Cop Camp

Cop Camp 2026 - CLICK HERE FOR AN APPLICATION!
Please read eligibility details below prior to filling out an application.

Upper Dublin Police Department’s Cop Camp is designed to build positive connections between local youth and police officers. Throughout the week, cadets learn teamwork, leadership, personal safety, and respect for themselves and others, all while participating in exciting, hands-on activities led by public safety professionals.

Our goal is simple: help kids grow in confidence, make great friends, and gain a better understanding of the police department that serves their community. We encourage cadets to make positive choices, stand up to peer pressure, and become responsible leaders both in school and at home.

Dates: Monday, August 24 to Friday, August 28, 2026

Time: 8:30 am to 1:45 pm

Location: Upper Dublin Police Department. 803 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034

This week-long day camp gives participants a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement and public safety. Each day includes team-building activities, military drill sessions, and hands-on learning experiences.

Activities may include:

• Fire/EMS/Medivac Presentations
• Firearm Safety
• SWAT & Bomb Squad Demonstrations
• K-9 Unit Presentation
• Police Motorcycle & Equipment Demonstrations
• Mock Criminal Investigations
• Mock Court Trial
• Team Sport Activities

All instructors are police officers or public safety professionals with required child clearances. Participants will receive an official Cop Camp t-shirt and a hat prior to the start of camp. All participants must wear their Cop Camp t-shirt, hat, black shorts, and sneakers daily. Parents/guardians are responsible for daily drop-off and pick-up.

Cop Camp Cadets must:

• be a rising 4th or 5th grade student for the 2026-2027 school year;
• be willing to participate in movement-based physical activities;
• attend all five days of Cop Camp; and
• provide a signed Letter of Recommendation for Participation (see page 3) from a current teacher, school counselor, principal or mentor (i.e., religious leader, Scout leader, camp counselor, etc.).

The completed & signed application and letter of recommendation must be submitted via email to the Upper Dublin Police Department at registration@udpd.us by Friday, May 1, 2026. Space for cadets are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Preference is given to Township residents. Former cadets are ineligible to apply.

Once completed applications are received, reviewed, and approved, the parent/guardian will receive an email by May 8, 2026 confirming their Cadet has been accepted and registered for Cop Camp.