Miami-Dade Parks' ''Live a Park Life Summer Camps'' aim to attract kids to nature and adventure by delivering uniquely enriching experiences in the great outdoors
Early Registration Begins March 23
(MIAMI, March 18, 2015) – Summer may be months away however, it is not too early to consider a summer camp for your child. Miami-Dade County is utilizing our world-renowned parks to create camps that will help parents combat the enticing allure of television, video games and other sedentary activities.
Managed by Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department recreation specialists and conveniently located at 31 parks throughout the County, “Live A Park Life Summer Camps” will run from June 8 through August 14, 2015 (select sites open through August 21). The camps will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and offer 7:30 a.m. early drop-off and 6 p.m. late pick-up options. Parents are encouraged to register their children early starting Monday, March 23 online. However, families in need of financial assistance must register and apply for assistance in person at their selected park.
“Playing in the great outdoors fuels the body with fresh air and exploring nature in South Florida’s woods and beautiful waterways fires-up the imagination like no video game can,” said Miami-Dade Parks Director Jack Kardys. “Science is proving the mental and physical health gains behind what we’ve known all along: Playing outside is adventurous fun that helps to develop a healthier, happier child, and that’s a priceless gift of nature that we’re proud to deliver in our parks throughout Miami-Dade County.”
Unlike traditional day camps, parents can mix-and-match their preferred options, so their children experience a new adventure each week throughout the summer.
Registration is available at any General or Specialized camp’s host park. Parents can also register their child for most of Miami-Dade County Parks’ exciting Summer Camps online. However, families in need of financial assistance must register and apply for assistance in person at their selected park.
For more information, patrons are encouraged to visit the Miami-Dade County Parks website, call their local park, or call 3 - 1 - 1 for Miami-Dade County Information.
About the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department:
Miami-Dade County Parks is the third largest county park system in the United States, consisting of 260 parks and 12,825 acres of land. It is one of the most unique park and recreation systems in the world. For information about Miami-Dade County Parks visit their website or call 3-1-1.
Miami-Dade County Parks is supported by The Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade a non-profit 501(c)3 organization supporting the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department’s efforts to further develop Miami-Dade County’s world-class parks system for residents and visitors. Its mission is to create a healthier, more livable and sustainable Miami community by ensuring the implementation of the Parks Open Space Master Plan and the development of year-round park and recreation programs for local children, adults and people with disabilities. Visit the Parks Foundation website for more information.
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