2026-Summer-Guide
2026 Summer Recreation Guide
Registration Dates
Residents SUMMER CAMP: Tuesday, March 10 at 10AM PROGRAMS: Thursday, March 12 at 10AM Non-Residents PROGRAMS & SUMMER CAMP: Tuesday, March 17 at 10AM
www.dgparks.org 630.960.7500 info@dgparks.org
Table of Contents
Registration Dates
Residents SUMMER CAMP: Tuesday, March 10 at 10AM PROGRAMS: Thursday, March 12 at 10AM Non-Residents PROGRAMS & SUMMER CAMP: Tuesday, March 17 at 10AM
Special Events
4-8
Preschool Programs
72-73
Summer Camp
10-39
Early Childhood
74
Belmont Golf Club
40-43
Birthday Parties
75
4500 Fitness & Programs
44-52
Youth Interest
76-77
Pool Pass Exchange
53
Art Programs
78-79
Youth Sports
54-59
Performing Arts
80-81
Youth Leagues
60-63
Dance Programs
82-87
Adult Sports & Leagues
64-66
Adult Interest
88-93
Ice Skating
67
Nature Programs
94-111
Tumbling
68-69
History Programs 112-113 Registration Information 114-115
Martial Arts
70-71
Ways to Register
View registration info on pages 114-115
Online at dgparks.org
In-person
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Board of Commissioners
Craig Lundt President clundt@dgparks.org
Bret Bender Vice President bbender@dgparks.org
Jon Dahlstrom Treasurer jdahlstrom@dgparks.org
Giselle Walsh Commissioner gwalsh@dgparks.org
Pamela Johnson Commissioner pjohnson@dgparks.org
Facility Directory Park Directory
Doerhoefer Park: 41st & Saratoga Ebersold Park: 59th & Main Fishel Park: 1036 Grove St. Hummer Park: 4833 Fairview Ave. McCollum Park: 6801 Main St.
Lincoln Center 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove ∞ 630.960.7500 Belmont Golf Club 2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove ∞ 630.963.1306 Downers Grove Museum 831 Maple Ave., Downers Grove ∞ 630.963.1309 Cathy Mahoney Recreation Center & 4500 Fitness 4500 Belmont Rd., Downers Grove ∞ 630.960.7500 Lyman Woods Nature Center & Preserve 901 31st St., Downers Grove ∞ 630.963.9388 Adventure Falls Sprayground & Mini Golf 6801 Main St., Downers Grove ∞ 630.963.8793
For all park & facility locations visit dgparks.org
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Summer EVENTS
Fairy Festival This enchanting celebration invites families and children to step into a world of whimsy and wonder, where fairies and other mystical creatures come to life. Children will receive a set of wings and a wand to decorate while supplies last. The park will be filled with delightful activities, including arts and crafts, music, and more. Food will be available for purchase from local vendors offering delicious treats to fuel your fairy adventures. Children are encouraged to dress up in their favorite fairy costumes or anything that sparks their imagination! Age: All Fee: Free Date Day Time Location 6/13 SA 10:00am-12:00pm Fishel Park Party in the Park Celebrate the beauty of our local parks with free crafts, activities and giveaways at Party in the Park. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore new places, connect with nature, and create memories with friends and family. Age: All Fee: Free Date Day Time Location 6/25 TH 4:00-6:00pm Prince Pond 8/13 TH 4:00-6:00pm Hoopers Hollow Park
National Senior Health & Fitness Day Celebrate National Senior Health & Fitness Day with us! Join us for group exercise sampler classes, enjoy fun giveaways, and connect with others as we celebrate fitness and healthy living. Age: All Fee: Free Location: Cathy Mahoney Recreation Center Date Day Time 5/27 W 9:00am-12:00pm
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Fishing Derby Reel in three hours of family fun at the Annual Fishing Derby. This is a free event, but registration is required at dgparks.org. Longest and shortest fish in each age group will have a winner! All ties will be determined by a random drawing. Each participant must be registered to be eligible for prizes. Participants may only win one prize. Children younger than 11 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Fish caught during the derby must be brought to one of the measuring tents before 11am in order to qualify. All participants 16 years of age or older are required to have a valid fishing license in order to participate. Purchase online at dnr.illinois.gov/lpr/ fishinglicensesfees.html. Fee: Free Location: Patriots Park-Barth Pond Class # Age Group Date Day Time 3720P05-01 5 & Under 8/1 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-02 6-10 8/1 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-03 11-15 8/1 SA 8:00-11:00am 3720P05-04 16 & Up 8/1 SA 8:00-11:00am
NFL Flag Football Combine Day Kick off the Fall Flag Football season and test your skills at the Downers Grove Park District's Flag Football Combine Day! Players will run through different drills and test their skills, just like the pros! Fall Youth Flag Football league participants enrolled by the July 6 registration deadline will receive a $10 discount on the registration fee for Combine Day. Combine Day registration begins on July 7 and ends on Aug. 1.
Age: 5-13 R/NR: $20/$30 Location: Doerhoefer Park Class # Date Day
Time
4425Q01-01 8/2
SU
10:00am-12:00pm
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Surf’s Up Send Off New! Get ready to make a splash at Surf's Up Send Off! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of excitement and water play as we celebrate the end of summer and gear up for the new school year. Cool off at our splash pad, create a keepsake, grab a snack and more! With plenty of refreshing activities for all ages, this is the perfect way to beat the heat and create unforgettable memories. Don't forget to bring your swimsuits, sunscreen, and your best splashin’ attitude! An adult must stay to supervisor their child(ren). Super Hero Training Day! New! Join your favorite superheroes for an adventure! Come meet Spiderman, Captain America, Ghost Spider, Wonder Woman, and Black Panther for a training day. Test your agility through a training course, create your own hero mask, take the Hero Pledge and more! All participants will receive a cape and superhero tattoos! An adult must stay to supervise their child(ren). Age: 2-8 R/NR: $54/$81 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3720A02-01 8/8 SA 9:30-10:30am 3720A02-02 8/8 SA 11:00am-12:00pm
Tiny Tots Track Meet
Calling all future Olympians! Come test your speed and athleticism in this fun track meet. Organized by age, tots will participate in a variety of running events and field events. Open to any athlete ages 3 to 6. All track athletes are winners and will receive prizes! Price is per person. Age: 3-6 R/NR: $20/$30 Location: Downers Grove North High School Class # Date Day Time 3395C00-01 8/16 SU 10:00am-12:00pm
Age: 3-12 R/NR: $24/$30 Location: McCollum Park Class # Date
Grandparents & Me BINGO
Day
Time
3720K80-01 8/15
SA
4:00-6:00pm
Join us for Grandparents & Me Bingo, a chance to bring the family together to team up, laugh, and enjoy quality time while playing multiple rounds of bingo. Snacks and refreshments will be available, and prizes will be awarded for each round. Everyone attending must have a ticket. Please visit dgparks.org to purchase tickets to this event. Age: 4+ Tickets: $12 per person Location: Lincoln Center Date Day Time 8/29 SA 9:30-11:00am
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Winnie the Pooh & the Hundred Acre Wood
IN DOWNERS GROVE
View details on pages 104-105
FRIDAY, JULY 10 5-8PM • FREE! HUMMER PARK
Brr, there’s a chill in the air! Get a head start on the holidays by joining us for Christmas in July! Meet Santa, enjoy frozen hot cocoa and create a craft.
National MOTH WEEK July 19-27 • Lyman Woods
View details on page 99
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DOWNERS GROVE PARK DISTRICT
TUESDAYS • FREE MUSIC • FISHEL PARK
MUSIC FROM 7-8:30PM ∞ FOOD & BEVERAGE SALES BEGIN AT 6PM 1036 GROVE STREET ∞ DOWNERS GROVE, IL.
JUNE 9 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE Pop-Rock JUNE 16 ROSIE & THE RIVETS 50's & 60's Rock and Roll JUNE 23 JOHNNY RUSSLER & THE BEACH BUM BAND Trop Rock JUNE 30 LIBIDO FUNK CIRCUS Disco
JULY 7 GENERATION Rock
AUGUST 4 THE SIMPLE REMEDY Country AUGUST 11 VALIUS Rock/Pop Cover Band
JULY 14 MELLENCOUGAR Tribute to John Mellencamp JULY 21 FEEL GOOD PARTY BAND 60s to Today JULY 28 CADILLAC GROOVE R&B, Soul
LEARN MORE AT DGPARKS.ORG
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OPENS MAY 23 For hours, visit adventurefalls.org beginning April 1.
MINI GOLF Adventure Falls Mini Golf welcomes putt-putters of all ages onto its mini golf course for some fun in the sun. To make each game a little more challenging, use the movable obstacles to create a new experience each round. At the end of your round, play the Plinko game for a chance to win a prize! SPRAYGROUND Adventure Falls offers endless splashing and fun with its three interactive play areas designed for children of all ages. As a premier summer destination for families, the Sprayground provides plenty of seating and shade for parents, a pavilion available for rentals, and a Snack Shack.
NEW IN 2026 Adventure Falls Sprayground is FREE TO ALL! Snack Shack with specialty treats for little ones Private After-Hour Rentals include admission to Mini Golf in addition to the Spray ground Extended hours (coming soon) PRICING Sprayground: FREE Mini Golf: $5 residents / $8 non-residents RENTALS Reservations for rentals are available beginning May 1, 2026 2-hour Sprayground Shade Structure Rental: $125 weekdays / $275 weekends Private After-Hours Rental (includes 2 hours of unlimited Sprayground and Mini Golf): $425
McCollum Park | 6801 Main St., Downers Grove | 630.963.8793 | adventurefalls.org
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2026 Summer Camps
Summer Camp Registration: Residents: Tuesday, March 10 at 10AM ∞ Non-residents: Tuesday, March 17 at 10AM
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2026 Summer Camp Details
Cancellation/Refund Policy • Self-cancellation prior to the cancellation deadline can be done online through your account or you can visit dgparks.org/request-a-refund to complete a refund form. • Cancellation requests must be received by the end of day Tuesday for the following week. • Cancellations made after Tuesday for camps beginning the following week will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. • Withdrawals made before May 15 will incur a $5 service fee per participant, per camp. • Withdrawals made on or after May 15 will incur a $10 service fee per participant, per camp. Full-Day Camp Payment Plan • A payment plan is available and will be automatically applied for camp enrollments made before April 11. • Enrollments on or after April 11 must be paid in full. • Upon registration, you will pay a $20 deposit for each week of camp. This deposit is applied to your monthly payment. • The remainder of the fees will be processed automatically on the dates below using the credit card you used when enrolling in each session. • Your camp balance will be split into two equal payments, to be automatically withdrawn on April 15 and May 15. • Before Care and Kinder Camp After Care must be paid in full at the time of registration and are not part of the payment plan.
Camp Registration Resident registration for summer camps will begin at 10am on Tuesday, March 10. This is a separate registration date from all other summer programs. Resident registration for all other summer programs will begin at 10am on Thursday, March 12. Non-resident registration for camps and programs will begin on Tuesday, March 17.
REGISTRATION FOR CAMPS CLOSES THE WEDNESDAY PRIOR TO THE FIRST DAY OF CAMP.
Camp Waitlists AUTOMATED WAITLIST OFFER NOTIFICATION PROCESS We introduced an automated notification system in the winter-spring season to make the waitlist process easier and faster for everyone, and will be extending that process to camps.
HOW IT WORKS When a spot opens in a program, the system
automatically emails the next person on the waitlist (in order) with an enrollment offer. Each person has 48 hours to accept or decline the offer. To manage the offer, log into your online account, visit the My Pending Enrollments page from the My Account drop-down menu, or call us at 630.960.7500 (Monday-Friday, 9:00am–4:00pm). Reminder emails are sent during the 48 hours. If no response, the offer defaults to decline and the next person on the waitlist will be notified of the opening. Parent Communication • Parents will receive a “Welcome to Camp” email by May 27, with information including what to wear to camp, what to bring to camp and camp procedures. • Following the initial “Welcome to Camp” email, each camp will be emailed no later than the Friday prior to each session with specific camp information for the upcoming week.
Additional Summer Camp Details Page 12
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Financial Assistance Program • In an effort to provide recreation, health and wellness opportunities to all residents, including those who are experiencing financial hardships or are foster parents, the Downers Grove Park District has established a Financial Assistance Program. • Participants must reside within the boundaries of the Downers Grove Park District to be eligible. • For eligibility requirements or to donate to the Financial Assistance Program, please visit www.dgparks.org/financial-assistance-program. Camper Information/ Emergency Forms • The Downers Grove Park District uses ePACT for camper information and emergency forms. • Returning families will receive an email to confirm their ePACT account details. • New families will get an email from ePACT to set up an account and complete their camper’s forms. • All forms must be completed/confirmed before camp starts; campers cannot attend without them. Friend Requests • The Downers Grove Park District will not be accepting friend requests for camp groups. • Campers will be split into groups based on enrollment numbers, grade level and age.
Before & After Camp Care
Before Care • Before Care is held at the Lincoln Center for all eligible camps. Pre-registration and additional fees are required. Campers attending camps not located at the Lincoln Center will be transported by bus from the Lincoln Center to their camp location. • CAMPS ELIGIBLE FOR BEFORE CARE: Kinder Camp, Adventure Camp 1st-2nd Grade, Adventure Camp 3rd-5th Grade, Teen Trekkers, Teen Wilderness Explorers and All-Day Nature Camp (Gilbert Park). After Care Camper pick-up starts at 4:00pm, but After Care hours (4:00-5:30pm) are automatically included in camp hours for the following camps, at their respective camp locations:
• ADVENTURE CAMP 1ST-2ND GRADE: Lincoln Center
• ADVENTURE CAMP 3RD-5TH GRADE: Recreation Center
• TEEN TREKKERS: Recreation Center
KINDER CAMP AFTER CARE: Available for an additional fee, After Care for Kinder Camp is located at the Lincoln Center. Pre-registration is required.
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Traditional Camps Kinder Camp Designed for children entering Kindergarten in the fall, Kinder Camp is a safe, structured, and interactive environment to introduce campers to a full day away from home. Each week’s different themes (such as All About Me, Disney, and Community Helpers) will engage campers each day through crafts, songs, group activities and outside play time. Campers will also enjoy a trip to Sea Lion Aquatic Park’s Splash Playground or a field trip each week (trips to Sea Lion will be every other week). Fee includes admission to field trips, a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days and a swim shirt to wear to the Splash Playground. No camp June 19 and July 3.
Kinder Camp Before & After Care
Before and After Care fees must be paid in full at the time of registration and are not part of the monthly payment
plan. No camp on June 19 and July 3. Age: Entering Kindergarten in Fall 2026 Location: Lincoln Center
BEFORE CARE Before Care is located at the Lincoln Center and will be a combination of all Traditional Day Camp participants (Kinder Camp, Adventure Camp and Teen Trekkers). Please enroll in the corresponding section below if your camper is attending Kinder Camp. All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $75/$105 Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $60/$90
FULL WEEKLY CAMP FEES All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $250/$280 Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $200/$230
Week Class #
Date
Day
Time
1
3210A02-01
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
7:00-9:00am
2
3210A02-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 7:00-9:00am
3
3210A02-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F
7:00-9:00am
Age: Entering Kindergarten in Fall 2026 Location: Lincoln Center Week Class # Date Day
4
3210A02-04 6/29 - 7/2
M-TH 7:00-9:00am
5
3210A02-05 7/6 - 7/10
M-F
7:00-9:00am
Time
6
3210A02-06 7/13 - 7/17
M-F
7:00-9:00am
1
3210A01-01
6/8 - 6/12 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
7
3210A02-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F
7:00-9:00am
2
3210A01-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:00am-4:00pm
8
3210A02-08 7/27 - 7/31
M-F
7:00-9:00am
3
3210A01-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
9
3210A02-09 8/3 - 8/7
M-F
7:00-9:00am
4
3210A01-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 9:00am-4:00pm
10
3210A02-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F
7:00-9:00am
5
3210A01-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
AFTER CARE Sign up for After Care to extend your camper’s day to 5:30pm. After Care is combined with campers from Adventure Camp 1st-2nd. All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $58/$87 Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $46/$69
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3210A01-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
7
3210A01-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
8
3210A01-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
9
3210A01-09 8/3 - 8/7
M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
10
3210A01-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F
9:00am-4:00pm
Week Class #
Date
Day
Time
1
3210A03-01
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
4:00-5:30pm
2
3210A03-02
6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 4:00-5:30pm
3
3210A03-03
6/22 - 6/26 M-F
4:00-5:30pm
4
3210A03-04
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH 4:00-5:30pm
5
3210A03-05
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
4:00-5:30pm
6
3210A03-06
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
4:00-5:30pm
7
3210A03-07
7/20 - 7/24 M-F
4:00-5:30pm
8
3210A03-08
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
4:00-5:30pm
9
3210A03-09
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
4:00-5:30pm
10 3210A03-10
8/10 - 8/14 M-F
4:00-5:30pm
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Adventure Camp 1st & 2nd Grade Whether a child is new to camp or is returning for another summer, Adventure Camp is sure to be a positive, active, and fun-filled experience! Campers will participate in themed group games and activities (with themes like Superheroes, Olympics, and Animal Planet), as well as attend one pool trip and attend one field trip a week. Fee includes admission to trips, and a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days and a swim shirt to wear to the pool. Camp pick-up starts at 4:00pm but After Care hours (4:00 5:30pm) are automatically included in the camp fees. No camp June 19 and July 3. FULL WEEKLY CAMP FEES All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $290/$320
Adventure Camp 3rd-5th Grade
An unforgettable summer starts here! Each week will be packed with adventure as campers enjoy themed group activities, crafts, games and team building activities (with themes like Disney, Ocean, and Space). Campers will also venture out with one pool day a week and two field trips per week. Fee includes admission to trips, a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days and a swim shirt to wear to the pool. Camp pick-up starts at 4:00pm but After Care hours (4:00-5:30pm) are automatically included in the camp fees. No camp June 19 and July 3. FULL WEEKLY CAMP FEES All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4- R/NR: $310/$340 Week 2 & Week 4- R/NR: $248/$278 Age: Entering 3rd-5th in Fall 2026 Location: Cathy Mahoney Recreation Center Week Class # Date Day Time 1 3210L07-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 2 3210L07-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm 3 3210L07-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 4 3210L07-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm 5 3210L07-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 6 3210L07-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 7 3210L07-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 8 3210L07-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 9 3210L07-09 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm 10 3210L07-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $232/$262 Grade: Entering 1st - 2nd in Fall 2026 Location: Lincoln Center Week Class # Date
Day Time
1
3210A04-01
6/8 - 6/12 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
2
3210A04-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm
3
3210A04-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
4
3210A04-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm
5
3210A04-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
6
3210A04-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
7
3210A04-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
8
3210A04-08 7/27 - 7/31
M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
9
3210A04-09 8/3 - 8/7
M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
10
3210A04-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
Camp Close Out Camp Close Out is the perfect way to extend the fun of summer! Join us for an additional week of exciting activities, games, field trips and adventures before school begins. This camp is designed to keep the summer spirit alive with a mix of outdoor play, creative crafts, and team-building fun. Whether your child loves sports, art, or just hanging out with friends, Camp Closeout offers something for everyone as we wrap up the season with a bang! There is no Before Care for Camp Close Out. Grade: Entering Kindergarten to 8th in Fall 2026 R/NR: $290/$320 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3220A00-01 8/17 - 8/21 M-F 9:00am-5:30pm
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Teen Trekkers This camp will keep teens entering 6th to 8th grade active and engaged this summer! Trekkers will take a trip to the pool once a week and have two to three field trips per week, which will include arcades, museums, water parks, laser tag, bowling, mini golf, amusement parks, sports, games, beaches and more! Fee includes admission to trips, a camp T-shirt to wear on field trip days and a swim shirt to wear to the pool. Camp pick-up starts at 4:00pm but After Care hours (4:00-5:30pm) are automatically included in the camp fees. No camp June 19 and July 3. FULL WEEKLY CAMP FEES All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $335/$365
Traditional Full-Day Camp Before Care Before Care is located at the Lincoln Center and is a combination of all Traditional Day Camp participants (Kinder Camp, Adventure Camp and Teen Trekkers). Adventure Camp 3rd to 5th grade and Teen Trekkers will be bussed from the Lincoln Center to the Recreation Center every morning for the 9:00am start of camp. Please enroll in the section that corresponds to your campers' camp week and camp group. No camp on June 19 and July 3. Location: Lincoln Center Time: 7:00-9:00AM All weeks except Weeks 2 & 4 - R/NR: $75/$105 Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $60/$90
Week 2 & Week 4: R/NR: $268/$298 Grade: Entering 6th to 8th in Fall 2026 Location: Cathy Mahoney Recreation Center Week Class # Date Day Time 1 3210L11-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F
Week Date
Day 1st & 2nd Grade
3rd to 5th Grade
Teen Trekkers
9:00am-5:30pm
1
6/8 - 6/12 M-F 3210A05-01 3210L08-01 3210L12-01
2
3210L11-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm
2
6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 3210A05-02 3210L08-02 3210L12-02
3
3210L11-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
3 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 3210A05-03 3210L08-03 3210L12-03 4 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 3210A05-04 3210L08-04 3210L12-04 5 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 3210A05-05 3210L08-05 3210L12-05 6 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 3210A05-06 3210L08-06 3210L12-06 7 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 3210A05-07 3210L08-07 3210L12-07 8 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 3210A05-08 3210L08-08 3210L12-08 9 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 3210A05-09 3210L08-09 3210L12-09 10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 3210A05-10 3210L08-10 3210L12-10
4
3210L11-04 6/29 - 7/2
M-TH 9:00am-5:30pm
5
3210L11-05 7/6 - 7/10
M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
6
3210L11-06 7/13 - 7/17
M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
7
3210L11-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
8
3210L11-08 7/27 - 7/31
M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
9
3210L11-09 8/3 - 8/7
M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
10 3210L11-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F
9:00am-5:30pm
JUNE 8-11 ∞ 1-4PM ∞ AGES 5-12 MCCOLLUM PARK ∞ 6801 MAIN ST. Train with professional coaches at White Sox Summer Camp, where campers will develop skills, build confidence, and score exclusive swag— including game tickets! TO REGISTER, PLEASE VISIT WHITESOX.COM/PLAY 15
Early Childhood Camps Exploration Station
Pee Wee Camp Is your little one ready to begin their journey into independence? Pee Wee Camp is crafted to support young children in transitioning to a structured program, perfect for those getting ready to attend 3-year old preschool in the fall! Our nurturing environment encourages independence and socialization. The camp day incorporates creative expression, circle time and motor skill development to prepare your child for their upcoming classroom adventures. Pull-Ups/training pants are permitted for campers who are working on potty training skills, however, staff are not permitted to change campers, so a trusted adult must be available if needed. Age: 3, but not yet 4, by Sept. 1 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time R/NR 3210K02-01 6/9 - 6/11 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-02 6/16 - 6/18 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-03 6/30 - 7/2 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-04 6/23 - 6/25 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-05 7/7 - 7/9 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-06 7/14 - 7/16 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-07 7/21 - 7/23 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 3210K02-08 7/28 - 7/30 TU-TH 9:15-11:15am $118/$148 program presented by the Downers Grove Police Department, Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club, Downers Grove Park District and teen volunteers. A mini safety town, complete with kid-sized buildings, street signs and sidewalks, provides an environment where children learn pedestrian, passenger and at-home safety. Children ride big wheel trikes and enjoy visits by local school bus and fire department staff, while learning bike, school bus and fire safety lessons. On the last day of each session, children will receive a certificate and share their learning experience. Each child receives an official Safety Town T-shirt and class picture. A detailed program outline is provided prior to the start of the program. Age: 5-6 by Sept. 1 R/NR: $47/$70 Location: Cathy Mahoney Recreation Center Class # Date Day Time 3270K00-01 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 9:00-10:30am 3270K00-02 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 11:15am-12:45pm 3270K00-03 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 9:00-10:30am 3270K00-04 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 11:15am-12:45pm Safety Town Safety Town is a nationally recognized safety education
Ideal for children joining our 4/5-year-old preschool program in the fall! Campers will have a blast making new friends and exploring exciting activities, creative art projects and engaging games. Our staff is dedicated to creating memorable summer moments, fostering social skills and sparking curiosity through both structured activities and free exploration. Discover a summer of fun and learning for your preschooler! Children must be bathroom-independent; pull-ups/training pants are not
permitted. No camp June 19 or July 3. Age: 4 or 5, but not yet 6, by Sept. 1 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time
R/NR
3-Day Exploration Station 3210K01-01 6/9 - 6/11
TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-02 6/16 - 6/17 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-03 6/23 - 6/25 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-04 6/30 - 7/2 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-05 7/7 - 7/9 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-06 7/14 - 7/16 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-07 7/21 - 7/23 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 3210K01-08 7/28 - 7/30 TU-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $125/$155 5-Day Exploration Station 3210K00-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200 3210K00-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $136/$166 3210K00-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200 3210K00-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 9:15am-12:15pm $136/$166 3210K00-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200 3210K00-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200 3210K00-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200 3210K00-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 9:15am-12:15pm $170/$200
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Teen Camps CIT (Counselor in Training) Program Do you dream of one day becoming a camp counselor? This hands-on program will provide you with the skills needed to be an effective leader when working with children. C.I.T.s will work directly with camp staff by assisting with daily activities at Adventure Camp. This is a truly rewarding experience for young adults interested in working with children and serving as a role model. Fee includes T-shirt, swim shirt, all field trips, and hands-on training. Age: 14-16 R/NR: $145/$175 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time 3210A10-01 7/6 - 7/17 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm 3210A10-02 7/27 - 8/7 M-F 9:00am-4:00pm CIT (Counselor in Training) - Early Childhood at Lyman Woods Do you dream of one day becoming a camp counselor? This hands-on program will provide you with the skills needed to be an effective leader when working with children outdoors. C.I.T.s will work directly with camp staff by assisting with daily activities at Lyman Woods Early Childhood camps. This is a truly rewarding experience for young adults interested in working with children and serving as a role model. C.I.T.s must be 13 years old by the first day of their camp week. Age: 13-16 Min/Max: 1/2 Location: Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time Fee 3240H12-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 8:45am-12:15pm $56 3240H12-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 8:45am-12:15pm $56 3240H12-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-09 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 8:45am-12:15pm $70 3240H12-11 8/17 - 8/20 M-TH 8:45am - 12:15pm $56 Afternoons Available 3240H12-12 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 12:45-4:15pm $70 3240H12-13 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 12:45-4:15pm $70
Sticky Fingers Cooking Camp - Preschool It’s THYME to TURNIP the BEET on what kids EAT! Kids will enjoy learning cooking skills and tasty, healthy recipes while learning S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, and geography. Led by experienced Chef Instructors, we accommodate all allergies with nut-free recipes. Visit Stickyfingerscooking.com for recipes and more! No camp June 19. Global Taste Buds: From Europe to Africa to South America, we’ll savor every bite as we explore food, geography, and languages along the way. Farm to Table: Young chefs will discover fresh, local ingredients and learn how they go from the ground to our plates, plus what makes foods “super” (and how delicious they can taste!). Cooks + Books: We’ll read favorite stories and cook recipes inspired by them, sparking imaginations and exploring far-off lands. Age: 4-6 Min/Max: 8/10 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Sticky Fingers Cooking Class # Date Day Time R/NR Theme 3270K13-01 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 9:30 11:30am $252/$282 Global Taste Buds 3270K13-02 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 9:30 11:30am $315/$345 Farm to Table 3270K13-03 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 9:30 11:30am $315/$345 Cooks + Books
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Teen Wilderness Explorers Do you like the great outdoors? Would you like to spend your summer discovering amazing natural areas in the Chicago region, giving back to the environment, and building new skills? If so, then join our Teen Wilderness Explorers! A couple days a week, we’ll explore the wild areas around our base camp at Gilbert Park/Maple Grove Forest Preserve, then spend the rest of the week traveling to different natural areas around the region. One day of adventuring will be our highlighted field trip and will include a special featured skill or activity for that field trip. Drop off and pick up will be at Gilbert Park each day. Participants may be transported to and from Gilbert Park to other natural areas (including Lyman Woods) for special activities and learning opportunities by Lyman Woods staff. Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch and two mid-camp snacks. Camp fee includes camp T-shirt for the first week attended and other tie-dye items for additional weeks. No camp on June 19 or July 3. Grade: Entering 6th - 8th in Fall 2026 Location: Gilbert Park Time: 9:00am-4:00pm All weeks except Weeks 3 & 5 - R/NR: $305/$335 Week 2 & Week 4 - R/NR: $244/$274 Little Red Schoolhouse (Fishing) 3240P03-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH Waterfall Glen (Fishing) 3240P03-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F Bemis Woods (High Ropes Course) 3240P03-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH Blackwell Forest Preserve (Kayaking) 3240P03-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F Midewin (Bison Viewing & Geocaching) 3240P03-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F Class # Date Day Field Trip & Activity 3240P03-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F
Teen Fashion Camp New! Spark creativity and style in this playful introduction to sewing! Teens will learn essential hand and machine stitches while creating colorful, hands on projects that make learning fun and approachable. Throughout the week, participants will build confidence, strengthen fine motor skills, and explore basic fashion concepts—from simple design ideas to foundational sewing techniques. This camp is perfect for budding designers or anyone excited to bring their creative visions to life. Age: 13-15 R/NR: $185/$215 Location: Lincoln Center Instructor: Gnivol Loving Class # Date Day Time 3700L38-01 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 1:00-4:00pm 3700L38-02 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm
Matthiessen & Buffalo Rock State Parks (Bison Viewing and Hiking) Blackwell Forest Pre serve (Kayaking) Big Run Wolf Ranch (Wildlife Exploration)
3240P03-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F
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3240P03-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F
Busse Woods (Fishing)
3240P03-09 8/3 - 8/7 M-F
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LaBagh Woods (Indoor Rock Climbing & Hiking)
3240P03-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F
Bemis Woods (Kayaking)
3240P03-11 8/17 - 8/21 M-F
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Traditional Half-Day Nature Camps Pre-K to 5th Grade
Come spend your summer outside at Lyman Woods, embarking on fun-filled adventures and discovering the wonders of nature! Led by our dedicated team of naturalists, counselors, and volunteers, children will immerse themselves outdoors playing, exploring and making new friends. Each week is an exciting new experience with games, crafts, experiments and investigations. Sign up for the weeks that spark your child’s interest, or choose them all for a fun filled summer! No Traditional Half-Day Nature Camps the week of June 15-19 or June 29-July 3. For camps those weeks, please check out our Specialty Half Day Nature Camps. No Specialty Half-Day Nature Camps on June 19th or July 3. Please note that if registering for Half-Day Camps, you will be unable to register for both AM & PM sessions in the same week. Camp fee includes camp T-shirt for the first week attended and other tie-dye items for additional weeks. Children are responsible for bringing their own mid-camp snack and a water bottle. Need before care? Check out Before Care for Lyman Woods Camp options-available for our Full-day Nature Camps only.
Location: William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods Pre-K - Kindergarten • Entering Pre-K or Kindergarten in Fall 2026
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Fee
Theme
3240H01-01
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Scoots & Scales
3240H01-02
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Scoots & Scales
3240H01-03
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
$160
Extreme Animals
3240H01-04
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
$160
Extreme Animals
3240H01-05
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Diggin Dinos
3240H01-06
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Diggin Dinos
3240H01-07
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Under the Sea
3240H01-08
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Under the Sea
3240H01-09
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Curious Critters
3240H01-10
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Curious Critters
3240H01-11
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Puddles and Ponds
3240H01-12
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Puddles and Ponds
3240H01-13
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Diggin Dinos
3240H01-14
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Diggin Dinos
3240H01-15
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
I Spy Nature
3240H01-16
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
I Spy Nature
3240H01-17
8/10-8/14
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Incredible Insects
3240H01-18
8/10-8/14
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Incredible Insects
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1st-2nd Grade • Entering 1st to 2nd in Fall 2026
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Fee
Theme
3240P01-01
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Creek Week
3240P01-02
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Creek Week
3240P01-03
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
$160
Mammals R Us
3240P01-04
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
$160
Mammals R Us
3240P01-05
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Flower Shower
3240P01-06
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Flower Shower
3240P01-07
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Paws & Claws
3240P01-08 7/6 - 7/10
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Paws & Claws
3240P01-09
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Nature Pirates
3240P01-10
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Nature Pirates
3240P01-11
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Bug Out!
3240P01-12
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Bug Out!
3240P01-13
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Stinky, Slimy Science
3240P01-14
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Stinky, Slimy Science
3240P01-15
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Muddy Sneakers
3240P01-16
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Muddy Sneakers
3240P01-17
8/10 - 8/14
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Nature Carnival
3240P01-18
8/10 - 8/14
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Nature Carnival
3rd-5th Grade • Entering 3rd to 5th in Fall 2026
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Fee
Theme
3240P02-01
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Animal Architects
3240P02-02
6/8 - 6/12
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Animal Architects
3240P02-03
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
$160
Stream Stompers
3240P02-04
6/15 - 6/18
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
$160
Stream Stompers
3240P02-05
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Water Works
3240P02-06
6/22 - 6/26
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Water Works
3240P02-07
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Forest Forts
3240P02-08
7/6 - 7/10
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Forest Forts
3240P02-09
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Fins, Flippers & Fishing Fun
3240P02-10
7/13 - 7/17
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Fins, Flippers & Fishing Fun
3240P02-11
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Paleo Quest
3240P02-12
7/20 - 7/24
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Paleo Quest
3240P02-13
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Rock Hunters
3240P02-14
7/27 - 7/31
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Rock Hunters
3240P02-15
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Wings & Stings
3240P02-16
8/3 - 8/7
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Wings & Stings
3240P02-17
8/10 - 8/14
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
$200
Reptilemania
3240P02-18
8/10 - 8/14
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
$200
Reptilemania
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All-Day Nature Camp 1st to 5th Grade Welcome to all-day fun and adventure! This all-day version of our popular Lyman Woods’ nature camps will be open to campers entering 1st to 5th grade in the fall. All-day Nature Camp will be hosted at Gilbert Park/Maple Grove Forest Preserve, along with our Teen Wilderness Explorers. Groups may be mixed aged, depending on enrollment. Campers should bring a mid-morning and mid-afternoon snack as well as a packed lunch from home. Camp fee includes camp T-shirt for the first week attended and other tie-dye items for additional weeks. No camp on June 19 or July 3. Grade: Entering 1st - 5th in Fall 2026 Location: Gilbert Park Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Class # Date Day R/NR Theme 3240H09-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F $305$335 Outdoor Explorers 3240H09-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH $244/$274 Scoots & Scales 3240H09-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F $305/$335 Extreme Animals 3240H09-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH $244/$274 Diggin Dinos 3240H09-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F $305/$335 Water Week 3240H09-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F $305/$335 Space Explorers 3240H09-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F $305/$335 Curious Critters 3240H09-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F $305/$335 Puddles and Ponds 3240H09-09 8/3 - 8/7 M-F $305/$335 Incredible Insects 3240H09-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F $305/$335 I Spy Nature 3240H09-11 8/17 - 8/21 M-F $305/$335 The Greatest Hits
All-Day Nature Camp Before Care
Do you need some extra care for your child for All-Day Nature Camp? Sign up for extended hours! Before Care is available for All-Day Nature Camp and Teen Wilderness Explorers. Before Care will take place at the Lincoln Center. Campers will be transported from the Lincoln Center to Gilbert Park by the Park District. No camp June 19 or July 3. Grade: Entering 1st - 5th in Fall 2026 Location: Lincoln Center Class # Date Day Time R/NR 3240H08-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-02 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH 7:00-9:00am $60/$90 3240H08-03 6/22 - 6/26 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-04 6/29 - 7/2 M-TH 7:00-9:00am $60/$90 3240H08-05 7/6 - 7/10 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-06 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-07 7/20 - 7/24 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-08 7/27 - 7/31 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-09 8/3 - 8/7 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105 3240H08-10 8/10 - 8/14 M-F 7:00-9:00am $75/$105
Wild Child NaturePlay Camp
Discover nature together at our parent/toddler camps! Hosted at Lyman Woods and Patriots Park these camps alternate between water adventures and playful exploration. Your little one will enjoy splashing around, hands-on sensory experiences, and creative art projects. Each week features something new to discover together so sign up for all six weeks! Dress for the weather and to get messy! Infant siblings under 12 months are welcome to attend, but do not need to register. An adult caregiver must accompany their child. Age: 1-4 Time: 9:30-10:30am
Class #
Date
Day
Fee
Location
3240H05-01
6/2 - 6/4
TU/TH
$25
Lyman Woods
3240H05-02
6/22 - 6/26
M/W/F
$38/$57
Patriots Park
3240H05-03
7/7 - 7/9
TU/TH
$25
Lyman Woods
3240H05-04
7/20 - 7/24
M/W/F
$38/$57
Patriots Park
3240H05-05
8/4 - 8/6
TU/TH
$25
Lyman Woods
3240H05-06
8/17 - 8/21
M/W/F
$38/$57
Patriots Park
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Specialty Nature Camps Pre-K to 5th Grade
Specialty Nature Camps are designed to help your camper become immersed in a unique topic, learn a special skill from an expert counselor, and engage in a smaller more personalized camp setting. Please note that we offer half-day specialty camps only and you will not be able to register for both AM and PM sessions in the same week. Location: William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods
Pre-K - Kindergarten • Entering Pre-K or Kindergarten in Fall 2026 • Fee: $200
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Theme
3240H06-01
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
Wild Science
3240H06-02
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
Wild Science
3240H06-03
8/17 - 8/20
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
Space Adventures
3240H06-04
8/17 - 8/20
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
Space Adventures
1st-2nd Grade • Entering 1st-2nd in Fall 2026 • Fee: $225
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Theme
3240P04-01
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
Fishing
3240P04-02
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
Fishing
3240P04-03
8/17 - 8/21
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
Wilderness Survival
3240P04-04
8/17 - 8/21
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
Wilderness Survival
3rd-5th Grade • Entering 3rd-5th in Fall 2026 • Fee: $225
Class #
Date
Day
Time
Theme
3240P05-01
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
Archery
3240P05-02
6/29 - 7/2
M-TH
1:00-4:00pm
Archery
3240P05-03
8/17 - 8/21
M-F
1:00-4:00pm
Fishing
3240P05-04
8/17 - 8/21
M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
Fishing
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Museum Camps American Girl Doll Camp It’s all about friendship and girl power at this week-long camp! Get to know some of your favorite American Girls with fun crafts, stories, and adventures. Bring along your favorite doll! Boys are welcome!
Haunting History Camp Join us at the Downers Grove Museum as we take a look at some of Downers Grove’s most mysterious myths and local legends. We’ll visit our local cemeteries and learn more about the people in them as well as play some fun games and make fun crafts relating to some of our more notorious local lore. Prepare yourself for mostly fun with a little scare.
Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $190/$220 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G01-01 6/8 - 6/12 M-F
Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/14 R/NR: $190/$220 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G04-01 7/6 - 7/10 M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
9:00am-12:00pm
Museum Discovery Camp New! Join us at the museum as we discover our village’s exciting history by exploring our museum. We’ll look at popular culture throughout history and how these
Messy and Exploding Art Camp
Paint with rockets, make exploding concoctions, and sculpt with gooey slime! Wear clothes that can get messy during this camp that combines art and science. Age: 9-12 Min/Max: 5/20 R/NR: $230/$260 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G07-01 7/13 - 7/17 M-F 9:00am-12:00pm
changes in clothing, toys, movies, and music. Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/14 R/NR: $152/$182 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G03-01 6/15 - 6/18 M-TH
9:00am-12:00pm
Introductory Archaeology Camp
Jr. Messy and Exploding Art Camp
Calling all future archeologists! Do you have what it takes to dig in the dirt and decipher clues to the past? Then this camp is for you! Join us at the museum for a week filled with discovery and fun!
We’ve expanded our Messy and Exploding Art camp for our younger campers. Now they too can paint with rockets, make exploding concoctions, and sculpt with gooey slime! Wear clothes that can get messy during this camp that combines art and science.
Age: 7-10 Min/Max: 5/15 R/NR: $190/$220 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G02-01 6/22 - 6/26 M-F
Age: 5-8 Min/Max: 5/20 R/NR: $230/$260 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 3230G08-01 7/20 - 7/24 M-F
9:00am-12:00pm
9:00am-12:00pm
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