Group Retreats
YMCA Camp MacLean is a perfect place to hold your outdoor education program, scout campout, adventure guide/princess campout or church retreat. Serving groups since 1941!
YMCA Camp MacLean is not just for summer camp. We serve over 14,000 guests a year. We are available for camping programs every week out of the year. Our goal is to provide your group with a high quality camp experience with a focus on tailoring our activities and facilities to fit your needs.
Outdoor Education/School Programs
- Tailor made outdoor education programs for all grades (k-12)
- Daytrips or overnight trips available
- Trips designed to fit all budgets
- Camp staff available to run activities
- Curriculum includes: teambuilding, low ropes course, climbing wall, high ropes, environmental studies, pioneering
- Great food service
- Beautiful facilities and cabins
- Available for high school retreats including Operation Snowball, sports teams and much more
Outdoor Education/School Program Rates
Weekend Adventure Guide/Scouting/Conference Campouts
- Overnight weekend programs to fit all types of groups from churches to scouting
- Adventure Guide Campouts
- Dedicated camp staff to host your campout and run activities
- Activities provided include: Mt. macLean skyway, ziplines, crafts, archery, boating, campfires, sing-a-longs
- New pedal boats and ga ga ball courts
- Friday through Sunday availability
- One night or two night trips available
- trips designed to fit all budgets
- Great food service
- Beautiful facility
For more information check out our Group Planning Guide.
To book your next School Outing or Weekend Event contact Jenni at jsnavely@ymcachicago.org or 847-410-5344
