FAQ
Children must be 6-12 years old for camp and have completed the first year of elementary school
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What are the dates for camp? |
Camp dates: TBD for 2024 |
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What are the hours? |
Camp runs from 7:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m., Monday through Friday. |
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How much does it cost? |
Rates are determined each camp year 2023 Camp Rates- $250 per week |
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What about food and extra expenses? |
The weekly fee includes two snacks and a lunch. A sack lunch is provided on field trip day Venue and activity fees are included in the camp cost FunQuest T-shirts are included in camp cost |
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Where is camp located? |
Camp is located in Taylor Hall, which is adjacent to Bemis Hall, 920 N. Cascade Avenue (see Taylor Hall on campus map). |
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What do children do at camp? |
Some activities are already scheduled for campers, such as field trips (every other Wednesday). Other activities are always available for campers such as Legos and blocks, art activities, games and books. Each Monday, campers sign up for the club they wish to participate in for that week, which makes up the structured portion of the mornings (9:00-11:30 a.m.) We offer a wide range of experiences that may include sports and active games, and various art and science activities. On Friday afternoons, we offer a G-rated movie |
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What kinds of field trips are there? |
Every other Wednesday is field trip day. Destinations may include the El Paso County Fair, Buell Children's Museum in Pueblo, bowling, roller skating, and more. The schedule is usually ready in April or May and will be posted on the website around that time. FunQuest pays for all field trips and children are not allowed to bring money for gift shops, etc. |
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Who staffs FunQuest? |
FunQuest is staffed by a Program Director, Assistant Coordinator, Program Leaders and Program Aides. |
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How do I register? |
pre-registration link will be found here when dates are released |
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Is registration competitive? |
Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. We have a capacity for 45 children. |
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Is there a cancellation penalty? |
We require a written cancellation notice two weeks in advance. |