Summer Camps

There's no better way to enjoy summer break than with summer camp! Camps are back and better than ever. With different camps available at a variety range of age levels, there's a camp for everyone! Check out camp offerings below.

Out-of-School Camp

Spend your summer building friendships, exploring the outdoors, and participating in healthy activities in a quality camp program. Our program follows all CDC guidelines and policies regarding social distancing and safe procedures, National Afterschool Alliance healthy eating and physical activity standards, and Virginia Childcare standards. Registration opens March 10 and is required.
Call (434) 799-5150 for information.

Outdoor Camps

Kayak Camp I

Three days of kayaking and water safety on the Dan River. Participants will learn basic kayaking skills and techniques, safety protocols, and explore different sections of the Dan River. Register by June 15. Call (434) 799-5150 for information.

Ages 8-12
June 21-23
Tuesday through Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$80
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Adventure Camp I

Prepare for an exciting outdoor day-camp consisting of hiking, kayaking, zip lining, high ropes adventures and climbing wall challenges. This camp will also include arts and crafts, environmental education, and outdoor games.
Register by June 22. Call (434) 799-5150 for information.

Ages 8-14
June 27-July 1
Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$130
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Kayak Camp II

Partake in an exhilarating week of kayaking. Teens will learn basic kayaking skills and techniques, safety protocols, and explore different sections of the Dan River as well as full a full day trip on a local river section. Call (434) 799-5150 for information.

Ages 10-16
July 11-15
Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$130
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Adventure Camp II

Prepare for an exciting outdoor day-camp consisting of hiking, kayaking, zip lining, high ropes adventures and climbing wall challenges. This camp will also include arts and crafts, environmental education, and outdoor games. Register by July 20. Call (434) 799-5150 for more information.

Ages 8-14
July 25-29
Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$130
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Library Camps

Summer reading

"Read Beyond the Beaten Path" with the library this summer! Avoid Summer Slide while school is out by participating in the library's Reading Challenge. The entire family can read and complete activities to earn prizes. In addition to the Reading Challenge, children, teens, and adults can register for a variety of free programs happening each week at the library. Programs will range from tie-dye crafts to book clubs, dinosaur tea parties to wilderness survival skills and so much more! Check out the library calendar of events at ReadDanvilleVA.org for a full list of programs. The summer festivities will kick off with a party on Thursday, June 9.

All ages
June 1-July 31

Camp grove recreation center Camps

Camp Grove Recreation Center provides access to programs and services for disabled individuals in the community. Services at Camp Grove center on ensuring participants are encouraged to step outside their comfort zone, experience independent life, and learn life skills—all while in an educational and safe environment.

Kids camp

Splashtacular

It's time to play in the sun! Kids will join in on the fun with our water activities that will include water slides, sprinklers, and so much more. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 5-12
June 13-17
Monday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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Play Zone

Kids will have a great time playing all day at the playgrounds and in the bouncy house at Family Fun Zone! Outdoor games will be included. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 5-12
June 21-24
Tuesday through Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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teens camp

Mad Science

Teens will explore their inner mad scientist at this camp! Between volcanoes and slime, there are many experiments to try out. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 13-21
June 27-July 1
Monday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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Field of Adventures

Everyone loves field day, so how about a field week? Teens will participate in ring toss, cornhole, and other competitive games in this camp! Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 13-21
July 5-8
Tuesday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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adult camps

Movin' n Groovin'

Music lovers will rock out at this camp! Listen to music or form your very own band. There will even be musical trivia! Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 22 and older
July 11-15
Monday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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Camp grove on the Move

The vans are on the move! Travel to the Greensboro Science Center to explore nature. You can also play mini golf at Putt-Putt in Lynchburg. Participate in community outings and explore the Danville area and other surrounding cities. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 22 and older
July 18-22
Monday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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All AGes Camp

American PasTimes

Participate in America’s favorite pastime activities! We'll go to American Legion Field to see the Danville Otterbots, and also play a game of flag football with your friends. At the end of camp, we'll celebrate with a summer cookout! Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 5 and older
July 25-29
Monday through Friday
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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Health and Safety

Health and safety are important in our community. Learn about the job duties of police officers, fire fighters, and EMS employees. Participants will play Bingo and Jingo games related to health and safety to win a prize! Call (434) 799-5199.