Camp · Specialty · Ages 8–14 · $595/week
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▌ Specialty · Ages 8–14

Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp

Alexandria · $595/week

A fishing camp for youth in Alexandria, VA, focusing on outdoor adventure and fishing skills.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities camp page, which lists various camps, including 'Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp'. This indicates the camp is a municipal offering. The website does not mention ACA accreditation for this specific camp. There is no explicit information regarding state licensing numbers for individual camps on the city's recreation page. The camp is a day camp, with a cost of $595 per week. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the city's general camp information implies a structured environment. Social media handles for the department are @alexandriaparksrec on Instagram and 'AlexandriaParksandRec' on Facebook. Google reviews for 'Alexandria Parks and Recreation' generally show a positive sentiment, with an average rating of around 4.5 stars from hundreds of reviews, often praising the variety of programs and facilities.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–14

Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right specialty fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Specialty
  • Ages: 8–14
  • Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm 7/13-17
  • Address: Various locations in Alexandria, VA
  • Phone: 703-746-5414

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp

What ages does Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp accept?
Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp is open to children ages 8–14. 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 Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp cost?
Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp publishes $595/week for the standard session. That sits 116% above the $275 median for specialty camps in Alexandria — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp's hours?
Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp runs 8:30am-4:30pm 7/13-17. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp?
Baroody Adventure Fishing 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 Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp provide lunch?
Baroody Adventure Fishing 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 Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
Baroody Adventure Fishing Camp is one of 61 specialty camps in Alexandria 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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