What ages does Traveler Camp accept?

Traveler Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Traveler Camp cost?

Traveler Camp publishes $245/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Traveler Camp's hours?

Traveler Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Traveler Camp?

Traveler 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 Traveler Camp provide lunch?

Traveler 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.

Does Traveler Camp offer transportation?

Traveler Camp provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

▌ Adventure · Ages 6–12

Traveler Camp

Brookfield · $245/week

Daily field trips to various locations for elementary school-aged children.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Brookfield Parks and Recreation Department's Summer Camp Programs page, which details 'Traveler Camp' as a day camp for children entering 1st through 8th grade. The camp operates from June 10th to August 9th, 2024, with weekly sessions. The cost is listed as $245 per week for residents and $275 for non-residents. Activities include field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, and games. The camp is owned and operated by the municipal parks department. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, and a search of the ACA directory did not yield results for 'Traveler Camp' or 'Brookfield Parks and Recreation'. The website does not explicitly state staff background check policies or specific staff-to-camper ratios. Google reviews for 'Brookfield Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 102 reviews, with comments generally praising the variety of programs and facilities. The Facebook handle for the department is 'BrookfieldParksandRecreation', found via a link on the main Brookfield village website.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Traveler 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 adventure 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: Adventure
Ages: 6–12
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address: 8820 Brookfield Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513, USA
Phone: 708-485-1115
Email: [email protected]
Cost notes: $245R / $265NR per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Traveler Camp

What ages does Traveler Camp accept?: Traveler Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Traveler Camp cost?: Traveler Camp publishes $245/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Traveler Camp's hours?: Traveler Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Traveler Camp?: Traveler 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 Traveler Camp provide lunch?: Traveler 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.
Does Traveler Camp offer transportation?: Traveler Camp provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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