Answer all your questions about Camp Kodiak 2026 and sign up for a summer of FUN!
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What is Camp Kodiak?
Camp Kodiak is a summer day camp in Fairview Heights for children in kindergarten-6th grade. Campers must complete kindergarten before attending summer camp.
What does a typical week of Camp look like?
Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday we are at Moody Park while Tuesdays and Thursdays are at The REC. Regardless of location, we will enjoy crafts and fun activities with the campers. Wednesdays, campers are expected to be dropped off at Moody Park as mentioned; However, we will have a field trip every Wednesday where we all ride the bus together and return shortly before pickup.
How do I sign up for Camp Kodiak?
You can register your child online or you can stop by the Parks & Recreation Department office. If you choose to register online, please go to the following web address: https://fairviewheightsil.gov/events/summer-camp/ and fill out the Camper Information form on this page.
Where is Camp Kodiak?
Camp Kodiak is centrally located in Moody Park (Longacre Park) in Fairview Heights, Illinois. Campers will be dropped off and picked up at Pavilion # 5. The address for Moody Park is 525 South Ruby Lane, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. On Tuesdays and Friday’s campers must be picked up at The REC in Fairview Heights.
What is your refund policy?
If you signed up your child for a week of camp, but they are no longer able to attend you must cancel at least a full week in advance to receive a refund. All cancellations made a week in advance will receive a full refund less a 5% processing fee.
What should my child wear to camp?
Campers should wear clothing that is comfortable for them to run around in all day. Throughout the summer campers will be playing games and making crafts that might get a little messy. Please have your child wear clothing that you don’t mind getting a little dirty. On field trip days children MUST wear their Camp Kodiak shirt, if a camper does not wear the Camp Kodiak shirt, they will be given one and your account will be charged $15.00. In order to avoid injury, children must wear closed toed shoes while at Camp Kodiak. Children that are not wearing close toed shoes will not be able to participate in various sporting and group activities.
How should I pack my child’s lunch?
You may pack your child’s lunch in any type of lunch box. We will not have access to a refrigerator, if something needs to stay cold in your child’s lunch, please be sure to include a cold pack. On field trip days we will place campers’ lunches in large coolers. In order to accommodate everyone’s lunch please place your child’s lunch in a brown paper bag or lunch box with their name written on it.
What day does my child need to wear their Camp Kodiak Shirt?
Your child will need to wear their Camp Kodiak shirt on Field Trip days (Wednesdays).
Do I need to pack my child a snack?
Your child will be given a snack every day in the afternoon. Typical snacks usually include fruit snacks, granola bars, trail mix, popsicles and a variety of other items. If your child has an allergy, please let us know so we can avoid serving them items containing those ingredients. You may pack an additional snack for your child if needed.
What will you do in case of severe weather?
Pavilion # 5 has an enclosed area with air conditioning that we will use if there is a short storm or if we need to take a few minutes to cool off on a hot day.
Who will be watching the campers?
Our staff will be made up of high school graduates or students enrolled in college. Every staff member will go through two weeks of training that will go over child care, program planning and health/safety procedures. All of our counselors will be certified in CPR/AED and First Aid.
What is extended day camp?
Extended day camp lasts from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. We understand that you are busy so we offer longer hours to accommodate your schedule. You may drop off your child any time between 7:00-9:00 a.m. and pick up your child any time after 3:00-6:00 p.m. Campers that are not enrolled in extended care will be given a 15-minute cushion where they will not be charged for extended care. Every additional 15 minutes your child is not picked up you will be charged $10.00. The cost for extended day camp is an additional $40.00 for members and $50 for non-members.
What should my child bring to camp?
Campers should bring a water bottle, sunscreen and lunch (except for Fun Food Fridays). Please do not send your child to camp with personal items from home such as blankets, stuffed animals, I Pods, Tablets, or any other type of gaming device. We will let you know the dates campers need to bring a change of clothes, swimming suits, beach towels, or any other items that are usually not brought to camp.
What do I do if my camper has medications or allergies?
When registering for camp, we provide a text box that you will fill in what their medications or allergies are so we can be aware of when to give out medication or avoid certain snacks and other food items.
Do you go on field trips?
Wednesdays, campers are expected to be dropped off at Moody Park as mentioned; However, we will have a field trip every Wednesday where we all ride the bus together and return shortly before pickup.
Are cellphones or electronics allowed at camp?
Kids will not be able to use phones and electronics on camp site. If it is an emergency, please call The Rec to notify us. If kids are caught numerous times using electronics, we will hold onto them until the end of the day.