With the end of the school year nearly upon Southwest Florida, summer camp registration in Cape Coral opens up this Monday. <\/p>\n
The city of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department will open summer camp registration on April 6, at 5 a.m.<\/p>\n
To register beginning April 6, visit CapeParks.com<\/a> or call or visit the desired camp location during business hours.<\/p>\n City officials said summer camp spots will likely fill quickly, and payments must be made during registration to reserve camp placement. <\/p>\n No early registrations will be accepted.<\/p>\n \u201cFamilies can look forward to an exciting lineup of summer camps that truly offer something for every interest and age group,\u201d said Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Deputy Director Mike Massoglia via email. \u201cFrom hands-on art and dance programs to action-packed athletic and nature-based adventures, this year\u2019s camps give children a chance to explore their passions in a fun, safe, and engaging environment. Parents can also feel confident knowing their kids are supervised by experienced staff who focus on both enrichment and recreation throughout the summer.\u201d<\/p>\n This year, camp locations and offerings include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n \u2022 Cape Coral Art Center\u2019s Creativity Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 South Cape Elevate Summer Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 Eagle Skate Park Summer Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 Youth Center Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 Four Freedoms Park Camp Horizons<\/p>\n \u2022 Lake Kennedy Dance Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 Rotary Park Eco-Adventure Nature Camp<\/p>\n \u2022 Police Athletic League Camp<\/p>\n City officials said early registration is the best way to secure a spot in your preferred camp before sessions reach capacity. Since payment is required at registration to confirm placement, families are encouraged to plan ahead and register as soon as possible to avoid missing out on their top choices.<\/p>\n \u201cCape Coral\u2019s summer camps are designed to keep kids active, social, and inspired during their school break,\u201d Massoglia said. \u201cThey provide a safe place for children to build new friendships, strengthen skills, and enjoy a balance of structured activities and creative play. Whether they\u2019re on the field, in the art studio, or exploring nature, kids get the chance to unplug, move, and grow in ways that support both physical and emotional well-being.\u201d<\/p>\n An example of some camps and what they offer include:<\/p>\n \u2022 Four Freedoms Park Camp Horizons \u2014 Daily activities include themed arts and crafts, music, games, indoor\/outdoor recreational activities, and water days. <\/p>\n \u2022 Lake Kennedy Dance Camp \u2014 Participants in this half-day camp will learn basic dance techniques and focus on skills such as team building, creativity, confidence and more. The camp will include a focus on lyrical jazz, ballet and acrobatic genres. Dance camp is open to all skill levels, with no dance experience necessary. <\/p>\n \u2022 Police Athletic League \u2014 Campers will enjoy many different activities during the week including arts and crafts as well as recreational sports. There will be guest speakers and field trips. <\/p>\n \u2022 Camptopia Wild Adventures at Gator Trails Park \u2013 This camp will teach children to have fun at camp in Bigfoot\u2019s backyard. Topics include meeting Bigfoot\u2019s local wildlife and Cryptic friends, learning about tree and plant ID, environmental games, crafts, and hikes. <\/p>\n \u2022 Eco-Adventure Nature Camp \u2013 Campers can experience indoor and outdoor activities, such as hiking and exploring in the swamp, learning about the creatures that inhabit Rotary Park, and cooperative games, sports and crafts. <\/p>\n \u2022 Creativity Camp the Cape Coral Arts Center \u2013 This camp helps children find their inner-artist in a safe, educational, and fun environment. Teaches exciting techniques and hands-on demonstrations to inspire a child\u2019s imagination. Children can experience pottery, mixed media, drawing, painting and gallery exhibition practices. <\/p>\n Massoglia added, \u201cEach camp blends learning with adventure, helping children develop new skills while discovering their unique talents. From learning teamwork and leadership on the sports field to sparking curiosity in science and nature camps or expressing creativity through art and dance, participants walk away with newfound confidence and lasting memories. The best part is that kids are learning through fun \u2014 gaining educational value without even realizing it.\u201d<\/p>\n The city is also offering its Summer BreakSpot feeding program, which goes to parks and summer camps to provide anyone 18 and under with meals while school is out.<\/p>\n Park locations include (Times: 10:45 -11:45 p.m. daily): <\/p>\n \u2022 Del Prado Linear Park<\/p>\n \u2022 Four Freedoms Park <\/p>\n \u2022 Gator Trails Park<\/p>\n \u2022 Jim Jeffers Park<\/p>\n \u2022 Paul Sanborn Park<\/p>\n The Summer BreakSpot feeding program also will be at Crystal Lake Park on Mondays from 8 to 9 a.m.<\/p>\n Summer Camp locations include (breakfast 8 to 9 a.m. and lunch noon to 1 p.m.):<\/p>\n \u2022 Lake Kennedy Center<\/p>\n \u2022 Bill Austen Youth Center<\/p>\n \u2022 Cape Elementary<\/p>\n Those interested can register as well as view the digital Summer Camp Guide that provides detailed information on all camps by visiting capecoral.gov\/index.php<\/a>.<\/p>\n