Summer Youth Camps

Session 1: June 2-6 - General Camp (half-day)

Get ready for an action-packed day at our half-day summer camp, where campers can enjoy a variety of exciting activities! From sports and outdoor adventure challenges to aquatics and fitness games, every camper will experience something new and fun each day. Our camp focuses on building teamwork, confidence, and a love for staying active, all while having a blast in a safe and supportive environment. Whether they’re splashing in the pool, scaling a rock wall, or playing team sports, your child will make unforgettable memories and friends this summer!

Session 2: June 9-13 - Olympics Themed (full-day*)

*Campers must bring a packed lunch with them. Campus Recreation will not be providing lunch.

Join us for an exciting full-day summer camp with an Olympics theme, where campers will compete in a variety of fun and friendly athletic events. From relay races to obstacle courses, campers will build teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence while having a blast in a safe and supportive environment. Each camper will have the opportunity to earn "gold medals" in different events, making new friends and creating lasting memories. The week will cap off with a "medal ceremony" where all parents and guardians will be invited to share in the week's victories. Whether they're running, jumping, or throwing, every camper will have a chance to shine in this action-packed day of summer fun!

Session 3: June 16-20 - Adventure & Aquatics Themed (half-day)

Dive into adventure with our half-day Adventure and Aquatics-themed summer camp! Campers will enjoy a variety of exciting aquatic activities, including swimming, water games, and fun challenges in the pool, as well as thrilling outdoor adventure events like hiking, climbing the rock wall, and team-building games. With a focus on building confidence, teamwork, and a love for the outdoors, this camp offers the perfect mix of water fun and outdoor exploration. Get ready for an unforgettable week of splashing, adventuring, and making lasting memories!

Session 4: June 23-27 - General Camp (half-day)

Get ready for an action-packed day at our half-day summer camp, where campers can enjoy a variety of exciting activities! From sports and outdoor adventure challenges to aquatics and fitness games, every camper will experience something new and fun each day. Our camp focuses on building teamwork, confidence, and a love for staying active, all while having a blast in a safe and supportive environment. Whether they’re splashing in the pool, scaling a rock wall, or playing team sports, your child will make unforgettable memories and friends this summer!

Registration for summer 2025 is now open!

Registration for each session ends the Wednesday before that session is scheduled to begin. Campers registered by 5 p.m. on May 9 will be guaranteed their preferred shirt size. Campers registered after that time will be provided a camp shirt, but we cannot guarantee sizing.

Pricing 

Early-Bird Price (Before May 1):

• $150/camper - half day camp
• $350/camper - full day camp

Regular Price (Starting May 1):

• $200/camper - half day camp
• $400/camper - full day camp

Registration Process 

1. Submit a Registration Packet
   • One packet should be submitted for each camper.
   • Please allow 2-3 business days for confirmation that your packet has been received after submission.
2. After the registration packet has been received/reviewed you will receive a payment link to complete your registration.
   • Registration spots will be reserved on a first-come first-serve basis to those that complete both payment and the registration packet. 

Refund Policy 

All refund requests should be submitted via email to campusreccamps@olemiss.edu.

If canceled ten (10) days prior to the start of a session – 50% of registration fee will be refunded. 

• Session 1: 50% refund deadline is May 23, 2025 @ 5 p.m. 
• Session 2: 50% refund deadline is May 30, 2025 @ 5 p.m. 
• Session 3: 50% refund deadline is June 6, 2025 @ 5 p.m.
• Session 4: 50% refund deadline is June 13, 2025 @ 5 p.m.

If canceled nine (9) or less days prior to first day of the session start date – no refund will be given. 

• No refund will be given after May 23, 2025 @ 5:01 p.m. for Session 1. 
• No refund will be given after May 30, 2025 @ 5:01 p.m. for Session 2.
• No refunds will be given after June 6, 2025 @ 5:01 p.m. for Session 3.
• No refunds will be given after June 13, 2025 @ 5:01 p.m. for Session 4.

All campers receive one (1) Summer Youth Camps t-shirt included with registration. Additional t-shirts can be purchased for $15 each. Upon receiving their shirt, campers may choose to wear their shirt to any day of camp.

Daily Camp Schedule

Half-Day Camp

• 7:30-8 a.m.: Drop-Off
• 8 a.m.-Noon: Camp Activities
• Noon-12:30 p.m.: Pick-Up

Full-Day Camp

• 7:30-8 a.m.: Drop-Off
• 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Camp Activities
  • Campers must bring a packed lunch with them. Campus Recreation will not be providing lunch.
• 5-5:30 p.m.: Pick-Up

Activities

All activities are subject to change pending inclement weather and other factors such as staffing or facility availability. Campers will be split into 2 different age groups, 6-9 years old or 9-12 years old, in order to provide age-appropriate instruction and activity opportunities. Parents/guardians registering a camper that is nine (9) years old will have the opportunity to self-select which age group would best suit their camper’s needs.

General activities offered may include:

• Indoor Climbing
• Nature Trail Walk
• Group Fitness
• Swimming
• Indoor/Outdoor Soccer
• Kickball
• Basketball
• Wiffleball
• Yard Games
• Sand Volleyball
• Team building

Adventure & Aquatic theme weeks may include:

• Pool Kayaking
• Innertube Water Polo
• Outdoor Educational Activities

Camp activities will take place at the locations listed below. Drop-off and pick-up will occur at the same location, unless otherwise noted, for a given day. Camp locations will change throughout the week but will be clearly communicated to all parents/guardians in advance.

No transportation of campers in vehicles will occur for half-day sessions unless inclement weather or an emergency requires transportation by camp staff. All activities for a given day will remain at one (1) location for half-day sessions. Camp activities may be at multiple locations for the full-day session. 

South Campus Recreation Center

980 Whirlpool Drive, Oxford, MS 38655

Thomas N. Turner Center

642 All American Drive, University, MS 38677

Blackburn-McMurray Outdoor Sports Complex

Insight Park Ave, University, MS 38677