Children's Programs

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• Set up your account prior to registration. For assistance in creating an account or retrieving your Login ID and Password, contact the Registration Office at (703) 792-7060.
• Before registering, review your account to ensure your household, contact information, and children’s birth dates are correct. Age restrictions apply, and only primary guardians may add family members or request changes. 
• Have your username and password ready when registration opens on March 3 as camps fill quickly.
• Have your preferred camps and codes ready, along with backup options in case your first choice is wait-listed. 
• After logging in, use the Summer Camp menu to find camps and review updates. Click the Shopping Cart icon next to a camp to register. If extended hours are offered, you’ll be prompted to add them.
• Have your credit card information handy. Prince William County accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

Download the 2026 Summer Camps Quick Tips Guide
 

★ Checklist for Full Day Camp Programs

• All campers should bring two snacks, lunch, drink and water bottle to camp each day.
• Please pack sunscreen each day, if possible please apply sunscreen before your child comes to camp.
• If applicable, please make sure all medical forms are completed in ePACT and medication is brought with your child on the first day of camp.
• Please complete all required forms in ePACT one week prior to camp.

Registration & Payment Deadlines:

Registration for all camps closes 14 days in advance of the first day of camp.

Payments:

Partial Day, Specialty and Break Camps

Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

Full Day Camps

• A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is due at the time of registration. The remaining balance is due no later than 14 days prior to the start of camp.
• Failure to pay the balance in full by the due date may result in your child being removed from the camp.
• A $10.00 multi-child discount will be given to each additional child in the household who is enrolled in the same full-day camp program at the same location.

Cancellations & Refunds:

Partial Day and Break Camps

• Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund minus a $10.00 processing charge.
• Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

Full Day Camps

• Cancellations made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp will receive a refund minus the $50.00 non-refundable deposit.
• Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the start of camp will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

Transfers:

• All fees (including deposits) are transferable with documented notice made more than 14 days prior to the start of camp (from which the transfer is requested).
• Transfers requested less than 14 days prior to the start of the camp (from which the transfer is being requested), will result in a forfeiture of all fees.
• Transfers are not guaranteed and subject to program availability.

Inclusion Request

Walker/Bike Rider Authorization

Medication Drop Off Information & Authorization Form

Asthma Action Plan

Allergy Action Plan

Physical Form (English)

Physical Form (Spanish)

2024 Parent/Guardian Handbook

Code of Conduct

Q: What is your policy on allowing parents to stay and observe camp?
A: Parents’ or guardians’ presence during camp can be distracting for children and staff, so we prefer that they do not stay.

Q: Quick reference for Payments, Refunds and Prorating:
A: Partial Day and Break Camps
Payment in full is due at the time of registration.

Full Day Camps
A $50 non-refundable deposit is due at registration, with the remaining balance due 14 days before camp begins. Failure to pay in full by the deadline may result in removal from camp. A $10 discount applies to each additional child from the same household enrolled in the same full-day camp at the same location. See the Parent/Guardian Handbook under the Camp Documents for details.

Q: Can I purchase an extra camp T-shirt?
A: Each full-day camper receives one T-shirt per summer per registered location, to be worn on field trip days. Ask the camp manager about purchasing additional shirts.​​​​​​​

Q: Can we switch from one camp program/location to another?
A: All fees, including deposits, are transferable with documented notice given more than 14 days before camp begins. Requests made within 14 days forfeit all fees. Transfers are subject to availability and not guaranteed.​​​​​​​

Q: Do I have to sign up for the entire summer or can I choose specific weeks?
A: A full-summer commitment isn’t required—participants may choose the camps or weeks that interest them.​​​​​​​

Q: Do you offer Before and After extended care options? What are the fees?
A: Extended care is available for full-day camps from 7–9 a.m. ($45/week) and 5–6 p.m. ($30/week), or $75/week for both. Registration and payment are due 14 days before camp starts.​​​​​​​

Q: Will campers be going on field trips this summer?
A: Yes! Full-day camps will offer field trips and occasional on-site specialty programs. Details will be shared in the camp newsletter.​​​​​​​

Q: Quick guide to meals at camp
A: We cannot refrigerate or heat lunches. Lunch is typically between 11 a.m.–12 p.m., and meals are not provided unless noted for special events. Full-day campers should bring lunch, two snacks, two drinks, and a water bottle; partial-day campers should bring one snack and a water bottle.​​​​​​​

Q: What about swimming?
A: Swimming is offered at select full-day camps, with details shared in the camp newsletter. All campers must pass a swim test to determine pool access and life vest needs. See the Parent/Guardian Handbook under Camp Documents for more information.

Q: Can we switch from one camp program/location to another?
A: Fees, including deposits, are transferable with written notice given more than 14 days before camp starts. Requests made within 14 days forfeit all fees. Transfers are subject to availability and not guaranteed.

Q: What if my child has a disability?
A: Prince William County Department of Parks and Recreation offers inclusion-based programming. Please find more information on our Inclusion page or contact Veronica Laughman, ADA Coordinator: [email protected]. Complete and submit the Inclusion request form no later than 21 days prior to the start of camp.

Q: If I am not registered for Before Care, how early can I drop my child off?
A: Campers who are not signed up for extended care should be dropped off between 8:45a-9:00a and picked up at 5:00p for Full-Day Camps at no extra cost.

Q: How do you handle inclement weather (heat and rain)?
A: All camp locations have inclement weather policies and emergency plans, with indoor spaces available. Outdoor activities are limited during extreme heat.​​​​​​​

Q: I am wait-listed, what happens now?
A: If a spot opens and your child is eligible, you will receive an email with registration and payment instructions.

Q: Where can I find more information?
A: For more information regarding camp policies and procedures, see the Parent/Guardian Handbook under Camp Documents. Visit our Disability Inclusion page for information regarding our inclusion program.

Prince William County's Department of Parks and Recreation’s Counselor in Training (CIT) program assigns youth volunteers to summer camps at Silver Lake Regional Park (Camp Silver Lake) and Locust Shade Park (Camp Wingapo). Applicants must be at least 14 years old by June 15, 2026.
Camp hours are 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday. Campers are aged 6-12 and participate in activities such as arts and crafts, sports, and more. CITs assist counselors and the camp director with daily activities such as preparing arts and crafts projects, supervising and assisting campers with activities, and serving as a good leader and role model. Volunteering as a CIT is a fun way to gain experience working with children, a sense of responsibility and leadership skills.

What Does it Mean to be a C.I.T.?

A Counselor-In-Training assists the camp counselors with:

• Drop off and pick up supervision
• Planning, preparing, leading, and cleaning up of activities
• Interacting with the children
• Ensures the children’s safety at all times.

A Counselor-In-Training is a(n):

• Valuable volunteer because of the service he/she provides
• Organized volunteer who does his/her job well
• Leader who helps with the program activities
• Understanding friend to the participants
• Needed member of the camp community
• Trustworthy volunteer
• Energetic source of leadership
• Eager worker
• Reliable source of help

As you contribute your time and skills, we hope you will recognize the many benefits that are now available to you.

Through the Counselor-In-Training Program you CAN:

• Gain valuable work experience.
• Make use of your talents and abilities.
• Achieve new skills.
• Secure job references.
• Explore career possibilities.
• Improve communication skills.
• Develop a greater knowledge of working with children.
• Learn to appreciate your own abilities.
• Stimulate new friendships.
• Receive personal satisfaction by helping other people.
• Enlarge your world.

The CIT program is offered in two (2) three-week sessions throughout the summer. If selected, Counselors in Training must attend all camp dates for the session: 

• Session 1 – June 22-26, June 29-July 3, and July 6-10
• Session 2 - July 13-17, July 20-24, and July 27-31.

Individuals interested in participating as a CIT, must complete and submit an application no later than April 3, 2026.
Applicants will be scheduled for an interview (held on April 15). Selection for a CIT position will be based on the application and interview. Spaces are limited for the program, and we are not able to accept every applicant. Applicants will be informed of selection no later than May 1. A maximum of two (2) CITs will be selected for each session at each camp location.

Once selected, applicants will be provided with directions regarding program registration and payment for their session. The registration fee for the CIT program is $240/session. This fee includes the cost of weekly field trips and camp shirts (uniform). Payment is due after participants are selected, at the time of registration.
All CITs must attend a mandatory training session on June 4 along with any site-specific training session to be determined by the camp manager.
For questions regarding the CIT program, please e-mail Ryan Amato, Children’s Program Manager or call (703) 792-4016.

Jane England, Parks & Center Manager
Camp Silver Lake
Silver Lake Regional Park
(703) 792-5650

Christy Mory, Recreation Specialist
Camp Wingapo
Locust Shade Park
(703) 792-8065

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