Summer Camps at Bellevue

About Bellevue
State Park
Summer Camps


 

Registration begins February 9th,
9 am to Noon at the park office.

How to Register

To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to process for registration.

Mail or Walk-In Registration:
At the park office:
800 Carr Road
Wilmington, DE 19809
Forms of payment accepted: Check, cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover
Accept payment: in person, mailed in, or over the phone with credit card number
Payment due: 50% due at time of registration, 100% due one month before camp begins.

Park Office

  • Bellevue State Park
    800 Carr Rd.
    Wilmington, DE 19809
  • Phone: (302) 761-6963
  • Fax: (302) 761-6951

 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations and/or requests to reschedule must be received 30 days before the start of camp and will be subject to a $30 administrative fee.  There will be no refunds or rescheduling within 30 days of the start of camp.

Please refer to the registration packet for other information and policies.

Find A Camp at
a Different Park:

Our Camps


Young Explorers: Let’s Explore Our Senses

Session:
Monday, June 17, 2013 to Friday, June 21, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – Noon
Ages: 4 to 5
Cost: $100 per week per camper

About the Program: Daily activities relate to the theme of the week and are documented on our “Look What We Did Today” wall for parents to see. Each week will be different, so sign up for one or all four! Before care is available.


Recreation Camp: Amazing Animals

Session:
Monday, June 17, 2013 to Friday, June 21, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Traveling Camp: Fishing Camp

Session:
Monday, June 24, 2013 to Friday, June 28, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 11 to 14
Cost: $300 per camper

About the Program: Travel to different fishing sites and take an offshore charter boat trip. Learn about fresh and saltwater fishing, fly-fishing, fishing ethics, safety and techniques. For all skill levels. Campers may bring their own equipment; however, all necessary supp


Junior Naturalists

Session:
Monday, June 24, 2013 to Friday, June 28, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 8
Cost: $210 per camper

About the Program: Explore a different nature theme each day through outdoor exploration, discussions and hands-on activities or crafts. Campers will use their experiences to create a nature journal for the week.


Recreation Camp: Gizmos and Gadgets

Session:
Monday, June 24, 2013 to Friday, June 28, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Recreation Camp: Winter in July

Session:
Monday, July 01, 2013 to Friday, July 05, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $150 per camper

About the Program: Activities at this 4-day camp include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park. No camp on July 4.


Junior Fishing

Session:
Monday, July 01, 2013 to Wednesday, July 03, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 9
Cost: $150 per camper

About the Program: Do you love to fish or want to learn how? Then this is a camp for you. Learn different types of fishing, fishing ethics, safety and techniques. We explore the world of fish and fishing through crafts, hikes and hands-on activities. Note: this is not a travelling camp.


Young Explorers: A Walk In the Woods

Session:
Monday, July 08, 2013 to Friday, July 12, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – Noon
Ages: 4 to 5
Cost: $100 per week per camper

About the Program: Daily activities relate to the theme of the week and are documented on our “Look What We Did Today” wall for parents to see. Each week will be different, so sign up for one or all four! Before care is available.


Recreation Camp: Out of this World

Session:
Monday, July 08, 2013 to Friday, July 12, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Junior Fishing -- FULL!

Session:
Monday, July 08, 2013 to Friday, July 12, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 9
Cost: $210 per camper

About the Program: Do you love to fish or want to learn how? Then this is a camp for you. Learn different types of fishing, fishing ethics, safety and techniques. We explore the world of fish and fishing through crafts, hikes and hands-on activities. Note: this is not a travelling camp.


Naturalist Apprentice

Session:
Monday, July 15, 2013 to Friday, July 19, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 11 to 13
Cost: $210 per camper

About the Program: This camp is for serious nature lovers. Develop your naturalist skills and explore environmental stewardship principles. Create and use a field guide, journal, crafts and more.


Recreation Camp: Nature Art

Session:
Monday, July 15, 2013 to Friday, July 19, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Traveling Camp: Volunteerism Camp

Session:
Monday, July 22, 2013 to Friday, July 26, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 12 to 15
Cost: $225 per camper

About the Program: Visit different sites and participate in daily service projects. Learn about organizations’ activities and volunteer opportunities. Projects include packing food, visiting senior centers and gardening.


Young Explorers: Nature’s Rainbows

Session:
Monday, July 22, 2013 to Friday, July 26, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – Noon
Ages: 4 to 5
Cost: $100 per week per camper

About the Program: Daily activities relate to the theme of the week and are documented on our “Look What We Did Today” wall for parents to see. Each week will be different, so sign up for one or all four! Before care is available.


Recreation Camp: Wild Wild West

Session:
Monday, July 22, 2013 to Friday, July 26, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Traveling Camp: Extreme Sports Camp -- FULL!

Session:
Monday, July 29, 2013 to Friday, August 02, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 12 to 14
Cost: $335 per camper

About the Program: Travel to different sites for exciting activities such as kayaking, paintballing, surfing, rock climbing and more. Safety and teambuilding are also part of this awesome camp. No experience is necessary.


Recreation Camp: Amazing Race

Session:
Monday, July 29, 2013 to Friday, August 02, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Intro to Photography

Session:
Monday, July 29, 2013 to Friday, August 02, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 10
Cost: $235 per camper

About the Program: Explore different photography techniques each day with hands-on applications. Parents are invited to an art show on Friday afternoon. All supplies, including two disposable cameras and photo printing costs, are included in the camp fee.


Traveling Camp: Fishing Camp

Session:
Monday, August 05, 2013 to Friday, August 09, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 11 to 14
Cost: $300 per camper

About the Program: Travel to different fishing sites and take an offshore charter boat trip. Learn about fresh and saltwater fishing, fly-fishing, fishing ethics, safety and techniques. For all skill levels. Campers may bring their own equipment; however, all necessary supp


Intro to Photography

Session:
Monday, August 05, 2013 to Friday, August 09, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 10
Cost: $235 per camper

About the Program: Explore different photography techniques each day with hands-on applications. Parents are invited to an art show on Friday afternoon. All supplies, including two disposable cameras and photo printing costs, are included in the camp fee.


Recreation Camp: Mad Science

Session:
Monday, August 05, 2013 to Friday, August 09, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Bug Adventures

Session:
Monday, August 12, 2013 to Friday, August 16, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 6 to 8
Cost: $210 per camper

About the Program: Are you buggy for insects? We will explore the world of insects with hikes, crafts, hands-on activities, discussions and more. By the end of this week, you will definitely love bugs!


Recreation Camp: Pirate’s Cove

Session:
Monday, August 12, 2013 to Friday, August 16, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.


Young Explorers: What’s That Habitat?

Session:
Monday, August 19, 2013 to Friday, August 23, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – Noon
Ages: 4 to 5
Cost: $100 per week per camper

About the Program: Daily activities relate to the theme of the week and are documented on our “Look What We Did Today” wall for parents to see. Each week will be different, so sign up for one or all four! Before care is available.


Recreation Camp: Creepy Crawlies

Session:
Monday, August 19, 2013 to Friday, August 23, 2013
Camp Day: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: 7 to 11
Cost: $185 per camper

About the Program: Activities include nature exploration, arts and crafts, sports and a weekly field trip outside of the park.