Camps
Looking for unforgettable experiences for your child during school breaks and summer? Fishers Camps offer action-packed fun, creative exploration, and new friendships all year long! Whether it’s Fall Break, Winter Break, Spring Break, or the sun-soaked days of Summer, our camps are designed to keep kids active, engaged, and smiling from drop-off to pick up.
From themed activities and outdoor adventures to hands-on crafts and team games, every day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and play in a safe, inclusive environment. With locations across Fishers, including the Fishers Community Center, Hamilton Southeastern Schools, and local parks—there’s a camp for every interest and every season. Join the fun. Make memories. Discover something new—every break, every season!
Registration
Camp registration for 2026 will use the same registration platform previously used by Fishers Parks. Returning campers can log in using their existing account. When registering for 2026 camps, a prompt will appear that says “Share My Account.” Simply select “Accept” to continue with registration. New campers will need to create an account if they have not used the platform before.
Prepare for the First Day of Camp
Before the first day of camp, please take a moment to review the documents linked below.
FISHERS FALL BREAK CAMP
Dates: October 19-23, 2026
Times: 8:30 AM-5:30 PM
Ages: 5-12
Location: Fishers AgriPark, Strengthened by IU Health
11171 Florida Road, Fishers, IN 46037
Price: $294 for Full Week | Day Rate: $78
Choose the full week or attend just the days that work for you!
Fishers residents get 30% off!
At Fishers Fall Break Camp, campers will have a chance to slow down and enjoy everything that makes fall special.
Throughout the week, campers will spend time outside building birdhouses, decorating flower pots, and planting seasonal flowers that bring color to the cooler days ahead. We’ll explore the changing landscape, notice the crisp air and bright leaves, and enjoy simple hands-on projects that connect campers to nature.
It’s a warm, relaxed Fall Break experience where campers can create, explore, and enjoy the beauty of autumn with friends.
Registration opens August 24, 2026
Other Fishers Camps
FISHERS ART CENTER CAMPS
Fishers Art Center offers creative, week-long camps designed to inspire your young artist. Half-day and full-day camps are available for ages 4 to 18.
CAMPS FAQ’S
– Half Day Camps: 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
– Full Day Camps: 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
To help your child have a fun and successful day at camp, please make sure they bring the following items each day:
– Reusable water bottle (labeled with their name)
– Shelf stable lunch and snacks
– Sunscreen (applied before camp and packed for reapplication) (Weather permitting)
– Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
– Closed-toe shoes (no sandals or flip-flops)
– Backpack to carry their belongings
– Extra set of clothes
Please label all items with your child’s name. We recommend leaving valuables and electronics at home.
Fishers Camps do not provide meals or snacks, so we ask that you pack the following for your child each day:
– Shelf-stable lunch
– Two snacks (one for the morning and one for the afternoon)
– A reusable water bottle (labeled with your child’s name)
We strongly encourage campers to leave all electronics at home, including cell phones, tablets, gaming devices, and smartwatches. Camp is a time to unplug, explore, and connect with others through hands-on activities and outdoor play.
Campers should come dressed for active play and outdoor fun! Each day, please make sure your child wears:
– Their Fishers Camp shirt (required daily)
– Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing
– Closed-toe shoes (like sneakers) for safety during games and activities
– Clothes that can get messy — we’ll be painting, crafting, and exploring!
– A hat or sunglasses for sunny days (optional but encouraged)
– Layers on cooler mornings, especially in spring or fall
Please label all clothing and personal items with your child’s name.
Yes! All City of Fishers camp staff are certified in CPR and First Aid. Safety is our top priority, and our team is trained to respond quickly and effectively in the event of an emergency.
Campers are grouped by age to ensure they’re participating in activities that are safe, fun, and developmentally appropriate. Groupings may vary slightly depending on enrollment, but typically follow this structure:
– Ages 5–6
– Ages 7–9
– Ages 10–12
Families can submit a buddy request through the City of Fishers Camp Change Request Form. This form is also used for other updates like canceling a week of camp or requesting a transfer. Just fill out the form, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request! City of Fishers Camp Change Request Form
City of Fishers Camps follow the American Camp Association (ACA) guidelines for camper-to-staff ratios to ensure a safe and supportive environment for all campers. Our typical ratios are:
_ 1 staff for every 5 campers (ages 3-4)
– 1 staff for every 6 campers (ages 5-6)
– 1 staff for every 8 campers (ages 7–8)
– 1 staff for every 10 campers (ages 9–14)
These ratios help us provide personalized attention, maintain safety, and create meaningful connections between campers and staff.
– A $20 non-refundable deposit is required per child, per week at the time of registration
– The remaining balance will be automatically drafted the Saturday before the upcoming week of
camp.
– Payment must be received in full prior to the start of each camp week
– If an automatic payment fails by the designated deadline, the registration will be canceled, the
deposit will be forfeited, and the spot will be opened to another child
– Deposits are non-transferable and may not be applied to a different week of camp
Week of Camp | Payment Due Date:
Week 1: June 1–5 | Saturday, May 30
Week 2: June 8–12 | Saturday, June 6
Week 3: June 15–19 | Saturday, June 13
Week 4: June 22–26 | Saturday, June 20
Week 5: June 29–July 3 | Saturday, June 27
Week 6: July 6–10 | Saturday, July 4
Week 7: July 13–17 | Saturday, July 11
Week 8: July 20–24 | Saturday, July 18
Week 9: July 27–31 | Saturday, July 25
We understand that plans can change! If you need to switch camp weeks, change locations, or request that your child be grouped with a friend, you can submit these updates through the City of Fishers Camp Change Request Form
This form can be used to:
– Cancel a week of camp
– Request a transfer
– Submit a buddy request
Please note:
– All change requests are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
– Submitting the form does not confirm the change; a member of our camp team will follow up to confirm availability and next steps.
– Requests submitted on or before May 18 will be reviewed within 1 week. Requests submitted after May 18 will be reviewed within 72 hours.
– Verbal requests or requests made via email, phone, or in person will not be accepted.
If you are placed on the waitlist, we will monitor registration closely. When a spot becomes available, you will receive an email with instructions to claim your spot. You will have 24 hours to confirm your registration before the spot is offered to the next person on the list.
At Fishers Camps, we prioritize camper safety, privacy, and comfort during all restroom visits.
– Campers are always allowed to use the restroom when needed—access is never denied.
– Campers are supervised appropriately, following a strict “groups of three or more” policy during transitions to and from the restroom for safety and accountability.
– Staff are trained to respect each child’s independence while providing necessary supervision and support.
– For Preschool Camp, all campers must be fully potty trained to attend. Staff are not permitted to assist with toileting or diapering.
– If your child has specific restroom needs or accommodations, please contact the Camp Manager so we can provide the best support possible.
Field trips are a fun and enriching part of camp! Transportation is provided by First Student Transportation, and camp staff ride along to maintain our usual staff-to-camper ratios. Details, permission slips, and any required waivers will be shared in the weekly camp newsletter sent one week before your child’s session. Campers must follow all safety rules during trips.
Summer camp means fun in the sun—and plenty of chances to cool off! Campers will enjoy Water Play Days and Swimming Days throughout the season.
– Half Day Camps: Water Play Days will be announced in our Weekly Newsletter.
– Full Day Camps: Swimming Days will also be shared in the Weekly Newsletter.
– Enrichment Camps: Campers enrolled in Enrichment programs will not participate in swimming, but they’ll still enjoy Water Play activities.
Safety is always our top priority. If severe weather or extreme heat occurs, we adjust camp activities to keep campers safe and comfortable. Here’s what you can expect:
– Indoor Activities: Campers will move indoors for games, crafts, and enrichment activities until conditions improve.
– Modified Outdoor Time: If heat is high but safe, outdoor activities will be shortened, and extra water breaks will be added.
– Communication: Any major schedule changes will be shared with families through our Weekly Newsletter or direct communication.
– Swimming & Water Play: These may be rescheduled or replaced with indoor alternatives if conditions are unsafe.
Our goal is to ensure campers stay safe, hydrated, and engaged—rain or shine!
The following is required in order for campers to bring and take their medications at camp:
– Complete and sign a Medication Permission Log before any medication can be given
– Send medications in original containers, labeled with your child’s name
– Prescription meds will be stored securely; emergency meds (like EpiPens or inhalers) stay with staff. Older campers may self-carry emergency meds with written permission
– Staff cannot give first doses or provide OTC medications
– Parents may send OTC medications for their child’s use with a signed permission log
– If your child develops a fever, you will be contacted to pick them up
– Disclose allergies and medical conditions during registration and provide any action plans to the Camp Manager
– For special medical needs, contact the Camp Manager to set up an individual care plan
Each campsite will have a dedicated camp phone located on-site. These phone numbers will be shared in the camp newsletter you’ll receive before your child’s first day of camp.
For general questions before camp begins, feel free to contact Kiersten Sipes, Camp Manager Email: sipesk@fishersin.gov
We want you to feel informed and connected throughout your child’s camp experience! Here’s what you can expect:
Before Camp Starts:
A welcome newsletter will be emailed the week before your child’s first day. It will include:
– Camp location details
– Drop-off and pick-up procedures
– What to bring
– Campsite phone number
– Staff introductions
– Weekly themes or special events
During Camp:
– Weekly newsletters with updates, reminders, and highlights from the week
– Direct communication from the Camp Manager or Head Counselor if needed (e.g., behavior updates, illness, or emergencies)
– Photos or updates via email or app (if applicable)
16 years old
16 years old
Our Half Day Sports Camp is guided by enthusiastic camp counselors who bring experience and a passion for active play. For Full Day Sports Camp, campers will enjoy instruction from the skilled sports coordinators at the Fishers Community Center, ensuring a fun and engaging experience.
Campers must be of age by the start of the activity.
Here is the Full Day Camp schedule:
6:30 AM: Camp opens
7:30 AM: Extended care activities
8:30 AM: Extended care activities
9:30 AM: SPARK session and morning snack
10:30 AM: Planned activities
11:30 AM: Planned activities
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Planned activities
2:00 PM: Planned activities
3:00 PM: SPARK session and afternoon snack
4:00 PM: Clubs
5:00 PM: Extended care activities
6:00 PM: All campers must be picked up by 6:00 PM
*Swimming days will be communicated in the Weekly Newsletter
No additional fee
No, there are no partial weeks of camp.
Here is our Cancellation Policy:
School Break Camps:
100% refund if canceled 13 or more days before the start of the activity
100% credit if canceled 1–12 days before the start of the activity
50% credit if canceled within 7 days after the activity has started if you have not attended camp at all
Summer Camp:
100% refund (minus the $20 non-refundable deposit per week) if canceled 13 or more days before the start of the activity
100% credit (minus the $20 non-refundable deposit per week) if canceled 1–12 days before the start of the activity
50% credit (minus the $20 non-refundable deposit per week) if canceled within 7 days after the activity has started if your camper has not attended camp
Credits are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Every day, campers are dropped off and picked up at the camp location. We will transport campers to and from their enrichment camps each day.
Our enrichment camps are a variety of staff lead, vendor lead, or traveling to another location.
All enrichment camps are a variety of guided/organized play or free play. More details will be announced in the weekly newsletters.
Field trips and special events are a fun and enriching part of the Fishers Camps experience! These outings are designed to enhance learning, build friendships, and create lasting memories.
Transportation:
-All field trip transportation is provided by First Student Transportation, a trusted and professional bus company
-We are committed to providing the highest level of supervision during all field trips and enrichment camp experiences. All camp staff ride the bus with campers, and we maintain the same high staff-to-camper ratios on field trips as we do during regular camp activities—ensuring your child is safe, supported, and engaged at all times
-Campers are expected to follow all safety rules while riding the bus, including staying seated, using quiet voices, and listening to staff instructions
We maintain required staff-to-camper ratios from the moment campers are dropped off until the moment they are picked up.
Our enrichment camps are carefully planned with the vendors of the locations to ensure that there is a difference between the programs.
If you need to pick up your child early, you’re welcome to do so at the host site. We’ll make sure the process is smooth and easy for you. Beyond that, we’ll be capturing photos and sharing updates so you can see all the fun your camper is having!
Yes! Campers will have the chance to enjoy the aquatics facility at the Fishers Community Center during their camp week. Swimming days are scheduled and fully supervised by trained camp staff and certified lifeguards. We maintain a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio in the water for added safety. Lifejackets are available for all campers, and those who wish to swim without one will need to pass a swim test first.
We’re excited to give campers time to enjoy the indoor playground at the Fishers Community Center! Our team is working to secure dedicated times just for camp kids, so they can play safely and freely. Details will be shared in your weekly camp newsletter as soon as schedules are finalized.
Yes! Camper safety and privacy are our top priorities. When using the universal locker rooms at the Fishers Community Center, campers will always be supervised by trained staff to ensure a safe and respectful environment. We follow clear guidelines to maintain comfort and security for every child.
No, campers won’t need money for food purchases. Please send your child with a shelf-stable lunch, two snacks, and a refillable water bottle each day to keep them fueled and hydrated for all the fun activities.
QUESTIONS?
For any questions or concerns, please reach out to:
Kiersten Sipes, Camp Manager
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