What ages does Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 accept?

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 is open to children age 8. 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 Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 cost?

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 publishes $449/week for the standard session. USD. Resident Fee. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

Who runs Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1?

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 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 Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 provide lunch?

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Age 8

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1

Markham Nature Park · $449/week · ★ 4.7 (33 reviews)

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers is a day camp offered by the City of Concord, California, focusing on outdoor exploration and activities for children entering...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to an activity detail page for 'Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1' on the City of Concord's activecommunities.com portal. This indicates the camp is a program offered by the City of Concord, California, falling under municipal parks and recreation. The program is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with extended care options available. The description mentions activities like nature exploration, games, crafts, and water play, emphasizing outdoor engagement. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the page, nor is the City of Concord's Parks and Recreation department listed in the ACA directory. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies are detailed on this activity page. The City of Concord has a Facebook page (cityofconcordca) and an Instagram handle (@concord_ca), which are likely associated with the camp's organizing body. Google reviews for 'City of Concord Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.2 stars from 108 reviews, with some positive comments about program variety and staff.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Age 8

Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 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: 8–8
Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Address: 1202 La Vista Ave, Concord, CA 94521
Cost notes: USD. Resident Fee.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1

What ages does Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 accept?: Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 is open to children age 8. 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 Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 cost?: Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 publishes $449/week for the standard session. USD. Resident Fee. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1's hours?: Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 runs 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1?: Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 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 Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 provide lunch?: Backyard Explorers-Adventurers-Grade 3 - Session 1 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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