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Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program)

Riechmann Pavilion in Stephens Lake Park

Camp CoMo Kidz offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12, focusing on outdoor activities, games, and crafts within Stephens Lake Park.

▌ Editor's read Camp CoMo Kidz is a day camp operated by Columbia Parks and Recreation, catering to children aged 5-12 at Riechmann Pavilion in Stephens Lake Park. The camp runs weekly sessions from June 3 to August 9, 2024, with specific themes each week. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety for participants. While not ACA accredited, the camp is part of a municipal parks and recreation department, which often has its own set of standards and oversight. Google reviews for 'Columbia Parks and Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, often praising well-maintained facilities and diverse program offerings. The camp's social media presence includes an Instagram handle @como_parks_rec and a Facebook page CoMoParksandRec, which are actively updated with program information and photos.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) 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: 7:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Address: 2300 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201
  • Phone: (573) 874-7460

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program)

What ages does Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) accept?
Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) 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.
What are Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program)'s hours?
Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) runs 7:30 am-5:30 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program)?
Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) 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 CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) provide lunch?
Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) 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 Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Columbia?
Camp CoMo Kidz (Overall Program) is one of 10 traditional day camp camps in Columbia 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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