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Experience Summer at the Dayton Kroc Center! Image Experience Summer at the Dayton Kroc Center! Image

Experience Summer at the Dayton Kroc Center!

Summer Camps & Experiences

Camp Kroc

Registration for Camp Kroc begins January 13, 2023!

Camp Kroc is a ministry of the Dayton Kroc Center. At the heart of the Camp Kroc philosophy is our focus on building authentic relationships with caring adults and other children, but most importantly, with Jesus. We call it a child-centered program; the campers call it the best summer ever!

New this Year! Ages 5–12 (Must be 5 by January 1, 2023.)

Week 1: June 5–9 | OUT OF THIS WORLD
Week 2: June 12–16 | AMAZING RACE
Week 3*: June 20–23 | JR CHEF
* There will be no camp on Monday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday.
Week 4: June 26–29 | MAKE IT MESSY
No Camp: July 3–7
Week 5: July 10–14 | IMAGINATION
Week 6: July 17–21 | GOING GREEN
Week 7: July 24–28 | FEAR FACTOR

Summer Camp Hours: Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM
Post-camp: 4 PM–5:30 PM | $30 per week per child
(Discounts and scholarships do not apply to Post-camp.)

Holiday Notice:
Week 3 is shortened in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. Prices for this week will reflect this.

Register Now!


GET A DISCOUNT FOR THE SUMMER IN WINTER

Register for summer camp in January or February to get $30 off each week of camp! To receive this discount, your child’s first week of camp must be paid for by February 28th.
 

2023 Field Trips

Week 1: Cincinnati Museum Center
Week 2: COSI
Week 3: United States Air Force Museum
Week 4: Columbus Zoo
Week 5: Kirkwood Adventure Park
Week 6: Young’s Dairy
Week 7: Urban Air Adventure Park

Ages 6–12

Week 1: June 7–11 | NINJA WARRIOR
Week 2: June 14–18 | SAFARI
Week 3: June 21–25 | SUPERHERO
Week 4: June 28–July 2 | LEGO
No Camp: July 5–9
Week 5: July 12–16 | CARNIVAL
Week 6: July 19–23 | ART
Week 7: July 26–30 | HAWAIIAN

Summer Camp Hours: Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM
Post-camp: 4 PM–5:30 PM | $30 per week per child
(Discounts and scholarships do not apply to Post-camp.)

Registration and Pricing:

Registration Fee: $20 per child

Winter Discount Price*:
$130 per week per child
*To receive this discount, you must register and submit payment, or schedule a payment plan or scholarship appointment by February 26, 2021.

Early Bird Registration: Begins March 1, 2021
$145 per week per child

Regular Registration: Begins April 1, 2021
$160 per week per child

Camp Kroc Registration Dates & Pricing

Winter Discount
January-February
$155 per week per child
* Week 3 Price: $124 per child

To receive this discount, you must pay for at least one full week of camp by 11:59 PM on February 28, 2023.

Early Bird
March-April
$170 per week per child
* Week 3 Price: $136 per child

To receive this discount, you must pay for at least one full week of camp by 11:59 PM on April 30, 2023.

General Registration
Begins May 1
$185 per week per child
* Week 3 Price: $148 per child

Insufficient Funds Policy
For payments made through CampDoc that are deemed as having "insufficient funds" or have an ACH Return, a $35 fee will be added to your balance. 

Camp Kroc Family Guide

The Family Guide contains important information about the rules that make Camp Kroc safe, welcoming, and fun. Families who attend Camp Kroc are responsible for reading the Family Guide.







 

 

 

 

 

 




 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

You register for summer camp/programs per week, for as many or as few weeks as you'd like.

​​​​​​Yes. We offer partial, income-based scholarships. To apply for a scholarship, you must complete the scholarship application in the child profile section in CampDoc.

Yes, we offer payment plans. These may be set up in our new registration system called CampDoc. You may set up your payment plan at the time of registration. For more information about how to set up your payment plan, click here.

 Not at this time. You can apply for a scholarship or take advantage of the Winter Discount—$30.00 OFF for each week—while it is available.

Camp Kroc Cancelation/Refund Policy 2023

Cancelation/Refund Policy: Cancelation/Refund Policy: Payments made for each week of camp are refundable if the refund is requested in the allowed amount of time. The amount refunded depends on the date when the refund is requested. 

100% Refund Deadlines:
Cancelations requested by the following dates for the given camp weeks will receive a full refund.
Week 1: May 18, 2023
Week 2: May 25, 2023
Week 3: June 1, 2023
Week 4: June 8, 2023
Week 5: June 22, 2023
Week 6: June 29, 2023
Week 7: July 6, 2023

75% Refund Deadline:
Cancelations requested by the following dates for the given camp weeks will receive a 75% refund.
Week 1: May 25, 2023
Week 2: June 1, 2023
Week 3: June 8, 2023
Week 4: June 15, 2023
Week 5: June 29, 2023
Week 6: July 6, 2023
Week 7: July 13, 2023

50% Refund Deadline:
Cancelations requested by the following dates for the given camp weeks will receive a 50% refund.
Week 1: June 1, 2023
Week 2: June 8, 2023
Week 3: June 15, 2023
Week 4: June 22, 2023
Week 5: July 6, 2023
Week 6: July 13, 2023
Week 7: July 20, 2023

Payment Forfeiture: Failure to request a refund or transfer by the given date will result in forfeiture of payment.

Not at this time. For this specific question you can call (937) 528-5241.

We do not have a registered nurse on staff, therefore, we can only administer life-saving medication such as an Epi-Pen or Inhaler. We can not administer other medication.

You don't have to be a member to register for camp. It is available to everyone regardless of location or income.

Usually, this week is used to take a recess for families because of the Independence Day holiday.

We understand that you love your children and want to be with them, however, we do not have parent volunteers for summer camp. Summer camp is a great time for children to create new relationships and show character. Parents are welcome to participate in other family activities and programs at the Dayton Kroc Center. If you have questions or concerns about this, contact us at (937) 528-5114 or email irene.diaz@use.salvationarmy.org.

Camp Kroc will provide daily breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Our food program follows the guidelines set forth by the USDA so campers receive healthy, well-balanced meals every day. The Dayton Kroc Center staff pride ourselves on the quality of our food service and we're confident meal times will be one of your child’s favorite activities.

Before assuming job responsibilities, the camp staff attend pre-camp staff training. This training includes, but is not limited to:

  • The Salvation Army Church mission and doctrines
  • The Kroc Center purpose statement and intended impact
  • Camp Kroc philosophy outcomes and how these are implemented throughout the camp structure and program activities
  • Effective leadership and communication techniques
  • Developmental needs of campers to be served
  • Introduction to diversity and inclusion
  • Camp activities and daily schedule
  • Safety considerations, skills progression, competencies and risk management required for program activities
  • Age appropriate behavior management and camper supervision techniques to help create a physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually healthy camp environment
  • Sensitive issue training
  • Certification in first-aid, CPR and AED
  • Electronic behavior management, incident, injury, illness online completion and submission
  • Recognition, prevention, and reporting of child abuse
  • Emergency procedures and staff member’s role in implementation
  • Appropriate use of technology
  • Resources to engage campers throughout the camp day

Week 3 of Camp Kroc is shorter than the other weeks in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. This is a holiday in which the Kroc Center offices are closed, meaning that camp is also not in session that day. The price has been reduced based on the prorated cost for the missing day to compensate for this.

Yes. You may visit the support page for CampDoc to find help with your technical issues.

CampDoc Tech Support

If your issue is not technical, but concerns payment, registration, or questions about the registration process, please contact Lydia Ward at lydia.ward@use.salvationarmy.org or call (937) 528-5241.

We strive to make our program accessible for ALL children. Unfortunately, the Kroc Center cannot provide specialized one-to-one care for any individual child. Our registration forms include an inclusion application that can help us determine if we are able to provide appropriate accommodations for your child, and most importantly, keep them safe while in our care at Camp Kroc. Children are accepted on a case-by-case basis and are required to function within our program ratios.

If your child needs a camp to meet their special need, below are some resources to help you find the right camp.

Please contact these county departments to report your concerns.

Public Health—Dayton & Montgomery County
(937) 225-5700

Montgomery County Children's Services
(937) 224-5437

We cannot promise that a child will be placed in the same group as his/her friends. There are various factors that play into how the camp groups are selected, potentially impacting which group your child is placed in. Camp is a great time for kids to make new friends, so even if they aren't in the same group as their already existing friends, they will still create new and fun relationships with their group mates.

Have Questions?

For questions concerning Summer Camps & Experiences, please contact our Member Services Manager, Lydia Ward.

 

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