Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12 · $90/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park

Blythewood Park · $90/week

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park offers a day camp experience for children aged 5-12, focusing on recreation, arts and crafts, and fiel...

▌ Editor's read The Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park is a day camp for children aged 5-12, operated by Richland County Recreation. The website, richlandcountyrecreation.com/229/Summer-Camps, loads successfully and provides detailed information about the camp, including registration dates, fees ($90 per week for residents, $115 for non-residents), and daily schedules. Activities include recreation, arts and crafts, and field trips. The camp runs from June 10 to August 9, 2024. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the website. Google reviews for 'Richland County Recreation' average 4.2 stars from 125 reviews, with some positive comments about the facilities and programs. Social media handles found are @richlandcountyrecreation on Instagram and RichlandCountyRecreation on Facebook. The website does not explicitly state whether staff undergo background checks.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 7am-6pm
  • Address: 126 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC 29016, USA
  • Cost notes: Morning session is free, afternoon session is $90 per week. Sibling discounts available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park

What ages does Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park accept?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park cost?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park publishes $90/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park's hours?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park runs 7am-6pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park 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 Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park provide lunch?
Richland County Summer Explore Camp at Blythewood Park 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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