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Summer Day Camps

Lincoln · $48/week

Lincoln Parks and Recreation offers affordable summer day camps for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, crafts, and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Summer Day Camps website loads successfully and provides information on their day camp offerings for children aged 5-12. The program is described as focusing on recreation, crafts, and outdoor activities, with weekly themes. The camp operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The cost is notably low at $47.50 per week, indicating a commitment to affordability. The camp is run by the City of Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department, which is a municipal entity. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on their website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory. While the website does not explicitly state staff background checks, as a municipal program, it is highly likely they adhere to city employment standards. Google reviews for 'Lincoln Parks and Recreation' show a 4.4-star rating from 1,000+ reviews, with some positive comments about their programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Summer Day Camps 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: 3131 "O" St, Lincoln, NE 68510
  • Phone: (402) 441-7895

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Day Camps

What ages does Summer Day Camps accept?
Summer Day Camps 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 Summer Day Camps cost?
Summer Day Camps publishes $48/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Day Camps's hours?
Summer Day Camps 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 Summer Day Camps?
Summer Day Camps 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 Summer Day Camps provide lunch?
Summer Day Camps 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 Summer Day Camps compare to other traditional day camp camps in Lincoln?
Summer Day Camps is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Lincoln 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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