Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal)
A traditional summer day camp offering a variety of recreational activities, games, and crafts for children.
▌ Editor's read The Fort Worth Parks and Recreation Camp Fort Worth website loads successfully, detailing a summer day camp program for children aged 5-13 at multiple community centers across Fort Worth. The program runs from June 10 to August 9, 2024, with hours from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The cost is notably low at $56.88 per week. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified, indicating a commitment to safety. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Fort Worth Parks and Recreation' generally show a 4.3-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about park facilities and programs, though specific camp reviews are not easily isolated. Social media handles found are @fortworthparks on Instagram and FortWorthParks on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 5–13
Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–13
- Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Address: Molly Deal Community Center, 3138 Bigham Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76116
- Phone: 817-392-7690
- Cost notes: Molly Deal costs $455 for all 8 weeks of camp (one week free). A $65 down payment is required, and payment plans must be completed by May 31, 2026.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal)
- What ages does Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) accept?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) is open to children ages 5–13. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) cost?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) publishes $100/week for the standard session. Molly Deal costs $455 for all 8 weeks of camp (one week free). A $65 down payment is required, and payment plans must be completed by May 31, 2026. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal)'s hours?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) runs 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal)?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) provide lunch?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) compare to other traditional day camp camps in Fort Worth?
- Fort Worth Parks and Recreation - Camp Fort Worth (Molly Deal) is one of 7 traditional day camp camps in Fort Worth that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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