A limited number of openings remain for our summer camps. Please see the camp listing below for availability. On-line registration is available if you are a returning participant of a Parks & Recreation camp (except ESP). If you were in a 2006 or 2007 program, you may utilize the on-line registration system but you must have a User ID and password. If you did not receive this in the mail or if would like to apply for one, you can download a registration form which is available on the Parks homepage. For more information about on-line registration, contact us at (859) 288-2980 or email with your questions at parkswebhelp@lfucg.com

Scholarships

We are committed to seeing every child in our community provided the opportunity to participate in recreational and leisure activities, regardless of economic limitations. The LFUCG Division of Parks and Recreation provides for a 50% reduction in fees for families who qualify. Parents/Guardians must complete a scholarship form and provide proof of eligibility on an annual basis. Free lunch verification, KTAP, Medical Card, documentation of foster care or other proof of government assistance is acceptable as proof of eligibility. All forms must be submitted to the Division and verified before any scholarships are granted.

Some Parks and Recreation programs are already offered at a reduced rate and therefore do not offer the 50% fee reduction. These programs are: Castlewood Community Center Camp and the Kiddie Kapers Company half-day dance camp.

The Extended School Program (ESP) fee reduction rate is based on an enrollment ratio. One partial scholarship is given for every ten (10) enrollments. Reduced rate of $10 per day is given for summer camp and $5 per day for after school per child. For those families that do not qualify for scholarships, a multiple child discount is given for summer camp only.

Scholarship requests are reviewed and approved by the Section Manager of the program for which the scholarship is being requested or in the case of registration for multiple programs any Section Manager may approve the request.

Appeals for denial of scholarship eligibility or requests for additional fee reduction may be made in writing to the Division of Parks and Recreation Director, 469 Parkway Drive, Lexington, KY 40504.

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Artkids

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Artkids is a great way to introduce your child to the arts. The camp is held at the Tates Creek Recreation Center (1400 Gainesway Drive), is open to youth ages 7 - 12. Campers will experience dance, visual arts, music, theater and the work of guest artists. In addition, participants will swim everyday. (Drop off is between 8 - 8:30 am and pick up between 5:30 - 6 pm.) The cost for each this camp is $100 per session and individuals may attend only one session. A limited number of partial scholarships are available.

Camp Kearney

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Camp Kearney is a nine day camp at Jacobson Park. Activities planned for Camp Kearney include nature study and projects, camp crafts, hiking, archery, canoeing, boating and many types of games. This camp is for youth ages 6 - 12 regardless of ability levels. Camp hours are 8 am - 4 pm. Transportation will be provided from the locations below. Please choose one of the locations below for drop-off/pick-up. If you choose to drop-off/pick-up at Kearney you must indicate a pick-up site on Wednesday as all campers spend the afternoon at the Aquatic Centers. The cost is $90 for the nine-day session and includes lunch, afternoon snacks and any supplies necessary for the various programs. Campers who quality for free lunch at school may be eligible for reduced camp fees. There will be four (4) sessions of Camp Kearney; campers may register for ONE SESSION only. For more information call (859) 288-2908.

Castlewood Center Camp

Openings remain. Call 288-2954 for availability.

Open to ages 6 - 12, this camp will take place daily from 8 am - 4 pm and will consist of (4) two-week sessions. The fee is $50 per session and will include activities such as athletics, arts & crafts, computer skills, special events, nature activities and other educational components. For additional information, call (859) 288-2953.

EdVenture Camp

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EdVenture Camp is a weeklong educational adventure in the great outdoors. This interactive environmental education day camp is designed for children ages 6 to 12 years old. Campers will get to explore and learn about our natural world through hands-on activities, field trips, games and crafts.

The fee is $100 per camper this includes any necessary supplies, transportation, admittance fees for field trips and daily afternoon snacks. Campers will be responsible for their own lunch. Camp hours are 8 am - 5 pm; campers should be dropped off between 8 - 8:30 am and picked up between 4:30 - 5 pm. All sessions will be filled on first-come, first-served basis and are limited to ten (10) participants. Campers may only attend one session. A limited number of partial scholarships will be available to those who qualify. For a registration form or more information, please call (859) 225-4073.

ESP Summer Fun Camp

Stonewall and Maxwell Elementary Schools are on a waitlist. Openings remain for all other camps. Call 288-2929 for information.

The Extended School Program (ESP) Summer Fun Camp is a fun and exciting program designed to provide opportunities in recreation, leisure activities, educational components and positive social interaction. Registration is open to children entering kindergarten through sixth grade. Priority is given to students currently enrolled in ESP. Registration is then open to the public until all spaces are full. Please call 288-2929 for camp locations, specific dates, and items needed at each camp. The hours of operation are 7:15 am - 6 pm, Monday - Friday. If campers attend five (5) or more weeks of camp there is a $65 activity fee to cover all field trips, registration fees and camper t-shirts. (Thirty-five dollars for attending four (4) weeks or less.) Cost for camp is $85 per week for one child, $155 per week for two children and $200 per week for three children. For more information on the ESP summer fun camp, call 288-2929.

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Kiddie Kapers Company Dance Camp

Openings remain in Session A in both the Youth Camp and Junior Camp. All other sessions are full. Call 288-2935 for information.

The Kiddie Kapers Dance Camp is offered for two different age groups. The Youth Camp (ages 4 - 7) is a half day session and includes instruction in basic ballet, tap and jazz as well as arts & crafts, story time, movement and motor skill development. The Junior Camp (ages 7 - 15) is a full day session and includes instruction in tap, jazz, cheer dance & movement, ballet, arts & crafts and daily swimming. Previous dance instruction is not a required. The cost is $50 for the half-day session or $100 for the full-day session. A limited number of partial payment scholarships are available for the full day camp only. The Kiddie Kapers Company Dance Camp will be held at the Tates Creek Recreation Center, 1400 Gainesway Drive. For more information, call (859) 288-2935. This year's sessions are:

Masterson Station Equestrian Camp

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The Masterson Station Park Equestrian Camp is a week-long camp that allows participants the opportunity to discover what it is like to be a horse owner. The camp will take place from 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Thursday and on Friday, the camp will start at 9 am and will conclude after the horseshow which begins at 10:30 am. The camp, which will take place at the Indoor Arena, is open to youth ages 10 - 15 years and the cost is $100 per person for the week. There is a limit of ten riders per session. Participants should bring their own lunch. For more information, contact the Equestrian Office at (859) 253-0328.

*Prerequisite for this camp is attendance in either an intermediate or advanced class offered through the riding program at Masterson Station Park.

REAL Summer Fun Camp

Openings remain. Call 288-2929 for information

The Recreation Enrichment and Learning (REAL) Summer Fun Camp is a cooperative venture between Fayette County Public Schools and the Division of Parks and Recreation to offer summer programming to middle school aged children. Held at Southern Middle School, this camp will operate for eight (8) weeks. The hours of operation are 7:15 am - 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Registration is open to students entering sixth through eighth grade. Please call prior to registration to find out if your child is eligible. Activities will include swimming, field trips, active games, and some educational components. A breakfast and afternoon snack will be provided. Students will be required to pack a lunch everyday. Costs per child are $85 per week for one child, $155 per week for two children and $200 per week for three children. Additionally, there is a $50 activity fee if campers attend four or less weeks and a $100 activity fee for five or more weeks. For more information, contact the ESP Offices at 288-2929.

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Tennis and Swim Camp

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Four, two-week sessions of the tennis and swim camp will be held at Shillito Park. Parks and Recreation provides three tennis instructors, all tennis balls, a tennis ball machine, and supervision at the pool. All participants must provide their own transportation, food and drinks, racquets, swimsuits and towel.

There is a maximum of 30 campers, ages 6 - 14 years old, in each session. Campers will be grouped for tennis instruction according to ability. Camp will take place from 9 am - 4 pm. Children may not be dropped off earlier than 8:30 am and must be picked up no later than 4:30 pm. Cost is $90 per camper per session and all skill levels are accepted. A limited number of scholarships are available. This year's sessions are:

Each session will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis and all sessions fill quickly. For more information on Tennis and Swim Camp, call the Athletics Office Information Line at (859) 288-2920.

Therapeutic Recreation Fun Camps

Openings remain for Castlewood Session 1 & 2 as well as Woodland Session 1. Call 288-2908 for information.

The camp, which is designed for all youth and young adults with disabilities between the ages of 5 - 21, will be held at Castlewood and Woodland Parks. The camp will operate from 7:45 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. The Castlewood Camp is open to ages 5 - 12 while the Woodland Camp is open to those 13 - 21 years. The cost is $150 per session and scholarships are available. Campers who qualify for free lunch through their school may be eligible for a reduced camp fee. For more information on TR Fun Camps, call (859) 288-2928. The camp sessions are:

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Please note: There is a two-week inclusive camp session available at Camp Kearney.