Tenderfoot Camp

2026 SUMMER TENDERFOOT CAMP
 An Introductory Day Camp Experience For Ages 3 Years to Completed TK
 
2026 Tenderfoot Camp
Join us for an introductory day camp experience including making crafts, storytelling, games and songs...all based on a weekly theme!  Campers will also design their own camp shirts to take home.  Walking field trips may be planned and parents will be notified at the beginning of each week.

How Do We Register?

  • REGISTER ONLINE
  • Email Registration Form with AMEX, Discover, MasterCard of VISA # to:  arpd@alamedaca.gov
  • Mail or Drop Off Registration Form with Payment to:  Alameda Recreation and Park Department, 2226 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
  • FAX Registration Form with AMEX, Discover, MasterCard or VISA # to:  510-523-4071
**ARPD Disclaimer:  Registrations that are emailed, faxed or dropped off could have delayed processing.  Registering online will be your best opportunity to secure a spot in one of the ARPD Programs!  If your desired program is full, place your child on the waiting list as additional program may be added to meet the demand of registration.**

QUESTIONS?

Contact Christina Bailey, Recreation Supervisor I, at (510) 747-7554 or email Christina at:  cbailey@alamedaca.gov

In order to be enrolled, your child must be:
  • Ready to separate from parent (and parent from child)
  • Willing to participate in the program without parent being present
  • Out of diapers/pull ups
  • Able to tend to their personal needs
  • The correct age on the first day of class
PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED AT FIRST DAY OF CAMP - NO EXCEPTIONS!
PARENTS/GUARDIANS NEED TO:
  • Sign their children in and out daily
  • Pick up their children on time.  A late charge of $1 per minute per child will be charged, payable that day, for every minute you are late
  • NEW FOR 2026 - PROGRAM HOURS ARE:  9:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
  • BRING A BAG LUNCH AND WATER BOTTLE TO CAMP DAILY
  • NAMES MUST BE ON ALL ITEMS BROUGHT TO CAMP
Week 1 - Ages 3-4 Years - Class #32411
Monday to Friday, June 22-26, 2026
Alameda Residents:  $190 / Non-Residents: $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP:  LINCOLN PARK LODGE
 The building is located at the front of Lincoln Park (High Street side) next to the Rose Garden
Week 2 - Ages 3-4 Years - Class #32412
 Monday to Friday, June 29-July 3, 2026
Alameda Residents:  $190 / Non-Residents:  $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP:  LINCOLN PARK LODGE
 The building is located at the front of Lincoln Park (High Street side) next to the Rose Garden
  • NEW FOR 2026 - PROGRAM HOURS ARE:  9:30 AM TO 1:30 PM
  • BRING A BAG LUNCH AND WATER BOTTLE TO CAMP DAILY
  • NAMES MUST BE ON ALL ITEMS BROUGHT TO CAMP
Week 3 - Ages 4 Years to Completed TK - Class #32413
Monday to Friday, July 6-10, 2026
Alameda Residents: $190 / Non-Residents: $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP: LINCOLN PARK LODGE
The building is located at the front of Lincoln Park (High Street side) next to the Rose Garden
Week 4 - Ages 4 Years to Completed TK -Class #32414
Monday to Friday, July 13-17, 2026
Alameda Residents: $190 / Non-Residents: $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP: LOWER WASHINGTON PARK
 Meet by the Tennis Courts
Week 5 - Ages 4 Years to Completed TK -Class #32415
Monday to Friday, July 20-24, 2026
Alameda Residents: $190 / Non-Residents: $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP: LOWER WASHINGTON PARK
 Meet by the Tennis Courts
Week 6 - Ages 4 Years to Completed TK -Class #32416
Monday to Friday, July 27-31, 2026
Alameda Residents: $190 / Non-Residents: $220

DROP-OFF / PICK-UP: LOWER WASHINGTON PARK
 Meet by the Tennis Courts
Play clothes and comfortable walking shoes and socks are recommended (no backless or open toed shoes) 
NAMES MUST BE ON ALL ITEMS BROUGHT TO CAMP
Apply sunscreen on your child daily
ARPD is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items

You must cancel by the Monday of the week prior to the start of your program session and there is a $20 withdrawal fee.  For cancellations made thereafter, there is no guarantee for a refund.

Contact Us

Phone

510-747-7529

Fax

510-523-4071

Email

arpd@alamedaca.gov

Location

Lincoln Park Lodge (Weeks 1-3)/Lower Washington Park (Weeks 4-6)
Alameda
94501

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