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. Get ready for summer.
Camp Parents: Parent Meeting – check back to view dates in April.
If you have any questions, please email Sarah Lindahl at slindahl@mgparks.com
MORTON GROVE CAMPS – REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1 (SEE LISTING BELOW)
Kidventure Kamp (Ages 3-4), Junior Camp (Grades K-2), Happy Campers (Grades K-3), Mor Gro (Grades 3-5)
Teen Times (Grades 5-8),and Junior Leaders in Training
SPECIALTY CAMPS AND DANCE CAMPS – REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 1 FOR RESIDENTS, APRIL 8 FOR NON RESIDENTS
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Summer camps provide a unique opportunity for children to explore and experience the world in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment. They are a great way for kids to spend their summer, meet new friends, and learn new skills. Each session is carefully planned, and the activities are designed to be age-appropriate, ensuring that every child has a fun and fulfilling experience. From arts and crafts to group games, movies, field trips, swimming, and more, there are endless opportunities for children to engage in exciting activities and create lasting memories at summer camp.
One Week Sports Camps
Get ready to kick off the summer with one-week sports camps for children aged 5-14. Our camps offer a variety of options, including flag football, golf, track & field, cheerleading camp, and Hot Shots Sports camps. Our aim is to provide all children with a chance to experience the joy and benefits of sports, regardless of their skill level.
Our sports camps guarantee a fun, growth-focused experience for your child, where they can learn the importance of sportsmanship and hard work. We have programs designed for every age and skill level.
One Week Specialty Camps
Morton Grove Park District offers specialty camps that engage in specific themes and activities! These are week-long camps with a dedicated focus on a featured interest. These camps allow the campers to fully immerse themselves in the subject of the camp, improve their skill sets, and create awesome projects!
Dance Camps
Morton Grove Park District offers a variety of two-day themed dance camps for children aged 3-6. From Pirates and Mermaids to Disney-themed camps, your little one will find a camp that suits their interests. Each day includes a dance class with music, themed activities, and snack time.
The Musical Theatre Dance Camp for children aged 7-11 offers a three-day camp and is the perfect opportunity for children to sing, dance, and have fun. The children can improve their skills in jazz, musical theater, hip-hop dance techniques, theater games, and singing sessions. The camp concludes with a performance for friends and family.
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.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring to camp?
When does camp go to the pool?
Junior Camp, Mor Gro, and Teen Times swim on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Oriole Aquatic Center: Junior Camp will be bused from National Park Fieldhouse to the pool, and Teen Times will walk from Oketo Field House to the pool.
Mor Gro will go to Harrer Pool.
What are the procedures for medication for my child at camp?
Camp Site Supervisors 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 Sarah Lindahl at slindahl@mgparks.com. Sarah will put you in contact with the Maine-Niles Association of Special Recreation.
When does camp go on field trips?
Junior Camp, and Mor Gro go on Field Trips on Fridays. Teen Times will go on Field trips Wednesday and 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.