WACO, Texas — The City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department will not have its traditional Summer Day Camps at the Bledsoe-Miller, Dewey and South Waco community centers and Camp Cameron will not take place due to COVID-19 and public safety concerns.
This decision was made to try and protect the safety of the potential attendees and the staff for the camps, according to the city.
Staff members are exploring alternative camp experiences such as virtual recreation activities and mobile recreation camps that could fill this community need. A listing of other summer camps around Waco will be posted in the City of Waco website.
The Team Waco youth summer track program has been canceled for this year. Virtual workouts and training clinics will be created to keep kids active and social media will be used to share resources.
Depending on public health conditions and guidance from the Governor’s Office and the Center for Disease Control, some sports clinics, leagues and tournaments may be permitted later in the summer, according to the city.
To date, all the City of Waco’s sports programs, leagues and tournaments have been suspended. However, as part of the phased re-opening plan, a variety of park amenities are scheduled to reopen May 18. This includes playgrounds, restrooms, water fountains, horseshoe pits, basketball goals, skate park and outdoor fitness equipment.
Sports fields that are used for practices will reopen May 18. A list of recommendations for conducting sports practices will be posted on the City of Waco website.
McLennan Community College’s Continuing Education department also canceled the majority of its annual Kids College summer camps in an effort to keep the campers, instructors, and the community safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Some camps that are offered independently through business and community partner organizations will continue at their off-campus locations. Participants registered for the camps will be notified. Additionally, a small number of camps will be offered virtually.
For more information, contact MCC’s Continuing Education department at 254-299-8888 or cereg@mclennan.edu.
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