What ages does Camp Discovery accept?

Camp Discovery is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Discovery cost?

Camp Discovery publishes $75/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Camp Discovery's hours?

Camp Discovery runs 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 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 Discovery?

Camp Discovery 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 Discovery provide lunch?

Camp Discovery 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 Camp Discovery compare to other traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem?

Camp Discovery is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem 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.

▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–11

Camp Discovery

Winston-Salem · $75/week

Camp Discovery, offered by Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks, provides a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12 with a focus on recreation and...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully and directs to the 'Out of School Programs' page for the City of Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks. Camp Discovery is listed as a summer day camp for ages 6-12, operating from June 17 to August 9, 2024, with a weekly fee of $75. The program includes themed weeks, field trips, swimming, and arts & crafts, indicating a traditional day camp structure. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The website does not explicitly mention staff background checks, nor does it provide specific staff-to-camper ratios. The owner type is clearly municipal-parks. A Google search for 'Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks' reveals a 4.4-star rating from 162 reviews, with general positive comments about park facilities and programs, though no specific reviews for Camp Discovery itself were found. The Facebook handle for Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks is 'WinstonSalemRecreationAndParks'.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Camp Discovery 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: 5–11
Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Address: 480 W 3rd St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone: (336) 727-8000
Cost notes: Resident: $75/week, Non-Resident: $95/week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Discovery

What ages does Camp Discovery accept?: Camp Discovery is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Discovery cost?: Camp Discovery publishes $75/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Discovery's hours?: Camp Discovery runs 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 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 Discovery?: Camp Discovery 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 Discovery provide lunch?: Camp Discovery 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 Camp Discovery compare to other traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem?: Camp Discovery is one of 9 traditional day camp camps in Winston-Salem 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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WePLAY Summer Camp · Ages 5–12 · $100/week
Whitaker Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark · Whitaker Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark · Ages 5–12
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Non-Resident) · Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks · Ages 6–21 · $95/week
Winston-Salem Camp Discovery (Resident) · Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks · Ages 6–21 · $75/week
Winston-Salem WePLAY Summer Camp (Non-Resident) · Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks · Ages 6–11 · $225/week