SUMMER DAY CAMP 2013 is almost here!
Bus Driver Position available- must apply by may 24th!
registration is now open! spots are filling up quickly!
Our fully inclusive camps offer a wide variety of activities, extended programming, guest speakers, special events, field trips, camp shirt, snacks and lunch at no extra cost. Single day advanced registration is permitted, space limitations may apply, see office for details. See below for camp weeks and themes.
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DAY CAMP REGISTRATION FORM 2013! (Updated 4-8-13)
If you printed the Day Camp Registration Form prior to April 4th, please click HERE for updated waiver information. 
*Please scroll to bottom of page for all Forms associated with the Day Camp Program.*
Camp Fees:
Explorers I & II/ Sports Camp Fees: Resident $139 per week / Non-Resident $167
Adventure Camp Fees: Resident $177 per week / Non-Resident $212
Holiday Camp Fees: Resident $112 per week / Non-Resident $132
Counselors-In-Training: Resident $70 per week/ Non-Resident $84
In order to register you can:
- Register ONLINE (will include a convenience fee)**
- In person at the Jim Porter Recreation Center (1200 Vale Terrace Dr. Vista, CA 92084)
- Over the phone with a credit card**
** If you register over the phone or online, an emergency card is REQUIRED by the first day the child attends camp. They can not be left without the emergency information on file. The Registration Form is available to fill out online and e-mail to Kim Crawford.
E-mail contact is Kim Crawford at kcrawford@cityofvista.com
Discounts:
- ~$10 Sibling Discount- this applies to multiple registrations for one week in the same family.
- ~ Other discounts will be posted for 2013 when approved
Camp Descriptions, calendars & Menus!
Adventure Camp
This camp is for 5th through 8th grade and is a traveling camp. They will visit various locations throughout San Diego and Orange County. This year we are going to add some new and exciting field trips and include some of the beautiful parks throughout the city to switch up some of the beach trips.
Adventure Camp Calendar (5th - 8th)
Adventure Camp Participant Agreement
Waivers Required for Adventure Camp:
Explorers Camp 1 (K-5th)
This camp is for Kindegarten through 5th grade and is a weekly themed camp which all activities are based. This camp is split into 2 grade groups so please refer to the correct calendar. This camp will offer a wide variety of arts, crafts, games and sports. It includes one field trip per week.
Explorers Camp I Calendar (K-2nd)
Explorers Camp II Calendar (3rd-5th)
Sports Camp
This camp is for 1st through 6th grade and focuses on one sport each week. Campers will concentrate on basic skills and game fundamentals. It includes one field trip per week.
Sports Camp Calendar (1st - 6th) <Updated 5-2-13>
Counselors-In-Training (C.I.T.)
This camp is for 9th to 11th grade. It is an opportunity to gain valuable career skills and experience in working with youth. You will be an integral part of the Day Camp Team by providing program support, partnering with staff on various projects, creating and implementing activities and assisting with the supervision of campers. CIT's will report to an experienced Lead Counselor, they will not be assigned to Adventure Camp. After 2 years of sucessful completion in the CIT Internship program (minimum 4 weeks each year) and provided the applicant is 16 years old, he/she can be considered for regular employment. They will do the activities and go on the field trip with the camp they are assigned to each week.
C.I.T. APPLICATION / REGISTRATION FORM
Lunch & Snack Menus
City of Vista Summer Camp Program now includes breakfast as well as lunch and a PM Snack. Breakfast will be served every morning by 9:15am, lunch from 12:00pm to 12:45pm and PM Snack at 3:15pm. For more information on the Summer Food Program please click here: Free Summer Camp Lunch program. If your child has food allergies and needs alternative options please download the Food Allery Accomodations Form which must be filled out by the child's physician.
Food Allergy Accomodations Form
Breakfast & PM Snack Menu 2013
Camp Locations/Times:
JPRC: Jim Porter Recreation Center (formerly Brengle Terrace)
1200 Vale Terrace Drive; 9:00am-3:00pm (extended camp 7:00am-6:00pm)
Camp Session Dates, Themes & Field Trips
Click on the links to register online (opens April 22nd). Type camp name in search box. Camps will fill up so be sure to get your spot early!
Session 1: June 10 - June 14 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Animal Encounters
Highighted Field Trips: Seal Tours, Free Flight Bird Sanctuary & Powerhouse Park
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Animal Planet
Field Trip: Helen Woodward Animal Center
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Wild Wild Wonders
Field Trip: Helen Woodward Animal Center
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Summer Sports Mash Up!
Field Trip: Helen Woodward Animal Center
Session 2: June 17 - June 21 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Hidden Treasures
Highlighted Field Trips: Boardwalk Indoor Amusement Park, Sky High!, Iceoplex
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Fairytales & Superheroes
Field Trip: Discovery Science Center in Irvine
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Wizard Wonders
Field Trip: Discovery Science Center in Irvine
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Baseball
Field Trip: Discovery Science Center in Irvine
Session 3: June 24 - June 28 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): On The Road Again
Highlighted Field Trips: Pelly's Mini Golf, Nickel City, Vista Entertainment Center
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Imagination Station
Field Trip: Build It Workshop
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Inventors' Workshop
Field Trip: Build It Workshop
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Basketball
Field Trip: Pelly's Mini-Golf
Session 4: | July 1 - July 5 | Holiday Palooza! REGISTER ONLINE!
Holiday Camp (K-8th): All Camps are combined this week (no camp July 4th). Field Trip: Reuben H. Fleet Science Center
We will be celebrating a different holiday each day with a special Fun Friday: America, The Beautiful!
Session 5: July 8 - July 12 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Hunger Games
Highlighted Field Trips: Tidelands Park in Coronado, Boomers! & Knott's Berry Farm!
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Cooking Kiddos
Field Trip: Kidsville
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Food Wars
Field Trip: Boomers!
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Flag Football
Field Trip: Boomers!
Session 6: July 15 - July 19 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): How'd They Do That?
Highlighted Field Trips: U.S. Olympic Training Center, Aquarium of the Pacific & Discovery Science Center
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Slippery, Slimy, Gooey
Field Trip: Birch Aquarium
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Build It Better
Field Trip: Birch Aquarium
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Soccer
Field Trip: Birch Aquarium
Session 7: July 22 - July 26 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Planes, Trains, Automobiles
Highlighted Field Trips: Build It Workshop, Air & Space Museum, Dave & Busters
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Camp Superstars!
Field Trip: Krikorian Movie Theatre (Movie TBD)
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : No Biz Like Show Biz
Field Trip: Krikorian Movie Theatre (Movie TBD)
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Wipe Out!
Field Trip: Air & Space Museum
Session 8: July 29 - Aug 2 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): San Diego Hot Spots
Highlighted Field Trips: USS Midway, Padres Game, Belmont Park
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Fun With Friends
Field Trip: Chuck E. Cheese
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : BFF, LOL, TTYL...
Field Trip: Padres Game Vs. Cincinnati Reds
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Baseball
Field Trip: Padres Game Vs. Cincinnati Reds
Session 9: Aug 5 - Aug 9 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Culture Shock!
Highlighted Field Trips: Invasion Lazer Tag, Skate World, New San Diego Children's Museum
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Making Masterpieces
Field Trip: New San Diego Children's Museum
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : BFF, LOL, TTYL...
Field Trip: New San Diego Children's Museum
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Basketball Camp with Coach Lucien!
Field Trip: New San Diego Children's Museum
Session 10: Aug 12 - Aug 16 REGISTER ONLINE!
Adventure Camp (5th-8th): Wet & Wild Summer Fun!
Highlighted Field Trips: The Wave, Hornblower Cruise & SURPRISE TRIP!!!
Explorers Camp I (K-2nd) : Splish Splash Fun
Field Trip: Hornblower Cruise around San Diego Bay
Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th) : Slip Sliding Summer
Field Trip: Hornblower Cruise around San Diego Bay
Sports Camp (1st-6th): Just Add WATER!
Field Trip: Hornblower Cruise around San Diego Bay
Rancho buena vista Adobe Summer Camps REGISTER ONLINE!
Summer Camp at the Adobe | 7-11 years
The Rancho Buena Vista Adobe summer camp features handmade crafts, old-fashioned games, baking and lots of rancho fun! The program is conducted by Adobe Days Education Program staff. Camp is held Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - noon. Camp is limited to 20 participants, be sure to register early! Pre-registration is required. No extended care available for this program. Child must be between the ages of 7 to 11 years in order to attend, no exceptions.
Please click here for session dates, times, fees and location for the Adobe Summer Camp Program.
Summer Camp Registration information
How to register:
- Register online at www.vistarecreation.com then choose Day Camp
- Walk-In at Jim Porter Recreation Center, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive*
- Over the phone contact the office, 760-726-1340 x 1501 or 1571*
*Registration Form MUST be recieved prior to first day of camp.
Hours & Locations:
- Jim Porter Recreation Center | 8:30am to 4:00pm Monday-Thursday
- Jim Porter Recreation Center | 8:30am to 3:00pm Friday
- Civic Center | 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Thursday
- Civic Center | 9:00am to 3:00pm Friday
General Program Information
All inclusive camp package - One low price!
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Philosophy
Each camp has its own method of constructing programs based on its philosophy. Knowing your child's personality and style of learning is valuable in selecting the right camp. The City of Vista Day Camp Program is committed to simple yet comprehensive philosophy focused on your campers wellbeing.
- Be Safe
- Build Positive Relationships
- Make It Fun
This philosophy is the basis in which our camp program operates, counselors are trained, and activities are developed. Should you have any questions about this or any other aspect of the program, please feel free to contact us.
Registration and Payment Information
Registration Forms are now available from the office or in the downloadable forms section below. If you wish to receive a registration form in advance by mail, simply call the Day Camp Program Office at (760) 726-1340 ext 1501.
Payments
Payment for the first week of camp is due in full, which includes a $10 non-refundable deposit. Subsequent weeks of camp may be held with a $10 non-refundable deposit per child, per week. Payment is due in full 7 days prior to the first day of camp. If payment is not received within 5 days of the start of camp, the $10 deposit shall be forfeited and the camper’s space will be offered to someone on the wait list. View the Payment/Refund Procedures
Alternative Payment Programs
If your child receives payment assistance from an alternative funding source to participate in camp you are still required to register in advance to reserve their spot in camp. Please contact the City of Vista Day Camp Program to verify eligibility for participation.
Credits, Refunds & Cancellations
Prior to the start of the final day of camp, participants may request a refund or credit. The amount of the refund/credit will be the camp fee paid less the daily rate, based on the number of days elapsed, regardless of attendance, and the processing fee for refunds. Day Camp refunds/credits are based on a daily rate and are not prorated. All refunds are assessed a processing fee of 25% of the camp registration fee. All credits expire on July 1, immediately after the issue date of credit. All refunds are non-cash and will be processed within four weeks after request. If a request for refund/credit is for a one time event, the refund/credit request must be made prior to the start of the event. If you are unable to attend a class/activity after you have registered, you may request a refund or credit by contacting (760) 726-1340 ext. 1501.
These procedures have been implemented due to advance payments we make to our vendors in the purchase of entry tickets, transportation usage, supplies and hiring of staff.
Day Camp Staff
Deadline for Day Camp applications was April 12th. Please try again next year.
Applications are accepted through mid-April.
Day Camp Application (must be received in order to be considered for a job!)
Beyond location, activities and marketing materials, the most important aspect of any camp program are the counselors. You must feel comfortable with their ability to supervise and care for your child. Always ask questions and continue to do so until your curiosity is satisfied. A parent’s intuition is a valuable asset.
The City of Vista Day Camp Program encourages questions about the program, activities, and staff. We are proud of the young adults we hire to conduct our camp activities. Throughout the hiring process, we are evaluating our needs and the specific skills of each candidate. Each potential staff member is required to submit to a drug screen and extensive background check. Most of our staff are 18 years old, however, 16 year olds may be hired after completing two years of the CIT Program, not to exceed two staff per year. Just as any employer, we look for certain qualities in potential candidates including previous experience with children, adaptability, an outgoing and fun attitude, dependability, and trustworthiness. Upon hiring, all counselors undergo a training prior to the start of camp. We concentrate on areas of teamwork, supervision/emergency procedures, behavior modification techniques, and leadership skills.
Most of our staff consists of college students with intended majors in the education, recreation, and child development fields. We are pleased to have higher than a 50% return ratio in staff year after year.
Day Camp Leadership Staff
| Sr. Recreation Supervisor: Rob Anderson | (760) 726-1340 ext. 1576 |
| On-Site Supervisor: Kim Crawford | (760) 726-1340 ext. 1571 / 1501 |
| Day Camp Asst. Director: Toby Brodman | (760) 726-1340 ext. 1502 |
| Day Camp Specialist: Diana Orozco | (760) 726-1340 ext. 1502 |
| Nutrition Specialist: Jeri Robinson | (760) 726-1340 ext. 1502 |
Contact Information
We appreciate your input and welcome your comments, questions or concerns at any time.
Camp Location |
Mailing Address |
Phone Numbers |
Day Camp Program Office (*Formerly Brengle Terrace) |
City of Vista Day Camp Program |
(760) 726-1340 ext 1502 /1571 (760) 277-8108 Park Director |
Feel free to send me a message anytime. My commitment to you will be a prompt response to any question, comment, or concern you would like to share: Kcrawford@cityofvista.com
Forms and Calendars
Forms
- Day Camp Registration Form 2013
- Adventure Camp Participant Agreement
- Medication Form
- Walk Home Authorization Form
- Refund/Credit Request Form
- Yearend Tax Receipt Form
- Solid Rock Waiver (July 19th)
- Sky High Waiver (June 20th)- UPDATED 5-13-13
- Food Allergy Accomodations Form
Camp Calendars
- Counselor-In-Training Program (CIT)
- Counselor-In-Traning Application
- Adventure Camp (5th - 8th grade)
- Sports Camp (1st - 6th grade)
- Explorers Camp I (K-2nd grade)
- Explorers Camp II (3rd-5th grade)
- Lunch Menu- Coming Soon
- Snack Menu- Coming Soon
Parent Resources
- Parent Handbook (will be updated for 2013)
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Payment/Refund Procedures
- VUSD 2012/2013 School Calendar