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Camps

Apex Park and Recreation District offers three full-day state-licensed camp sites, Teen Adventure, and a Leadership in Training program for youth ages 5 to 15 during Jeffco Public Schools’ spring, summer, fall, and winter breaks. Our camp locations promote friendship, creativity, and inclusivity, with each site geared to meet your child’s needs and enhance their social, emotional, and physical well-being.

Camp Objectives

  • Build self-confidence through a variety of group activities.
  • Encourage the development of new friendships.
  • Provide a safe, inclusive, and caring environment for each child.

Why Us?

  • Low staff-to-camper ratios
  • Qualified and experienced staff
  • Flexibility with your schedule
  • No minimum attendance days
  • Active and engaging camp

2024 Summer Camp Registration

Returning Family Registration: January 15. Opens at 8 am

New Family Registration: January 17. Opens at 8 am

Non-Refundable Registration Fee: Res. $68 (non-res. $78)

Payment Plans

Apex Park and Recreation District has a new payment plan policy for this summer. Families who pay in full at the time of registration will receive a 5% discount. A weekly payment plan is also available. Families may set up an 11-week payment plan that will bill on Fridays, March 29-June 7.

Cancellation Policy

Refund requests made through May 3 will be eligible for a full refund.

Refund requests made after May 3 will not be granted a refund or credit.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp should provide written notification via email to the recreation coordinator. You must include your child's full name, age, and the dates you wish to cancel.

Disability and Inclusion Policy

Apex PRD will make every possible effort to provide reasonable accommodation accommodations for the safety and enjoyment of all children. We provide an inclusive camp for a limited number of individuals. For a successful camp experience, please contact us to discuss your child’s needs further. Apex PRD will provide additional staff only if we are notified prior to registration.

Contact Melinda Roy at [email protected] for more information.

Ages 5-10

Camp Apex is located at the Apex Center for ages 5-10. At Camp Apex, we offer arts and crafts, sports and games, special interests, and free-choice activities. We also get to enjoy the fun amenities that the Apex Center has to offer:

  • Swimming: Monday and Friday
  • Rock Climbing and Ice Skating: Tuesday and Thursday. Valid with the Camp Apex Adventure Pass
  • Splash Pad: Wednesday
  • Optional Field Trip: Wednesday

Camp Fee: Res. $63/day (non-res. $75/day)

Field Trip: $35/field trip

Adventure Pass

  • May-June: Res. $65 (non-res. $75)
  • July-August: Res. $65 (non-res. $75)

Program Refund and Cancellation Policy

Refund requests made through May 3 will be eligible for a full refund, less a $5 cancellation fee/canceled day.

Refund requests made after May 3 will not be granted a refund or credit.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp should provide written notification via email to the recreation coordinators. You must include your child’s full name, age, and the dates and names of the camp session you wish to cancel.

Contact Melinda Roy at [email protected] for more information.

Ages 5-10

Camp Fitzmorris is located at Fitzmorris Elementary School for ages 5-10. Camp Fitzmorris will spark inspiration and ignite your child's creativity. Join us at our camp for an extraordinary STEAM camp (Science, Teamwork, Engineering, Art, and Music), an experience that is right for your child. We offer daily yoga, art, building, and large group games. Our campers get to learn and experience a wide variety of athletic and artistic activities:

  • Silent Disco, Karaoke, and Music: Monday
  • Swimming: Tuesday, Friday
  • Walking Trips: Wednesday
  • Field Trip: Thursday. The field trip fee is included in daily registration.

Camp Fee: Res. $58/day (non-res. $70/day)

Field Trip: Res. $93/day (non-res. $105/day)

Program Refund and Cancellation Policy

Refund requests made through May 3 will be eligible for a full refund.

Refund requests made after May 3 will not be granted a refund or credit.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp should provide written notification via email to the recreation coordinators. You must include your child’s full name, age, and the dates and names of the camp session you wish to cancel.

Contact Kelli at [email protected] for more information.

Ages 8-12

Camp Secrest is located at the Secrest Recreation Center for ages 8-12. Camp Secrest offers older adventurers an exciting opportunity to explore the world around them, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories. Our summer schedule is designed to keep our campers engaged and entertained with a mix of exciting activities:

  • Local Mini Field Trips: Monday
  • Swimming: Tuesday and Thursday
  • Special Interests: Wednesday
  • Field Trip: Friday. The field trip fee is included in the daily registration.

Camp Fee: Res. $58/day (non-res. $70/day)

Field Trip: Res. $93/day (non-res. $105/day)

Program Refund and Cancellation Policy

Refund requests made through May 3 will be eligible for a full refund.

Refund requests made after May 3 will not be granted a refund or credit.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp should provide written notification via email to the recreation coordinators. You must include your child’s full name, age, and the dates and names of the camp session you wish to cancel.

Contact Vee Duran at [email protected] for more information.

Ages 11-15

Teen Adventure Camp is based out of the Secrest Recreation Center for ages 11-15. Be ready to embark on a daily adventure. Explore the world around you and challenge yourself by trying new experiences in a safe environment with your peers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to have fun and explore.

Camp Fee: Res. $100/day (non-res. $130/day)

For more information and to submit applications, contact Vee Duran at [email protected].

Ages 12-15

The Leader in Training Camp (LIT) is based out of the Secrest Recreation Center for ages 12-15. Are you a young leader looking to enhance your leadership skills? Join a judgment-free environment and work alongside your peers in our monthly leadership program. Our program is designed for teens aged 12 to 15 who are interested in gaining a head start in building their professional skill set. Through our program, you'll participate in leadership activities that cover topics such as bullying prevention, public speaking, facilitation, and communication.

Camp Fee: Res. $880/4-week session (non-res. $1150/4-week session)

For more information and to submit applications, contact Viola Duran at [email protected].

Register for Out of School Days

Dates

  • Out-of-School Day (Apex Center and Fitzmorris Elementary School): February 19
  • Spring Break (Apex Center, Secrest Recreation Center, and Fitzmorris Elementary School): March 18-25

For more information or to register, please contact Vee at [email protected] for Camp Secrest, Melinda at [email protected] for Camp Apex, or Kelli at [email protected] for Camp Fitz.

Program Refund and Cancellation Policy

Refund requests must be made 5 days before the start date of the session.
Refund requested less than 5 business days before the session: No refund.

Parents wishing to cancel a child from camp should provide written notification via email to the recreation coordinator. You must include your child’s full name, age, and the dates and names of the camp session you wish to cancel.

For refund and cancellation policy, please visit Apex Park and Recreation District Policies.

Contact [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

 

Important Information Regarding Dependent Care Tax Information

Tax ID: 84-601-0335

To access your total amount paid for childcare services, please sign in to our registration system.

Once you are signed in, look under "Payment and Order Management" for "Tax Receipt." If you need assistance, please contact Melinda at [email protected].

Apex Partners with ePACT

As a licensed childcare provider, the State of Colorado requires Apex to collect extensive health and emergency information on each camper. As a result, Apex partners with a third party, ePACT, to secure digital, confidential, and HIPPA-compliant information about your child.

ePACT collects this information from you through its online portal, which streamlines the process. Submitting this information is mandatory and must be completed to attend camp.

What is ePACT? ePACT is an online network where you can securely add, manage, and share your child’s key health and emergency contact details with us. Learn more about ePACT at epactnetwork.com.

Why are we using ePACT?

  • Saves you time: You only need to input your information once into ePACT. Next time, you’ll only need to review the information, taking less than a minute.
  • Improved privacy and security: Paper forms can be lost or misplaced. ePACT’s privacy and security measures exceed those of online banks, and they are HIPPA-compliant.
  • Peace of mind: ePACT makes it easy for you to share health and emergency contact details so we can provide the best support for your child. Plus, you can update this anytime, and we will automatically receive those new details.

Can my child still attend if I did not fill out ePACT? Your child cannot attend Apex out-of-school days or summer camp without the online paperwork and attachments completed and submitted through ePACT. If you come to drop off on the first day of camp with incomplete paperwork, your child will not be able to stay, and your spot will be forfeited, with no refund or credit, since your space has been secured.

Coordinator Contact Info

Viola (Vee) Duran
[email protected]
303.467.7119

Melinda Roy
[email protected]
303.467.7160

Kelli Scharfenberg
[email protected]
303.467.7195

Camp Hours

7:30 am-5:30 pm

Locations

Apex Center
13150 W. 72nd Ave.
Arvada, CO 80005
303.424.2739

Secrest Recreation Center
6820 W. 66th Ave.
Arvada, CO 80003
303.403.2555

Fitzmorris Elementary School
6250 Independence Street
Arvada, CO 80004
303.467.7195