Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–12 · $175/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–12

Camp Exploration

Lake Johnson Park · $175/week

Camp Exploration is a day camp offered by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources for children with disabilities, focusing on outdoor activities and...

▌ Editor's read Camp Exploration is a specialized day camp for children with disabilities, operated by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, as indicated on the provided URL (raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/services/specialized-recreation-and-inclusion-services/sris-summer-camps). The camp is part of the Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services (SRIS) program. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, which is a positive safety indicator. The program focuses on outdoor activities and community outings, suggesting an emphasis on experiential learning and social integration. The camp is offered at a cost of $175 per week, as per the provided information. As a municipal program, it likely benefits from city resources and oversight, though specific accreditation information was not found on the page.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Camp Exploration 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: 8–12
  • Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Address: 2401 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27607
  • Phone: (919) 996-2147

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Exploration

What ages does Camp Exploration accept?
Camp Exploration is open to children ages 8–12. 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 Camp Exploration cost?
Camp Exploration publishes $175/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Exploration's hours?
Camp Exploration runs 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Exploration?
Camp Exploration 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 Camp Exploration provide lunch?
Camp Exploration 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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