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Register today for summer programs with Suffield Parks and Rec.

It is time to register for a variety of fun summer programs with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department today.

Register today for Fun Summer programs and camps with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department. Don't miss out on all the fun. Register today at suffieldrec.com

Kids Korner / Morning Munchkins Camp

Your child will have non-stop fun this summer in the Kid’s Korner/Morning Munchkins interactive and educational camp! The Kid’s Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp is an enriching program for children who have reached their 3rd birthday by the start of the session enrolled in (proof of age required must be toilet trained) through those entering 2nd grade. The youngest group of camp is called, Morning Munchkins. Children are placed in groups according to proximity of age. Campers will enjoy a variety of activities including: arts and crafts, educational themes, parachute play, painting, water days, outdoor and indoor creative play, games, story time, scavenger hunts and family friendly event days in this fun and inclusive camp. For a special treat popsicles are served every water day and special snacks are enjoyed on event days including ice cream. There is a new theme each session to keep your child/ren captivated all summer long. During each session, campers will put on an interactive event day. Delicious snacks will be served and much fun is had.

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Session 1: June 28-July 9 (no camp Monday, July 5)

Session 2: July 12-23

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Session 3: July 26-August 6

Registration closes on the following dates and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

For Session 1, June 10

For Session 2, July 1

For Session 3, July 16

Dates: See above for session dates

Time: 9:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria

Fee: Session 1 - $195.00, Discount 2nd child or more $190.00 (Non Res. $205.00)

Session 2 - $210.00, Discount 2nd child or more $205.00 (Non Res. $220.00)

Session 3 - $210.00, Discount 2nd child or more $205.00 (Non Res. $220.00)

NOTE: Discount Does Not Apply to Non Residents

This camp will be held during the hot summer months. Remember to bring ample water and wear sun protection.

Paint It Up

Children will have a blast while painting a variety of creative projects with their friends. The class will be broken up into two separate age appropriate groups. Campers will learn techniques of painting and learn about colors. Quality projects will be painted each day including: wood, glass, felt art and ceramic pieces. Included in the fee are: projects, paints, instruction and small snack. Please have your child wear old clothes to this class as it can be messy. If your child is attending the Kid’s Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp, they are welcome to register to stay after camp and go directly to this fun class. Please pack an extra nut free snack. . Please list if your child has any dietary restrictions or food allergies when registering for the program.

Instructor: Kid’s Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp Staff

Dates: July 6, 7, 8

Days: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Grades: Ages 4 - Entering Grade 1 and Grades 2-5

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A/B

Fee: $60.00 per child

Non-Res: $70.00 per child

Registration closes on Monday, June 28 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Crafty Kids Camp

Your child will have a terrific time while making a variety of cool creations and awesome crafts with their friends. The camp will be divided up into two separate age appropriate groups. An assortment of creative arts and crafts will be made - such as scratch art, jewelry, bookmarks, wood projects, sun catchers, painting projects, Fuzzy Felt Art and more! Please wear appropriate clothes or bring a smock. This class is great for both boys and girls. A small snack will be provided. If your child is attending the Kids Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp, they are welcome to stay after camp and go directly to this fun class. Please pack an extra snack if they are attending straight after Kids Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp. Please list if your child has any dietary restrictions or food allergies when registering for the program.

Instructor: Kid’s Korner/Morning Munchkins Camp Staff

Registration closes on Tuesday, July 13 and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity. Limited enrollment.

Dates: July 27, 28, 29

Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday

Time: 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Grades: Ages 4 - Entering Grade 1 and Grades 2-5

Location: Spaulding School Cafeteria A/B

Fee: $60.00

Non-Res: $70.00

Sunrise Day Camp

Sunrise Day Camp offers your camper an enriched and fun filled summer!

Get ready for some outdoor fun this summer at Sunrise Day Camp. Suffield Parks and Recreation has planned a summer to remember!

Campers will spend their days at the Park enjoying a variety of outdoor activities related to the week's theme. Show off their creativity with arts & crafts, exploring and learning about nature, participating in adventure sports games and much more. Best of all, activities are designed toward the interest and skill levels appropriate for that age group. So come out and test your fishing skills, practice your painting, play some gaga ball with your friends, and splash in White's Pond on a hot day!

The Parks and Recreation Staff is committed to offering new experiences that encourage imagination, growth and adventure. Don't miss out on all the fun!

All children should wear sneakers & socks and bring a lunch, drink, swim suit and towel to camp daily. No open toed footwear. This outdoor camp will be held during the hot summer months. Remember to bring ample water and wear sun protection.

Session 1: June 28-July 9 (no camp Monday, July 5)

Session 2: July 12-23

Session 3: July 26-August 6

Registration closes on the following dates and/or earlier if enrollment reaches maximum capacity.

Limited enrollment.

For Session 1, June 16

For Session 2, June 30

For Session 3, July 14

Fee: Session 1 - $295.00, Discount 2nd child or more (Non Res. $305.00)
Session 2 - $305.00, Discount 2nd child or more (Non Res. $315.00)
Session 3 - $305.00 , Discount 2nd child or more $ (Non Res. $315.00)
NOTE: Discount Does Not Apply to Non Residents

Adventure Camp (Entering Gr. 6-8)

Don’t miss out on the fun this summer! Campers entering grades 6-8 get ready for a summer adventure filled with team challenges, high tech treasure hunts, special field trips and much more. Make some new friends, and have an enjoyable summer outdoors at Adventure Camp!

Optional basic swim stroke review and free swim will be part of this camp (this is not an American Red Cross sanctioned program). Each two week session will include trips to: Brownstone*, Farmington River Tubing*, Suffield Youth Center and Babb's Beach. From these new experiences, campers discover in themselves new found confidence and strength. They learn how to trust in themselves, and each other, as they work together to explore, problem-solve, and achieve common goals. An empowering experience for all! Trip days may vary depending on the weather. Water shoes or an old pair of sneakers are required to be worn for our Farmington River Tubing* & Brownstone Exploration* field trips. *Field trips are subject to change.

All campers should come prepared wearing closed toed shoes, water bottle, lunch, swim suit and towel to camp daily. No open toed footwear is allowed. This outdoor camp will be held during the hot summer months so remember to bring ample water and wear and pack sun protection! Water shoes or an old pair of sneakers are required to be worn for our Farmington River Tubing & Brownstone Exploration field trips. * Field Trips subject to change

Fee: Session 1 - $325.00, Discount 2nd child or more (Non Res. $335.00)

Session 2 - $330.00, Discount 2nd child or more (Non Res. $340.00)
Session 3 - $330.00 , Discount 2nd child or more $ (Non Res. $340.00)
NOTE: Discount Does Not Apply to Non Residents


All COVID protocols will be followed to ensure maximum safety for all of our summer programs.

For more info about all of our fun Summer program and to register, please visit- https://www.suffieldrec.com/info/default.aspx

Written by: Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Director of Special Programs- Suffield Parks and Recreation Department

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