Fun and Excitement, All Day Long
Summer Day Camps are one of the most popular programs that Rotary Camp offers. Campers enjoy traditional camp activities, while spending each night at home. This model program is a great alternative to traditional extended school year programs or day care. The days are packed full of activities and limited down time.
Day Campers are organized into small groups based on age and abilities. With the leadership of our exceptionally trained counselors, campers rotate through different camp activities including games, crafts, campfires, nature programs and more. Once familiarity is gained, many campers graduate onto the overnight camp experience.
At each of our day camps there are two counselors to every six campers. Other staff on site include the directors, program coordinators, behavior specialists, and nursing staff. The Akron Rotary Camp strives to meet the individual needs of each of the campers. Staff will work with families, teachers, and other support services to help provide successful experiences. However, the Akron Rotary Camp cannot provide one on one attention to campers with additional needs without the financial support from the camper's family or other provider networks.
The goals of our day camp programs are to develop social skills; promote physical activity; increase independence; raise self-esteem and develop the skills necessary to attend a week of overnight camp. The goals are accomplished through camp activities and programs, staff leadership and regular communication between camp staff and parents.
Transportation is available to qualifying individuals registered prior to April 15th.
We are also committed to working with area school districts to provide extended school year opportunities for those campers who are determined eligible for ESY by their IEP team.
If you have any questions about anyone of the programs listed below please feel free to call the camp office at 330.644.4512.
Therapeutic Academic Day Camp
Ages 3-17
Monday-Thursday
10am-2pm
Beginning in 2012, Akron Rotary Camp, in collaboration with Out of the Box Behavioral Solutions and Language Learning Associates, is excited to offer a new academic day camp. This camp is designed for campers with Autism and low incidence special needs. An Intervention Specialist, Behavior Specialist, Speech Therapists, and Occupational Therapists will be on staff to provide an inclusive Extended School Year Program. This program focuses on IEP goals and reporting, speech therapy, occupational therapy, functional life skills, social skills, adaptive PE, and recreation. During a three week session, campers can expect to receive personalized plans and attention. Funding for this program is accepted through school districts, third party billing Autism Scholarship, and private pay. There is no transportation provided by Akron Rotary Camp.
Rex Lake Day Camp 
Ages 6-21
Monday - Friday
10am – 4pm
Our traditional Rotary Day Camp allows campers to experience some of the best that Rotary Camp has to offer. Campers are organized into cabin groups according to age and ability. While at camp, campers enjoy crafts, games, nature activities, songs and so much more! Each day, weather permitting, campers will also have the opportunity to explore the excitement of Rex Lake, through activities including swimming, canoeing and other water games.
For transportation please register before April 15th.
Rotary Explorers at Hale Farm & Village
Ages 6-21
Monday-Friday
8:30am – 2:30pm
This day camp is offered in collaboration with our friends at Hale Farm & Village. Located in Bath, Ohio, Hale Farm & Village is a living history museum focused on 19th century America. Rotary Explorers will participate in traditional camp activities including crafts, field games and natural exploration. At times, campers will have the opportunity to participate in Hale Farm & Village-sponsored programs. Small group sizes and the unique natural environment make this program a one of a kind opportunity.
The Rotary Camp staff at Hale Farm & Village go through the same intense training that all of our traditional staff does. The counselor to camper ratio does not exceed 2:6.
For transportation please register before April 15th.
Portage Trailblazers Day Camp
Ages 3-21
Monday - Friday
9am -3pm
We are excited to continue this collaboration with the Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities (PCBDD) and the Akron Rotary Camp. We are offering two three week day camp sessions at the beautiful Happy Day School campus. Everyday campers will have a blast exploring the natural environment, enjoying craft, games and other activities, singing camp songs, and developing friendships. The phenomenal Akron Rotary Camp staff will provide opportunities for campers to learn and grow in a safe environment.
Following American Camp Association standards and Rotary Camp guidelines, the staff are exceptionally trained to work with our campers in a caring and appropriate manner. The counselor to camper ratio is 2:6.
This program is being sponsored through the Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities for current Happy Day school students. There may be a limited number of funds are available to help support the cost of camp to other eligible participants. Once those spots are filled, additional spaces would be paid by the families. Please contact Gail McAlister at the Happy Day School or the Rotary Camp office at 330.644.4512 for more information about this and other potential resources. For private paying or third party billing, please contact the camp office.
Transportation will be provided by the Portage County Board to for Happy Day School students only. Any additional campers would be required to provide their own transportation. Registrations must be received by April 15th to ensure a space on the bus.
