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 summer camp program. Our program follows all National Afterschool Alliance healthy eating and physical activity standards, and Virginia Childcare standards. Breakfast and lunch are provided through Danville Public Schools. Participants will need to bring an afternoon snack. This program is for rising first graders through sixth grade. Participants are welcome to bring their own breakfast and lunch. Registration is required. Call (434) 799-5150.

Outdoor Camps

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 one out of town trip to Fairy Stone State Park, arts and crafts, environmental education, and outdoor games. This fast-paced camp is for children ages 8-11. Call (434) 799-5150.

Ages 8-11
June 12-16
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$180/person
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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 one out of town trip to Hanging Rock State Park, arts and crafts, environmental education, and outdoor games. This fun-filled camp is for children ages 12-14. Call (434) 799-5150.

Ages 12-14
June 26-30
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$180/person
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adventure camp iii

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 one out of town trip to Smith Mountain Lake State Park, arts and crafts, environmental education, and outdoor games. This adventurous camp is for children ages 8-11. Call (434) 799-5150.

Ages 8-11
July 10-14
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$180/person
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kayak Camp I

This is a three-day workshop on kayaking basics and water safety on our very own Dan River. Participants will learn basic kayaking skills and techniques, safety protocols, and explore different sections of the Dan River. This workshop also includes an all-day river trip. This camp is for ages 8-11. Call (434) 799-5150. Ages 8-14

June 21-23
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$150/person
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Kayak camp ii

July 19-21
7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
$150/person
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Adventure to Hanging Rock

Calling all young adventurers! Seeking an adventure unlike no other? Join us as we travel to Hanging Rock State Park in North Carolina to spend four nights under the stars. We plan to hike the beautiful Pilot Mountain and Hanging Rock State Park, canoe on the Dan River, and learn camping basics, map reading, and camp cooking. This camp is perfect for beginners and experts alike seeking new thrills. This overnight camp is for children ages 12-14. Due to the nature of this camp, registration ends June 30 at 5 p.m. Call (434) 799-5150.

Meet at Glenwood Community Center by 7:30 a.m. on July 24
Returning to Glenwood Community Center by 5:30 p.m. on July 28
$300/person
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Library Camps

Summer reading

"To the Library and Beyond!" Explore the galaxy through stories with the library this summer! Avoid Summer Slide while school is out by participating in the library's Reading Challenge, June 1-July 31. Children and adults of all ages can read and complete activities to earn prizes. A library card is not required to participate, but you’ll want one to check out the books you choose for your challenge! Participants can log their reading themselves on the Beanstack Tracker app or pick up a paper reading log at the library.

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

splash into summer

Splash into summer in Third Avenue’s new splash pad in Danville. Play water games with your friends at our summer cookout or relax with a day at the park and the movies. Program intended for kids ages 5-12. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 5-12
June 12-16
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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cruisin' in the outdoors

Explore the hidden gems of Danville and other surrounding areas. Learn about new animals at the Greensboro Science Center or swim at the famous Staunton River State Park pool. Find out what else you can do in the great outdoors. Program intended for kids ages 5-12. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 5-12
June 20-23
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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teens camp

water mania

Ready, set, splash! Jump into Bur-Mil's Aquatic Park with Camp Grove friends and take a train ride around Pullen Park. Compete with your friends and blast a water rocket up to the sky to see who has the best rocket. Program intended for teens ages 12-19. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 12-19
July 10-14
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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summer explosion

It’s time to have a summer explosion full of science and fun. Can you make an unpoppable bubble? How about crystalizing your very own egg? Perform different science projects and even view animals in Spring Haven Farm at Chapel Hill, NC. Program intended for teens ages 12-19. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages 12-19
July 17-21
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50
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adult camps

wet and wild

Do you prefer the outdoors or indoors? Ride roller coaster rides or enjoy live musical performances for an outdoor adventure at Busch Gardens or attend Danville Cinemas for indoor entertainment. You will surely have fun outdoors and indoors. Program intended for adults ages 20 and above. Call (434) 799-5199.

June 26-29
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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science exploration

Attention all science explorers! The time to become a scientist is here. Create homemade pop rocks and launch a mentos rocket! Visit the Greensboro Science Center and enjoy a cookout with friends in honor of science. Program intended for adults ages 20 and above. Call (434) 799-5199.

July 3-7 (*No camp July 4)
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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All AGes Camp

sports on the go

On your mark, get set, go! Play flag football, volleyball, and or kickball with your Camp Grove friends. Relax after a competitive week, view a Danville Otterbots game, and watch a movie at the Ruby B. Archie Library. Program intended for ages five and above. Call (434) 799-5199.

Ages five and above
July 24-28
10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
$50/person
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fun in the sun

Celebrate the final week of summer camp with a big Luau Party and fun program outings. Play golf and arcade games at Putt Putt in Burlington, NC and Uptown Pinball. End the week with a memorable bowling game at Riverside Lanes. Program intended for ages five and above. Call (434) 799-5199.