Johnson City Parks and Recreation … 423-283-5820 … Email: jcparksinfo@johnsoncitytn.org A camp for every kid! Simply put, that is our goal. Your camper is unique, with their own diverse interests, abundant skills and untapped potential. We’ve created camps with that in mind, designed specifically to keep your child active, engaged, learning, exploring and connected to their friends and community during the summer months. We have camps for the kid who loves the outdoors, getting their hands dirty and discovering nature. Or a camp for the aspiring athlete who is passionate about being active, playing games and improving their skills. Camps for teens with an adventurous spirit. For kids who embrace the traditional summer camp experience. Our summer day camps offer crafts, games, field trips, new experiences and more. Of course we want our campers to have fun, but camps offer extra benefits that last a lifetime. They provide opportunities for kids to explore and discover their talents, learn team building, develop self-confidence, cultivate problem-solving skills, promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles and provide opportunities for creative expression in an unconventional and fun learning environment. All camps are guided by caring and qualified staff.
When School is Out, Camps Are IN! Ways to register: Online (myjcparks.org), in person (Memorial Park Community Center, Carver Recreation Center or Winged Deer Park), mail-in (Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St., Johnson City, TN 37601):
Registration Begins April 19, 2021 - 8 a.m. Each registrant must complete a registration form and all fees must be paid in full before acceptance into camp. A copy of your child’s birth certificate must accompany each registration form for walk-in registrations. Refunds will not be issued after camp begins, unless it is due to a medical reason. Medical refunds must be accompanied by a doctor’s recommendation.
Traditional Camps Jump-Start JC Camp Location: Freedom Hall Auxiliary Gym, 1320 Pactolas Road 423-434-5749 Date: June 1-July 30 (NO camp the week of July 5 - 9) Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop off (7:30 a.m.) Late pick up (5:15 p.m.) -$20/week or $100/entire summer Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $200/camper (non-city residents will be charged an additional $5 fee) It’s summer time in Johnson City! Looking for something exhilarating for your children to do this summer? Come join us for Jump-Start JC! This camp will offer opportunities to learn about fitness, nutrition, sports, arts & crafts and nature. Participants will enjoy education programs, meeting guest speakers, fun field trips and making new friends. Our camp provides an exciting atmosphere with structured programs that allow the kids to have fun but learn different activities at the same time. Looking forward to seeing you this summer at Jump-Start JC Camp. Camp is limited to 60 participants. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Carver Recreation Camp Location: Carver Recreation Center, 322 W. Watauga Ave. - 423-461-8830 Date: June 1-July 30 (NO camp the week of July 5 - 9) Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early drop off (7:30 a.m.) Late pick up (5:15 p.m.) - $20/week or $100/entire summer Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $120/camper (non-city residents will be charged an additional $5 fee) Campers will experience field trips, weekly art activities, team building and physical fitness activities. Breakfast and lunch will be provided each day. Campers will receive weekly itineraries as well as a camp T-shirt. Camp is limited to 60 participants. 2
Specialty Camps Learn to Ride Bike Camp Location: Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St. - 423-434-5757 Date: June 1-4 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 6-8 Camp fee: $40/person JC Parks will join with Trek Bicycle to offer this one-of-a-kind camp experience. Camp is perfect for those just learning how to ride. Our goal is to get participants riding on two wheels confidently. We will meet at two different locations including Memorial Park Community Center and Winged Deer Park. Trek bikes and helmets will be provided for those that need them. Safety is our priority. Camp is limited to 12 participants.
Mountain Biking Camp Location: Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St. 423-434-5757 Date: June 7-11 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 9-12 Camp fee: $40/person Come learn the basics of mountain biking in this adrenaline-fueled camp. We will meet at three different locations in the area including Memorial Park Community Center, Winged Deer Park and Tannery Knobs. Participants will learn a variety of skills while under close adult supervision. Trek Bikes and helmets can be provided for those that need them. Safety is our priority. Participants must be competent bike riders, i.e. be able to ride through grass, travel in a straight line and up short inclines. Camp is limited to 12 participants.
Soccer Camp Location: Civitan Park, 1000 North Broadway - 423-434-5757 Date: June 14-18 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $40 Improve your fundamental soccer skills! Work on footwork, agility, passing, kicking and shooting. Players will be challenged at an appropriate level while receiving instruction in a fun, positive environment. We will end the week by walking over to Rotary Park to enjoy the splash pad on Friday. Campers will need to bring their swimsuit, water shoes and towel. Camp is limited to 25 participants.
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PLEASE NOTE: NO CAMPS WILL BE HELD JULY 5-9 Flag Football Camp Location: Freedom Hall Pool Parking Lot, 1320 Pactolas Road - 423-434-5757 Date: June 21-25 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $40 This half-day camp is the perfect introduction for your young athletes who are interested in playing tackle football one day or for those who just want to have fun learning the game. Participants will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching and deflagging—all presented in a fun, casual and positive environment. The week ends with a big flag football game where participants get to show off the skills they learned during camp. Camp is limited to 25 participants.
Mix-It-Up Sports Camp Location: Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St. - 423-434-5757 Date: June 28-July 2 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $40 Join us for a week of Flag Football, Kickball, Table Tennis, Pickleball and Swimming. Participants will get the opportunity to learn and play these fun games. Each day the campers will learn and play two different sports, then at the end of the week we will all go swimming at Legion Street Pool. Camp is limited to 25 participants.
Science Explorers Camp Location: Willow Springs Park, 1201 Huffine Road - 423-434-5757 Date: July 12-16 Time: 9 a.m.-noon Ages: 6-12 Camp fee: $40 Immerse your child in nature and learn what Johnson City Parks has to offer. This camp will teach participants all about plants, animals and everything else we stumble upon along the way. Participants will create their own exciting science projects, learn about the world around them and create lasting memories. We will meet at a different location each day ending the week with a fun and refreshing time at the splash pad at Rotary Park. Water shoes and swimsuit are a must on both Tuesday and Friday. Camp is limited to 25 campers.
Eye Spy Nature Location: Winged Deer Park Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road - 423-283-5821 Date: June 7-11 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 7-12 Camp fee: $80 See it, smell it, touch it, hear it; here we use our senses to explore nature. We will examine how we are all connected to the natural world. Our daily speakers will cover topics such as ecosystems, insect netting, the incredible water cycle, tree identification, birding and much more. Plan on a trip to Legion Street Pool on Tuesday and Rock Creek cement pond on Thursday for getting wet and critter collecting. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
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Wilderness Survival Location: Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road, Winged Deer Park - 423-283-5821 Date: June 14-18 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 7-12 Camp fee: $80 Attitude is everything when it comes to survival. We will learn skills such as fire starting techniques, camouflage, shelter building, water preparation, reading a map and more. As we hike, we will study interesting plants and animals that we find on the trails as they relate to survival. We’ll dip in Legion Street Pool on Tuesday and do some sleuthing in Honeycomb Creek at The Laurels on Thursday. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
Reptile and Amphibian Encounters Location: Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road, Winged Deer Park - 423-283-5821 Date: June 21-25 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 7-12 Camp fee: $80 From snakes to salamanders to turtles, toads and more, learn about the remarkable adaptations reptiles and amphibians have to survive on land and in water. We hope to find some of the coolest critters on the planet as we explore our parks as well as meet some resident animals. We will enjoy a cool down at Legion Street Pool on Tuesday and do some salamander sleuthing on Buffalo Mountain on Thursday. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
Pollination Nation Location: Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road, Winged Deer Park - 423-283-5821 Date: June 28-July 2 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 7-12 Camp fee: $80 Our future is very connected to our wonderful and varied pollinators! With many guest speakers, enjoy learning about our bees, beetles, butterflies, wasps, moths, birds, bats and more. We will learn about the importance of native plants and how they benefit everything from tiny insects to people. A trip to visit an excellent pollinator habitat at Jacob’s Nature Park followed by Legion Street Pool on Tuesday. A dip in Rock Creek on Thursday! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
Rock On Geology Location: Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road, Winged Deer Park - 423-283-5821 Date: July 12-16 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 7-12 Camp fee: $80, plus an additional minor fee to visit the Appalachian Caverns As far as we are concerned, rocks rock! We will learn why rocks and minerals are uniquely important parts of our everyday lives, past and present. Our local geographic area will be discussed with staff and guest speakers as we learn about sinkholes, karst, gems, rock types, ground water flow and some cave critters. We will spend time at the ETSU Geoscience Department, followed by a chill down at Legion Street Pool on Tuesday and tour the Appalachian Caverns on Thursday. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
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PLEASE NOTE: NO CAMPS WILL BE HELD JULY 5-9 Teen Adventure Quest Location: Meredith Pavilion, 203 Carroll Creek Road, Winged Deer Park - 423-283-5821 Date: July 19-23 Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ages: 13-15 Camp fee: $80 For an unforgettable summer experience that will challenge, provide a sense of belonging and an opportunity to make incredible connections, join us as we hike, (and we hike!), swim, explore … Get immersed in the outdoors as the week builds toward our grand finale of river rafting on the Nolichucky! This is a very action-packed week that will allow you to test your limits and get a better understanding of our Tennessee nature. We will have a field trip each day! Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Camp is limited to 28 participants.
Langston Community Centre Camps Around the World in 120 Hours Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: May 31-June 4 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free All about culture and spices - exploring our global neighborhood through FOOD! We will also create a herb garden of our own. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
Nature: The Mother with a Million and One Tales Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: June 7-11 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Exploring animals, the food chain, biomes, botany, biology, ecology and more! Camp is limited to 18 participants.
Oh the Places We will Go … But First, Check the Weather! Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: June 14-18 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Learning about geography and meteorology by actively exploring our world! We will also learn more about space and the future of space exploration. We will finish the week by taking the kids flying on a real airplane. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
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Discover Your Roots, Plant Your Future Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: June 21-25 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Students will explore genes, heredity and biology; we will also utilize math and art to create a family tree. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
The Race for a Seat: Debate Week Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: June 28-July 2 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free A week long crash course in government, civics and economics. We will be visiting some local government sites and may have a very special guest speaker or two. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
Langston Times: Rated E for Everyone Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: July 5-9 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free We will explore creative writing, theatre, mad libs and story time with Miss B. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
Roll the Film! Editing and Post-Production Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: July 5-9 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Students will create and edit photographs and videos. This camp is the immersion of hands-on technology learning and science. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
It’s On! Langston Game Week Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm S. - 423-4345788 Date: July 12-16 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Students will have a blast building life-size game boards and completing in several strategy games. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
The Motherland: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Location: Langston Community Centre, 315 Elm St. - 423-434-5788 Date: July 19-23 Time: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grades: Rising 3rd-8th graders Cost: Free Explore the rich history and varied cultures of the great African continent. We will explore today’s Africa and discuss the future of the countries that make up the varied landscapes of Africa. Camp is limited to 18 participants.
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