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Specialized Programs (Umbrella)

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Seattle Parks and Recreation offers a diverse range of specialized day camps for youth, focusing on arts, sports, nature, and unique interests across various...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Seattle Parks and Recreation 2026 Summer Camp Brochure, which details numerous specialized day camps. These camps are run by Seattle Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. The brochure explicitly states that all staff are background checked, including fingerprinting and reference checks. The programs are exclusively day camps, offered at various community centers throughout Seattle, covering interests from arts and crafts to sports and nature exploration. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the brochure provides detailed information on each camp's focus, age range, and location. There is no indication of ACA accreditation for these specific programs. Google reviews for 'Seattle Parks and Recreation' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the variety of programs and accessible facilities. Social media handles for Seattle Parks and Recreation are @seattleparksandrec on Instagram and SeattleParksandRecreation on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 4–21

Specialized Programs (Umbrella) is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

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: 4–21
  • Address: 100 Dexter Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109
  • Phone: (206) 684-4075
  • Cost notes: Varies by program: Day Camp $175/session ($150 for 4-day week)

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Specialized Programs (Umbrella)

What ages does Specialized Programs (Umbrella) accept?
Specialized Programs (Umbrella) is open to children ages 4–21. 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 Specialized Programs (Umbrella) cost?
Specialized Programs (Umbrella) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Varies by program: Day Camp $175/session ($150 for 4-day week) Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Specialized Programs (Umbrella)?
Specialized Programs (Umbrella) 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 Specialized Programs (Umbrella) provide lunch?
Specialized Programs (Umbrella) 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 Specialized Programs (Umbrella) compare to other specialty camps in Seattle?
Specialized Programs (Umbrella) is one of 31 specialty camps in Seattle 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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