2026 Summer Day Camp
June 4 ~ August 12
Monday ~ Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
(Extended Camp Hours: 7:30-9 a.m. & 4-5:30 p.m.)
*** As of 5/18, there is limited availability in a few weeks of camp. See below for details. Call the Anderson Parks RecPlex Office for registration information, 513-388-5082. ***
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
REGISTRATION OPENS – Thursday, February 5th at 10:00 a.m. for Anderson Residents
Prior to the start of registration:
- Make sure you have an account in our RecDesk system. New accounts require approval. Approval may take up to 48 hours if an account is created outside of weekday business hours.
- Know your login information (user name and password). If you need assistance with login information, please call the RecPlex office.
- Ensure your account is updated with all family members and current contact information.
- Review the “Helpful Hints” listed below.
Questions: (513) 388-4515
Ages 6-11
Campers must be 6 years of age by August 1, 2026 and completed kindergarten. Campers enjoy games, sports, arts & crafts, swimming and weekly field trips. During core camp hours, campers are divided by age, 6-8 and 9-11. Children need a packed lunch each day w/ beverage; afternoon snack is provided.
Field Trips: Camp field trip day is Tuesday for ages 6-8 and Wednesday for ages 9-11. The cost for the field trip and transportation is included in the camp registration fee.
Afternoon Activities: On Mondays, campers will travel to local parks for games and activities. Each age group will swim three days a week. Swimming will take place at two Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) pools; Mt. Washington Pool and Leblond Pool.
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2026 Camp Weeks
(Field trips are subject to change.)
| Camp Week | Dates | Field Trip |
| Camp 1* | June 4-5 (*Camp starts Thursday, June 4) | Special Event Day (No off-site field trip) |
| Camp 2 | June 8-12 | Scene 75 |
| Camp 3* – FULL | June 15-18 (*No camp Friday, June 19) | Cincinnati Zoo |
| Camp 4 – FULL | June 22-26 | Cinemark Movie |
| Camp 5* – FULL | June 29-July 2 (*No camp Friday, July 3) | The Place Cincy |
| Camp 6 | July 6-10 | Cincinnati Museum Center & Omnimax
(All campers Wednesday) |
| Camp 7 | July 13-17 | Tuesday: Kid’s Clubhouse
Wednesday: Strike & Spare |
| Camp 8 | July 20-24 | Florence Y’alls Game (All campers Wednesday) |
| Camp 9 – FULL | July 27-31 | Nova Adventure Park |
| Camp 10 | August 3-7 | Cherry Grove Lanes |
| Camp 11* – FULL | August 10-12 (*Camp ends Wednesday, August 12) | Special Event Day (No off-site field trip) |
CAMP PRICES
(Prior to February 1st, all fees are subject to change.)
SUMMER DAY CAMP PRICES (9 A.M.–4 P.M.)
| $ 215 / week | Anderson resident child |
EXTENDED CAMP PRICES (7:30–9 A.M. and/or 4–5:30 P.M.)
Extended Camp is required for any hours outside of 9 a.m.–4 p.m., and is an additional cost per child, each week. Campers have the option to register for morning extended camp, afternoon extended camp or both.
| Anderson resident child | |
| Morning: 7:30-9 a.m. | $ 25 / week |
| Afternoon: 4-5:30 p.m. | $ 25 / week |
CAMP #1 PRICES (CAMP STARTS: Thursday, June 4)
| $ 90 / week | Anderson resident child |
| Extended Camp: | Anderson resident child |
| Morning: 7:30-9 a.m. | $ 10 / week |
| Afternoon: 4-5:30 p.m. | $ 10 / week |
CAMP #3 & 5 PRICES (NO CAMP: Friday, June 19 or Friday, July 3)
| $ 175 / week | Anderson resident child |
| Extended Camp: | Anderson resident child |
| Morning: 7:30-9 a.m. | $ 20 / week |
| Afternoon: 4-5:30 p.m. | $ 20 / week |
CAMP #11 PRICES (CAMP ENDS: Wednesday, August 12)
| $ 130 / week | Anderson resident child |
| Extended Camp: | Anderson resident child |
| Morning: 7:30-9 a.m. | $ 15 / week |
| Afternoon: 4-5:30 p.m. | $ 15 / week |
REGISTRATION POLICY & INFORMATION
Summer day camp registration is online only through our RecDesk software system. Each weekly camp has enrollment limits; registration is first-come, first-served. A camp spot is secured once check-out is completed and payment is processed. Adding the camp week to the shopping cart does not “hold” it. An automated email receipt from RecDesk will be sent after the registration is submitted.
Additional forms will be required once registration is complete. Parents will receive a follow up email with information on how to complete the required camp participant forms. These forms include: Release of Liability, Emergency & Medical Information, and Transportation Authorization.
The day camp information packet will be emailed in March. This packet includes details about daily activities, pool procedures and discipline policies. Please review the payment schedule to know when camp balances are due.
PAYMENTS & REFUNDS
At the time of registration, each week of camp requires a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit per child. The remaining balance is due according to the following payment schedule:
| Camps 1-3: | Balance due March 2nd |
| Camps 4-7: | Balance due April 1st |
| Camps 8-11: | Balance due May 1st |
DEPOSITS: The $50 deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. If a change to the registration is required, the $50 is lost. If the remaining balance has been paid, it may be transferred or refunded if the request is made by May 1st.
All change of registration requests must be made by May 1st or the total camp payment will be forfeited. There is a $25 fee for returned checks.
ONLINE REGISTRATION ~ HELPFUL HINTS
- Know your login information (user name and password). Ensure your account is updated with all family members and current contact information. Any family member additions require approval.
- If you have never used the online portal, we recommend getting familiar with it in advance.
- Campers must enroll in each week he/she would like to attend. (ex: If Johnny wants to attend camp six weeks, you will enroll in six camps and have six activities in your cart.)
- A camp spot is secured once check-out is completed and payment is processed. Items in the shopping cart are not finalized. An automated email receipt from RecDesk will be sent after the registration is submitted.
- DO NOT add information in the notes box during the registration process. Additional forms will be required once registration is complete. Parents will receive a follow up email with information on how to complete these forms (Release of Liability, Emergency & Medical Information, Authorized Escorts)
- At the time of registration, each week of camp requires a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit per child. Toggle the box that says Pay only deposit of $50. If not toggled, the full amount will be charged.
- The billing zip code on the credit card must match the zip code at check-out.
PROGRAM GOALS
Our carefully selected team of counselors emphasize fun, provide new experiences in a safe, outdoor environment & lead according to the six pillars of character; Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Fairness and Citizenship. Character Counts!
