Norfolk PAL Summer Youth Camp (Ages 13-16)
The Norfolk PAL Summer Youth Camp offers free summer programming for youth aged 13-16, focusing on recreational activities, educational field trips, and comm...
▌ Editor's read The Norfolk PAL Summer Youth Camp (Ages 13-16) is a day camp operated by the Norfolk Police Athletic League, a division of the City of Norfolk. The camp is free of charge and focuses on providing recreational activities, educational field trips, and community engagement opportunities for youth. The website indicates that the camp runs from July 8th to August 2nd, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with extended care available. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, the program is part of a municipal department, suggesting adherence to city employment standards. The Norfolk PAL has a Facebook page (NorfolkPAL) and an Instagram handle (@norfolkpal) which show various activities and community involvement. Google reviews for 'Norfolk PAL' generally reflect positive community engagement, with a 4.8-star rating from 10 reviews, often praising their youth programs and community events.
Who thrives here Ages 13–16
Norfolk PAL Summer Youth Camp (Ages 13-16) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
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: Specialty
- Ages: 13–16
- Address: 813 E. City Hall Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
- Phone: (757) 441-2708
- Cost notes: Free
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
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Camps near here
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- Nike Basketball Camp at Norfolk State University · Norfolk State University · Ages 7–15 · $483/week
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- Norfolk PAL Summer Youth Camp (Ages 8-12) · Norfolk, VA · Ages 8–12