BCSO Youth Academy registration is open

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:52 AM

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff's Office (BCSO) Youth Academy is set for June 2-4 at Cera Sports Park.

The camp is for kids between the ages of 6 and 12, and the cost is $40. Now is the time to register your child. Spots are limited, so don’t wait.

To sign up your child for the academy, follow these instructions:

If you have any questions, call the BCSO office at 812-379-1650.

Sheriff Chris Lane said, "We look forward to a fun and educational experience for your child this summer."

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