Park Specialty Camps
For Campers Ages 10-15.
Check Out Our Offerings for
Kids Ages 10-15 (Rising 5th-9th) This Summer!
Hands on, Minds On Specialty Camp
for Ages 10-14 (Rising 5th-8th)
Program Overview:
Our “Hands On, Minds On” Specialty Camps offer an elevated, age-appropriate progression from the traditional day-camp experience. As campers develop their passions, they are eager to have more immersive experiences in topics that challenge and inspire them, and our specialty camp program is designed to do just that.
The specialty camp program is a full-day experience. Campers can either choose a full-day camp that provides an immersive experience in one topic for the full week, or they can pair two half-day camps that provide more variety throughout the day. The camps are designed and taught by Park teachers and experts, marrying individual passions with camper interests. Each full-week session costs $525 (prorated for shorter weeks).
Camp Details – Prices and Schedules:
Ages: 10-14 (rising 5th-8th Grade)
Dates: June 22 to August 7
Full Day: 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Cost: $525 per week (full day, 5-day week)
Time: 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. (Campers can be dropped off as early as 8:15 a.m. Afternoon carpool ends at 3:30 p.m.)
| Specialty Camps |
|---|
| Week 1: June 22 to June 26 |
| Week 2: June 29 to July 2 (camp is closed on July 3) |
| Week 3: July 6 to July 10 |
| Week 4: July 13 to July 17 |
| Week 5: July 20 to July 24 |
| Week 6: July 27 to July 31 |
| Week 7: August 3 to August 7 |
Create Your Own Camp Experience!
For each week of camp, choose between the full-day experience, or pair a morning and afternoon session together for more variety throughout the day. Campers will also enjoy pool time each afternoon. We encourage parents/guardians to select camp options in partnership with their camper. Families can change their selection within a specific week at no charge until June 6; changes after June 6 are allowed for a $25 transfer fee up until the start of camp. Once camp begins, no changes are permitted.
Schedule below is for Summer 2026.
Week 1: June 22–June 26
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| Lego Robotics | Creative Writing and Nature Fun | Mission in the Kitchen (Baking and Pastries) |
Full-Day Experience:
Lego Robotics
Participants will use Robot Inventor kits to build robots with a computer brain, sensors, and motors. Then, they will code the robots to move and complete tasks using a simple drag and drop programming interface. No experience necessary.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
Creative Writing and Nature Fun + Mission in the Kitchen (Baking and Pastries)
Campers kick off the day exploring creativity through writing, games, music, and yoga. Using Park’s 100-acre wooded campus for inspiration — trails, streams, and natural beauty — they draw on both favorite and new authors in fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction. Campers experiment with different forms, create solo and collaborative projects, and meet one-on-one with the teacher, all while sharing their work in a supportive, upbeat environment.
In the afternoon, campers move to the kitchen for a hands-on baking workshop. Each day focuses on a different skill, from quick breads and cookies to yeast doughs, cakes, and pies, while emphasizing kitchen safety and building confidence. By the end of the week, campers will have made a variety of baked goods from scratch. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 2: June 29–July 2 (camp is closed on July 3)
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| Engineer Decathlon | Storytelling and Art | Mission in the Kitchen (Regional Cuisine of the USA) |
Full-Day Experience:
Engineer Decathlon
Campers will put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test with a series of classic engineering challenges — from the legendary Egg Drop to speedy Mouse Trap Cars and more. Working both independently and as part of a team, participants dive into the full engineering design process: brainstorming, building, testing, and refining their creations. No prior experience is needed.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
Storytelling and Art + Mission in the Kitchen (Regional Cuisine of the USA)
In the morning session, campers bring their creative ideas to life through both writing and illustration. Over the week, they can craft short stories, a graphic novel, or the beginnings of a novel, while designing accompanying artwork — cover art, chapter illustrations, and promotional materials.
In the afternoon, Regional Cuisine of the USA brings campers into the kitchen to explore flavors from across the country. Campers will prepare regional favorites — chowder, mac and cheese, cornbread, deep-dish mini pizzas, fajitas, grain bowls, and more — finishing with sweet treats like blueberry crisp, peach cobbler, butter cake, churros, and fruit tarts. Along the way, they practice essential kitchen skills, learn regional techniques, and build confidence creating both savory and sweet dishes. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 3: July 6–July 10
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| Dungeons & Dragons | 5 Days of Art | Mission in the Kitchen (Global Street Food) |
Full-Day Experience:
Dungeons & Dragons
Step into the realm of epic quests, daring heroes, and fantastical worlds at Park’s Dungeons & Dragons Camp. Campers will learn the essentials of tabletop roleplaying, from crafting unique characters to navigating thrilling storylines filled with puzzles, battles, and collaboration. Students will also be encouraged to step into the role of Dungeon Master and run their own games, and each week will offer a dynamic new adventure shaped by the group. Whether they’re seasoned adventurers or brand new to the game, everyone will find a welcoming space to unleash their creativity and contribute to the story.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
5 Days of Art + Mission in the Kitchen (Global Street Food)
In the morning session, campers explore a range of artistic mediums through daily hands-on projects that introduce new themes and techniques. Later in the week, they embark on an independent piece that blends mediums or expands on earlier work, culminating in a Friday gallery walk for campers and their families.
In the afternoon, Global Street Food takes campers on a culinary tour. Campers will create dishes from around the world — including chicken tacos, teriyaki bowls, hummus with pita, chicken shawarma, pad thai, spring rolls, arancini, and garlic knots — while learning essential kitchen skills, exploring new ingredients, and discovering how street food reflects different cultures. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 4: July 13–July 17
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| The Park Edge: Summer Performance Camp | Creative Writing and Nature Fun | Mission in the Kitchen (Breakfast Basics) |
Full-Day Experience:
The Park Edge: Summer Performance Camp
This camp is a full-day, high-energy program for young athletes looking to develop skills, strategy, and competitive confidence. Campers rotate through football, basketball, and soccer, experiencing multi-sport training while building sport-specific abilities. Families gain a window into “The Park Edge,” our philosophy of growth and competitive placement within the MIAA and IAAM Conferences. The camp emphasizes the full student-athlete, fostering confidence, leadership, teamwork, and positive competition. Campers also explore sport science, nutrition, strength and conditioning, and careers in athletics, with guidance from collegiate and professional guest speakers. This hands-on, immersive week prepares athletes to grow both on and off the field.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
Creative Writing and Nature Fun + Mission in the Kitchen (Breakfast Basics)
Campers kick off the day exploring creativity through writing, games, music, and yoga. Using Park’s 100-acre wooded campus for inspiration — trails, streams, and natural beauty — they draw on both favorite and new authors in fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction. Campers experiment with different forms, create solo and collaborative projects, and meet one-on-one with the teacher, all while sharing their work in a supportive, upbeat environment.
In the afternoon, campers transition to the kitchen, where they will create breakfast favorites. Each day focuses on a new theme — from eggs, pancakes, and breakfast sandwiches to smoothies, parfaits, and baked classics like cinnamon rolls and French toast. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 5: July 20–July 24
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
Dungeons & Dragons | Outdoor Art | Mission in the Kitchen (Pizza, Pasta, & Italian Classics) |
Full-Day Experience:
Dungeons & Dragons
Step into the realm of epic quests, daring heroes, and fantastical worlds at Park’s Dungeons & Dragons Camp. Campers will learn the essentials of tabletop roleplaying, from crafting unique characters to navigating thrilling storylines filled with puzzles, battles, and collaboration. Students will also be encouraged to step into the role of Dungeon Master and run their own games, and each week will offer a dynamic new adventure shaped by the group. Whether they’re seasoned adventurers or brand new to the game, everyone will find a welcoming space to unleash their creativity and contribute to the story.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
Outdoor Art + Mission in the Kitchen (Pizza, Pasta, & Italian Classics)
In the morning session, campers blend creativity with adventure as they use Park’s 100-acre campus as both inspiration and studio, exploring a range of art forms through nature hikes, outdoor sketching, and hands-on projects shaped by the natural world.
In the afternoon, campers enter the kitchen for a hands-on introduction to Italian cooking. Throughout the week, campers will create dishes such as fettuccine with marinara, cheese ravioli with tomato cream sauce, minestrone, homemade Caesar salad, individual pizzas, garlic knots, tiramisu parfaits, and pizzelles. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 6: July 27–July 31
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| The Park Edge: Summer Performance Camp | Pop Art, Cartooning, & Printmaking | Mission in the Kitchen (Sandwich Shop Classics) |
Full-Day Experience:
The Park Edge: Summer Performance Camp
This camp is a full-day, high-energy program for young athletes looking to develop skills, strategy, and competitive confidence. Campers rotate through football, basketball, and soccer, experiencing multi-sport training while building sport-specific abilities. Families gain a window into “The Park Edge,” our philosophy of growth and competitive placement within the MIAA and IAAM B and C Conferences. The camp emphasizes the full student-athlete, fostering confidence, leadership, teamwork, and positive competition. Campers also explore sport science, nutrition, strength and conditioning, and careers in athletics, with guidance from collegiate and professional guest speakers. This hands-on, immersive week prepares athletes to grow both on and off the field.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
Pop Art, Cartooning, & Printmaking + Mission in the Kitchen (Sandwich Shop Classics)
Campers begin the day in Pop Art, Cartooning & Printmaking, exploring bold visual styles through character design, expressive lettering, and hands-on printmaking techniques such as block printing, screen printing, and stamping. As they sketch, carve, ink, and layer their creations, campers build a vibrant portfolio that showcases their creativity and sense of design.
In the afternoon, they bring that same creativity into the kitchen with Sandwich Shop Classics, where they practice knife skills and make favorites like turkey clubs, chicken Caesar wraps, grilled cheese, hoagies, and subs. The week culminates in a signature sandwich challenge, giving campers a chance to apply their design mindset to crafting—and naming—their own culinary creations. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Week 7: August 3–August 7
Campers can choose between the full-day experience, or pair the morning and afternoon sessions together for more variety throughout the day.
| Full-Day Experience | Morning Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| Dungeons & Dragons | 5 Days of Art | Mission in the Kitchen (Culinary Science Week) |
Full-Day Experience:
Dungeons & Dragons
Step into the realm of epic quests, daring heroes, and fantastical worlds at Park’s Dungeons & Dragons Camp. Campers will learn the essentials of tabletop roleplaying, from crafting unique characters to navigating thrilling storylines filled with puzzles, battles, and collaboration. Students will also be encouraged to step into the role of Dungeon Master and run their own games, and each week will offer a dynamic new adventure shaped by the group. Whether they’re seasoned adventurers or brand new to the game, everyone will find a welcoming space to unleash their creativity and contribute to the story.
Morning + Afternoon Combination:
5 Days of Art + Mission in the Kitchen (Culinary Science Week)
In the morning session, campers explore a range of artistic mediums through daily hands-on projects that introduce new themes and techniques, leading up to an independent piece later in the week that blends mediums or builds on earlier work and concludes with a Friday family gallery walk.
In the afternoon, Culinary Science Week invites campers to discover the “why” behind cooking as they create delicious dishes tied to daily themes — from emulsions and foams to fermentation, leavening, heat, browning, gels, and thickening. As they experiment with homemade dressings, whipped cream, bread rolls, pancakes, roasted potatoes, fruit jam, pudding, and more, campers observe reactions and learn the science that makes food both fun and flavorful. Please note: this camp includes a $25 materials fee.
Leadership Development/Counselor in Training (C.I.T.)
Ages: 12–15 (Rising 7th-9th Grade)
Date: June 22 to July 2
(camp is closed on July 3)
Time: 8:30 a.m.– 3:15 p.m.
Cost: $575 / 2-week camp
*Campers can be dropped off as early as 8:15 a.m. Afternoon carpool ends at 3:30 p.m.
Calling all young people interested in working with kids! Do you want to learn more about childcare, train to become a counselor at Park Camps, or do you have dreams of one day working with young people?
During the morning sessions of Park’s Leadership Development Camp, campers will receive extensive training in childcare, including discovering fun games and activities to do with kids, what to do in an emergency, and even tips on how to get a babysitting job. During the afternoon sessions, campers will have the opportunity to apply their training from the morning workshops by working directly with younger kids. In addition, campers will be asked to process their experiences with each other and a lead instructor. Through the CIT Program, campers will learn to become stronger leaders.
After completing the two-week Leadership Development program, campers may apply to intern for additional weeks — as many as they are available — for the remainder of the summer (July 6-August 7). Acceptance into these additional weeks is based on the CIT’s engagement, responsibility, teamwork, and ability to apply leadership skills with younger children. Those who demonstrate maturity, initiative, and a positive attitude are most likely to be invited to continue, gaining hands-on experience and additional opportunities to develop their leadership abilities. There is no charge for the additional internship weeks from July 6-August 7.
** Completing the Leadership Development Program does not guarantee participants will be hired as future paid counselors at Park Camps.
