COP CAMP: Wilmington Police offers free summer camp for kids

May 21, 2018

WWAY News,

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Wilmington Police Department is now accepting applications for their annual Cop Camp.

Cop Camp is designed to provide children with an opportunity to interact positively with law enforcement personnel. Throughout the five days of camp children participate in recreational activities, field trips, educational experiences and a community service project.

Participants must be rising fourth and fifth grade students who live in New Hanover County.

Parents/guardians are responsible for providing transportation to and from the camp, which will be held at WPD headquarters, 615 Bess Street.

The first session of camp is scheduled for June 18-22. The second is scheduled for July 9-13.

WPD has been running this cost free Cop Camp since 1995.

Mark your calendars — Cop Camp is back!

First Session: June 18-22, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Second Session: July 9-13, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Apply today: https://t.co/86MSFiDmb1 pic.twitter.com/JhI1R7gV2d

— Wilmington Police (@WilmingtonPD) May 15, 2018