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Campers enjoying Swim time at the Springvale Rec Area
Skills for Life and Memories that last a lifetime!
Our mission: Our camps will help build character in your child and allow kids to express themselves as individuals. Our camps also promote social skills, confidence and resilience.
Ages: Camp is designed for children 5-13 years of age.
Program Info:
*The program runs from Monday June 23 through Friday August 8. No Camp on Friday, July 4 in celebration of the 4th of July.
*Morning Session runs from 9:00am-Noon; Afternoon Session runs from Noon-4:30pm.
*Camp is held at Springvale Playground.
*Our experienced staff have an exciting summer planned including theme weeks, field trips, music, movies, crafts, entertainment, theatre, cheerleading, Legos, dancing, environment (including walks and hikes), golf, magic, story hours, culinary, canoe/kayaking (age dependent), and a variety of interesting educational activities (music/art), as well as swimming for all age campers.
*Children must be potty trained.
*Our Staff is not trained for working with children with highly social, emotional, and or behavioral needs.

Important Info:
-Summer Camp Starts on Monday, June 23. (No camp on Friday, July 4.)
-If camp is canceled due to weather, it will be posted on our website at the top of the home page - www.sanfordrec.com. 
-Fees: Cost is for the entire summer and includes field trips.
  Morning Session: $225 for residents; $325 for non-residents
  Afternoon Session: $325 for residents; $425 for non-residents
-Your child(ren) will not be able to attend camp until your balance is paid in full.
-Scholarship Application Deadline: First come/First serve. Once funds are dissolved, there will be no more scholarships given. There is a non-refundable $25 cash application fee when submitting the application.
-The Sanford School Nutrition Program is offering lunches at the playground. Children will be asked each morning if they would like a free lunch.  

General Information
  • You must read Parent/Camper Handbook.
  • City Waiver for participation is included in the disclaimer that you must sign to register online.
  • Children must be potty trained. (If accidents happen we will call parents.)
  • Fee includes a Camp T-shirt. This must be worn on Field Trip Days.
  • Send camper with a large refillable water bottle, morning and afternoon snacks.
  • Send camper in appropriate clothing for outdoor play along with sunscreen.
  • Lunch will be provided by the Sanford School Nutrition Program for those who would like it.
  • Swim Days for the Playground Camp is on Wednesdays. Bring swimsuits and towels with you to the Springvale Rec Area.
  • On Swim Days, drop-off and pick-up will be at Springvale Rec Area, 298 Main Street, Springvale, ME 04083. (Follow the dirt road down to the Picnic Pavilion's and swim area.) Please allow additional time for pick-up and drop-off.
  • If rain/thunderstorms are in the forecast, we may cancel camp for the day. There will be no refunds for cancelled days, but we will do our best not to cancel. Typically thunder or lightning is the only time camp is cancelled.

What to Bring Daily
  • Sunscreen
  • Water Bottle
  • Snacks/Lunch
  • Bathing Suit & Towel
  • Shoes & Sandals/Flip-Flops
  • Change of Clothes
  • Hat

Additional Forms and Files:
Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Springvale Park Morning Camp 
N/A PK - 6 MTuWThF  06/23/2025 - 08/08/2025
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Springvale Park 		$225.00 Res, $325.00 Non-Res
Program includes T-Shirt. No Camp Friday, July 4.
 
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Afternoon Playground Camp 
N/A PK - 6 MTuWThF  06/23/2025 - 08/08/2025
12:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Springvale Park 		$325.00 Res, $425.00 Non-Res
This can be used as an extension to Morning Camp. No camp July 4.
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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