Don't get caught with a camp-free summer. The Arlington County Parks and Recreation Department has got you covered, but act fast!
Registration for Summer 2019 starts on February 13, so take a look at the camp catalog today. There are dozens of options at all different price points and age groups.
Here are some examples of the types of camps available:
Tiny Chefs: Cooking Around the World will have your kids learning how to make Italian, Indian, Vietnamese, Mexican and French dishes while practicing various cooking techniques. This week-long camp costs $399 and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Creative Arts Camp will teach your children all about growing their talents and making their own art. This popular two-week camp features activities such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, bookmaking, mask-making, and multi-cultural arts. The cost is $520, and this camp runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily with an extended care option until 6 p.m.
AlphaBest: Adventures in Engineering challenges students to recycle items into art, household items, and toy cars. They can then compete in a Recycled Racer Rally. Developed by the Boston Museum of Science, this workshop emphasizes the engineering design process throughout the activities, encouraging creative-problem-solving and innovation. This popular week-long camp runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily with optional before- and after-care, and costs $300.
How to Register
- Register online starting at 7 a.m. on February 13.
- Walk-in registration takes place at the main registration office at 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive in Arlington and begins at 8 a.m. on February 15.
- Phone registration starts on February 15 and can be done by calling (703) 228-4747.
- If you have questions about eligibility for fee reductions, call (703) 228-4747 for help.
**All photos in this article are courtesy of the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department.
For more information about summer camp or other programming, visit the Arlington Parks and Recreation Department website.
Do your kids attend an Arlington County summer camp? Which are your favorite camps offered? Let us know in the comments below!
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