What ages does Argo River Camp accept?

Argo River Camp is open to children ages 10–14. 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 Argo River Camp cost?

Argo River Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Argo River Camp's hours?

Argo River Camp runs 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Argo River Camp?

Argo River 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 Argo River Camp provide lunch?

Argo River 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.

▌ Aquatic · Ages 10–14

Argo River Camp

Argo Livery Cabin and Pavilion · $255/week

Adventure camp for ages 10-14 focusing on river activities like kayaking and canoeing on the Huron River.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation day camps page, which lists Argo River Camp as one of their offerings. The camp is described as a resident (day) camp, running for one week sessions, and focusing on river activities like canoeing, kayaking, and environmental education. The owner type is clearly municipal parks, as it's operated by the City of Ann Arbor. Social media handles for Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation (@annarborparks on Instagram and AnnArborParksandRec on Facebook) were found through the city's website. No specific information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing numbers, staff-to-camper ratios, or explicit background check policies for camp staff was found directly on the camp's page or the broader Parks and Recreation site. The camp is for children aged 8-12.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 10–14

Argo River Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. aquatic programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: Aquatic
Ages: 10–14
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Address: 1055 Longshore Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
Phone: 734-794-6230

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Argo River Camp

What ages does Argo River Camp accept?: Argo River Camp is open to children ages 10–14. 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 Argo River Camp cost?: Argo River Camp publishes $255/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Argo River Camp's hours?: Argo River Camp runs 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Argo River Camp?: Argo River 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 Argo River Camp provide lunch?: Argo River 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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