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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 8–10

Ag-Venture

RW Farm Park · $140/week

Ag-Venture is a day camp offered by the Rockford Park District, providing children with agricultural experiences and outdoor activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Rockford Park District's camp page, which lists 'Ag-Venture' as one of their summer day camp offerings. The camp is described as providing agricultural experiences and outdoor activities for children. The Rockford Park District is a municipal parks organization, indicating the camp is run by a public entity. The website does not mention ACA accreditation for Ag-Venture specifically, nor does it provide details on staff-to-camper ratios or explicit background check policies. Google reviews for 'Rockford Park District' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 283 reviews, generally positive feedback regarding facilities and programs. Social media handles for the Rockford Park District are @rockfordparkdistrict on Instagram and 'RockfordParkDistrict' on Facebook, where they frequently post updates and photos related to their various programs, including camps.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

Ag-Venture 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: 8–10
  • Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Address: 1401 N 2nd St, Rockford, IL 61107
  • Phone: (815) 987-8800
  • Cost notes: Per camper

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Ag-Venture

What ages does Ag-Venture accept?
Ag-Venture is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Ag-Venture cost?
Ag-Venture publishes $140/week for the standard session. Per camper Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Ag-Venture's hours?
Ag-Venture runs 9 a.m.-3 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Ag-Venture?
Ag-Venture 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 Ag-Venture provide lunch?
Ag-Venture 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 Ag-Venture compare to other traditional day camp camps in Rockford?
Ag-Venture is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Rockford 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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