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Topeka's summer camp scene offers an impressive mix of nature-based adventures and enriching activities, with the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center leading the way as one of the city's standout providers. Kids can explore wildlife and conservation through themed weeks like "Animal Kingdom" and "Conservation Connection," making learning feel like an exciting safari adventure. Beyond the zoo, Mission Creek Camp stands out for its inclusive approach, creating an environment where children of all abilities can experience traditional camp activities together.
The city's camp landscape is surprisingly affordable too - with most sessions under $200, parents can find quality programs that won't break the bank. Whether your child is interested in wildlife education at the zoo, inclusive activities at Mission Creek, or one of Washburn University's specialized music and arts camps, Topeka's summer programs offer something for every young explorer.
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The average summer camp costs $160. We found that 54 camps cost under $200, 14 camps are between $201-$400, and 0 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Nature, Sports. Variety camps make up 26% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 9 and 14 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 4 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 5 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 11 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 14 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 126 sessions, Full-Day camps have 76 sessions, Half-Day camps have 22 sessions.
Yes! 5 camps (4% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, March. The average camp session runs for 11 days.