Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12 · $100/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–12

Camp Wilson

Wilson Park · $100/week

City-run summer day camp offering a variety of activities for children at Wilson Park.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Youth Summer Camps page, which details Camp Wilson 2 as a traditional day camp for children aged 6-12, held at Wilson Park. The camp is operated by the City of Fayetteville Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal ownership structure. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The program runs weekly from June 3 to August 9, 2024, with activities including games, crafts, and outdoor play. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the camp is clearly structured with age-appropriate programming. The Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Facebook page is linked from the main city website, with a handle of 'FayettevilleParksandRec'. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for Camp Wilson 2 or Fayetteville Parks and Recreation camps. Google reviews for 'Fayetteville Parks and Recreation' show a 4.6-star rating from 161 reviews, with general positive comments about park facilities and programs, though specific reviews for Camp Wilson 2 are not readily available.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Camp Wilson 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

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 1420 W Wilson St, Fayetteville, AR 72701, USA
  • Phone: (479) 444-3471
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Wilson

What ages does Camp Wilson accept?
Camp Wilson 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 Camp Wilson cost?
Camp Wilson publishes $100/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Camp Wilson?
Camp Wilson 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 Camp Wilson provide lunch?
Camp Wilson 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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