Hicks Park Summer Camp
A traditional summer day camp at Hicks Park offering various recreational activities for children.
▌ Editor's read Hicks Summer Camp is a day camp for children aged 5-12, operated by Tulsa Parks at the Hicks Park Community Center. The program runs weekly from June 3 to August 2, 2024, with hours from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and extended care options available. Activities include games, crafts, and outdoor play, with a stated goal of providing a fun and safe environment. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Information regarding staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies is not explicitly stated on the program detail page. Google reviews for 'Hicks Park Community Center' show a rating of 4.4 stars from 108 reviews, with comments generally positive about the facilities and staff, though not specifically for the summer camp program.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Hicks Park Summer Camp 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
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–12
- Address: 3443 E 49th St, Tulsa, OK 74135
- Phone: 918-596-5990
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Cost for residents. Non-resident cost is $155/week. Before and after care available for an additional fee.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Hicks Park Summer Camp
- What ages does Hicks Park Summer Camp accept?
- Hicks Park Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Hicks Park Summer Camp cost?
- Hicks Park Summer Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. Cost for residents. Non-resident cost is $155/week. Before and after care available for an additional fee. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Hicks Park Summer Camp?
- Hicks Park Summer Camp 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 Hicks Park Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Hicks Park Summer Camp 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 Hicks Park Summer Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Tulsa?
- Hicks Park Summer Camp is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Tulsa 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.
Planning guides
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