Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $190/week
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Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2

Multiple Locations · $190/week

Town Experiences Summer Camp, offered by Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development, provides a variety of engaging activities for children in a day camp ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the official website for Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development (OPRYD), indicating the camp is run by a municipal entity. While the specific 'Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2' is not directly linked or prominently featured on the main page, the website does list various summer camp offerings under its 'Programs' or 'Activities' sections, suggesting this camp is part of their broader programming. OPRYD's website mentions a commitment to providing safe and enriching experiences for youth, which implies standard safety protocols, though specific details on staff background checks for this particular camp were not found without deeper navigation. The department maintains an active presence on Instagram (@oaklandparksrec) and Facebook (OaklandParksRec), where they post updates and engage with the community regarding their programs, including summer camps. As a municipal program, it is not typically accredited by the ACA, and no state license number for a specific camp was found on the general departmental page. The camp is clearly a day camp, as it is offered by a city's parks and recreation department.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 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

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Address: 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 3330, Oakland, CA 94612
  • Phone: (510) 238-7275
  • Cost notes: USD. Resident price for 2-week session.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2

What ages does Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 accept?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 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 Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 cost?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 publishes $190/week for the standard session. USD. Resident price for 2-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2's hours?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 runs 8:30 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 Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - 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 Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 provide lunch?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - 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.
How does Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 compare to other community/rec center camps in Oakland?
Town Experiences Summer Camp - Session 2 is one of 5 community/rec center camps in Oakland 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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