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Camp Sessions
● Session 1: June 13-24
● Session 2: June 27-July 8 (Excluding July 4)
● Session 3: July 11-22
● Session 4: July 25-August 5
Camp Hours:
● Camp activities take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
● Supervised play is available before and after from 7:30 to 9 a.m., and
4 to 5:30 p.m. at no additional charge
Fees
● $390 per two-week session for Iowa City residents (persons living
within the city limits of Iowa City).
● Session 2 is $351 as it excludes July 4.
● Nonresident fee is an additional $5 fee per session per child.
● AM and PM play available at no additional fee. Registration for AM
and PM play is not necessary.
Camp is for students who have completed grades K-6 in the
2021/2022 school year.
Those completing kindergarten by June 2022 must have also
turned age 5 by Sept. 15, 2021.
Summer Camp
New this year- We are excited to be offering a nature-based STEAM camp located at the Ned
Ashton House, 820 Park Rd. Each session will include some old favorites and many new
engaging, hands-on activities. We will spend lots of time outdoors on the Ashton House grounds
learning and experiencing nature! Activities your child may participate in include:
● Gardening
● Swimming
● Campfire Safety/Cooking/Singing
● Building Hydroponics
● STEAM Earth Science Activities
● Raising Monarchs
● Mapping
● Plant identification
● Birding
● Soil Profiling
● Building homes for wildlife
● Pottery and other crafts
● Games
This year, instead of field trips, camp staff have arranged for many special guests to provide
varied fun and new learning activities.
Some of these visitors include:
• Project Green
• Green Iowa AmeriCorps
• The IC Science Booster Club
• Hydroponic Specialists
• Art Teachers
• And more!
Located below is a schedule of what each day may look like for your child. Campers will be
divided into groups according to age.
Monday/Wednesday/Friday Tuesday/Thursday:
AM Play 7:30-9am AM Play 7:30-9am
Introductions 9-9:20am Introductions 9-9:20am
Wash hands and AM Snack 9:20-10am Wash hands and AM Snack 9:20-10am
Activities (rotations) 10-11:40am Activities (rotations) 10-11:40am
Wash hands and clean up 11:40-11:55am Wash hands and clean up 11:40-11:55am
Lunch and Restroom 11:55-12:30pm Lunch and Restroom 11:55-12:30pm
Walk to City Park 12:30-1pm Activities (rotations) 12:30-3:30pm
Review pool rules at City Park 1-1:15pm Wash hands and PM Snack 3:30-4pm
Swim at City Park Pool 1:15-3pm PM Play 4-5:30pm
Walk back to Ashton House 3-3:30pm
Wash hands and PM Snack 3:30-4pm
PM Play 4-5:30pm
Admission
A child is eligible to enter the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department Summer Day Camp
program under the following conditions:
1. Space is available
2. The child will have completed any grade K-6 by June 2022
a. Those completing kindergarten by June 2022 must have also turned age 5 by
Sept. 15, 2021
3. All required forms are properly completed and returned with full payment
Staff
Counselors are carefully chosen for their interest and experience in leading children’s recreation
activities. Staff trained in First Aid and CPR will be on-site at all times. In addition to our regular
camp staff, certified lifeguards will be on duty during all pool activities. Our expected staff-to-
child ratio will be 1:10 for most activities. Specialists will lend expertise in creating unique
recreation programs offered at camp, assuring you and your child well-planned, safe, and
exciting activities every day.
Arrival and Departure for Summer Camp
● Check in at Ned Ashton House between 7:30 and 9:00 am
Parents must check their child(ren) in with camp staff every morning, by signing and time
stamping the log. Please check your child(ren) in by 9:00 a.m.
● Check out at Ned Ashton House between 4:00 and 5:30 pm
Please park your car and walk into the building to sign your child(ren) out. You must
present a valid I.D. as a form of verification when your child is being signed out.
Campers will not be allowed to leave for any other reason without advance, written
notification to the Supervisor.
Late Pickup Charge
Parents of children left after 5:30 pm will be charged $5.00 for each additional 5 minutes.
If you run into a problem, call ahead- we’ll help in any way we can.
What to Bring for Camp
All children should bring their daily needs inside a backpack or bag, as we may be carrying our
possessions with us most of the day.
● Swimsuit and Towel: Campers will swim about 3 times per week
(Monday/Wednesday/Friday) at the City Park Pool. In cases of inclement weather
campers will not be swimming.
● Lunch: Campers should bring their own lunch every day. Refrigerators and microwaves
are not available during camp hours. Due to storage restrictions, bulky coolers are
discouraged.
● Supplemental Snacks (if desired): We will provide two simple snacks each day,
scheduled for mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Parents may wish to supplement
according to their own child’s needs. We suggest packing fruit, cheese, crackers, etc.
Purchasing snacks from vending machines will not be allowed during camp hours.
Note: Parents/Caregivers of children with special dietary needs should plan on providing
snacks for their child.
● Water Bottle: As we will be spending as much time outdoors as possible. A water bottle
is important to keep your child hydrated throughout the day. No glass water bottles.
● Non-water-soluble sunscreen: A medical release is necessary for staff to apply
sunscreen and is included in the registration packet. We have found in past summers
that spray sunscreen can be highly ineffective and easily wasted. Please note that
spray sunscreen is not allowed at camp. We recommend lotion sunscreens and/or
sun protection swim shirts in order to sufficiently protect your camper from the sun.
What to Leave at Home
● Electronic games/devices and trading cards.
● Personal cell phones: If a camper needs to contact a parent throughout the day, a
phone will be provided. Playing games and holding conversations on cell phones is not
allowed.
● Jewelry and other valuables
● Money for Vending Machines: Children are not allowed to purchase items from the
vending machines or anything similar during camp. Please purchase items for your
child(ren) before or after camp.
Please make sure your child does not have prohibited items, and make sure their
bag isn’t too heavy.
What to Wear
● Camp t-shirt (every day): One camp t-shirt is provided with camp registration. One
Camp shirt will be given per enrollment, not one shirt per session. Additional shirts will
be available for purchase for $6.00 while supplies last at the Ned Ashton House and on
the registration form.
● Closed toed shoes and socks: We will be walking off paved pathways for many of our
activities and there may be poison ivy in the area. Closed toed shoes and socks are
recommended to protect your child and allow them to participate in camp activities.
Sandals, crocs, flip-flops or any similar footwear may be brought for use at the pool, but
they are not allowed during daily activities.
● Shorts or Pants: Shorts or pants that are comfortable and allow movement are
recommended. Clothes may get dirty depending on activities.
● Regulation Swimwear is required at the pool.
Please mark the inside of all apparel with the child’s name and phone number.
Transportation
Instead of public transportation, we will be walking to and from City Park and City Park pool via
Manor Drive. Under no circumstances will your child be walking along Park Road.
In lieu of field trips, many special guests will travel to the Ned Ashton House to present a variety
of new activities several times each week.
Camp Visitors
Parents and caregivers are welcome to visit with children and counselors prior to and after
activities, but please do not interrupt activities unless it is necessary. Only registered children
may participate in camp activities. Parents and guardians may observe, but please identify
yourself to staff upon arrival and be prepared to show valid identification.
Illness and/or Injury
Please do not bring your child to camp if they:
● have or have had a fever of 100°F or above in the last 24 hours
● are vomiting or has vomited in the last eight hours
● have a communicable illness such as chickenpox, strep bacterial infection, Covid-19,
or any illness considered to be contagious by the Johnson County Health Department.
You will be contacted immediately if your child exhibits any of the above symptoms. You
will be asked to remove your child until all symptoms have subsided.
○ If your child is ill or will not be attending camp, call the Recreation Division Office
after 8 a.m. at (319)356-5100
○ If your child becomes ill or injured during the day, we will call according to the
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION you provided. If this information
changes during the summer, please notify us.
Medications
● Medications* should not be sent in your child’s backpack.
● Parents must complete and sign a medication release form during check-in for
medication(s) to be administered. This includes prescription, non-prescription drugs,
creams, lotions, etc. Please leave your child’s medication and release form with the
check-in staff. You may pick it up at the end of the day if necessary.
● All medication MUST BE in the original container with the name of the medication,
physician’s name, and amount to be given printed on the label. Pharmacists are willing
to divide medication into two separate bottles upon your request.
● All medication will be administered by Recreation Division staff
○ A new medication release form is to be filled out for each two-week
session.
● *Epi-pens, emergency inhalers, and other medications used for emergency
conditions will be carried in the child’s backpack. All other medications will be
held by staff.
Inclement Weather
In case of inclement weather, children will remain at the Ned Ashton House. Should severe
weather occur during the afternoon, children will either be transported back to the Ned Ashton
House or will take shelter at the City Park Pool.
Rain Out Line
Any changes to your child’s pick-up location will be posted on Rain Out Line
To access this information, Go to the City Website: www.icgov.org/rainoutline
• Create an account. Search for Iowa City Parks and Recreation. Locate the Summer
Camp Program. Select the star to favorite Camp. Select the bell to enable notifications.
Special Needs
Parents of children with disabilities or children requiring special arrangements should note these
special needs on the registration form AND make a special accommodation request in
writing to Joyce Carroll at joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org. The more time we have before the
program begins, the better we will be able to meet the needs of the individual. Insufficient or
lack of notice may delay your child’s attendance. Contact us and we’ll be glad to help if possible!
Low Income Requirements
ICPRD accepts applications for discounts on programs and pass fees for patrons that are
income eligible. Applications are available online at https://www.iowa-city.org/Forms/RecAssist.
Eligibility applies only to residents of Iowa City. One application must be filled out per calendar
year. For more information, contact Brad Barker, Recreation Superintendent, at 319-356-5102
or brad-barker@iowa-city.org.
Refund Policy (NEW)
All refund requests must be made to the Program Supervisor, Joyce Carroll at 220 S. Gilbert
Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 or at joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org. Full refunds will be made for
withdrawals requested by May 27th. All other withdrawals will be subject to a $50.00
cancellation fee. No refund will be made for withdrawals requested less than 1 week in
advance of session start date. Prorated refunds for health reasons may be considered after
camp begins and requests must be made in writing to the Program Supervisor, Joyce Carroll at
220 S. Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52240 or at joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org. A doctor’s certificate
may be required. No refunds will be given for programs which have been completed.
Dismissal
The following will warrant dismissal:
● The child cannot adjust and requires individual attention at a level that prevents the
leader(s) from caring for other children.
● The child exhibits social or emotional problems that are detrimental to themselves, other
children, or staff.
○ We will work closely with parents to discourage inappropriate, disruptive, or
dangerous behavior. In all cases, no child will be permanently withdrawn without
an attempt to conference with parents.
○ Behaviors such as fighting, physical aggression, choosing to leave the
group/camp area, bullying behaviors, severe or consistent noncompliance, and
disrespect will require parent conferencing. If behaviors do not improve,
dismissal from camp will be an option.
○ Physical aggression, disruptive or dangerous behavior may be cause for
immediate dismissal from camp.
Please discuss concerns in advance of attendance.
This can save us all from needing to discuss issues later.
We look forward to providing exciting summer recreation activities for your child(ren). Please
participate in your child’s experience through comments and suggestions.
Warmest Regards,
Joyce Carroll, CPRP
Program Supervisor
Iowa City Recreation Division
(319) 356 5223
joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org
Federal I.D. # 42-600-4805