Specialty camps offer themed camps from sports to leadership. Check out the camp descriptions below to find the best fit for your camper. To register for camp, click here. 

Journey Level Leadership

• Date: July 5 - August 5
• Time: 9:00AM-3:00PM
• Ages:  14-16
• Cost: FREE

Journey Level Leadership (JLL) is a leadership development program that encourages independence, personal growth and exploration. Through participation in interactive workshops, this program prepares youth for leadership roles and employment. Our goal is to empower young people with the skills and ability to move into positions working in our summer camps or a Recreation Center. Young people learn about employment opportunities they can pursue within Recreation and Parks. The session concludes with participants coordinating and implementing a capstone project benefiting a local recreation center or park. In addition to developing useful skills, participants will be paid for their participation through the Youth Works program, and be positioned to apply for continuing employment with BCRP. At JLL, young people establish lasting friendships, develop a sense of responsibility, learn to work effectively in groups, build accountability and gain the confidence to solve problems independently. Participants also receive an opportunity to earn CPR and First Aid Certification. Employment opportunities may be available after the successful completion of the JLL training. Registrants must make the full five-week commitment.

Participants must register at https://youthworks.oedworks.com/

LOCATIONS

• Cecil Kirk
• Chick Webb
• Roosevelt
• Lakeland
• Towanda

Sports & Fitness Summer Camp 

• Date: June 27- August 19
• Time: 7:30AM - 6:30PM
• Ages: 8-15 
• Cost: $60 per week

Sports & Fitness Summer Camp hosted at  William J. Myers Soccer Pavilion is a healthy mix of sports curriculums and fitness for eight weeks. Participants have a sport of the week and learn fundamentals for that sport while competing in fun activities throughout the week. Sports & Fitness Camp participants also have the opportunity to enjoy field trips, guest speakers, video games, swimming, STEM activities, and more!

LOCATION Myers Pavilion

Summer Basketball Camp

• Date: June 27- August 19
• Time: 8:30AM - 5:30PM
• Ages:  7-13 
• Cost: $200

This basketball camp focuses on shooting, dribbling, passing, defensive skills and other basketball fundamentals. Full instruction and review of basketball rules and regulations are covered, as well as detailed breakdowns of offensive sets, defensive sets and floor spacing. Other topics covered include basketball history, team building activities, aerobic workouts, resistance training, games and more. 

LOCATIONS

• Madison Square Recreation Center
• Morrell Park Recreation Center

 All-Star Tennis Camp

• Date: June 27 - August 19
• Time: 7:30AM - 4:30PM
• Ages: 7-14 
• Cost: $100 per week

All-star Tennis Camp is an eight-week camp focused on teaching the fundamentals of tennis and is packed with fun activities for learners of all skill levels. The camp is staffed by knowledgeable tennis staff who have many years of experience in playing and instructing youth.

LOCATION Patterson Park

Summer Nature Camp at Carrie Murray

• Dates/Ages:
  • July 11-15 Ages 6-11  
  • July 18-22 Ages 6-11  
  • August 8-12 Ages 6-11  
  • August 15-19 Ages 12-14
• Cost: $195 per week

Located in the largest urban forested park east of the Mississippi, our nature camp provides fun outdoor learning experiences! Join us for active inquiry and hands-on play as we make new friends and explore the natural treasures of Gwynns Falls Park. Stream studies, insect investigation, creative arts and games are all part of the fun! 

NOTE: Campers must bring water bottles packed with an ice pack. Masks are encouraged. Wear clothes that can get messy! There is no before and aftercare option.