Camp McLean

Our dynamic Camp McLean program provides a wide array of experiences and fun for your children. Children ages 3 to 10 can enjoy trips and performances, explore the world of fitness, make friends, have fun and much, much more! During each two-week session, our highly trained staff will lead campers on some unforgettable adventures and provide enrichment opportunities from crafts to music to just plain summer fun! Camp will be held at Chesterbrook Elementary School, 1753 Kirby Rd, McLean, Va. 22101.

Session 1: June 24-July 3 (Closed July 4 and 5)
Session 2: July 8-July 19
Session 3: July 22-August 2

Rookies

For 3- and 4-year olds

Camp participants must be toilet-trained and must have turned 3 years old by May 31, 2024.

Each session includes one in-house entertainment event and one-to-two days of water play per week. Campers will participate in arts and crafts, outdoor play, story time, singing, dancing, small group games and more. Campers always remain onsite.

Session 1

$425/$375 MCC district residents
8001.124         M-F, 6/24-7/3*         9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
*Closed July 4 and 5

Session 2

$450/$400 MCC district residents
8002.124         M-F, 7/8-7/19         9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Session 3

$450/$400 MCC district residents
8003.124         M-F, 7/22-8/2         9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

 

All-Stars

For 5- and 6-year olds

Camp participants must have turned 5 years old by May 31, 2024.

Each session includes two pool trips, one in-house entertainment event and one field trip. Each session, campers participate in specialist-planned activities.

Session 1

$550/$500 MCC district residents
8004.124         M-F, 6/24-7/3*         9 a.m.-4 p.m.
*Closed July 4 and 5

Session 2

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8005.124         M-F, 7/8-7/19         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 3

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8006.124         M-F, 7/22-8/2         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

 

Superstars

For 7- and 8-year olds

Camp participants must have turned 7 years old by May 31, 2024.

Each session includes two pool trips, one in-house entertainment event and one field trip. Each session, campers participate in specialist-planned activities.

Session 1

$550/$500 MCC district residents
8007.124         M-F, 6/24-7/3*         9 a.m.-4 p.m.
*Closed July 4 and 5

Session 2

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8008.124         M-F, 7/8-7/19         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 3

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8009.124         M-F, 7/22-8/2         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

 

Hall of Famers

For 9- and 10-year olds

Camp participants must have turned 9 years old by May 31, 2024.

Each session includes two pool trips and two field trips. Campers will participate in specialist-planned activities.

Session 1

$550/$500 MCC district residents
8010.124         M-F, 6/24-7/3*         9 a.m.-4 p.m.
*Closed July 4 and 5

Session 2

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8011.124         M-F, 7/8-7/19         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Session 3

$575/$525 MCC district residents
8012.124         M-F, 7/22-8/2         9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Camp McLean Refund Policy

All withdrawals, refunds and cancellation requests MUST be submitted in writing to refunds@mcleancenter.org.

The center will issue a full refund when a camp program is canceled by the center.

Patrons who submit requests to withdraw and/or cancel a camp registration before Friday, April 5, 2024, will be granted a full refund.

Patrons who submit requests to withdraw and/or cancel a camp registration after Friday, April 5, 2024, but MORE THAN 21 days ahead of the camp start date will receive a full refund less a 20% administrative fee.

Patrons who submit requests to withdraw and/or cancel a camp registration LESS THAN 21 days ahead of the camp start date will only be granted a refund if the spot left vacant is filled. The patron will then receive a full refund less a 20% administrative fee.

Additional Requirements

Camper Forms

Camper forms MUST be submitted one month prior to the start of camp. This gives parents time to compete any missing or otherwise incomplete forms prior to camp.

Please Note: All forms must be complete and on hand at camp before your child is admitted to camp. No exceptions will be made.

Camper Forms Include:
Forms will be available on the Camp McLean webpage.

  • Camper Information Packet
  • A current and completed Certification of Immunization
  • A commonwealth of Virginia School Entrance Physical Examination Form signed by a physician. A copy of the form is acceptable. Any camper under the age of six years old must submit a Physical Examination form that is dated after August 4, 2023.
  • In accordance with Virginia law, camp management is required to witness a document with proof of your child’s age. You must bring one of the following items in when you submit paperwork for your child for camp. Please Note: Original documents must be presented to OFC staff for verification. Copies cannot be accepted.
    1. A certified copy of his or her birth certificate.
    2. A U.S. Passport or State Department-Issued Documentation.
    3. A Virginia-based school report card.

You may drop the completed forms off to:
The Old Firehouse Center
1440 Chain Bridge Road
McLean, Virginia 22101

Parent Handbook

The Camp McLean Parent Handbook contains important information about Camp McLean, its policies and the campers' Code of Conduct. Please read it.

How to Register

Registration begins on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Spaces fill quickly, so please register as soon as possible to ensure your space.

Be first in line, register online! Online registration starts at midnight. Go to mcleancenter.org and click on the green "Register" button or click the seven-digit activity code associated with the activity you seek. You may also register over the phone or in person at the McLean Community Center (703-790-0123) or the Old Firehouse (703-448-8336).

Camp McLean registrations and camper forms will not be accepted prior to Monday, Feb. 5, 2024.

For additional information, please email: oldfirehouse@mcleancenter.org.

Date

Monday, June 24 - Friday, August 2

Time

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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