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Outdoor Recreation Camps

Wyandot Lodge (3228 Indian Village Road) for in-person registration

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department offers various summer day camps, including outdoor recreation, sports, and arts, for children aged 5-17.

▌ Editor's read The Columbus Recreation and Parks Department operates a variety of summer day camps, as evidenced by the 'Summer Camps' section of their website. These camps cater to different age groups, from 5 to 17 years old, and cover themes such as outdoor recreation, sports, and arts. The website provides detailed information on camp locations, dates, and registration procedures. As a municipal entity, the camps are likely to adhere to local government standards and regulations. However, there is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the provided webpage. Information regarding background checks for staff is also not explicitly stated.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Outdoor Recreation Camps 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 outdoors/nature 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: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Address: 1111 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43205
  • Phone: (614) 645-3300
  • Cost notes: Non-residents must pay additional fees. Check FranklinCountyAuditor.com for residency confirmation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Outdoor Recreation Camps

What ages does Outdoor Recreation Camps accept?
Outdoor Recreation Camps 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 Outdoor Recreation Camps cost?
Outdoor Recreation Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Non-residents must pay additional fees. Check FranklinCountyAuditor.com for residency confirmation. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Outdoor Recreation Camps?
Outdoor Recreation Camps 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 Outdoor Recreation Camps provide lunch?
Outdoor Recreation Camps 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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