Day Camps

What are Summer Day Camps?

Summer Day Camps are an educational opportunity for children in the grades K-6th that run during the summer. Each week of camp is themed and involves fun topics taught through hands-on activities and projects. The days are filled with awesome education and fun that will ignite a desire for more and build memories that last.

How are the camps structured?

Summer Day Camps run for 7 weeks each summer, with the first camp starting in early June. Each camp runs Monday through Friday. Participants can choose to attend the MORNING SESSION (9 am - 12:30 pm) only, the AFTERNOON SESSION (1:30 - 5 pm) only, or stay the full amount of time by attending the ALL-DAY SESSION (9 am - 5 pm). BEFORE PLAY CARE and AFTER PLAY CARE are available for an additional fee. During each camp day, participants rotate through learning and activity stations for maximum fun. Participants are divided into groups according to grade level.

What are the costs?

Morning Session Only (9a.m. -12:30p.m.): $165 per week

Afternoon Session Only (12:30pm-5pm): $165 per week

All Day (9am-5pm): $240 per week

Do you have extra care times?

Yes. Our before and after care is a play care that is designed to give parents an extra ONE hour before camp begins and/or ONE hour after camp ends for those that may have time issues with dropping off and picking up participants. Our extra care times come at an additional cost.

Before Play Care (8am-9am): $35 per week

After Play Care (5pm-6pm): $35 per week

Before and After Play Care: $60 per week

Please note that doors do not open before 8am. We understand that parents sometimes run late for pickup, but please be respectful of our staff by letting us know. Additional costs may apply. Our extra care times are exclusive to families who have paid for the service in advance.

What are the themes for this year’s camps?

June 8 - 12: Dinosaur Adventure Camp—Dynamic Displays

June 15 - 19: Wacky Science Camp—Edible Exploration

June 22 - 26: Creature Feature Camp—Wild, Weird, and Wonderful

***NO CAMP June 29—July 03***

July 6- 10: Space Exploration Camp—The Space Race

July 13 - 17: Aspiring Artists Camp—Art through the Ages

July 20 - 24: Crime Scene Investigation Camp—Caught in the Act

Jul 27 - 31: S.T.E.A.M. Camp—The S.T.E.A.M. of the Scene

Download the camp brochure for more details.

How do I register?

Summer Day Camps open for registration each year on Feb. 15 for returning participants. Registration for new participants opens up each year on Mar. 01. A $50 NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee is required for each camper.

Other Questions?

Contact us by email at info@akronfossils.org or by telephone at 330-665-DINO (3466).

Check out the video below for a sneak peek into the AFSC Day Camp experience!

Parent Testimonials

“The programs are so hands-on, my kids love coming to all the different camps. They make amazing friends, they learn so much about very different stuff, and they are active ALL DAY LONG (no electronics and no complaints!).”
“Our family just loves Akron Fossils’ camps. I love knowing that when my kids are introduced to “new” topics in Science class at school, they most likely already have a basic understanding of the material they are being taught from the great experiences they have had at AFSC.”
“My kids tell me all about the types of clouds they see in the sky, tell me about how carbon monoxide is dangerous, and they argue about whether Pluto should be a “planet”....and my kids are only 5 and 7!!!!”

Day Camps

What are Summer Day Camps?

“The programs are so hands-on, my kids love coming to all the different camps. They make amazing friends, they learn so much about very different stuff, and they are active ALL DAY LONG (no electronics and no complaints!).”

“Our family just loves Akron Fossils’ camps. I love knowing that when my kids are introduced to “new” topics in Science class at school, they most likely already have a basic understanding of the material they are being taught from the great experiences they have had at AFSC.”

“My kids tell me all about the types of clouds they see in the sky, tell me about how carbon monoxide is dangerous, and they argue about whether Pluto should be a “planet”....and my kids are only 5 and 7!!!!”