Summer
Camp FAQs
Need Assistance? If you have questions directly related to registration, please call 313.982.6001. For any program related questions please email summercamp@thf.org.
What time is drop-off and pickup?
Camp drop-off begins at 8:30 AM with camp programming starting at 9 AM. Pickup is at 4 PM. AM and PM Extended Care is available for an additional cost.
What are the times for Extended Care?
AM Extended Care runs from 7 AM to 9 AM and PM Extended Care runs from 4 PM to 6 PM. During Extended Care campers will enjoy supervised play, crafts, games, and a light snack.
What if I need to enroll my camper in both AM and PM Extended Care?
You will select AM and PM Extended Care during registration. The weekly fee is $60 for AM or PM Care and $120 for both. Member discounts on Extended Care are not available.
How many campers are in each camp session?
Camps range in size from 16 – 18 children with a goal of maintaining a camper-to-counselor ratio of 8:1.
How long is each camp session?
Camp sessions are one-week long (Monday-Friday). We strongly advise registering for one session of camp only, as content is repeated each week.
Does THF provide transportation to summer camp?
Camp families provide their own transportation to The Henry Ford. The supervised drop-off and pick-up location will be provided in the information packet shared two weeks prior to your camp session.
What happens after I register my camper?
Immediately following your registration you will receive an email confirmation receipt for your purchase. Two weeks prior to camp you will receive another email from summercamp@thf.org with waivers to complete for each camper. Completion of these waivers is mandatory within three days of receiving the email or your camper's registration is considered incomplete and may be subject to cancellation.
If you do not immediately receive the email confirmation call the Contact Center at 313.982.6001 or email info@thf.org.
If you do not receive the waiver email two weeks prior to your camper's session email summercamp@thf.org.
If my camper requires accessibility accommodations, who should I contact?
If your camper requires an accommodation, please email summercamp@thf.org.
What is included with camp registration?
In addition to a fun week-long experience, campers will receive 2 camp t-shirts to wear throughout the week and our fan-favorite trip to Frozen Custard.
What should my camper bring to camp each day?
- Good shoes for walking — no flip-flops.
- Clothes appropriate for the weather, playing outside and doing crafts. Camp T-shirts are strongly encouraged so THF staff are able to identify your camper quickly.
- Packed lunch, snacks and a drink. Campers do not have access to vending machines, refrigerators, or microwaves. Campers are not permitted to purchase food.
- Water bottle.
- Backpack; it will be carried with them on days they cannot return to the classroom for lunch.
- Towel to sit on during lunch.
What food is provided during camp?
Each camp will go to the custard stand once during camp. Alternatives are available for allergies and dietary restrictions.
A light snack is provided for campers enrolled in AM and/or PM Extended Care.
What does the allergy advisory for the Growers camp mean?
This means that campers will have regular contact with a variety of foods. They will participate in activities that involve growing and cooking foods that could be an allergy concern. We will provide a list of foods in the information packet shared prior to camp. We will do our best to accommodate your camper’s needs, but it may not be possible in all circumstances.
Potential allergens: wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, cinnamon