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Durham's summer camp scene perfectly reflects the city's rich blend of academic excellence, outdoor adventure, and artistic spirit. With over 100 diverse providers offering everything from wildlife exploration to STEM programs, parents can find the perfect fit for curious minds of all ages. The Piedmont Wildlife Center stands out with its immersive nature programs where kids track wildlife and learn outdoor skills in Durham's lush forests.
Meanwhile, innovative camps like Sisters' Voices celebrate young female voices through music and performance, while organizations like the Museum of Life and Science combine hands-on science with creative arts. Most camps fall in the $200-400 range per week, making them relatively affordable compared to other major cities, and nearly 30% offer flexible "variety" programs that keep kids engaged with different activities each day.
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The average summer camp costs $340. We found that 84 camps cost under $200, 223 camps are between $201-$400, and 59 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Nature, Sports. Variety camps make up 29% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 35 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 109 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 92 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 43 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 580 sessions, Full-Day camps have 18 sessions.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 16 days.