Camp Mackle Superhero Day

It has been a very busy summer for Camp Mackle campers! On Thursday, July 31, 2025, over 40 campers visited the Marco Island Police Department and Fire Department. Camp Mackle is for children entering first through fifth grade, and their 10-week summer program is winding down. For this summer, the camp brought back themed weeks and this was Superhero Training Academy Week. 

“We’ve had a fun and busy summer so far, and one more week to go,” said Parks and Rec Manager Samantha Malloy. “Some activities do have a cost, while others have received generous community partnership from Marco Island Public Library, Marco Island Historical Museum, and the Marco Presbyterian Church. The campers enjoyed Pirates Day and Pioneer Day at the Marco Island Historical Museum. They also had their first field trip to Great Wolf Lodge and absolutely loved it– a big thanks to Arne and Jill Sanberg for generously covering the cost.  To beat the heat during an outdoor activity, the campers enjoyed a hose-down from the Marco Island Fire Department.”  

“On the wind-down list is roller skating trip to Spinz, a movie at Marco Movies, and the usual games of tug of war, gaga ball, kickball, and soccer while continuing with the summer reading program through the library, the weekly art classes with Ms. Hailey, and the bi-weekly music classes with Marco Presbyterian Church,” added Malloy. 

The campers got to meet Marco Island Police Department’s newest officers: Officers Kayli O’Flanagan, Douglas Hahn, and Michael Terranova. They were sworn in on July 28, 2025, by Marco Island Police Chief Tracy Frazzano. “We’re excited for the dedication, professionalism, and heart they’ll bring to serving and protecting our island community,” said Frazzano.