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Youth Camp

Dayton · $100/week

Dayton Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps for youth aged 6-13, focusing on recreation, education, and social development within a safe environment.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Dayton Recreation website, specifically the 'Recreation' section, which details various programs including summer camps. The 'Youth Camp' is a day camp program for children aged 6-13, running from June 3 to August 2, 2024, with a cost of $100 per week. The website mentions activities like field trips, swimming, arts and crafts, and educational components. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the site, nor is it listed in the ACA directory under 'Dayton Recreation' or 'Youth Camp'. The program is clearly operated by the municipal government, specifically the City of Dayton Department of Recreation. While the website mentions 'qualified staff,' there is no specific language regarding background checks or staff-to-camper ratios. The City of Dayton Recreation has a Facebook page (@DaytonRecreation) but no readily apparent Instagram handle for the camp itself. Google reviews for 'Dayton Recreation' show a 4.2-star rating from 116 reviews, with comments generally positive about program variety and staff engagement.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Youth Camp 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 9am to 4pm
  • Address: 2021 W Third St, Dayton, OH 45417
  • Phone: (937) 333-8400
  • Cost notes: Per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Youth Camp

What ages does Youth Camp accept?
Youth Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Youth Camp cost?
Youth Camp publishes $100/week for the standard session. Per week Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Youth Camp's hours?
Youth Camp runs 9am to 4pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Youth Camp?
Youth Camp 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 Youth Camp provide lunch?
Youth Camp 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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