The Spring/Summer Parks & Recreation Activity Guide is now online! Check out all of the summer camps available:
KINDER CAMP
Come have a great time with us as we do age-appropriate activities in this half-day camp. We’ll play games, sing songs, take nature walks, talk about safety, make crafts, eat snacks, and have a few other surprises. Get your kids prepared for Camp Webegee, and don’t miss out on this week of fun! Don’t wait; this camp fills up fast!
Ages 3-5
Session I: June 12 - 16
Session II: July 10 - 14
Tues. - Fri., 9 a.m. - noon
Webster Groves Recreation Complex
Fee: Res $72; Non-Res $86
SAFETY CAMP
Could your child(ren) be safer at home, school, and play? This camp teaches young children how to be safer through songs, coloring books, and other activities. Topics include summer, pedestrian, water and fire safety, safety on wheels, stranger awareness, and what to do when lost. Junior counselors ages 12 and older are needed; apply at The Rec.
Ages 4-6
June 5 - 9
Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - noon
Recreation Complex Gym
Fee: Res $100; Non-Res $115
SPORTS AND MORE CAMP
Sports, arts and crafts, games, ice skating, swimming, and so much more! Campers will swim on certain days, so don't forget your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Participants should bring a non-perishable lunch each day and meet in the Rec Complex gym. Do you need your children to get to camp early or stay after camp? See Camp Plus for extended day.
Ages 5-12
July 3 - 7
Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fee: Res $100; Non-Res $120
ART CAMP
Let’s get our creativity flowing this week as we work with different types of arts and crafts, and in some cases get a little messy. Please make sure to bring your art shirt, and by the end of the week we will display our artwork for all to see! Campers will swim on certain days, so don't forget your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Participants should bring a non-perishable lunch each day and meet in the Ambrose Room in the Rec Complex. Do you need your children to get to camp early or stay after camp? See Camp Plus for extended day.
Ages 5-12
July 24 - 28
Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fee: Res $125; Non-Res $150
AQUA CAMP
Join us as we jump around to different pools in our area! This camp consists of field trips to different Aquatic Centers around St. Louis. Your child will not want to miss this fun adventure week! Campers will swim daily, so don't forget your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Participants should bring a non-perishable lunch each day and meet in the Rec Complex Gym. Do you need your children to get to camp early or stay after camp? See Camp Plus for extended day.
Ages 8-12
July 31 - Aug. 4
Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fee: Res $135; Non-Res $160
PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
Drama and art team up for this fun fine arts camp. Youth receive basic instruction in creative dramatics, scripting, beginning improvisation, set design and construction using various arts and crafts media. Camp is directed by Bill Sharpe, MA in theater from the University of Michigan and instructor/founder of the Webster Groves Youth Theatre and The Stage Company. All projects will come together in a play for participants' families on Friday evening (youth must have completed kindergarten).
Ages 6-12
Aug. 7 - 11
Mon. - Fri., 9 a.m. - noon
Larson Park Main Pavilion
Fee: Res $72; Non-Res $86
CAMP PLUS
For camps where an extended day option is offered, kids will be supervised at play in the same location as the camp.
Same dates as camp
Pre-Camp: Mon. - Fri., 7:30 - 10 a.m.
Post-Camp: Mon - Fri., 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Fee: Res/Non-Res $45 before OR after; $90 both
CAMP WEBEGEE
Don’t miss the chance to meet new friends, renew old acquaintances and have a lot of fun. This camp's primary objective is to provide a quality outdoor experience with an emphasis on nature, games, sports, arts and crafts, swimming at our water park, field trips, and special events. Registration deadline for all sessions is 9 p.m. on the Wednesday prior to session. Visit www.wgparksandrec.com for more information.
Ages 5-12 (age restrictions are strictly enforced)
Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Session I: June 5 - 9
THEME: Wildin’ Out
FIELD TRIP: St. Louis Zoo
Session II: June 12 - 16
THEME: Glow Week
FIELD TRIP: Cosmic Bowling
Session III: June 19 - 23
THEME: Winter Wonderland
FIELD TRIP: Webster Groves Ice Arena
Session IV: June 26 - 30
THEME: Disney Week
SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT: Bobaloo & Kona Ice
Session V: July 3 - 7 (no camp July 4)
THEME: USA!
FIELD TRIP: Rockin’ Jump
Session VI: July 10 - 14
THEME: Dinosaur Week
SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT: Serengeti Steve
Session VII: July 17 - 21
THEME: NASA
FIELD TRIP: Science Center
Session VIII: July 24 - 28
THEME: Adventure Week
FIELD TRIP: Purina Farms
Session IX: July 31 – Aug. 4
THEME: Spirit Week
FIELD TRIP: Ultimate Ninjas
Session X: Aug. 7 - 11
THEME: Webegee’s Got Talent
FIELD TRIP: Ronnie’s Movie Theater
and Friday Night Splash Bash
Location: Blackburn Park main pavilion
Fee: Res $125; Non-Res $150
($5 discount for two or more children in same family)
CAMP WEBEGEE SPLASH BASH
Did your child attend Camp Webegee this summer but is not signed up for week 10? If so, you can still register your child for the Splash Bash at the Webster Groves Aquatic Center! Join us for a night of games, swimming, and pizza as we say good-bye to summer! Each child registered must have attended at least one week of Webegee (splash bash is included for those registered for week 10).
Ages 5-12
Aug. 11
Fri., 7 - 9 p.m.
Fee: Res $12; Non-Res: $14
WEBEGEE PLUS!
For working parents, we've got the plan for you! Your child may extend camp hours to accommodate your working schedule. Kids will be supervised at play. It is important that your child not arrive before 7:30 a.m. or be left after 5:30 p.m. No supervision is provided before 7:30 a.m. A $15/five minutes fee will be assessed to your household. Campers will not be allowed to attend the next session or register for anything until that fee is paid.
Ages 5-12
Same sessions and locations as Camp Webegee
Mon. - Fri., 7:30 - 10 a.m. AND/OR 3 - 5:30 p.m.
Fee: Res/Non-Res $45 before OR after; $90 before AND after
C.I.T. (COUNSELOR IN TRAINING) FOR CAMP WEBEGEE
Have you always wanted to be a Camp Webegee counselor? The CIT experience is an educational opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and experience to become an effective camp counselor. As a C.I.T., participants will discover what it takes through camp trainings and on-the-job experience working with children. To fill out an application, please visit www.wgparksandrec.com. Mandatory training will be held on Wed., May 31.
Ages 13-15
Same Sessions and locations as Camp Webegee
Mon. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fee: Res $48 per week; Non-Res $56 per week
To register for any of these camps, please visit our online catalog.