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Cuscowilla Day Camp

Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center · $175/week

Cuscowilla Day Camp, operated by Alachua County Parks and Conservation Lands, offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-12 at the Cuscowil...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to an Alachua County news article from February 2026, announcing registration for the Cuscowilla Summer Camp opening on March 1, 2026. This article indicates the camp is for children aged 5-12 and is operated by Alachua County Parks and Conservation Lands, classifying it as a municipal-parks owner type. The camp is a day program, running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with a weekly cost of $175. The article mentions activities like nature exploration, arts and crafts, and games. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, state licensing numbers, staff background checks, or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the provided page. A Google search for 'Cuscowilla Nature and Retreat Center' shows a 4.7-star rating from 164 reviews, with many reviewers praising the natural beauty and facilities, though these reviews are for the center itself, not specifically the summer camp program. No social media handles were found on the provided page.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–11

Cuscowilla Day Camp 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: 7–11
  • Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Address: 210 SE 134th Ave, Micanopy, FL 32667, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Weekly rate is $175 for day camps and $225 for specialty camps. Scholarships available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Cuscowilla Day Camp

What ages does Cuscowilla Day Camp accept?
Cuscowilla Day Camp is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Cuscowilla Day Camp cost?
Cuscowilla Day Camp publishes $175/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Cuscowilla Day Camp's hours?
Cuscowilla Day Camp runs 7:30 AM - 5:15 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Cuscowilla Day Camp?
Cuscowilla Day Camp 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 Cuscowilla Day Camp provide lunch?
Cuscowilla Day Camp 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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