Caving Cadets Camp
Caving Cadets Camp is a day camp offered by the Springfield Park District, providing children with an introduction to caving and outdoor adventure.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Springfield Park District's camps page, which lists 'Caving Cadets Camp' as one of their offerings. This camp is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and is designed for children aged 8-12. The Springfield Park District is a municipal parks organization. The website states, 'All Springfield Park District staff are subject to background checks and drug testing,' indicating a commitment to safety. While specific Google reviews for 'Caving Cadets Camp' were not found, the Springfield Park District has a Google rating of 4.3 stars from 200 reviews. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for the Springfield Park District are @springfieldparkdistrict on Instagram and 'springfieldparkdistrict' on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–9
Caving Cadets 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
Details
- Category: Adventure
- Ages: 6–9
- 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 Caving Cadets Camp
- What ages does Caving Cadets Camp accept?
- Caving Cadets Camp is open to children ages 6–9. 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 Caving Cadets Camp cost?
- Caving Cadets Camp publishes $140/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $150 median for adventure camps in Springfield. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Caving Cadets Camp's hours?
- Caving Cadets Camp 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 Caving Cadets Camp?
- Caving Cadets 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 Caving Cadets Camp provide lunch?
- Caving Cadets 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 Caving Cadets Camp compare to other adventure camps in Springfield?
- Caving Cadets Camp is one of 11 adventure 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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