Fun and Excitement, All Day Long
Summer Day Camps are one of the most popular programs that Rotary Camp offers. Campers enjoy traditional camp activities, while spending each night at home. This model program is a great alternative to traditional extended school year programs or day care. The days are packed full of activities and limited down time.
Day Campers are organized into small groups based on age and abilities. With the leadership of our exceptionally trained counselors, campers rotate through different camp activities including games, crafts, campfires, nature programs and more. Once familiarity is gained, many campers graduate onto the overnight camp experience.
At each of our day camps there are two counselors to every six campers. Other staff on site include the directors, program coordinators, behavior specialists, and nursing staff. The Akron Rotary Camp strives to meet the individual needs of each of the campers. Staff will work with families, teachers, and other support services to help provide successful experiences. However, the Akron Rotary Camp cannot provide one on one attention to campers with additional needs without the financial support from the camper's family or other provider networks.
The goals of our day camp programs are to develop social skills; promote physical activity; increase independence; raise self-esteem and develop the skills necessary to attend a week of overnight camp. The goals are accomplished through camp activities and programs, staff leadership and regular communication between camp staff and parents.
Transportation is available to qualifying individuals registered prior to April 15th.
If you have any questions about anyone of the programs listed below please feel free to call the camp office at 330.644.4512.
Camp registration is open! Download the 2010 registration form HERE !
Summer Dayz at Rotary
Ages 6-21
Monday - Friday 10am – 4pm
Our traditional Rotary Day Camp allows campers to experience some of the best that Rotary Camp has to offer. Campers are organized into cabin groups according to age and ability. While at camp, campers enjoy crafts, games, nature activities, songs and so much more! Each day, weather permitting, campers will also have the opportunity to explore the excitement of Rex Lake, through activities including swimming, canoeing and other water games.
Rotary Explorers at Hale Farm & Village
Ages 6-21
Monday-Friday 9am – 3pm
This day camp is offered in collaboration with our friends at Hale Farm & Village. Located in Bath, Ohio, Hale Farm & Village is a living history museum focused on 19th century America. Rotary Explorers will participate in traditional camp activities including crafts, field games and natural exploration. At times, campers will have the opportunity to participate in Hale Farm & Village-sponsored programs. Small group sizes and the unique natural environment make this program a one of a kind opportunity.
The Rotary Camp staff at Hale Farm & Village go through the same intense training that all of our traditional staff does. The counselor to camper ratio does not exceed 2:6.
YMCA Medina Bees Camp
Ages 3-21
Monday-Friday 8:30am – 2:30pm
This day camp is an exciting collaboration with Rotary Camp, the Medina YMCA, and the Medina County Developmental Disabilities Board! This year we will continue to offer two, three-week day camp sessions at the beautiful Windfall campus. Campers will have a blast exploring the natural environment, trying new crafts, participating in games, singing camp songs, and developing friendships. The great Rotary Camp staff will provide opportunities for campers to learn and grow in a safe environment.
The Rotary Camp staff at the YMCA Medina Bees Camp go through the same intense training that all of our traditional staff does. The counselor to camper ratio does not exceed 2:6. Medina County Developmental Disabilities Board will provide nursing staff to distribute any medications and to help provide necessary care to our campers.
This program is being sponsored through the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities. A limited number of funds is available to help support the cost of camp to eligible participants. Also consider working with other local agencies and schools to help secure funding. Rotary Camp and the YMCA are committed to ensure that everyone gets an opportunity to attend our camps. Please contact the camp office at 330.644.4512 for more information and help.
Transportation will be provided by the Medina County Board to qualifying participants. Registrations must be received by May 15th to ensure a space on the bus.
Portage Trailblazers Day Camp - New 2010!
Ages 3-21
Monday - Friday 9am -3pm
We are excited to offer this new program collaboration with the Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities (PCBDD) and the Akron Rotary Camp. We are offering one –four week day camp session at the beautiful Happy Day School campus. Everyday campers will have a blast exploring the natural environment, enjoying craft, games and other activities, singing camp songs, and developing friendships. The phenomenal Akron Rotary Camp staff will provide opportunities for campers to learn and grow in a safe environment.
Following American Camp Association standards and Rotary Camp guidelines, the staff are exceptionally trained to work with our campers in a caring and appropriate manner. The counselor to camper ratio is 2:6. The PCBDD will provide nursing staff to distribute any medications and manage first aid while also providing some additional staff to help provide necessary care to our campers.
This program is being sponsored through the Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities for current Happy Day school students. There may be a limited number of funds are available to help support the cost of camp to other eligible participants. Once those spots are filled, additional spaces would be paid by the families. Please contact Gail McAlister at the Happy Day School or the Rotary Camp office at 330.644.4512 for more information about this and other potential resources. For private paying or third party billing, please contact the camp office.
Transportation will be provided by the Portage County Board to for Happy Day School students only. Any additional campers would be required to provide their own transportation. Registrations must be received by May 15th to ensure a space on the bus.
Camp registration is open! Download the 2010 registration form HERE !
