Downloads + Information
Registration Download
Download the registration packet
For all camps except the Brandywine Zoo
Download Summer Camp Guides
- Alapocas Run Summer Camp Guide
- Bellevue Summer Camp Guide
- Brandywine Zoo Summer Camp Guide
- Cape Henlopen Summer Camp Guide
- Lums Pond Summer Camp Guide
- Trap Pond Summer Camp Guide
- White Clay Creek Summer Camp Guide
Summer Camp Registration Information
Registration begins on February 1, 2021 unless otherwise stated.
Campers will be required to complete a two-week pre-screen prior to the start of camp and screening will take place before camps begin each day. For the safety of other campers and staff, campers kindergarten age and older will be required to wear face coverings in accordance with our Covid-19 guidelines. Visit our Covid-19 information page for the latest information.
Programs and activities may change based on current Covid-19 guidelines.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering a liberal cancellation policy. At this time, full refunds will be given.
Questions?
- View our 2021 Summer Camp FAQs
- View our 2021 Summer Camp July Update
Park-Specific Information
Alapocas Run State Park Climbing Camps
- 1914 W. Park Drive
- Wilmington, DE 19803
- 302-577-1164
- Fax: 302-577-1167
How to Register
Registration begins February 8. To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper. Registration is accepted by fax or email with full payment at the time of registration. Your child will not be registered until payment has been received.
Registration is accepted by fax or email with full payment at the time of registration. Your child will not be registered until payment has been received.
After care is available, subject to change, for an additional fee: $35 for the week, or $10 per day.
Payment can be made over the phone (preferred), in person, or mailed in.
To register by Email:
Download the PDF registration form
and email it to: DNREC_WilmingtonProg@delaware.gov
Payment accepted:
Credit card preferred. In person at at the Blue Ball Barn, or call 302-577-1164 for phone payment. Make checks out to Alapocas Run State Park.
Bellevue State Park Summer Camps
- 800 Carr Road
- Wilmington, DE 19809
- 302-761-6963
How to Register
Registrations will be accepted starting February 8. To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
Registration is accepted by mail or in person with full payment at the time of registration. Your child will not be registered until payment has been received. Mail or walk-in registration is at the park office. Check, cash, Visa, MasterCard and Discover accepted for payment. Payment may be made in person, by mail or by telephone with credit card.
Scholarships
A limited number of scholarship funds are available for full-day camps through a contribution from the Friends of Bellevue State Park. For information on how to apply, call 302-761-6963.
Brandywine Zoo Camps
- Brandywine Zoo
- 1001 North Park Drive
- Wilmington, DE 19802
- Questions: Camps@BrandywineZoo.org or 302-571-7850
Register for camps on the Zoo's website
Full-Day Camp Time:
- 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Drop-off from 8:30a.m. to 8:59 a.m. Pick-up from 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Payments can be made online or by check (with completed registration packet).
Cape Henlopen State Park Summer Camps
- 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive
- Lewes, DE 19958
- 302-645-6852
Registration Info
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper. Checks may be made payable to C.H.S.P. Be sure to indicate the camp date, title, and fee on each registration form.
- Mail-in Registration ONLY before March 1.
- All registrations postmarked on or before March 1 will be given equal preference and processed randomly.
- Walk-in registrations will be accepted after March 10.
- Walk-ins and registrations postmarked after March 1 will be processed in the order received.
Once your child is registered, you will receive written confirmation of your placement within a camp(s). If camp(s) are full, children will be placed on a waiting list and contacted if and when a space becomes available.
For more information about registration, please contact the Seaside Nature Center at 302-645-6852.
Lums Pond State Park Summer Camps
- 1068 Howell School Road
- Bear, De 19701
- Phone: 302-368-6989
- Fax: 302-368-6971
- Email: DNREC_LumsPrograms@delaware.gov
How To Register
- Download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
- Registration is accepted by mail, fax, email or in person with full payment at the time of registration. Payment can be made in person, mailed, or over the phone with credit card. 100% of payment is due at time of registration.
Lums Pond camps are focused on science, outdoor recreation and water sports. All campers must be able to swim. Campers need to pack a lunch and snack. Many activities are weather permitting and are subject to change.
Counselor in Training (CIT): Opportunities for Teens
Do you like working with younger kids and being outside in the summer? Do you need service hours for school or youth group? Be a CIT at Lums Pond State Park Summer Camps. You must be at least 14 years old and be available to attend our orientation. There is a registration fee that includes a t-shirt. Call or email for more information. Application deadline is April 1; must be available to attend mandatory training in May.
Trap Pond State Park Summer Camps
- 33587 Baldcypress Lane
- Laurel, DE 19956
- 302-875-5163
To register, download a registration packet and complete the form. The registration form must be completely filled out and payment received to register your camper.
White Clay Creek State Park Summer Camps
Mailing Address:
- 750 Thompson Station Road
- Newark, DE 19711
- 302-368-6900
Chambers House Nature Center:
- 1475 Creek Road
- Newark, DE 19711
Mail or In-Person Registration
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 is at the park office: 750 Thompson Station Road.
- Forms of payment accepted are check, cash, Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
- We will accept payment in person, mailed in or over the phone with credit card number.
Email or Fax Registration
Email your completed registration form to: Deborah.Davies@delaware.gov
or
FAX it to 302-368-6901
- All registrations must be accompanied by payment in full.
- Payment may be made by phone using Visa or MasterCard. Call 302-368-6900.
- E-mail and faxed registrations will be accepted. Mailed-in registration cannot be guaranteed a spot.
Counselor in Training (CIT): Opportunities for Teens
Like working with younger kids and being outside in the summer? Need service hours for school or youth group? Be a CIT at White Clay Creek State Park Summer Camp. You must be at least 14, and be available to attend our orientation on Tuesday, June 9. There is a $35 registration fee that includes a camp T-shirt. Call 302-368-6560 for more information, or to schedule an interview.
Scholarships
A limited amount of need-based scholarship funds may be available, through a contribution from the Friends of White Clay Creek State Park. For information on how to apply, call 302-368-6900.
