What ages does KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp accept?

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp is open to children ages 6–13. 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 KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp cost?

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. $30 registration fee. Before and after care available for an additional $20/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp's hours?

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp?

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure 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 KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp provide lunch?

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 6–13

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp

Swope Park · $150/week

An outdoor adventure day camp in Swope Park focusing on nature exploration and activities.

▌ Editor's read The KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp is a day camp program offered by Kansas City Parks and Recreation, catering to children aged 6-13. The camp's website, kcparks.org/programs/summer-day-camps/, loads successfully and details various summer day camp options, including the Outdoor Adventure Camp. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. As a municipal program, it is operated by the city's parks department. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or mention background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'KC Parks' generally show a 4.5-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about park facilities and community programs, though specific reviews for the Outdoor Adventure Camp are not readily available. Social media handles found on the website are @kcparks for Instagram and 'kcparks' for Facebook. The camp focuses on outdoor activities and environmental education, utilizing various park locations within Kansas City.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–13

KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp 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: 6–13
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address: Swope Park, 6900 Swope Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64132, USA
Phone: 816-513-7500
Cost notes: $30 registration fee. Before and after care available for an additional $20/week.

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp

What ages does KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp accept?: KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp is open to children ages 6–13. 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 KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp cost?: KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. $30 registration fee. Before and after care available for an additional $20/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp's hours?: KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp?: KC Parks Outdoor Adventure 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 KC Parks Outdoor Adventure Camp provide lunch?: KC Parks Outdoor Adventure 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.

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