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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 10–12

Best in Show (session 2)

RW Farm Park · $170/week

Best in Show is a traditional day camp offered by Metro Parks Tacoma, focusing on a variety of activities for children in a park setting.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Metro Parks Tacoma camps page, which lists 'Best in Show' as one of their traditional day camp offerings. The camp is for ages 6-12 and costs $170 per week for residents, $195 for non-residents. It is part of a larger municipal parks department, indicating a public, non-profit ownership structure. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. There is no explicit language about staff background checks on the general camp page. Google reviews for 'Metro Parks Tacoma' show a 4.5-star rating from 1,079 reviews, with many positive comments about the parks and programs. Social media handles found are @tacomaparks for Instagram and 'TacomaParks' for Facebook. The camp is clearly a day camp, with various locations and weekly themes available.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Best in Show (session 2) 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 traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 10–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Address: 4702 S 19th St, Tacoma, WA 98405
  • Phone: (253) 305-1000
  • Cost notes: Per camper

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Best in Show (session 2)

What ages does Best in Show (session 2) accept?
Best in Show (session 2) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Best in Show (session 2) cost?
Best in Show (session 2) publishes $170/week for the standard session. Per camper Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Best in Show (session 2)'s hours?
Best in Show (session 2) runs 9 a.m.-3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Best in Show (session 2)?
Best in Show (session 2) 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 Best in Show (session 2) provide lunch?
Best in Show (session 2) 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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