Baroody Young Adventurers Camp
An adventure camp for younger children in Alexandria, VA, exploring nature and outdoor activities.
▌ 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 Young Adventurers Camp.' This indicates the camp is a municipal offering rather than an independent entity. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety for participants. The camp is a day camp, catering to children aged 5-12, with activities like outdoor games, arts and crafts, and field trips mentioned. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly published, the city's involvement implies adherence to municipal standards. There is no indication of ACA accreditation for this specific program. Google reviews for 'Alexandria Parks and Recreation' generally show a rating of 4.1 stars based on over 200 reviews, reflecting overall satisfaction with city-run programs.
Who thrives here Ages 6–10
Baroody Young Adventurers 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 specialty 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: Specialty
- Ages: 6–10
- Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm 6/22-26
- 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 Young Adventurers Camp
- What ages does Baroody Young Adventurers Camp accept?
- Baroody Young Adventurers Camp is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Young Adventurers Camp cost?
- Baroody Young Adventurers 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 Young Adventurers Camp's hours?
- Baroody Young Adventurers Camp runs 8:30am-4:30pm 6/22-26. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Baroody Young Adventurers Camp?
- Baroody Young Adventurers 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 Young Adventurers Camp provide lunch?
- Baroody Young Adventurers 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 Young Adventurers Camp compare to other specialty camps in Alexandria?
- Baroody Young Adventurers 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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