Fishers Parks Releases 2021 Summer Camp Lineup

Fishers IN

04 February, 2021

5:42 PM

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From the City of Fishers: February 3, 2021 Fishers Parks announced the 2021 Summer Camp lineup, which features 32 new and exciting camps that let kids ages 4 to 14 explore the great outdoors, get creative and learn about nature and STEM topics in Fishers' favorite parks. This year's camp themes range from "Year in a Week" and "Let's Get Messy" to favorites like "Amazing Animals" and "Fun & Fitness", as well as an Indy Eleven soccer camp for ages 8 to 14. Registration for Fishers residents opens at 9 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 8. Non-resident registration opens at 9 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 15. Explore the full list of camp dates and register at playfishers.com/SummerCamp. Fishers Parks is committed to delivering high quality and safe programming while following health and safety guidelines. This year's COVID-19 camp procedures include: All camp counselors and campers will be screened daily and have their temperature checked. All camp counselors are required to wear a mask for the duration of the camp day. All campers are required to wear a mask when safe social distancing cannot be maintained. Camp counselors will be responsible for sanitizing surfaces throughout the camp day. Camp counselors will lead campers in regular restroom breaks and hand washing, and hand sanitizer will be available throughout the camp day. Camp activities and games are designed to be socially distanced when possible. Many activities will take place in an outdoor setting. All camp counselors must pass a criminal background check and are required to complete over 40 hours of training. Head counselors must undergo an additional vehicular background check. Additional camp safety procedures include on-site medical forms and photo identification for child sign-out. Fishers Parks is proud to offer free or reduced camp scholarships for Hamilton Southeastern Schools students who are enrolled in the free or reduced lunch program. Parents/guardians must register their child in person at the Fishers Parks office, providing documentation from HSE Food Services. Documentation can be retrieved from HSE by calling 317-594-4381. Scholarships are limited to one camp week per student. For more information about Fishers Parks camps, safety procedures and scholarship opportunities, visit playfishers.com/SummerCamp Additional Info... This press release was produced by the City of Fishers. The views expressed are the author's own.