Camp Programs

Summer Playground Camp - Registration begins April 21, 2021

The Summer Playground Camp program provides a safe and enriching environment for campers to participate in healthy, developmentally-appropriate activities and learning experiences. Our camps focus on having fun while learning, building self-esteem, and developing social skills through new activities. Weekly themes keep campers engaged and provide a basis for kids to learn about themselves and the world around them.

Dates: Monday - Friday; June 21 - July 30 (closed Monday, July 5 - Independence Day observance)
Times: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Sites: Jack McLean; Jake Gaither; Lawrence-Gregory (Dade Street); LeVerne Payne (4th Avenue); Walker-Ford
Fee: $60 (Financial Assistance Discounts are available)
Ages: 5-12 (see eligibility requirements below)
Handbook : Click here to view Camp Handbook

2 Ways to Register

(Note: If you intend to use the public assistance discount, you must contact the Community Center of your choice to register. You cannot receive a discount online.)

Option 1: To register online, Click here (You cannot receive a discount online)

Option 2: Please call your local Community Center:

• Jack McLean Community Center - 850 891-2505
• Jake Gaither Community Center - 850 891-3940
• Lawrence-Gregory Community Center - 850 891-3910
• LeVerne Payne Community Center - 850 891-3930
• Walker-Ford Community Center - 850 891-3970

Registration Information

• There is limited capacity at each site.
• It is recommended that you register in advance, however weekly registration is possible.
• Registration is based on availability. To ensure your child’s registration, you must pay for each week in full. Please note that your spot in each week is not secured until payment is made for the weeks that you would like your child to attend.
• If you are applying for the financial assistance discount, you must provide documentation of assistance by sending an email to the Playground Camps Supervisor Robin McKay at Robin.Mckay@Talgov.com. The child’s name must be listed on the documentation.

Camper Eligibility Requirements 

• Campers must be at least 5 years old and they must have completed 1 year of kindergarten. Proof of age may be required.
• A camper cannot turn 13 before June 21 as they will be too old to attend a Summer Playground Camp.
• PRNA provides accessible recreation facilities and programs, and welcomes all citizens regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual preference, gender, gender identity, socioeconomic status and/or level of physical or mental ability. It is our intent to provide a safe, successful, enjoyable experience for all participants free from physical or emotional harm.

Safety Guidelines

• This is an outdoor program with minimal indoor programming (with exception to inclement weather).
• A mask or face-covering is required by all participants.
• Social-distancing and adherence to CDC guidelines will be enforced.
• If your child is sick or showing signs of illness, please have them stay home.
• More information will be provided after your child is enrolled.