Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–11 · $185/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–11

Discovery Camp - Under the Sea

Washington Park · $185/week

Discovery Camp - Under the Sea is a day camp offered by the City of Escondido Parks and Recreation, providing themed activities for children aged 5-12.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Escondido Parks and Recreation's Amilia registration page for 'Discovery Camp - Under the Sea,' confirming it is a day camp for ages 5-12. The camp runs from July 8-12, 2024, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with a cost of $185 for residents and $231.25 for non-residents. The camp description mentions themed activities, games, and crafts related to an 'Under the Sea' theme. The City of Escondido Parks and Recreation has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 122 reviews, with comments generally positive about city services. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for the City of Escondido are @cityofescondido on Instagram and 'CityofEscondido' on Facebook, where they promote various community programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Discovery Camp - Under the Sea 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: 5–11
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 501 N. Rose St., Escondido, CA 92027
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Discovery Camp - Under the Sea

What ages does Discovery Camp - Under the Sea accept?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Discovery Camp - Under the Sea cost?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea publishes $185/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Discovery Camp - Under the Sea's hours?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Discovery Camp - Under the Sea?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea 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 Discovery Camp - Under the Sea provide lunch?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea 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 Discovery Camp - Under the Sea compare to other community/rec center camps in Escondido?
Discovery Camp - Under the Sea is one of 9 community/rec center camps in Escondido 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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