Day Camp (5-7)
Camp Rockfish offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 5-7, focusing on outdoor activities and Christian values in Parkton, NC.
▌ Editor's read The website for Camp Rockfish (camprockfish.org) loads successfully and provides information on their day camp programs. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, so its accreditation status is unknown. There is no state license number provided on the website. The camp appears to be a Christian-based organization, as indicated by their mission statement and program descriptions, suggesting an 'unknown' owner type as it's not explicitly a church or university. The program type is clearly day camp, with specific offerings for ages 5-7. The website does not mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Social media handles found are @camprockfish on Instagram and 'camprockfish' on Facebook. Google reviews for Camp Rockfish show a rating of 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, with many positive comments about the staff and activities.
Who thrives here Ages 5–7
Day Camp (5-7) is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. traditional day camp content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–7
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 226 Camp Rockfish Rd, Parkton, NC 28371
- Cost notes: per session
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Day Camp (5-7)
- What ages does Day Camp (5-7) accept?
- Day Camp (5-7) is open to children ages 5–7. 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 Day Camp (5-7) cost?
- Day Camp (5-7) publishes $240/week for the standard session. per session Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Day Camp (5-7)'s hours?
- Day Camp (5-7) runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Does Day Camp (5-7) provide lunch?
- Day Camp (5-7) 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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