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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident)

Buhr Park · $250/week

A traditional day camp offering outdoor activities, games, and crafts for resident children.

▌ Editor's read The Buhr Park Day Camp is part of the City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation's day camp offerings, as evidenced by the a2gov.org website. The site details various day camps, including Buhr Park, for different age groups (e.g., ages 5-12 for Buhr Park). The camp is a day program, with activities like games, crafts, and outdoor play mentioned. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED,' demonstrating a commitment to safety. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the emphasis on trained staff is a positive indicator. The City of Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation has a Facebook page (@a2parks) which serves as a general social media presence. Google reviews for 'Ann Arbor Parks and Recreation' show an average rating of 4.4 stars from 180 reviews, reflecting general public satisfaction with the department, though specific reviews for Buhr Park Day Camp are not readily available.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) 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: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.
  • Address: Buhr Park, 2751 Packard Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, USA
  • Phone: 734-794-6230
  • Email: [email protected]

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident)

What ages does Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) accept?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) 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 Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) cost?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) publishes $250/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident)'s hours?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) runs 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident)?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) 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 Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) provide lunch?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) 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.
How does Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Ann Arbor?
Buhr Park Day Camp (Resident) is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Ann Arbor that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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