SESSION 10

 
A Note from Your Camp Director

Welcome to Session 10—our final week of Summer Day Camp! It's hard to believe how quickly the summer has flown by. Over the past several weeks, we've made new friends, learned new skills, and created countless memories together. As we wrap up an amazing camp season, we're excited to fill this final session with even more laughter, adventure, creativity, and fun. Let's celebrate all we've accomplished and make this last week our best one yet!

 

 If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Gina Smak, Senior Camp Director or Kyle Kuffel, Senior Camp Assistant Director at (815) 355-6558 or email gsmak@crystallakeparks.org.


Camp Drop-off/Pickup Procedures:

We ask that you please pull up in an orderly fashion. Please follow the signs for Senior Camp and pull into that lane. When you drop off/pick up you will stay in your car. A counselor will come up to you and have you sign your child in/out.


When pulling into the parking lot at Main Beach to drop off campers, the left lane is for Pee Wee and Mini Camp. The right lane is for Junior and Senior Camps.


Calendars, weekly newsletters and Maps as well as other information regarding Camp and ET Camp can be found on our website crystallakeparks.org. You would click on "Summer Camp" on the top right tab and then scroll down to click on your camp.

  • Camp begins at 9 am and ends at 3:30 pm.
  • Drop off will always be Main Beach and campers may be dropped off between 8:30-8:50 am, unless signed up for AM ET Camp.
  • Pick up sites vary daily. Please read the newsletter carefully.
  • ET Camp (815) 355-6527 is held at the Rotary Building daily.
  • Call or text (815) 355-6558 if your camper will be absent.
  • Please remember to send your child with a lunch & drink or money to purchase one daily. If your child does not bring a lunch or money to purchase one, we will call you to bring one. Lunch is $7 at the concession stand
  • No peanut butter/peanut products.
  • Drop-off at Main Beach in the parking lot at the flower pot next to the traffic light.
  • Please remember to notify the camp counselor if your child will be picked up early or is going to be absent from camp.
  • Any medication must be brought to camp with the appropriate paper work and in it's original container.
  • Send in labeled gym shoes, sunscreen, bug spray and water bottle everyday!
  • Send labeled swimsuit and a change of clothes daily.
  • No electronics or toys are allowed at camp.
  • ANY MEDICATION (including over the counter) must be brought to camp with the appropriate paperwork, signed by the Doctor, and in its original container. NO medication can be brought in backpacks or lunch boxes. It must be handed to a staff member. Medication forms can be printed from you Epact profile. Once you enter that the medication will be taken at camp, a form will appear. Scroll down to the bottom and print it to get signed by the doctor.

REMINDER:

Online EXTENDED TIME (ET) registration for the 2026-2027 school year will end on August 15 at 5 pm. If registering in-person after August 15, you will not be able to attend ET until the week of August 24.


Spots are still available for BARLINA HOUSE PRESCHOOL!!! We accept registration year-round, space permitting.



MON AUG 3

Drop-off Main Beach between 8:30-8:50 am

Pick-up Rotary 3:30 pm


  • Boating
  • Gaga Ball
  • Safety rules
  • Swimming & sand play
  • If your child is new to camp then they will receive a camp t-shirt
  • Bring a lunch & drink or $ to purchase one from concessions


TUE AUG 4

Drop-off Main Beach between 8:30-8:50 am

Pick-up Rotary 3:30 pm


  • Tennis Baseball
  • Hiking
  • Gaga Ball
  • Bring a disposable lunch & drink or $ to purchase one from concessions


WED AUG 5

Drop-off Main Beach between 8:30-8:50 am

Pick-up Rotary 3:30 pm


  • Water Balloons/Slip N'Slide
  • Swimming
  • Hike
  • Tennis Baseball
  • Bring a lunch & drink or $ to purchase one from concessions


THU AUG 6

Drop-off Main Beach between 8:30-8:50 am

Pick-up Main Beach 3:30 pm


  • Trip to the Movie Theatre in Carpentersville
  • Wear camp shirt
  • Wear a tie to "tie up the end of summer camp"
  • All campers will receive popcorn, fruit snacks & a drink at the movies
  • Bring a lunch & drink or $ to purchase one at concessions
  • Half-day trip so bring swim gear to return to the beach
  • Pick-up Main Beach 3:30 pm


FRI AUG 7

Drop-off Main Beach between 8:30-8:50 am

Pick-up Main Beach 3:30 pm


  • All Day Beach Day & Last Day of Camp!!
  • All campers will receive a treat from the Kona Ice Truck
  • Please bring a lunch & drink from home or $ to purchase one from concessions
  • Tie-dying (please send in a white item ex: socks, shirt, pillowcase) if your camper would like to participate
  • Fishing/swimming/sand play/playground
  • Pick-up Main Beach 3:30 pm


Important Addresses
 
Main Beach
300 Lakeshore Dr., Crystal Lake
 
Rotary Building
431 Walkup Rd., Crystal Lake
815.355.6558 (Sr Camp)
815.355.6527 (Extended Camp)

Nature Center
330 N Main St, Crystal Lake

Please click the link below to fill out our camp evaluation and get the chance to win a $25 Park District Gift Card!

FREE! MOVIE IN THE PARK

FRI AUG 14 @ 6:30 PM

Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, CL

Grab a blanket or lawn chairs and join us for a fun night under the stars! Activities will keep you busy until the movie starts at dusk. Kissed by Fire and My Funnel Truck will be on hand to feed your hungry crowd.


Baskin Robbins Crystal Lake is hosting the annual Ice Cream Eating contest for kids ages 6-11. Contest is free but pre-reg required.

Location: Colonel Palmer House, 660 E. Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake

Free, all age, family fun

Drop in 10 am-2 pm

Featuring:

  • Historic Culinary
  • Old Time Gardening
  • Games & Crafts
  • Live Music


FREE! MONARCHS AND MUSIC

SUN AUG 16, 12:30-4:30 PM

Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive, CL

FREE BEACH DAY!

Explore the Monarch Fair featuring pollinators and displays from local organizations. It’s a celebration of nature and summer fun for the whole family! Music provided by Encore Music Academy. Monarch Fair presented by the Monarch Coalition Committee.

FRI OCT 2, 5-9 PM

Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Drive

We are bringing the Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus, to Crystal Lake! Join us for a spellbinding, family-friendly outdoor movie at the beach. Grab your blankets, dress up as your favorite Sanderson sister, and enjoy a night of food trucks, games, costume contest, crafts, and more! It’s not just a bunch of Hocus Pocus!

Ages 3 and Under: Free; Ages 4-12: $7; Ages 13 & Up: $10. Tickets at door are $5 more per person.

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