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Summer Camps at Parks

Summer Camps run June 1 - Aug. 9, General camps do not have selected sites opened.  Only Eco or TCT sites open through Aug. 16. You can register online. To register your child in person, visit a participating park.

Registration opens April 29. You can register your child anytime throughout the summer. Siblings will enjoy a 10 percent discount.

  • General Camps

    Children will have their swimming abilities tested by certified safety instructors in a water safety experience that will be educational, fun and lifesaving.

    Our camps are inclusive to children with disabilities. Our Disability Services Camps are exclusively for children with disabilities. 

    We are pleased to now offer Fit2Lead camps for children ages 12-14.  Fit2Lead camps are marked F2L below.

    South Miami-Dade

    Central Miami-Dade

    North Miami-Dade

  • Nature Camps

    Develop your child's interest in the environment through exploration and adventure.

    Camp Manatee
    Your child will go on environmental adventures, perform scientific experiments and engage in activities such as kayaking, canoeing and hiking.

    • Ages: 6-14
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17 (no camp July 4)
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; early drop off from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and late pickup from 4 - 6 p.m.
    • Address: Greynolds Park Boathouse, 17530 West Dixie Highway
    • Price: $120 per week, plus a one-time registration fee of $15; early drop off/late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-948-2891 or 305-944-6111

    Camp Black Bear
    Your child will go on environmental adventures, perform scientific experiments and participate in activities like kayaking, canoeing and hiking.

    • Ages: 6-14
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17 (no camp July 4)
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; early drop off from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and late pickup from 4 - 6 p.m. 
    • Address: A.D. Barnes Park Sense of Wonder Nature Center, 3401 SW 72 Ave.
    • Price: $120 per week, plus a one-time registration fee of $15; early drop off/late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-662-4124 or 305-666-5885

    Camp on the Sea
    Marine science, south Florida ecology and aquatic adventures are the focus of this unique camp. Your child will learn about coastal habitats and off-shore coral reefs through snorkeling, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboard activities.

    • Ages: 12-14
    • Dates: June 11 - July 20 (no camp July 4)
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; early drop off from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and late pickup from 4 - 6 p.m. 
    • Address: A.D. Barnes Park, 3401 SW 72 Ave.
    • Price: $160 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15; early drop off/late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-666-5885 or 905-255-4767

    Fishing Camp
    Your child can enjoy fishing and improve his or her fishing skills.

    • Ages: 9-14
    • Dates: July 23 - Aug. 17
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; early drop off from 7:30-9 a.m. and late pickup from 4 - 6 p.m.
    • Address: Tropical Park, Lakeside Pavilion, 7900 SW 40 St.
    • Price: $160 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15; early drop off/late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-666-5885 or 305-255-4767

    Eco Explorers
    Your child will hike, play and discover how to protect natural areas.

    • Ages: 6-8
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17
    • Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.; early drop off from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and late pickup from 5 - 6 p.m. 
    • Address: Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Ave.
    • Price: $175 per week; 4th of July week is $140 for a four-day session
    • Phone: 305-235-1668, ext. 233

    Expedition Deering
    This camp's activities include hiking, kayaking, science experiments and arts & crafts.

    • Ages: 9-14
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17
    • Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Address: Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Ave.
    • Price: $200 per week; 4th of July week is $160 for a four-day session
    • Phone: 305-235-1668, ext. 233

    Junior Naturalist Camp
    This five-day training course encourages your child to take an active role in environmental stewardship and education, and helps prepare them to serve as peer mentors. The program includes certifications in American Red Cross First Aid and Adult/Child CPR as well as an introduction to basic canoeing, South Florida ecosystems, and Leave No Trace. This counselor-in-training program provides service learning hours and prepares the child for experiences, internships, and other opportunities in environmental studies, natural sciences, nature based recreation, and volunteerism.

    • Ages: 15-17
    • Dates: June 11 - 15; June 18 - 22; July 9 - 13
    • Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    • Address: Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Ave.
    • Price: $200 per week
    • Phone: 305-235-1668, ext. 233

    Explorers
    Your child will participate in traditional camp games, crafts, swimming, sports and experience activities such as trail biking, archery, science, rockets, cooking, reptiles and caves.

    • Ages: 6-7
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17 (no camp on July 4)
    • Time: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; early drop off and late pickup is available.
    • Address: Camp Owaissa Bauer, 17001 SW 264 St.
    • Price: $125 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15; early drop off and late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-247-6016

    Adventurers
    Your child will participate in traditional camp games, crafts, swimming, sports and experience activities such as trail biking, archery, science, rockets, cooking, reptiles and caves.

    • Ages: 8-9
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17 (no camp on July 4)
    • Time: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; early drop off and late pickup is available.
    • Address: Camp Owaissa Bauer, 17001 SW 264 St.
    • Price: $125 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15; early drop off and late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-247-6016

    Challengers
    Your child will participate in traditional camp games, crafts, swimming, sports and experience activities such as trail biking, archery, science, rockets, cooking, reptiles and caves.

    • Ages: 10-12
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17
    • Time: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; early drop off and late pickup is available. 
    • Address: Camp Owaissa Bauer, 17001 SW 264 St.
    • Price: $125 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15; early drop off and late pick up available for $10 per camper per week.
    • Phone: 305-247-6016

    Zoo Miami Summer Camp
    Your child will learn about wildlife and conservation through live animal presentations, craft projects, zookeeper talks, wildlife activities, visits to exhibits, recreational games and more.

    • Ages: 4-12
    • Dates: June 11 - Aug. 17
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    • Address: Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St.
    • Price: $180 per week for zoo members; $200 for non-members
    • Phone: 305-255-5551

     Zoo Miami Specialty Camp

    • Ages: 13-15
    • Dates: June 25-29, July 30 - Aug. 3
    • Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
    • Address: Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152 St.
    • Price: $280 for zoo members; $350 for non-members
    • Phone:

  • Sports Camps

    If your child has dreams of being an athlete, let them get started on the path with one of these sports camps.

    Basketball Camp
    Trained staff will teach team and individual play using defensive and offensive drills to improve skills and knowledge of the game.

    • Ages: 6-14
    • Dates: June 10 - Aug. 9
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Address: Tamiami Park, 10901 SW 24 St.
    • Price: $100 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15.
    • Phone: 786-315-5295

    Cheerleading/Dance Camp
    Girls will learn jumps, chants, and modern and jazz dance techniques. Field trips are included.

    • Ages: 6-14
    • Dates: June 10 - Aug. 9
    • Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Location: Tamiami Park, 10901 SW 24 St.
    • Price: $100 per week, plus a one-time annual registration fee of $15.
    • Phone: 786-315-5295

  • Performing/Fine Arts Camps

    Summer Camps run June 10 - Aug. 9. Selected sites open through Aug. 16. You can register online. To register your child in person, visit a participating park.

    Registration opens April 29. You can register your child anytime throughout the summer. Siblings will enjoy a 10 percent discount.

  • Disability

    Children and young adults with disabilities will find enriching camp experiences in sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and field trips. These specialized camps are managed by certified therapeutic recreation therapists.

    Most of these camps offer rolling registration, so you can enroll your child at any time. Register at least one week prior to the desired start date. Choose from six camp locations.

    These camps are sponsored by The Children's Trust.

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