Just Do It – City of Raleigh 2015 Summer Camps

It’s hard to believe with the icy weather last week that it’s time to begin planning for summer activities!  Summer has quickly bubbled to the top as my favorite season with all the pool trips, picnics, late summer evenings and general care-free outside playtime!

Between a lot of our unscheduled outdoor summertime it is nice to throw in some bursts of routine lest anyone thinks this care-free time lasts forever.  Last summer Ashley attended morning summer camps through the City of Raleigh and she really enjoyed them.  Being a young 3-year old I wasn’t sure how she’d do in a new environment for several hours; having just finished a year at preschool coupled with several on-her-own City of Raleigh ballet and soccer classes, she didn’t look back!  It also helped that we coordinated our camps with familiar friends.

The camps for three-year olds are mostly indoors and there are different themes, dates, times and locations to choose from.  Last year we spaced out the timing of the camps and registered for the All Sports Camp and Space Camp.  The counselors were a mix of ages and everyone I spoke with was very friendly.  Ashley came home with lots of handmade crafts and always exclaiming that she had lots of fun.

Summer camps are great for so many reasons – they add routine to kids’ summer schedules, kids meet and socialize with new friends and these camps are so affordable!  From ages 3 to 17, the City of Raleigh offers a variety of indoor and outdoor half-day and full-days camps.  They also offer specialized camps for individuals with developmental disabilities.  If you’re looking for a fun and affordable regular activity for your kids this summer, be sure to check out their camps.

More Information:

• City of Raleigh 2015 Summer Camp information
• Mail-in & Drop-off Registration processing begins February 2, 2015
• Walk-in & Online Registration begins March 24, 2015