Summer Overnight Camp

Kids explore nature, find new talents, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories.

Locations

2013 Camp Info Events

YMCA overnight camp staff will be visiting local Ys - stop by an event near you to learn about camp. View schedule

Y Camp

Y camp has a way of transforming kids. It takes a child away from their normal routine and creates a safe environment for them to overcome challenges like mastering the climbing wall or hitting their first bullseye. With the great outdoors as a background, staff design activities to teach life lessons, like persistence in completing a difficult task, creativity when solving problems, and working together as a group to achieve a goal.

The cabin atmosphere shows children how to live cooperatively by sharing chores and respecting each other’s differences. Around the campfire, kids are encouraged to tell stories and share their opinions, and be open-minded and supportive as they listen to others.
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“I just think it is a positive experience that all kids should have at least once in their lifetimes!” - Camper Parent
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Safety

  • A health officer is on duty 24 hours a day.
  • All camps are ACA accredited and follow 300+ standards to ensure a safe camping experience.
  • All staff undergo extensive training, including First Aid and CPR

Staff

Our staff undergoes a background check, two interviews, 10 days of extensive training, and are certified in First Aid and CPR. Approximately 75% of our staff were Y campers themselves, and continue to reinforce our strong tradition of excellence in camping. Several of our counselors come from other countries, providing campers a wealth of cultural knowledge. Our cabin counselors are fully supported by year-round directors with many years of experience.