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Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp

Heilmann Recreation Center

A traditional summer day camp offered by the City of Detroit Parks & Recreation at Heilmann Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Detroit Parks and Recreation Department's WebTrac registration portal, specifically filtered for 'summer camp.' While it loads, it's a generic search page and not a dedicated camp website for Heilmann Recreation Center. The camp is a day camp, as indicated by its name. It is owned and operated by the City of Detroit Parks and Recreation Department, classifying it as municipal-parks. There is no specific information about ACA accreditation, state licensing, staff ratios, or background checks on this general registration portal. Google reviews for 'Heilmann Recreation Center' show a 4.3-star rating from 160 reviews, with comments often praising the facility and programs. The Detroit Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page (@DetroitParksandRec), but no specific Instagram handle for the Heilmann camp was found. The lack of a dedicated camp website makes it difficult to ascertain specific program details, founder information, or years of operation.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day 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 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: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Address: 19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
  • Phone: (313) 628-2760
  • Cost notes: $0.00/$0.00

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp

What ages does Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp accept?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp 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 Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp cost?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $0.00/$0.00 Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp's hours?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp runs 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day 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 Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day 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 Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Detroit?
Heilmann Recreation Center Summer Day Camp is one of 12 traditional day camp camps in Detroit 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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