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Camp Howard

Columbus · $120/week

Camp Howard is a summer day camp offered by Columbus Recreation and Parks, providing a variety of activities for children in a community setting.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Columbus Recreation and Parks Department's summer camps page, confirming that Camp Howard is one of their offerings. The website explicitly states that the camps are for children and include activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and educational components. The cost per week is listed as $120, aligning with the provided information. As a municipal program, it is owned and operated by the City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department. Social media handles for Columbus Recreation and Parks were found on their website, including Instagram (@columbusrecparks) and Facebook (ColumbusRecParks). No specific information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies for Camp Howard itself was found on the provided URL or linked pages, leading to 'U' for these fields.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Camp Howard 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Address: 2505 N Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
  • Phone: (614) 645-3300
  • Cost notes: Non-resident fees apply

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Howard

What ages does Camp Howard accept?
Camp Howard 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 Camp Howard cost?
Camp Howard publishes $120/week for the standard session. Non-resident fees apply Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Howard's hours?
Camp Howard runs 8 a.m. - 5 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 Howard?
Camp Howard 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 Howard provide lunch?
Camp Howard 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 Howard compare to other community/rec center camps in Columbus?
Camp Howard is one of 24 community/rec center camps in Columbus 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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