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Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park

Meadowlake Park · $90/week

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park offers affordable day camp experiences for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation and enrichment a...

▌ Editor's read The Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park is a day camp program operated by the Richland County Recreation Commission, as indicated on their official website (richlandcountyrecreation.com/229/Summer-Camps). The camp is designed for children aged 5-12, with a weekly fee of $90 for Richland County residents and $115 for non-residents. The program runs from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and includes activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and field trips. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language regarding staff background checks on the camp's specific page, though it is a municipal program. Google reviews for 'Richland County Recreation Commission' show a 4.0-star rating from 116 reviews, with some positive comments about various programs. Social media handles found are @richlandrec on Instagram and 'RichlandCountyRecreation' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 7am-6pm
  • Address: 600 Beckman Road, Columbia, SC 29203, USA
  • Cost notes: Morning session is free, afternoon session is $90 per week. Sibling discounts available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park

What ages does Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park accept?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park cost?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park publishes $90/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park's hours?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park runs 7am-6pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park provide lunch?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park compare to other community/rec center camps in Columbia?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Meadowlake Park is one of 6 community/rec center 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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