Persons in family/household | Poverty guideline |
---|---|
1 | $15,060 |
2 | $20,440 |
3 | $25,820 |
4 | $31,200 |
5 | $36,580 |
6 | $41,960 |
7 | $47,340 |
8 | $52,720 |
For families/households with more than 8 persons, add $5,380 for each additional person. |
Summer Camps
For decades, BREC’s Summer Camps have been an inclusive, family tradition in East Baton Rouge Parish! Parents recognize the quality of BREC’s summer program which is loaded with a diverse curriculum of fun, memory-making activities that are second to none. Campers experience recreational games, community field trips, recreational sports, cultural arts, develop new friendships and more. From recreation and theatre to animals and science, there is a camp for children of all abilities, ages and interests!
Registration begins online March 8 for East Baton Rouge Parish residents!
2025 SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
Summer camp registration begins online Saturday, March 8 at 9 a.m. for all East Baton Rouge Parish residents.
You can register for all camp locations through WebTrac, BREC’s online registration system, from your computer, tablet, or smartphone at webtrac.brec.org. Out-of-parish residents may begin registering online or during regular facility hours of operation starting Tuesday, March 18.
Follow the links below to learn more about upcoming summer camps of your choice!
Community Recreation Specialty Camps (Ages 5-10)
- Anna T. Jordan Community Park
- Baker Recreation Center
- Church Street Park
- Forest Community Park
- Highland Road Community Park
- Howell Community Park
- Independence Community Park
- Lovett Road Park
- North Sherwood Forest Community Park
Special Interest Camps
- Adaptive Recreation
- Athletics
- Baton Rouge Zoo
- Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
- BREC Art
- BREC Beginnings (ages 3-4)
- Conservation
- Extreme Sports
- Farr Park Equestrian Center
- Highland Road Park Observatory
- Independence Park Theatre
- Magnolia Mound
- Outdoor Adventure
- Camp Red Stick (Ages: 11-14)
- Tennis
Tips for a Successful Online Registration
- All camp sessions are listed by location. Have your camp location chosen ahead of time so you only have to simply choose the direct link via the camp page or search WebTrac by location, camp title, or the Activity # listed next to each camp in the Camp PlayBook.
- Login to Webtrac before March 8 to make sure your information is up to date and that you are familiar with the layout and navigation. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open these files.
- Know your user ID and password ahead of time. If you cannot remember it, use the “Forgot Password” or “Forgot Username” on the left side of the screen.
- Not sure if you have an account? Click “Contact Us” at the top of the screen to send a message with your Name, Address, Email Address and Phone Number or email staff directly at info@register.brec.org. BREC staff will get back to you as soon as possible.
- Never registered online before? Make your Webtrac account before March 8 by choosing “Create an Account” at the top of the screen.
For issues, email info@register.brec.org.
Payment Options
- Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover credit/debit card are accepted on webtrac.brec.org.
- To pay by check or cash, please visit your selected camp location to register during the facility’s regular hours of operation beginning Sunday, March 9.
PARTIAL PAYMENT AVAILABLE
All summer camp sessions can be reserved ONLINE by East Baton Rouge Parish residents with a 50% payment of total session fees. Summer camp balances are due by Friday, April 25. Beginning Saturday, April 26, full payments for summer camp sessions are required at the time of registration. Other arrangements may be made by going into the camp location where you would like to register. To secure your spot, please ensure full payment is received by the Thursday before camp. Otherwise, your spot will be forfeited. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
SCHOLARSHIPS
East Baton Rouge Parish residents can apply for scholarship opportunities at webtrac.brec.org with a 50% pre-payment of total session fees and by submitting the scholarship request form located at the top of the home screen. BREC may provide scholarship assistance of 50% of the total fee due to those families who qualify by providing documentation of filed 2024 Federal Tax form 1040 or current SNAP benefits. The 2024 filed Tax Form must have the name of the person registering the camper(s) and it must have the camper(s) listed as dependents. Line 1 of the tax form must meet the federal/state poverty guidelines to qualify. Please go to brec.org/scholarships to see the federal poverty guidelines. To qualify using SNAP, proof of current benefits must be documented with the name of the person registering camper(s) and have the camper(s) names listed as dependents. Once a completed request and all correct documentation has been received you will be notified within ten business days if it has been accepted.
- Scholarships are available on a first come, first served basis until funds are no longer available.
- Scholarships are not available for Baton Rouge Zoo and Tennis Camp sessions
For more information, email scholarships@brec.org.
2024 Poverty Guidelines
SUMMER CAMP REFUNDS
Registrants must request all refunds on a 2025 Summer Camp Refund form which can be downloaded below or picked up at your summer camp location. Completed forms must be emailed to summercamps@brec.org. Refund form coming soon.
- If a registrant requests a refund more than 10 business days prior to the start of the session, BREC will issue the full session fee minus a $15 transaction fee.
- If a registrant requests a refund 10 business days or less from the start of the session, BREC will not issue a refund.
- All checks must clear the bank before BREC processes any refunds.
- BREC does not issue a refund for any session already in progress.
- Please, make sure your address is legible and up to date to avoid any delay with the refund process.
- Please allow 3-4 weeks for BREC to issue a refund after the refund form has been submitted. Refunds will be distributed to the payee named on the BREC summer camp payment receipt.
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Assessments for Accommodations or Inclusion Services
Does your child have a disabilty? Do they need accomodations or inclsuion services to participate in summer camp? Sign up for summer camp assessments.
NAIRN DRIVE PARK
Monday + Wednesday / March 3-May 9
3:30-5:30 p.m.
More info: recadaptive@brec.org / 225-272-9200x1561
All campers with a diagnosed disability must undergo an assessment with a BREC Adaptive staff member. The assessment must be completed prior to starting camp. Assessments are required prior to registration for all Sunshine Camps.
New Program Members: New participants that would like to have an assessment should contact Molly Phillips, Program Coordinator of Adaptive and Adult Leisure. Assessment will be conducted by Molly Phillips or Allison Campbell and will be assisted by members of the Adaptive Recreation staff. Assessments consist of completing necessary paperwork and an interactive experience with our staff.
Ongoing Program Members: Assessment paperwork will be updated annually and should include any goals the parent/guardian or participant wishes to achieve throughout the program.
Participant Requirements: Requirements are dependent on each program. They include, but are not limited to: independent toileting, independent feeding, staying with a group and function on the staff to participant ratio of the group. If the participant is unable to fulfill the program requirements a 1:1 aid will be required and must be arranged by the parent/guardian.