Spring Break Camp (K-6th Grade)
Enjoy an active Spring Break at the Bartlett Community Center. Make crafts, play sports and games, make new friends and so much more. Please wear comfortable play clothing and tennis shoes. Participants will swim daily at Splash Central. The camp will be canceled five days before if registration does not meet the minimum so please register early. Camp drop off takes place in the Bartlett Community Center Gymnasium with pick up in the Arts and Crafts Room, 700 S. Bartlett Road.
Camp Emergency Form
(Must be turned in at the time of dropping off your child/children for the first time)
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee (Res/Reg) |
| 40561-01 | March 23-27 | M-F | 8am-3pm | $142/$162 |
| 40561-02 | March 23 | M | 8am-3pm | $32/$42 |
| 40561-03 | March 24 | Tu | 8am-3pm | $32/$42 |
| 40561-04 | March 25 | W | 8am-3pm | $32/$42 |
| 40561-05 | March 26 | Th | 8am-3pm | $32/$42 |
| 40561-06 | March 27 | F | 8am-3pm | $32/$42 |
Extended Spring Break Camp (K-6th Grade)
This program is offered to any child registered in the Spring Break Camp and is ideal for those parents needing a later pickup time. Children will enjoy gym time and games. A healthy snack will be provided. Extended Care will be canceled five days before if registration does not meet the minimum, so please register early! Pick up will be in the Arts and Crafts Room, 700 S. Bartlett Road.
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee (Res/Reg) |
| 40561-07 | March 23-27 | M-F | 3-6pm | $60/$80 |
| 40561-08 | March 23 | M | 3-6pm | $15/$18 |
| 40561-09 | March 24 | Tu | 3-6pm | $15/$18 |
| 40561-10 | March 25 | W | 3-6pm | $15/$18 |
| 40561-11 | March 26 | Th | 3-6pm | $15/$18 |
| 40561-12 | March 27 | F | 3-6pm | $15/$18 |
STEAM into Spring Nature Camp
“STEAM is an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. The end results are students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders, and learners of the 21st century.” STEAM portal: educationcloset.com/steam/what-is-steam. Dress for the weather, bring a lunch, snack, and water bottle. All registration closes, no exceptions, at 6pm Thursday prior to camp. Held at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road.
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee |
| 48515-01 | March 23-27 | M-F | 9am-3pm | $140 |
STEAM into Spring Before and After Camp Care
Join us for Before and/or After Care. Children can be dropped off early and stay late for supervised care before and after day care at the Bartlett Nature Center. Activities will vary and the atmosphere will be safe and casual inside the building. Breakfast or snack must be brought by the child. The use of cell phones will only be allowed before entering or after leaving the building. If there is an emergency please notify the office and the child will be located. To participate in Before or After care your child must be enrolled in the Nature Center Spring Camp. Held at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road.
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee |
| 48514-09 | March 23-27 | M-F | 7:30-9am | $24 |
| 48514-10 | March 23-27 | M-F | 3-6pm | $45 |
Summer Camps
Summer camp is held for preschoolers, elementary, and middle school students. A new adventure begins each day with hands-on activities, games, crafts and more in an outdoor environment. Once you are registered, please fill out the emergency form and bring it on the first day of camp.
Specialty Camps
Camps are held throughout the school year during school days off and include a variety of ages and encompass outdoor activities.
STEAM into Spring Nature Camp
“STEAM is an educational approach to learning that uses Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics as access points for guiding student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking. The end results are students who take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, persist in problem-solving, embrace collaboration, and work through the creative process. These are the innovators, educators, leaders, and learners of the 21st century.” STEAM portal: educationcloset.com/steam/what-is-steam. Dress for the weather, bring a lunch, snack, and water bottle. All registration closes, no exceptions, at 6pm Thursday prior to camp. Held at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road.
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee |
| 48515-01 | March 23-27 | M-F | 9am-3pm | $140 |
STEAM into Spring Before and After Camp Care
Join us for Before and/or After Care. Children can be dropped off early and stay late for supervised care before and after day care at the Bartlett Nature Center. Activities will vary and the atmosphere will be safe and casual inside the building. Breakfast or snack must be brought by the child. The use of cell phones will only be allowed before entering or after leaving the building. If there is an emergency please notify the office and the child will be located. To participate in Before or After care your child must be enrolled in the Nature Center Spring Camp. Held at Bartlett Nature Center, 2054 W. Stearns Road.
| ID# | Date | Day | Time | Fee |
| 48514-09 | March 23-27 | M-F | 7:30-9am | $24 |
| 48514-10 | March 23-27 | M-F | 3-6pm | $45 |
BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP (1st–10th Grade)
BEFORE CAMP RECREATION 7:30-8:30AM
Open to all participants enrolled in Camp Day By Day and Teen Camp. Children will participate in games and activities. Pre-registration is required. No Camp July 4th. Before Camp Recreation is located in the Bartlett Community Center Gym.
AFTER CAMP RECREATION 3:30-5:30PM
Open to all participants enrolled in Camp Day By Day and Sports Camp. Children will participate in games and activities. Please send a snack and water bottle with your camper. Pre-registration is required. No Camp July 4th. After Camp Recreation is located in the Bartlett Community Center Preschool Wing and utilizes the Community Center Gym when it is available.
CAMP DAY BY DAY (1st – 6th Grade)
Camp Day by Day 8:30AM-3:30PM
Customize your child’s summer camp experience! You can register for camp by the day or the week. Campers will learn new games, make unique craft projects and meet new friends. This camp will go swimming at the Bartlett Aquatic Center daily (weather permitting). Campers complete a water safety test and utilize the buddy system at the pool. There is one scheduled field trip each week, trips are listed below. Camp information and activities will vary daily. The registration deadline is 12noon the day before each scheduled field trip day. A camp T-shirt is included in the registration fee for campers participating in field trips. Before Camp Recreation is available from 7:30-8:30am and After Camp Recreation is available from 3:30-5:30pm. Advance registration is required.
Day by Day Camp is for children entering 1st-6th grade. Camp drop off and pick up is in the Bartlett Community Center Preschool Wing.
Daily Registration Resident/Regular:
Field Trip Daily Registration: Resident/Regular:
Time: 8:30am-3:30pm
SPORTS CAMP (1st–8th Grade)
This summer camp features indoor and outdoor athletic activities. The camp emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and of course fun, through involvement in many activities including, sports instruction, games and scrimmages in soccer, basketball, floor hockey, football, dodgeball and more. Fun team and playground games will also be played, and campers will swim daily at Bartlett Aquatic Center (weather pending). Also included is a field trip to a sport related event or activity, including but not limited to water parks, bowling, Laser Tag, and an indoor trampoline park. Participants will be divided into age-specific groups for specific activities throughout the day. A camp T-shirt is also included in the fee. This is the perfect camp for the sports enthusiast, and it’s sure to keep your camper active the whole day. All campers are swim tested, and wrist banded appropriately (based on ability to swim one length of the pool). The buddy system is also used.
This camp is available for those entering grades 1st-8th. Drop off takes place at Donald H. Schrade Gymnasium. Pick up takes place at Bartlett Aquatic Center. After Camp Recreation is also available from 3:30-5:30pm.
TEEN CAMP (Entering 7th–10th Grade)
Teen camp is an opportunity for your teen to stay busy over summer break while engaging in the community through service projects. Teen camp meets twice a week and consists of a weekly field trip and a local service project. Teens will meet at the Bartlett Community Center and will depart by 10am on the Park District bus for their daily activity. When time allows, participants will swim at Bartlett Aquatic Center upon returning to the Community Center. Campers should bring a sack lunch, water bottle, sunscreen & bug spray daily. Weekly communication will include details pertaining to each field trip & service project. A camp T-shirt is included in the registration fee.
Teen Camp is offered to youth entering 7th-10th grade.
Location: Drop off/Pick up in BPD Preschool Wing, this is a traveling camp
Time: 8:30am-3:30pm
Field Trips and Service Projects are subject to change due to enrollment and weather.
TINY TYKES (Ages 3–5)
This camp is designed to introduce young children to the camp experience. Children will play games and participate in craft projects as well as structured playtime both inside and outdoors. This camp does not go swimming but occasionally play water related games and/or visits the Bartlett Aquatic Center Splash Pad. Children will learn the importance of sharing, listening and cooperation. Children must be toilet independent. Swimsuit and towel do not need to be brought daily; only when the counselors request it. Campers do not need to bring a lunch, only a snack.
Age: 3-5 by first day of camp
Time: 8:30am-12pm
Location: Bartlett Community Center Preschool Wing
