Day Camp & Teen Adventure Camp

For Camps information, call (510) 981-5140

Email: camps@cityofberkeley.info

Welcome to Berkeley Day Camp!  On this site you will find general information about Berkeley Day Camp, Teen Adventure Camp, and the Counselor-In-Training (CIT) Program. Scholarship and the refund policy are also included on these pages as well as links to forms and brochures. We look forward to another fun-filled season.

Description
Berkeley Day Camp provides a fun and exciting experience for children ages 5-12. Staff provides a safe environment that helps a child develop social skills and appreciation for our local parks. Camp provides recreational activities including arts and crafts, exploration, field games, and cookouts. Participants also enjoy special events such as Summer Halloween and Science of Fun.

Staff and children are bused to and from camp each week. A typical week will comprise of two days in Tilden Park and two days at the Berkeley Marina. Tilden Park is located in the Berkeley Hills, a wonderful lush forest with well-marked trails, lakes, ponds and streams. Berkeley Marina includes pier, dock and shoreline habitats to explore, plus canoeing and the acclaimed Adventure Playground. Swim Day occurs every Friday and campers visit several beach locations, such as Lake Anza in Tilden Park, Crissy Fields in San Francisco or Crown Beach in Alameda. 

Extended Care is optional for an additional fee and provides supervised games, arts and crafts, and a snack in a safe environment. Extended Care Hours are 7:30-9:00 AM & 3:30-6:00 PM, at Willard Park Clubhouse.

Description

Recreational activities including hikes to local landmarks like Indian Rock, Inspiration Point, and rock climbing  build self-assurance as teens achieve a new level of success. Teen Camp use a variety of local parks each week, using buses or public transportation to and from their many locations. Teens meet each day at Washington School. The second week of the 2-week session concludes at Tilden Park in the beautiful Berkeley Hills with an overnight camping trip in Tilden Park. During this trip teens will prepare a family-style dinner, go on a night hike, and make s’mores and hot chocolate to enjoy while telling ghost stories. Berkeley Marina trips include canoeing, making booths for Day Camp’s special events and using skateboards and scooters to ride along the Bay Trail between El Cerrito and Emeryville. Swim Day occurs on Friday of the first week at several beach locations, such as Lake Anza in Tilden Park, Crissy Fields in San Francisco or Crown Beach in Alameda. No extended care is provided for teen campers.

 *July 5, City Holiday

**Session 5 is a 1-week session. Teens must be enrolled in one of the previous 2-week sessions to register for Session 5.

Fees: $300 per 2-week Session 1 ($150 for Session 5)

Description

CIT's have an opportunity to build self-esteem, independence, and leadership skills, while working in the Day Camp sessions.  Under the supervision of the CIT Director, they receive training in camp policies, safety, leadership, problem solving, games, skits and special events. CIT's may sign up for more than one session, provdied their evaluation at the end of the session is average or higher.  This is a great opportunity to prepare for a future employment position at camp!

*July 5, City Holiday

**Session 5 is a 1-week session. Teens must be enrolled in one of the previous 2-week sessions to register for Session 5

All requests for refunds must be directed to the Recreation and Youth Services Manager, 1947 Center Street, Berkeley, CA. 94704. The original receipt must be submitted with a written request for a refund. The request must state the reason for the refund, and the date, time and location of the program. The Recreation and Youth Services Manager will render a decision to either: 1) refund the fee; 2) pro rate the fee; or 3) deny the request.

A full refund will be provided, less an administration fee (per current fee schedule), if the entire reservation is cancelled at least 30 calendar days prior to date of reservation. No refunds will be given if cancellation is made less than 30 days before camp reservation date.

• Cancel: 25% of session cancelled
• Change: $75 per change (except when adding campers or sessions)

Berkeley City Council provides scholarships to low-income Berkeley residents at half the cost.  Only one session per summer is allowed for each child attending. Applications are available by clicking on the link above or may be picked up at the main Parks, Recreation and Waterfront office located at 1947 Center St. in Berkeley.