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Adventure Awaits at YMCA Overnight Camp!

Experience the ultimate summer adventure at our YMCA Overnight Camps, where every day is packed with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable memories. Whether you're exploring the great outdoors, making new friends, or trying out new activities, there's always something amazing happening here. 

  • Girls at camp

    Big Time Fun, Big Time Memories

    Our camps are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment where campers can grow, learn, and have a blast. From thrilling outdoor adventures to creative arts and crafts, there's something for everyone. Our experienced staff is dedicated to ensuring every camper has the time of their life while building confidence, independence, and lifelong friendships.
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  • Boys going on a camping trip

    Your Adventure Starts Here

    Join us for a summer filled with laughter, exploration, and endless fun. Whether it's your first time at camp or you're a seasoned camper, you'll find new challenges and exciting experiences waiting for you. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime!
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Why Choose YMCA Overnight Camps?

  • Expert Supervision: Our highly trained and caring staff provide a safe and supportive environment, giving parents peace of mind while their children embark on their adventure. 
  • Skill Development: Campers have the opportunity to develop new skills, from archery and swimming to leadership and teamwork, all while having a blast.
  • Lifelong Friendships: Camp is a place where friendships are forged that can last a lifetime. Your child will meet peers from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of community and belonging. 
  • Personal Growth: Our programs are designed to help campers build confidence, independence, and resilience, preparing them for future challenges. 
  • Unplug and Reconnect: In a world dominated by screens, our camps offer a chance to unplug and reconnect with nature, themselves, and others.
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  • Camp Duncan Climbing Wall

    YMCA Camp Duncan

    YMCA Camp Duncan, nestled on the scenic Fish Lake in Northern Illinois, spans 300 acres of picturesque landscape. Alongside our traditional overnight camp, we offer BOLD & GOLD adventure programs and host various medical camps throughout the year. At Camp Duncan, we foster self-reliance, a love for nature, and the development of healthy habits and meaningful relationships. Special activities include blobbing, a high adventure course, a climbing tower, archery, boating, and a state-of-the-art playground with water features!
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  • A camper in a wheelchair getting pushed

    YMCA Camp Independence

    This overnight camp in Northern Illinois is a special place for campers ages 7+ with spina bifida. Located on 300 beautiful acres of woodlands, rolling meadows and lakefront property, YMCA Camp Independence offers a range of activities including, boating, swimming, archery, campfire circles, floor hockey, and additional activities all while learning independent skills and development opportunities!
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  • Two boys kayaking

    YMCA Camp MacLean

    Located in southeast Wisconsin, YMCA Camp MacLean sits on 155 beautiful acres situated alongside Wisconsin's Rockland Lake, with woodlands, and spacious fields surrounding camp. YMCA Camp MacLean offers adventure programs, and activities like kayaking, archery, hiking, a Skyway attraction, and much more!
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Exciting Activities Await

YMCA Overnight Camps provide a variety of seasonal activities and trips for school-age children. Some of our most popular activities include swimming, arts and crafts, archery, sports, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, high ropes, climbing tower, zipline, slingshot paintball, tobogganing, downhill and cross-country skiing, ice skating, ice fishing, and sledding. 

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Don’t miss out on the ultimate summer adventure. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and give your child the gift of an unforgettable summer. Your adventure starts here! 

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