Dottie Lynn Summer Camp
Dottie Lynn Summer Camp, offered by Arlington Parks and Recreation, provides themed weekly day camp experiences for children aged 5-10 in Arlington, Texas.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to an article on the City of Arlington's official website announcing summer camps, including Dottie Lynn Summer Camp. This indicates the camp is operated by the municipal parks department. The article specifies that Dottie Lynn Summer Camp is for children aged 5-10, running weekly from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with a cost of $160 per week for residents. Activities include games, crafts, and field trips, with each week having a different theme. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. While the specific camp doesn't have a dedicated social media presence, the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department has an Instagram handle @arlingtonparks and a Facebook page 'ArlingtonParksandRecreation'. Google reviews for 'Dottie Lynn Recreation Center' show a 4.4-star rating from 104 reviews, with comments generally positive about the facility and programs, though not specifically detailing the summer camp experience.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Dottie Lynn Summer 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 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
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- Address: 3200 Norwood Lane, Arlington, Texas 76013
- Cost notes: USD. $150/week if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Dottie Lynn Summer Camp
- What ages does Dottie Lynn Summer Camp accept?
- Dottie Lynn Summer 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 Dottie Lynn Summer Camp cost?
- Dottie Lynn Summer Camp publishes $160/week for the standard session. USD. $150/week if you sign up by the Thursday prior to each camp week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Dottie Lynn Summer Camp's hours?
- Dottie Lynn Summer Camp runs 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Dottie Lynn Summer Camp?
- Dottie Lynn Summer 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 Dottie Lynn Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Dottie Lynn Summer 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.
- How does Dottie Lynn Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Arlington?
- Dottie Lynn Summer Camp is one of 13 community/rec center camps in Arlington 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.
Planning guides
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Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Dottie Lynn Summer Camp.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tarrant County - Main Branch · 608 N Elm St, Arlington · Ages 5–18 · $25/week
- Wimbish Boys & Girls Club · 1601 Wright St, Arlington · Ages 5–18 · $25/week
- Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School - Camp Invention: Spark · Arlington ISD - Berry Elementary School · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks & Recreation Summer Camps · Multiple Locations · Ages 5–12
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Early Bird Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $150/week
- Arlington Parks Summer Camp (Regular Rate) · Beacon Recreation Center, Dottie Lynn Recreation Center, Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, East Library and Recreation Center, Elzie Odom Athletic Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Beacon Recreation Center · Beacon Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week
- Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture Summer Camp - Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Cliff Nelson Recreation Center · Ages 5–12 · $160/week