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Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1

Garfield Park · $30/week

Garfield Park Summer Day Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12, focusing on outdoor activities, games, and crafts within a cit...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation catalog, where Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 is listed. This indicates the camp is operated by a municipal parks department. The camp is described as a traditional day camp for children aged 6-12, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with activities including outdoor games, crafts, and nature exploration. The cost is notably low at $30 per week. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the catalog page or in a general search. While the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation has a Facebook page (CityofGrandRapids), there isn't a specific social media presence for the Garfield Park Summer Day Camp itself. Google reviews for 'Garfield Park Grand Rapids' generally refer to the park itself, not specifically the summer camp, so no relevant review count or rating can be provided for the camp program. The catalog does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
  • Address: 2111 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1

What ages does Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 accept?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 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 Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 cost?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 publishes $30/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1's hours?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 runs 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 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 Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 provide lunch?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 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 Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 compare to other traditional day camp camps in Grand Rapids?
Garfield Park Summer Day Camp - Session 1 is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Grand Rapids 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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