Leroy Springs & Co. Summer Camp Booklet 2025 by Leroy Springs & Co

Your Summer Adventure Awaits!

fYounger explorers will love Junior Adventure Seekers for fun nature activities, while Seekers can try out cool new skills like corcling and fishing. For those craving a bit more excitement, Trekkers offers kayaking and mountain biking, and Adventurers level up with life skills, field trips, and a deeper connection to nature. Our Leaders in Training program helps older campers build leadership skills while having a blast at camp.

NEW THIS YEAR, young campers can discover the joy of farm life at our Camp at the Children’s Farm and horse lovers, won’t want to miss our Equestrian Camps, where you can learn to ride or boost your skills in the saddle. For those who dream of catching “the big one” or hitting the trails, Fish Tales and Mountain Bike Camps bring specialized experiences. Meanwhile, FLYERS Camp mixes STEAM activities with all the best parts of summer camp.

Join us for a summer filled with hikes, horseback rides, stream stomping, fort building, and so much more! From creativity to character building, our camps have it all for kids ages 3 to 15. Dive into a season of outdoor fun, where every day is a new adventure!

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FAQs

Who can participate in Leroy Springs & Co. camps?

Any child between the ages of 3 and 15 is eligible to participate in our Greenway camps. Camps are held outside, so campers should be prepared for the heat, humidity, and bugs of South Carolina summers. Rising 1st-6th graders attending FLYERS Camps can expect both indoor and outdoor activities held at the five designated elementary schools.

Any child between the ages of 3 and 15 is eligible to participate in our summer camps. Camps are held outside, so campers should be prepared for the heat, humidity, and bugs of South Carolina summers. Campers attending FLYERS Camps can expect both indoor and outdoor activities.

Are there any physical requirements for camp?

Our Greenway Series, Greenway Specialty, and Equestrian Campers participate in activities such as hiking on uneven terrain, mountain biking (Trekkers, Adventurers, and Mountain Bike camps only), and mounting & dismounting horses (Equestrian camps only). Campers are provided instruction and guidance but should be able to accomplish such activities with minimal assistance.

Our Adventure Series, Specialty, and Equestrian Camps participate in activities such as hiking on uneven terrain, mountain biking (Trekkers, Adventurers, and Mountain Bike camps only), and mounting & dismounting horses (Equestrian camps only). Campers are provided instruction and guidance but should be able to accomplish such activities with minimal assistance.

Our FLYERS Summer Camps offer a full-day camp option for children who may not thrive in the outdoor setting that our Greenway Camps offer. Please visit the FLYERS page of this camp guide for more information.

Our FLYERS Summer Camps offer a full-day camp option for children who may not thrive in the outdoor setting that our Greenway camps offer. Please visit the FLYERS page of this camp guide for more information.

What types of activities do campers participate in at camp?

Each camp has a variety of activities that provide a well-rounded camp experience. All Greenway Series Camps can expect to participate in outdoor activities such as playing in wooded areas and fields, stream stomping, and age-appropriate hikes. Seekers, Trekkers and Adventurers groups also participate in activities such as corcling or kayaking, archery, field games, crafts, fishing, and mountain biking (Trekkers and Adventurers age groups only). Equestrian campers learn not only how to ride, but also learn grooming and horsemanship. At FLYERS day camps, campers spend their days both inside and outside at a local elementary school with activities centered around a weekly theme, including crafts, STEAM-focused experiments, group games, and field trips.

Each camp has a variety of activities that provide a well-rounded camp experience. All Adventure Series Camps can expect to participate in outdoor activities such as playing in wooded areas and fields, stream stomping, and age-appropriate hikes. Seekers, Trekkers and Adventurers camps also participate in activities such as kayaking, archery, field games, crafts, fishing, and mountain biking (Trekkers and Adventurers age groups only). Equestrian campers learn not only how to ride, but also learn grooming and horsemanship.

At FLYERS day camps, campers spend their days both inside and outside at a local elementary school with activities centered around a weekly theme, including crafts, STEAM-focused experiments, group games, and field trips.

What are the behavior expectations at camp?

To be their most unique selves, campers are expected to contribute to a safe environment by meeting camp expectations: being kind and respectful to all; following instructions and cooperating with staff and others by trying their best and bringing positivity in all activities, allowing us to prioritize fun. We firmly adhere to the Leroy Springs & Co. zero tolerance policy regarding discriminatory words and actions with an emphasis on teachable moments and viewing behaviors with a child-friendly lens.

Leroy Springs & Co. camps focus on providing a safe environment for all campers and staff. To allow campers to be their most unique selves at camp, we expect campers to contribute to the safe environment by meeting camp expectations, such as being kind and respectful to all, following directions, and committing to themseldves and others by trying their best and bringing positivity in all activities

Do I have to sign-up for all of the weeks of camp?

You can choose to sign up for as many weeks as you’d like for your campers! Plus, you can mix and match, creating the summer camp experience that best fits your camper by trying out all that we have to offer.

Please note that the primary activities for Seekers, Trekkers and Adventurers Camps do not change week to week so if your camper attends multiple weeks of the same camp, they will have a similar experience week to week.

Please note that the primary activities for Adventure Series Camps do not change week to week so if your camper attends multiple weeks of the same camp, they will have a similar experience week to week.

Can my child attend with a friend?

Camp is a great time to make new friends! At Seekers, Trekkers and Adventurers Camps, group requests are allowed. Please note, group requests cannot be made until the week before camp begins (more instructions will be provided at that time). Group requests must be mutual and campers must be in the same age group. Please note that we cannot accommodate large group requests (3+ campers) and group requests are never guaranteed.

Camp is a great time to make new friends! At Adventure Series Camps, group requests are allowed. Please note, group requests cannot be made until the week before camp begins (more instructions will be provided at that time). Group requests must be mutual and campers must be in the same age group. Please note that we cannot accommodate large group requests (3+ campers) and group requests are not guaranteed.

What happens if I need to cancel?

Please make sure to review the cancellation policy closely on page 7 before registering for any of our summer camps. Online cancellation forms are available on the Anne Springs Close Greenway website and FLYERS website.

Please make sure to review the cancellation policy closely on page 7 before registering for any of our summer camps.

What happens if camp fills up? What is the waitlist procedure?

All our camps will have waitlists available once a camp has filled. There is no cost to register for a waitlist, but you will still need to complete an application in EZChildTrack for the camps you would like your camper(s) to attend. This includes completing the health history form. Should a spot become available, we will contact waitlist applicants in the order applications were received. A timely response is required, so please make sure to review these communications closely to avoid missing any deadlines. If you accept an offered spot, any remaining mandatory information and payment will be due at the time of acceptance.

All our camps will have waitlists available once a camp has filled. There is no cost to register for a waitlist, but you will still need to complete an application in EZChildTrack for the camps you would like your camper(s) to attend. This includes completing the health history form. Should a spot become available, we will email waitlist applicants in the order applications were received. A timely response is required, so please make sure to review these communications closely to avoid missing any deadlines. If you accept an offered spot, any remaining mandatory information and payment will be due at the time of acceptance.

EZChildTrack Registration

Registration Opens

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 8:00am EST

Registration

We are excited to have your camper(s) join us for summer camp 2025! We use EZChildTrack for all camp registrations, payments and health records. Registration for all camps can be done online at EZChildTrack.com/ASCGreenway/parent. If you are logging onto EZChildTrack for the first time, you will need to set up a new account to access the parent portal. If you already have an account with EZChildTrack, you can register by logging into your parent portal at the same web address listed above. Campers’ health history must be completed at the time of registration. Additionally, LITs must have their applications and recommendation letters completed and ready to be uploaded at the time of registration. We appreciate the time you take to ensure that the information you provide is as up to-date and accurate as possible.

Parents’ Guide For Registering For Summer Camp

To assist you in the process, please find information below to have available when you are completing your application(s) for your camper(s) for any of the camps at Anne Springs Close Greenway, Springmaid Mountain, or FLYERS.

• Greenway Family Membership holders, please have your membership number ready.

• We require each child to have at least two emergency contacts, including name and contact information.

• If providing additional contacts who are authorized to pick up your child/ren, please have their name and contact information available.

• Specific basic health information including but not limited to:

• Dietary restrictions

• Allergies

• Epi-pen or Inhaler use

• Any physician instructions for activity limitations

• Confirmation of all vaccinations up to date as well as:

• date (month/year) of each child’s last tetanus shot (Tdap or Td). Required for Seekers, Trekkers & Adventurers only.

• any religious exemptions. Be prepared to provide a copy of the exemption via email at adventureseekers@ ascgreenway.org

• LIT application and letters of recommendation in PDF format.

This is not an exhaustive list, but these questions require more detailed information. Each program may have specific and unique information requests.

Payment & Cancellation

Payment

Costs listed for each camp are the total rate. All Greenway camps require a $100 nonrefundable deposit per week of camp, per child at the time of registration. FLYERS Camp requires a $50 deposit per week, per child. Greenway Family Membership holders receive a 10% discount off the balance of camp fees. Final payment for each week of camp is due the Monday prior to the start of the camp week for which your camper(s) is/are registered. All payments will be managed through EZChildTrack. Guardians will be able to log into your account/ Parent Portal once registration is complete.

Failure to submit payment will result in your child being removed from their week of camp with full payment still due. Unpaid balances on accounts will accrue weekly late fees and will prevent registration for any family member in other programs.

Cancellation and Refunds

All Greenway camps have a $100 non-refundable deposit per week, per child. FLYERS Camp requires a $50 deposit per week, per child. Cancellations submitted less than ten (10) calendar days prior to the first day of camp will be responsible for payment of the full balance of camp fees. Unpaid balances on accounts will accrue weekly late fees and will prevent registration for any family member in other programs.

Online cancellation forms for all camps are found on our respective websites at: ASCGreenway.org/Camps and FLYERSPrograms.org/Camps and must be submitted no later than 10 days prior to the first day of camp.

Transfers

Transfers between any camps requested at least ten (10) days prior to the first day of camp will incur a $10 service fee. The deposit ($100 Greenway Camps | $50 FLYERS camps) will transfer to the new camp.

Transfers requested less than ten (10) days prior to the first day of camp will forfeit the deposit ($100 Greenway Camps | $50 FLYERS camps)per week, per child, and will incur a $10 service fee.

Mon.-Sat. 8:30am–5:30pm and Sun. 1:00–5:30pm*

Monday-Saturday: 8:30am–5:30pm and Sunday: 10:00am–5:00pm*

*For questions on registration day, our Youth Programs Department will be available at 803-547-1011 starting at 8:00am.

*For questions on registration day, our Youth Programs Department will be available at 803-547-1011 starting at 8am.

Financial Assistance Opportunities

Anne Springs Close Bridge Program

The Anne Springs Close Greenway is committed to connecting people to nature through recreational and educational activities that foster a passion for the outdoors. In order to make the Greenway accessible for all, the Bridge Program mirrors the eligibility schedule outlined by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service in determining eligibility for free and reduced meals.

Eligible Programs

• Greenway Membership

• Greenway Summer Camps (ages 3-16)

• Greenway Speciality Camps

• Equestrian Camps

• FLYERS Afterschool Program (K-5)

• FLYERS Summer Camps (rising 1st-6th)

• Group Equestrian Lessons

• Select Outdoor Recreation Programs

• Select Education Programs

How to Sign-Up

1. Complete Bridge Program Application at: www.leroysprings.com/bridge

2. Provide copy of free/reduced lunch letter OR SNAP approval certificate OR IRS Form 1040 Page 1, or transcript.

Special circumstances beyond these requirements may be considered on a case-bycase basis.

For more information about the Bridge Program, please call 803-547-1047 or email BridgeProgram@LeroySprings.com.

Please note: We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information and provide requested documentation. You will be contacted by email or phone within seven (7) business days of your application submission.

Greenway Camp Series Day Camps

Jr. Adventure Seekers

Tiny Timbers (Preschool-PreK)

Little Critters (Rising K- Rising 1st Grade)

Tiny Timbers must be 3 and Little Critters must be 5 years old before the first day of camp. Our youngest adventurers will learn to love the great outdoors while exploring on the Greenway. Each day will be filled with creative and physical activities with plenty of adventure along the way. Little Critter campers (Rising K-Rising 1st graders) may register for a morning and/or afternoon session on eligible weeks. Pack a lunch and let them stay the day!* Children must be fully potty trained, able use the bathroom independently and able to change wet and dry clothing.

When and Where

Monday to Friday, Morning: 9:00am to 12:00pm, Afternoon: 1:00pm to 4:00pm, at the Lake Haigler Entrance, 2593 Lake Haigler Drive

Drop Off: 8:30am to 9:00am

Pick Up: 12:00pm to 12:30 pm (AM sessions) & 4:00pm to 4:30pm (PM sessions)

Cost: $215; $100 non-refundable deposit due at registration. Greenway Family Membership holders receive 10% off balance of camp.

* (Little Critters Full Day option requires separate registration and payment for both the morning and afternoon session of the selected week.)