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If you are having issues with your ActiveNet registration account:
Email recreation@kcranch.org or call 303.979.1876
If you have specific questions about camp (schedule, what a typical day looks like, field trip info, etc.):
School-Age Camps: email youthprograms@kcranch.org or call 303.979.1876
Preschool Camp: email carac@kcranch.org or call 303.979.1876
We pride ourselves in offering a variety of programs for all ages and needs. The demand for camps is different every year but most commonly we find that the full day school-age camps for ages 6-9 years are extremely competitive and registration fills quickly. In general, we recommend that you make sure you get on and complete registration right when it is available to you.
Camp swim lessons are only available for Bears and Hoots campers at the Ranch House location. If you are registered into an eligible camp, you will receive an email with details on swim lesson registration when we have more information available!
There will be one initial payment at the time of registration for your non-refundable deposits for each week you signed up for (not including waitlisted weeks). The remaining balance will be automatically put on a monthly payment plan. Those payment plan details will be found at the bottom of your receipt. A credit card must be kept on file to auto-charge on your payment due dates.
Once you have completed registration, you can go onto your account and pay off the balance in one lump sum if you would prefer that over monthly payments.
Only families that are part of the current school-year’s Before & After Care Program and sign-up through Premier for both Fall and Spring semesters get early access to summer camp registration.
Due to the active nature of camp, early childhood age appropriateness, and participant feedback we have determined these hours provide the most successful environment for the participants and the staff.
The biggest difference between these camps is the pace and the length. The overall pace of the school-age camp is considered much faster than the preschool camps. The school-age camp is all day (8am-5pm) and the preschool camp is partial day (8:30am-1:30pm).
You know your child best! If they seem ready for a faster pace and a longer day because they have done something similar in the past, go for the school-age camp. If they are new to a full day away from home or need more downtime during the day, go for the preschool camp.
Ages 3-5 years → Rainbow Fish at Community Center
Rising Kindergartener → Rainbow Fish at Community Center or Hoots at the Ranch House or Tadpoles at the Dakota Lodge
Rising 1st grader → Hoots at the Ranch House or Tadpoles at the Dakota Lodge
Rising 2nd grader → Bears at the Ranch House or Tadpoles at the Dakota Lodge
Rising 3rd grader → Bears at the Ranch House or Frogs at the Dakota Lodge
Rising 4th through 6th grader → Lions at the Ranch House or Frogs at the Dakota Lodge
Preschool Camp at the Community Center is recreation-based and licensed through the state (all campers must be 3 years old and fully potty trained by the first day of camp)
School-Age Camps at the Dakota Lodge are nature-based and licensed through the state (all campers must be 5 years old by the first day of camp)
School-Age Camps at the Ranch House are recreation-based and licensed through the state (all campers must be 5 years old by the first day of camp)
Here’s a quick guide based on age:
Ages 3 to 5 and fully potty trained → Rainbow Fish at the Community Center
Rising Kindergarten → Rainbow Fish, Hoots or Tadpoles
Rising 1st grade → Hoots or Tadpoles
Rising 2nd grade → Bears or Tadpoles
Rising 3rd grade → Bears or Frogs
Rising 4th through 6th grade → Lions or Frogs
We don’t accept cash or paper checks.
You can pay using:
Electronic check with no fee
Credit card or debit card with a small processing fee
Yes! We participate in:
SilverSneakers (Tivity Health)
Silver & Fit / Active & Fit
Renew Active
add link to new fitness pageYou can cancel your class through your ActiveNet account under Transaction History if it’s more than 24 hours before the class.
If you don’t see a withdrawal option or if the class has a fee, please call the Community Center, 303-933-2233 and we’ll help you.
Visit the ActiveNet activity registration and reservation siteYes. Non-residents can participate in fitness classes, but additional fees or restrictions may apply. Both resident and non-resident fees are listed in our registration system.
Youth ages 12 to 14 must complete a certification with one of our personal trainers
Youth ages 12 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult when using weight and cardio equipment.
View fitness pageThe ball machine is available by reservation on court 2 at the Community Center. Please note both court 2 and the ball machine must be reserved.
You can reserve the ball machine for use on any indoor, reserved court.
View fitness pagePossibly. If your child falls outside the listed age range, email Robert, robertc@kcranch.org. He can review your request and determine whether an age override is appropriate.
Yes! Simply drop off your racquet at the Community Center and complete a Game Set Match service form.
Game Set Match picks up racquets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
View Tennis PagePlease contact us or visit our programs page for information about local youth sports leagues or programs.
View Programs PagePlease visit the KCR Lightning website.
KCR Lightning WebisteCommunity Center (Preschool Camp)
Recreation-based and state licensed
1 Club Drive
Dakota Lodge (School-Age Camp)
Nature-based and state licensed
14422 W Ken Caryl Ave
Ranch House (School-Age Camp)
Recreation-based and state licensed
7676 S Continental Divide Rd
The best choice depends on your child’s age, experience, and readiness for a full day of activities.
Preschool Camp
Shorter day: 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Slower-paced schedule
Ideal for younger children or those new to camp
School-Age Camp
Full day: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
More active, fast-paced schedule
Designed for children who are comfortable with a longer day
If your child is ready for a full day of activities and a faster pace, school-age camp may be a good fit. If they are new to structured programs or may benefit from a shorter day, preschool camp may be the better option.
The shorter camp day is designed to support the needs and energy levels of younger children, helping them stay engaged and enjoy a successful camp experience.
Early (Premier) access is available to families enrolled in the current school year’s Before and After Care program and register for both the Fall and Spring semesters.
A non-refundable deposit is due when you register for each week of camp. The remaining balance is automatically divided into monthly payments.
Your payment schedule is listed at the bottom of your receipt, and a valid payment method must remain on file for automatic billing.
You can also log in to your account at any time to pay off your balance early.
No. Summer camp registration is available by the week only. Partial-week registrations are not offered.
It varies each year, but full-day camps for ages 6 to 9 tend to fill quickly.
We recommend registering as soon as your registration window opens.
Waitlist movement varies by program and from year to year, so we’re unable to predict the likelihood of an opening.
If a spot becomes available, we’ll contact you by email as soon as possible.
Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable, so they can’t be applied to a different camp.
No. Children must be 5 years old by the first week of camp to register for Hoots. Our childcare license requires this and the system cannot adjust for mid-summer birthdays. If your child turns 5 later in the summer, we recommend enrolling in Rainbow Fish camp.
Yes. Swim lessons are available for Bears and Hoots campers at the Ranch House.
If your child is eligible, you’ll receive an email with registration details.
All full-day programs are held at the Ranch House, regardless of your child’s regular program location.
Before Care: 6:45 a.m. until school drop-off (bus departs at 8:30 a.m.)
After Care: End of the school day until 6:00 p.m.
Full-Day Programs: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Ken-Caryl Ranch uses 14-passenger mini buses. Before & After Care instructors are also trained bus drivers and provide daily transportation between program sites and schools.
Shaffer Elementary – Ranch House location.
Bradford Elementary K-6th grade – Dakota Lodge and Community Center locations.
We currently only serve those two schools.
Yes. Bradford students may register for either location. However, activities and programming at each site are designed for specific age groups to create a more enriching experience.
Yes. Bradford families may register all children at one location for convenience. However, children may have the best experience at the site designed for their age group.
Before & After Care programs: Requests for a credit or refund must be submitted at least one week before the scheduled program date.
Break Camps: The cancellation deadline for Break Camps is listed on the registration page.
Yes. Participants enrolled in the Premier Sign-Up Plan for both the fall and spring semesters receive early access to summer camp registration.
Yes, provided you give at least one week’s notice and space is available on the new day.
Requests made after the cancellation deadline may require payment for the new day, and the original day may not be eligible for a refund or credit.
If you’re registered as drop-in, please email youthprograms@kcranch.org
to request specific days.
Yes. If your child is enrolled in Before & After Care, we can help them attend other on-site programs during program hours. For example, if your child is in After Care at the Community Center, we can walk them to a tennis lesson. If your child is in After Care at the Ranch House, we can walk them to an after-school art class. Please let us know about any scheduled activities so we can help coordinate transportation to and from the program.
You can view your full schedule by logging into your ActiveNet account. Once logged in, go to your registrations to see the days and weeks your child is signed up.
ActiveNet Activity Registration & ReservationsYou can find your childcare tax receipts by logging into your ActiveNet account and navigating to your payment history or receipts section. If you need help locating your documents, please contact us and we’ll be happy to assist.
ActiveNet Activity Registration and Reservation Site
