Welcome to Metro Parks Summer Camp!
Metro Parks Summer Camps are weekly programs designed for kids to come as you are, explore nature and make new friends. With our dedicated and highly trained Camp Team, parents and guardians are guaranteed that their kids will have the opportunity to safely discover a world of outdoor adventures unlike any other, and make memories and friendships that last a lifetime, all in our incredible Metro Parks.
2024 Summer Camp Information
2024 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION AND ESSAY
2024 SUMMER CAMP PARENTS HANDBOOK
WE ASK THAT PARTICIPANTS LIMIT REGISTRATION TO THREE WEEKS TO ALLOW MORE CHILDREN TO PARTICIPATE.
Please note most camps are full at this time! There is limited availability at Scioto Grove Traditional Day Camp, Nature Adventure Camps, Grandcamp and Nature Adventure Camp.
2024 Metro Parks Summer Camp Registration Information
- Camp offerings will be posted online for viewing by Wednesday February 21. This information will include ages, dates, times, themes and prices.
- Early registration date for Franklin County residents ONLY will open on Wednesday March 6 at 9am.
- Camp registration will open to non-Franklin County residents on Thursday March 7 at 9am.
- Camps will be available for children ages 6-12.
- Before and After Care is not available for the 2024 Camp Season.
- Camp hours are 9am – 4pm. Drop-off is from 8:30–9am and Pick-up is from 4–4:30pm.
- Summer Camp Cancellation Policy:
- 90% refund for all cancellations until March 31, 2024
- 50% refund for all cancellations until April 30, 2024
- No refunds after May 1, 2024
How to Register for Summer Camp
- Our registration system has not changed!
- Click here on or after March 6 (Franklin County residents) or March 7 (non-Franklin County residents) to visit the registration page for 2024 Summer Camps.
- Simply login, reset your password (if needed) and update any personal information that has changed prior to completing your registration.
- Need help on registration day? Call 614-891-0700 or email naturecamps@metroparks.net.
Goals of Metro Parks Summer Camp
Our Summer Camps will:
- Create a safe and inclusive environment in which campers can discover nature.
- Provide opportunities for campers to make new friends and build relationships.
- Introduce campers to new outdoor adventures and nature experiences.
- Facilitate the development of new skills through hands-on learning.
- Foster a life-long appreciation and understanding of the natural world.
- Change lives naturally
- Have Fun!
