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Summer Camp

Information for 2023 Summer Camp is available in the Spring Summer Activity Guide.

Morton Grove Park District Summer Camps provide a safe, fun, and active environment where children can play, develop friendships, and learn new skills. Summer Camp activities vary from week to week and are designed to be age-appropriate. Activities available every session are arts and crafts, group games, movies, swimming, and more. Get ready for summer.

MGPD Summer Camps – Click here for information on pages 18-20

Camp Parents: If you could not attend the Parent Meetings held on May 30 and May 31, we have recorded the meetings for your convenience. If you have any questions, please email Claire at cbaumgartnert@mgparks.com

Kidventure Kamp: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting
Junior Camp: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting
Happy Campers: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting
Mor Gro: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting
Teen Times: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting
Junior Leaders in Training: Click to view the 2023 Parent Camp Meeting

Specialty Camps – Click here for information on pages 21-22
Dance Camps – Click here for information on pages 23 

 

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MGPD Summer Camp

Morton Grove Park District Summer Camps provide a safe, fun, and active environment where children can play, develop friendships, and learn new skills.

Summer Camp activities vary from week to week and are designed to be age appropriate. Activities available every session are arts and crafts, group games, movies, swimming, and more.

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One Week Camps

The Park District offers a variety of one-week Summer Camps, from golf, track and field, cheerleading, soccer, and sports camps to robots and animation. Your child will explore their particular interest.

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Specialty Camps

Dance, art, music, theatre, there’s something for everyone! We provide quality camps for preschoolers and teens; register your child and discover a summer of fun.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to camp?
A sturdy bag (backpack, tote bag), water bottle, sunscreen, lunch, swimsuit and pool towel. Please note that counselors cannot help apply lotion sunscreen. If you child needs help, send spray sunscreen.
When does camp go to the pool?
Junior Camp, Mor Gro, and Teen Times swim on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Junior Camp will be bussed from National Park Fieldhouse to Oriole Pool. Mor Gro and Teen Times go to Harrer Pool.
What are the procedures for medication for my child at camp?
Head Counselors will hold onto your child’s medication. You will need to fill out a Medication Dispensing form before leaving the medication at the campsite. Counselors will administer medication. Campers are not allowed to self-administer medication.
What if my child needs special assistance?
Email Claire Baumgartner at cbaumgartner@mgparks.com. Claire will put you in contact with the Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation.
When does camp go on field trips?
Junior Camp, Mor Gro and Teen Times go on Field Trips on Fridays. Happy Campers hosts an entertainer once a session. See our weekly newsletter for specific dates.
When do weekly newsletters come out?
Newsletters will be emailed every Thursday for the following week.
When will I be billed for camp?
If you are on our payment plan, payments will be auto-debited one week before each session begins. Bills are scheduled for: Session 1: June 6, Session 2: June 20, Session 3: July 5, Session 4: July 18, and Camp S’more Session 2/3: August 1.
I missed the Parent Meeting, can I watch the recording?
You can find the parent meeting recordings at this site: https://mortongroveparks.com/things-to-do/camps/
Questions about payment should be directed to Lauren Ishii at 847-965-0594 or lishii@mgparks.com.