Camp · Specialty · Ages 6–21 · $95/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 6–21

Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident)

Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks · $95/week

Winston-Salem Camp Discovery offers a variety of themed day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, education, and social development within a ...

▌ Editor's read The Winston-Salem Camp Discovery program is offered through the City of Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks Department, indicating it is a municipal program. The website, cityofws.org/2905/Out-of-School-Programs-, loads successfully and provides information on various out-of-school programs, including summer camps. The program is a day camp, catering to children aged 5-12, with different themed weeks such as 'Superheroes' and 'Mad Scientists.' The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and drug screenings. While specific Google reviews for 'Winston-Salem Camp Discovery' are not readily available as a distinct entity, the City of Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks generally receives positive feedback for its community programs. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association. The Facebook handle for the City of Winston-Salem is 'cityofws'.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–21

Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 6–21
  • Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
  • Address: 201 N Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
  • Phone: (336) 727-8000

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident)

What ages does Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) accept?
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) is open to children ages 6–21. 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 Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) cost?
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) publishes $95/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident)'s hours?
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) runs 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 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 Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident)?
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-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 Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) provide lunch?
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-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.

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