Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12 · $35/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19)

East County, Long Branch, Mid-County, Plum Gar · $35/week

Montgomery County Recreation offers diverse summer camps, including Summer Fun Centers, providing supervised activities for children in various locations.

▌ Editor's read The Montgomery County Recreation website loads successfully and details a variety of summer camp programs, including the Summer Fun Centers. The website explicitly states that 'All Montgomery County Recreation staff are required to pass a criminal background check and drug and alcohol screening.' The program is run by Montgomery County Government, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the site emphasizes safety and supervision. Google reviews for 'Montgomery County Recreation' generally show a rating of around 4.0 stars based on hundreds of reviews, with common themes praising the variety of programs and affordability, though some mention occasional administrative issues. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found are @MoCoRec on Instagram and 'montgomerycountyrec' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 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: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19)

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) accept?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) 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: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) cost?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) publishes $35/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: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19)'s hours?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) runs 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19)?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) 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: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) 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: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) compare to other community/rec center camps in Wheaton?
Montgomery County Rec: Summer Fun Centers (Extended Week, Jun 15–19) is one of 7 community/rec center 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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