Spots are still available for Wellesley Youth Commission 2024 summer programs. Get an insider view of popular Town operations!
These week-long explorations are free and open to Wellesley youths entering Grades 6, 7 and 8 in the fall of 2024. As spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis, please register as soon as possible if you're interested in participating.
Programs are held a various locations in Town and feature the following opportunities.
Wellesley Fire Rescuers
Fire Rescuers is a week-long exploration for 20 youth with the Wellesley Fire Department the week of July 8 - July 12, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
Highlights for this program include:
- Experience a working Fire Department with hands-on training including fire extinguishing, knot tying, water rescue, and more
- Field trip to local Fire Academy
- Visits and demonstrations from the MBTA Bomb Squad
Eco Summer Program *
Eco Summer Program is a week-long exploration for 20 youth with the Natural Resources Commission and Wellesley Conservation Council the week of July 15 - July 19, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. * This is a Shine-Only program, if it rains the activities may be canceled for that day.
Highlights for this program include:
- Hands-on fishing demonstrations by the Massachusetts Department of Fish & Game
- Wilderness survival and fire-building
- Experimentation with drones
- Kayaking, swimming and shoreline restoration (Must take a swim test to participate in these activities)
- Learn how to protect and preserve the natural environment in Wellesley
Wellesley Police Department Youth Academy
WPD Youth Academy is a week-long exploration for 25 youth with the Wellesley Police Department the week of July 29 - August 2, 2024, from 9:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Highlights for this program include:
- Learning the importance of law enforcement in the community and beyond
- Experiencing hands-on demonstrations involving radar, motor vehicle stops, mock arrests, and crime scene search
- Discover the valuable collaboration between local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies
- Field trips to Boston area law enforcement agencies, FBI, and State Police