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Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop

GISC · $285/week

Montgomery County Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps, including an Ocean Life Pastel Workshop, focusing on arts, sports, and educational enrichm...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Montgomery County Recreation Department's summer camps page, which lists numerous day camp options, including the 'Ocean Life Pastel Workshop.' The department is a municipal entity, indicating a public ownership structure. While specific staff ratios for individual camps are not listed, the website states that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is a day program, typical for municipal recreation offerings. Google reviews for 'Montgomery County Recreation' show a rating of 4.1 stars based on 107 reviews, with themes often praising the variety of programs and accessibility, though some mention occasional administrative issues. The department maintains an active presence on Instagram (@montgomerycountyrecreation) and Facebook (montgomerycountyrecreation).
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop 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 arts 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: Arts
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  • Address: 2425 Reedie Dr, Wheaton, MD 20902
  • Phone: 240-777-6840
  • Cost notes: USD. Montgomery County Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop accept?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop 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 Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop cost?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop publishes $285/week for the standard session. USD. Montgomery County Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop's hours?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop runs 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop 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 Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop 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 Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop compare to other arts camps in Wheaton?
Montgomery County Rec: Ocean Life Pastel Workshop is one of 9 arts camps in Wheaton 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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