Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park
A summer day camp offering a variety of activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, and field trips.
▌ Editor's read The website https://www.kzooparks.org/Programs/Camp-Kzoo loads successfully and provides information about Camp Kzoo, a day camp for children aged 6-12. The camp is operated by Kalamazoo Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The program is described as a traditional day camp with activities like outdoor games, crafts, and field trips. The camp is not accredited by the ACA, as it was not found in their directory. There is no mention of specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies on the camp's webpage. Google reviews for 'Kalamazoo Parks and Recreation' show a 4.5-star rating from 153 reviews, with comments often praising the variety of programs and well-maintained facilities. Social media handles found are @kzooparks for Instagram and 'kzooparks' for Facebook, both active with community updates. The camp's weekly cost is listed as $160 for residents and $180 for non-residents, making it an affordable option for local families.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park 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 community/rec center program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Address: 1000 Walter St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001, USA
- Phone: 269-337-8191
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: $160/week for residents, $185/week for non-residents. Four day camp weeks are $128 for residents and $153 for non-residents.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park
- What ages does Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park accept?
- Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park 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 Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park cost?
- Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park publishes $160/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park's hours?
- Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park 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 Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park?
- Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park 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 Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park provide lunch?
- Camp Kzoo - Upjohn Park 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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