summer campLee County Parks & Recreation Summer Camp registration opens at 7 a.m. Monday, Feb. 26. Registration is expected to draw thousands of youngsters to programs, outings and activities at the department’s traditional camps, middle school camps and specialty camps.

Traditional camps are for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade. Middle school camps are for sixth through eighth grades. Specialty and special needs camps ages vary; check locations for specific ages.

Summer camp runs for eight weeks from June 10 through Aug. 2. The cost for traditional and middle school camps are $75 per week per child. Specialty camps vary; check location for price. For locations visit www.leeparks.org.

Parents are encouraged to sign up early. Camp registration is ongoing as long as space is available.

Helpful tips from the registration desk:

  • To register for camp at Estero Recreation Center – obtain a membership first by visiting the location.
  • If you currently have a membership, please make sure it is active by calling or visiting the Recreation Center.
  • A household account at webtrac.leegov.com is needed to register online.
  • Registration for swimming lessons and other aquatics programs begins Wednesday, March 6.

Camp sites will participate in countywide initiatives, such as service-learning projects, fitness and wellness programs and National Park and Recreation Month.

For more information about Lee County Parks & Recreation locations, camps, amenities and other special events, visit www.leeparks.org, call 239-533-7275 or email leeparks@leegov.com.