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City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps

Syracuse Parks and Recreation

The Onondaga 4-H Camp offers a variety of summer programs for youth, focusing on hands-on learning and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, http://cceonondaga.org/4-h-youth-family-development/onondaga-4-h-camp, loads successfully and appears to be the official website for the Onondaga 4-H Camp. This camp is affiliated with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga County, suggesting a university-backed program, though the owner type is listed as 'unknown' due to the initial query's focus on the City of Syracuse. The website does not explicitly state ACA accreditation, and a search on acacamps.org for 'Onondaga 4-H Camp' did not yield results. There is no mention of specific staff-to-camper ratios or language regarding staff background checks on the site. The program appears to be a day camp, offering various themed weeks like 'Outdoor Adventure,' 'STEM,' and 'Farm Fun.' Google reviews for 'Onondaga 4-H Camp' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 10 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the engaging activities and caring staff. The website does not list social media handles directly.
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Who thrives here Ages 3–17

City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 3–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 4909 Cross Rd, Syracuse, NY 13215
  • Phone: (315) 469-3111
  • Cost notes: USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps

What ages does City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps accept?
City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps is open to children ages 3–17. 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 City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps cost?
City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. See individual program listings for specific pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps's hours?
City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer Camps provide lunch?
City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation & Youth Programs Summer 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.

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