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Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club · $275/week · ★ 4.6 (12 reviews)

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club's Voyager Camp offers a traditional day camp experience for Chicago youth, focusing on character development, academic enrichm...

▌ Editor's read The Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club's Voyager Camp is a traditional day camp for children aged 6-12, operating in Chicago, IL. The organization itself has been serving the community since 1929, indicating over 90 years of experience in youth programs. The camp's website highlights a focus on academic enrichment, character development, and recreational activities, including field trips, swimming, and sports. The site mentions that all staff undergo background checks. While the specific Voyager Camp does not appear to be individually accredited by the ACA, the broader Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club has a strong community presence. Google reviews for the Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club generally show a high rating, averaging 4.8 stars from over 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their children and the dedicated staff. The camp is run by a nonprofit organization. Social media handles are @nbgc1929 on Instagram and nbgc1929 on Facebook.
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Since 193690+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 9–10

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1936 (90 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 9–10
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2501 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
  • Cost notes: Weekly camp pricing ranges from $240 to $275 depending on the registration date. Extended day add-on is available for an additional fee.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp

What ages does Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp accept?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp is open to children ages 9–10. 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 Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp cost?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp publishes $275/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp's hours?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp runs 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 90 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp provide lunch?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager 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.
How does Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Chicago?
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club - Voyager Camp is one of 22 traditional day camp camps in Chicago 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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