Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 10–12 · $170/week
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Best in Show (session 1)

RW Farm Park · $170/week · ★ 4.7 (1583 reviews)

Best in Show (Session 1) is a day camp offered by the Springfield Park District, focusing on dog-themed activities and learning for children aged 6-10.

▌ Editor's read The Springfield Park District website (parkboard.org) loads successfully and details various summer camps, including 'Best in Show (Session 1)'. This specific camp is a day camp designed for children aged 6-10, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with a cost of $170. The program description indicates activities like learning about dog breeds, making dog toys, and creating dog-themed art. The Springfield Park District has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars based on 107 reviews, with many positive comments about their facilities and programs. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for camp staff. Social media handles for the Springfield Park District are @springfieldparkdistrict on Instagram and SpringfieldParkDistrict on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Best in Show (session 1) 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 outdoors/nature 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
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 10–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Address: Springfield, IL 62701, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Best in Show (session 1)

What ages does Best in Show (session 1) accept?
Best in Show (session 1) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Best in Show (session 1) cost?
Best in Show (session 1) publishes $170/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Best in Show (session 1)'s hours?
Best in Show (session 1) 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 Best in Show (session 1)?
Best in Show (session 1) 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 Best in Show (session 1) provide lunch?
Best in Show (session 1) 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 Best in Show (session 1) compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Springfield?
Best in Show (session 1) is one of 20 outdoors/nature camps in Springfield 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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