Outdoor Recreation Camps

Atwood Fall Break Camp

With over 60 years of experience in outdoor camps, the Outdoor Recreation and Education department of the Rockford Park District invites your camper to join us for Atwood Fall Break Camp at Atwood Center!

Open for ages 5-12, your camper is welcome to join us for lots of autumn fun to create memories that will last a lifetime! During the days leading up to Thanksgiving of fall Nature Quest is available Monday-Wednesday. Sign up for one, two, or all three days of camp! Each day will be a new experience focusing on all things that plants, animals, and humans do this time of year. Our staff will keep your camper busy and safe as we explore the great outdoors, enjoy a mixed classic camp activity, play games, and make crafts. Spaces are limited, so please register early to guarantee a spot. Lunch will be provided as included in the daily fee.


Yeti Camp

Join us at Atwood Center during winter break for nature-themed winter activities, whether there's sun, rain, or snow! There will be crafts, hiking, games, and more! Be sure to come dressed for the cold, as we will be outside as much as possible. If we're lucky, we might even spot the Yeti roaming around Atwood Park! Yeti Camp is available Monday-Thursday, sign up for one, two, three, or all four days of camp. Each day will be a new experience, focusing on all things that the winter season brings. Spaces are limited, so please register early to guarantee a spot. Lunch is included in the daily fee.

  • Open field with green trees under a clear blue sky.

    Visit Atwood

    Atwood Park is open to the public for FREE everyday from 8:00am to 2:00pm. The park includes many miles of hiking and multi-use trails and is part of a former WWI military training camp.

    Join us for a birds of prey feeding every Saturday at 1:00pm.

  • Nature Quest

    Visit our sister park at Alpine Hills Adventure Park for summer camp!

  • A group of children and teenagers walking in a line through a natural area with tall grass and trees during dusk or early evening.

    Public Programs

    Atwood Park offers a wide-range of public programs throughout the year, including our FREE In the Outdoors programs, hikes, yoga, and more!

    Check out the upcoming schedule at the link below.

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