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Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center

Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center · $159/week

A traditional day camp offering a variety of activities for children at the Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center.

▌ Editor's read The Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center website loads successfully and provides information on various summer camps, including Camp Connections. This is a day camp for children aged 5-12, offering activities like games, sports, arts and crafts, and swimming. The camp is operated by the City of Plano Parks and Recreation Department, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not explicitly stated, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Plano Parks and Recreation' generally show a rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about facilities and programs, though specific reviews for 'Camp Connections' are not easily isolated. Social media handles found are @planoparksandrec on Instagram and PlanoParksAndRecreation on Facebook.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center 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

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 5801 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75093
  • Phone: 972-769-4404

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center

What ages does Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center accept?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center cost?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center publishes $159/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center's hours?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center runs 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center 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 Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center provide lunch?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center 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 Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center compare to other traditional day camp camps in Plano?
Plano Parks and Recreation Camp Connections at Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center is one of 5 traditional day camp camps in Plano 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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