Hidden Cove Day Camp will be held at Robert Crown Memorial State Beach Park and will emphasize nature and the outdoors, and of course...FUN! Explore and enjoy the exciting adventures of the outdoors with hiking, archery, camp skills, games, and nature crafts. This program is open to those who have completed TK through 1st Grades as of Summer 2026. Ages are calculated in the system to reflect school enrollment guidelines.
Each camper will get his/her very own commemorative t-shirt to celebrate our 73rd year of Day Camp in Alameda! Full payment is required at time of registration.
Pre-registration is required for our Day Camp Program. A $20 Administrative Fee will be added for any changes made after your original registration. If you register over the weekend for that week's session, please bring your receipt to your program site on Monday site.
Fax completed form with American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA to 510-523-4071
Please Note: Please provide details regarding your child's medical needs and/or any physical, emotional or developmental disabilities they may have. Safety is of the utmost importance for all ARPD participants. Providing ARPD with this information is necessary so that we may determine if and how we can safely support your child. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis with a Program Supervisor.
CLOTHING:
Your camper should dress warmly each day - long pants, short-sleeve shirt, sturdy closed-toe shoes, socks and jacket. Hats or visors highly suggested.
PLEASE LABEL ALL CLOTHING
NO SANDALS - The rocks along the beach can cause scrapes and bruises if child falls.
SUNSCREEN:
Apply sunscreen on your child before he/she attends camp. Be sure your child brings sunscreen to camp each day. Staff will periodically remind campers to reapply their sunscreen.
LUNCH:
Please send your child with a packed lunch and water bottle daily unless notified otherwise. Put in a heavy bag or day pack and identify it with camper's name.
MATERIALS:
Do not send along any camp equipment such as: axes, knives, etc. No electronics or games at Day Camp. Day packs and compasses are ok. ARPD is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items.
INCLEMENT WEATHER:
Camp will meet rain or shine. In case of rain, provide rain gear.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION:
If is strongly recommended that each camper have a physical examination. A tetanus or booster shot is also recommended. Consult your family physician. It is best to have your camper shower immediately upon arriving home, particularly because of the poison oak. Be sure camper gets sufficient rest each night to be ready for camp.
Hidden Cove will be held at Robert Crown Memorial State Beach Park in Alameda.
Families will be sent a letter and instructions via email for parking a few days prior to the start of camp. Be sure you include your current email address(es) when registering your camper.
All parents/guardians need to check their camper in and out of Hidden Cove with the Camp Leader daily. The check in area is located on the grass field adjacent to the parking lot at the Otis Drive/Westline Drive entrance to Robert Crown Memorial State Beach Park. DO NOT BE LATE AS WE HAVE A BUSY DAY SCHEDULED FOR OUR CAMPERS.
Please do not be late picking up your child from Hidden Cove at the end of the camp day. There is a $1 per minute late fee per child for every minute you are late picking up your child - payable that day.
WOW-X CARE: WOW-X Care will be available before and after at Washington Park for Hidden Cove Day Campers. Participant must be registered in Hidden Cove Day Camp first, and then register for the corresponding WOW-X program. Please note that campers must have completed TK through 4th Grades as of Summer 2026 to qualify for the WOW-X program. Pre-registration is required for our Day Camp program.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR WOW-X FOR HIDDEN COVE CAMPERS
You must cancel or withdraw at least one week before the program starts to receive a credit on your ARPD account for future use. A $20 service fee will be charged for each class, camp, or program you cancel or withdraw from.
Some specialty camps or programs may have different policies and services fees. Please refer to the description or details for any specific program prior to registration.
A $20 service fee applies to any changes or transfers made after your original registration.
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