Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12 · $400/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12

Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp

La Cygne · $400/week

Outdoor day camp offering nature exploration, team building, and traditional camp activities.

▌ Editor's read The Wildwood Outdoor Education Center website loads successfully and provides information about their day camp programs. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid until 2025, confirming adherence to over 300 health and safety standards. Wildwood has been operating for over 50 years, indicating a long history in outdoor education. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks. Wildwood is a nonprofit organization. Google reviews for Wildwood Outdoor Education Center show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 107 reviews, with many reviewers praising the engaging activities and positive impact on children. The camp offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, canoeing, and environmental studies.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 197650+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1976 (50 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Address: 7095 W 213th St, La Cygne, KS 66040
  • Phone: 913-757-4500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Session 3 is $350

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp

What ages does Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp accept?
Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - 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 Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp cost?
Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp publishes $400/week for the standard session. Session 3 is $350 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp accredited?
Yes — Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 50 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp?
Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Wildwood Outdoor Education Center - Day Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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