The Best Summer Memories are Made at Lincolnwood Summer Day Camp

Lincolnwood Summer Day Camp is back for a summer filled with fun, sun and friendships while keeping safety in mind! Each week will have a unique theme where campers will fill their day with swimming, sports, crafts, STEM activities and a weekly onsite fieldtrip. Camp will be held at Proesel Park.

Our friendly and trained staff will be there to provide a exciting and safe camp experience. Additional COVID-19 related policies and procedures can be viewed at lincolnwoodil.org. As COVID-19 regulations change, we will provide updates to our program offerings to keep you informed when the changes pertain to the summer camp program.

To learn more about Lincolnwood Summer Day Camp, please click on the brochure link below. Our team is also available to answer your questions by phone 847-677-9740 or email at daycamp@lwd.org.

Specialty Camps

Are you looking for a specialty camp? Our specialty camp options are growing and changing. We are updating our selection as plans are developed. Keep looking back for more details on teen camps, arts and crafts camps, S.T.E.A.M. and more! Specialty Camps are held outdoors at Proesel Park. Weather related cancellations will be rescheduled or refunded.

Required Camp Forms

Digital forms will be coming soon! Forms will also be emailed after registration.

Parent Handbook

The Parent Handbook will be coming soon!

COVID-19 Updates

The 2021 Summer Day Camp program will adhere to any COVID-19 restrictions that apply. The guidelines and restrictions are very fluid and the following activity restrictions may change at any given time. Any changes will be communicated prior to implementation.

Activity	Yes/No	Quick Answer
Field Trips	Yes	Each week we will bring entertainers and on-site field trips that follow the weekly camp themes
Swimming	Yes	Camp will include recreational swim time at the aquatic center at least once per week. As guidelines evolve for swimming pool capacity, our team will continue to work to find additional swim time for the children in the camp program.
Swim Lessons	Yes	Swim lessons at the aquatic center are being offered before camp hours this year. Campers who register for swim lessons will be checked in at the aquatic center and then walked to camp with staff at the end of their lesson. Once the swim lesson schedule is available, our team will share it with all camp families.
Tennis Lessons	Yes	Tennis lessons through E-Town Tennis are being offered after camp hours this year. Further information will be made available in the 2021 summer brochure.
Teen & Preschool Camp	Maybe	An ongoing interest list has been developed for families who would like to register a child for a camp that serves 3-4 year olds or sixth- eighth graders. To join this list visit this LINK. If additional space within the community can be secured, we will strive to offer a camp option for these age groups. Specialty camps are also available for youth up to age 13.
Masks at Camp	Yes	The program will adhere to current mask mandates and guidelines. At this time, masks will be required. This is especially when physical distancing is not possible.
Playground Play	Yes	Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy playgrounds on a daily basis. Groups of campers will likely rotate through playground time, masks will be worn while on the equipment, and campers will wash/disinfect their hands before and after using the equipment. The playgrounds will remain open to the public. When possible, camp will use the playground during slow times.

Now Hiring Summer Staff

If you’re interested in working us this summer, please visit our employment page. Questions? Please email or call Olivia Zdeb, Recreation Supervisor at (847) 745-4723 or daycamp@lwd.org

Traditional Camp Refund Policy

Please familiarize yourself with the camp refund policy, located below. The Session I refund request deadline is May 24; and the Session II refund request deadline is June 26. These deadlines are adhered to without exception.

100% refund given two weeks prior to the start of each camp session less a service charge. Service charges are as follows: $10for fees under $50; $20 for fees $50-$200; $30 for fees over $200.
Less than two weeks prior to the start of each camp session, the service fee increases to 25% of the program fee, only if a replacement is found for your camper’s spot. If no replacement is found, no refund will be issued.
No refunds will be issued three days after the start of each camp session, or one day after the start of each Pick-a-Week.
A refund request form must be completed for all refunds. Forms are available at the Parks and Recreation office or at www.recreation.lwd.org.

Please note: Refunds take 4-6 weeks to process once we receive the request form. For questions, please call (847) 677-9740.

General Refunds

General refunds will be granted when requested five full working days before the start of a program. All refunds are subject to a 10% administrative fee and will be mailed in the form of a check within 4-6 weeks of your request. Charges cannot be reserved on credit cards.

IN THE CASE OF ILLNESS, EMERGENCY OR RELOCATION
Should you need to discontinue participation in a program due to an illness, emergency or relocation, we ask that you submit proof of relocation or a written medical explanation from a physician. Upon receipt we will refund you the classes not attended less a 10% administrative fee.

DEPARTMENT CANCELLATION
In the event a program does not reach minimum enrollment and the class is cancelled by the department a full refund will be issued. The administrative fee does not apply in these instances.

LINCOLNWOOD INTERNATIONAL SOCCER ACADEMY
No refunds will be issued after the first day of soccer camp.

Maine Niles Special Recreation Association (M-NASR)

Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Department will continue to work with M-NASR to provide inclusion support on a case by case scenario for participants who register for and meet the behavior and COVID-19 safety guidelines. Reasonable accommodations will be made. Lincolnwood Parks and Recreation Department welcomes the participation of all individuals in our programs, including those with disabilities. We are fully committed to complying with ADA and providing reasonable accommodations to facilitate participation in our programs.

To help us provide a positive experience for your child with special needs, please reach out to us daycamp@lwd.org to help us determine how we can serve you and your family. The sooner we know about your special situation, the more time we have to make reasonable accommodations to improve your child’s integration into our day camp program.