REGISTRATION F.C.P.A. CAMP GUIDE

for CAMPS is OPEN. REGISTER by May 5 and SAVE $8!

See the registration page for details.

Refunds/Transfers for CAMPS and WORKSHOPS

• Camp cancellations may be done online through your house account. All cancellations/transfers/refunds/credits require 14 days advance notice of the camp you are cancelling. There is a $25 cancellation fee applied to all refunds.

• If you cancel your camp within 13 days of the start of camp, you will NOT receive money back, but the system will allow you to drop out.

• Transfers may not be done online. If you wish to transfer from one camp to another, you can avoid the cancellation fee by contacting the registration desk (703-222-4664) to process the change. Transfers require 14 days advance notice for the camp you are withdrawing from. Transfers cannot be done within 13 days of the start of a camp.

• You can request a refund or transfer 14 days in advance by emailing us at camps@fairfaxcounty.gov.

• There are no refunds or credits for missed days due to work or vacation schedules, sick days or other non-emergency reasons.

• Within 14 days of the start of a camp session, refunds are only approved for medical emergencies with a doctor’s note if it is received before the camp ends.

• If a medical emergency occurs during camp, a doctor’s note is required within 24 hours for a pro-rated refund. Requests received after the camp session ends will not be granted.

• We do not provide refunds or credits for changes to camp schedules due to weather.

The FCPA routinely monitors guidance from the CDC and governing health agencies to ensure enhanced safety protocols are in place to maintain a healthy environment for children and staff. To ensure everyone’s safety, camp procedures are subject to change at the direction of the CDC and local health officials. Activities may also be altered or omitted based on recommendations for our area.

• Some camps are licensed by the Va. Dept. of Social Services. These camps require additional paperwork such as an immunization record and proof of child’s identity. Download the camp forms packet at https:// www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/camps to determine if your child’s camp is licensed.

• Non-Fairfax County residents are welcome to join our camps. There is a $15 out-of-county fee.

• To provide several options for our customers, camp length and times vary. Be sure to check the number of days and hours for each camp.

• On rainy days or when substantial rain is expected, some outdoor camps may be canceled for the day. On code red days, campers will engage in outdoor activities during the day while taking in plenty of water and several shaded breaks. Many of our camps are held outdoors. Please check with the site for more information.

• Many of our camps will email participants a few days prior to the start date about what campers should bring. Most half-day camps will ask campers to bring a snack and drink. Full-day campers will need a snack, drink and lunch. If your child’s camp includes swim time, also bring a swimsuit and towel. ALL campers should wear weather-appropriate, comfortable play clothes and have sunscreen applied before leaving home.

• To expedite the check-in process, make copies of your child’s forms for each camp/each week. Forms are not transferred from one camp to another and can be downloaded at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ parks/camps.

• If your child needs to have medication administered during camp, please complete the Medication Authorization Form at https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/camps.

• If swimming is a part of your child’s camp, substitute activities will occur when Rec Center pools are closed for maintenance and/or cleaning. Contact the site directly for details.

• Several camps require signed waivers for participation. If you want to request review of the waivers prior to registering, email us at camps@fairfaxcounty.gov.

• Host-a-Coach Program: we are always looking for families who would like to host an international soccer coach for a week during the summer. In turn for hosting, families earn a free week of Challenger International Soccer Camp. For application and details, visit https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/camps.

• It is important to register early! Camps that do not meet minimum requirements for enrollment may be canceled. This decision is made two weeks in advance.

• Camps may be added after Parktakes was printed. Check camp website for additional listings.

Extended Care Information (NEW)

8-9 a.m. and 4-5 p.m. $75/week

EXTENDED CARE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE $8 EARLY INCENTIVE DISCOUNT

Dates & locations vary, see website for the most upto-date details! www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/camps

Extended care provides one hour of additional care in the morning and afternoon for campers at their specific camp location. Only campers who are already enrolled in full-day camps can attend extended care. Camps ending before 4 p.m. are not eligible for extended care. Campers choose from supervised activities including board games, cards, drawing, coloring and age-appropriate movies. Registration for extended care is weekly, be sure to register for two weeks if your child is in a two-week camp.

*Advance registration is required as space is limited* online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/camps or by phone 703-222-4664

Refunds/Transfers: Extended Care refunds are given in full if requested prior to the camp week. No refunds are given once the week begins.

Late Fee: $1 will be charged for each minute after 5 p.m. parents are late picking up their camper.

Before You Arrive at Camp, Download Your Camp Forms at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/Parks/Camps

All programs and activities will follow current health safety protocols.