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Discovery Day Camp
Grades K-2^
Designed especially for young campers, Discovery Day Camp introduces younger elementary school-aged children to the camp experience. With themed activities tailored to this age group, children will explore, learn, play and make new friends! Indoor swimming lessons are available for an additional fee. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring their own lunch and refillable water bottle each day.
Due to the evolving situation with COVID-19, camp guidelines may change depending upon the state and CDC recommendations. Staff will communicate these guidelines before the start of camp.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions, please reach out to Bob Russo at brusso@dtpd.org or (847) 428-7131 x1204.
Location | Program | Days/Times | |
Rakow Center | 35430-Section # | M-F/9:00 am-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE |
^Grade Effective for 2022/2023 School Year
Camp Schedule
Week | Dates | Field Trips | Section # |
1 | June 6-10 | Discovery Museum- Rockford | Section 31 |
2 | June 13-17 | Bumblebee Play Café- Elgin | Section 32 |
3 | June 20-24 | Illinois Railway Museum- Union | Section 33 |
4 | June 27-July 1 | Huffman Park/Splash Pad- West Dundee | Section 34 |
5 | July 5-8* | Santa’s Village- East Dundee | Section 35 |
6 | July 11-15 | Three Oaks Beach- Crystal Lake | Section 36 |
7 | July 18-22 | Pirates Cove- Elk Grove Village | Section 37 |
8 | July 25-29 | Stingray Bay- Huntley | Section 38 |
9 | August 1-5 | Brookfield Zoo- Brookfield | Section 39 |
*No camp 7/4
Additional Information
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Before and After Camp Care Available at the Rakow Center |
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Swim Lesson Add On Available - Rakow Center M, Tu, Th/11:00-11:45 am | $15 | *No swim lessons weeks 5 or 9 |
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Payment Plan Available |
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10% Sibling Discount Available |
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Register Early & Save - Fees increase $25 the Tuesday prior to camp week start date |
Registration Information
The registration deadline for each session will be the Thursday before the camp start date by 12:00 pm
Additional Forms
Refunds/Transfers
Refund or transfer requests must be submitted by 5:00 pm the Wednesday before camp begins. A processing fee will be withheld for each refund request.
Parent Guide
Fees
Day Camp Weekly Fee: $149 Resident/$179 Nonresident | Week 5 fee is $120(R)/$150(NR) with no camp on 7/4
*Fees increase $25 the Tuesday prior to camp week start date (increase does not apply to the Camp Care fee).
Payment Plan Schedule | |||
Week | Camp Dates | Billing Day | Billing Date |
1 | June 6-10 | Monday | May 30 |
2 | June 13-17 | Monday | June 6 |
3 | June 20-24 | Monday | June 13 |
4 | June 27-July 1 | Monday | June 20 |
5 | July 5-8* | Monday | June 27 |
6 | July 11-15 | Monday | July 4 |
7 | July 18-22 | Monday | July 11 |
8 | July 25-29 | Monday | July 18 |
9 | August 1-5 | Monday | July 25 |
The schedule is based on the registration of Week 1 of Camp.
Adjust your first week of billing based on the second week of camp attendance.
Location
Rakow Center665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville |