PEORIA, Ill. — Due to challenges associated with COVID-19, the Peoria Park District has made the decision to cancel all summer camp programming scheduled through July 3.
“We know that kids and families look forward to camp each summer… and we do, too,” says Emily Cahill, Executive Director of the Peoria Park District.
“Our decision came down to our commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of experience for every camper at each of our locations and we just couldn’t find a path that met that promise.”
Peoria Park District staff will issue refunds for cancelled summer camp programs within 7-10 days, beginning Tuesday, May 12.
The park district will evaluate its ability to offer summer day camps beginning on July 6 as health indicators and guidance from experts continues to evolve. A decision on the rest of the District’s summer camp schedule will be made in mid-June.
Plans for park district facilities for the remainder of the summer months are still up in the air.
“Until we have clear direction on how the phases of the “Restore Illinois” plan will roll out, we have not made firm decisions on opening dates for our community recreation centers, for the Riverplex Recreation and Wellness Center, the Peoria Zoo and Luthy Gardens,” Cahill said.
To find current information about Peoria Park District programming and facilities, click HERE.
