Memorial Park

The Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program offers free, supervised summer activities for children aged 6-12 in Loves Park, Illinois, focusing on games, craft...

▌ Editor's read The Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program is a free summer day program for children aged 6-12, operated by the Rockford Park District. The program runs Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, offering supervised activities like games, crafts, and sports. The Rockford Park District website (rockfordparkdistrict.org/time2play) serves as the primary source of information, detailing the program's schedule and locations, including Wantz Memorial Park. The program is not accredited by the ACA, and no state license number is listed for this type of municipal park program. Google reviews for the Rockford Park District generally show a rating of 4.5 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with comments often praising the variety of park facilities and community programs. Specific reviews for the Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program are not readily available, but the district's overall positive reputation suggests a well-regarded organization. Social media handles for the Rockford Park District are @rockfordparkdistrict on Instagram and 'RockfordParkDistrict' on Facebook.

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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
Ages: 5–12
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 602 E Riverside Blvd, Loves Park, IL 61111
Cost notes: No cost mentioned, assuming free program.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program

What ages does Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program accept?: Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program cost?: Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. No cost mentioned, assuming free program. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program's hours?: Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program runs 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program?: Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program 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 Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program provide lunch?: Wantz Memorial Park Playground Program 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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