Kids smiling in a play field at summer day camp

 

Building Character All Summer

 

Campers learn the YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility through camp themes that change every week. These themes help instill in kids the values that resonate most with them and they leave camp with new friends and stronger values.

 

Campers playing duck duck goose at summer camp

 

Discovery Through Play

 

Campers enjoy our interactive curriculum that includes indoor and outdoor games, sports, character development, reading, arts, and more activities that keep them engaged and smiling week after week.

 

Kids playing with team parachute toy in field

 

Teamwork and Sportsmanship

 

At several points of time during their camp experience kids are brought together in large and small groups to explore relationships, play games, and participate in activities. During these times, they develop their ability to work as a team and how to foster positive relationships – win or lose.

 

Association staff playing a game during staff training

 

Make it the Best Summer Ever

 

Counselors in Training learn valuable leadership-building skills, forge new friendships with fellow counselors and staff, and make lasting camp memories as a guardian to good times at the Y. This program is designed for teens who are enthusiastic, responsible, hardworking and love everything camp!

 

 

 

 

 

We structure kids’ time at camp across various activities so that they can explore their interests, learn more about themselves, and make new friends. 

Sample Schedule
  • 7am | Extended program opens. This is optional for all age groups except Itty Bitty Campers (3- and 4-year-olds) 

  • 8:30am | Drop offs start.  All camp groups and extended program groups join together. 

  • 9am | Day activities begin!   

  • 9:20am | Kids rally together for camp announcements and morning physical activity. 

  • 10am | Camp group activities start and include arts and crafts, games, and team building.                            

  • 10:30am | Smaller group activities take place so kids can enjoy smaller team-based games.                                       

  • 11:15am | Large group activities start and the kids get to enjoy having fun playing games together.                      

  • 12:15pm | Itty Bitty Camper pick up and lunch for other ages takes place. 

  • 12:30pm | Afternoon camp group activities start and include arts and crafts, games, and team building.                                                          

  • 1pm | Afternoon smaller group activities take place for kids to explore the activities they enjoy and didn’t have a chance to take part in during the morning. 

  • 1:30pm | Afternoon rally starts and campers choose to participate in the activities they love the most.  

  • 3:15pm | Campers regroup and reconvene to their groups and enjoy a snack.  

  • 4pm | Campers get ready for pick-up. 

  • 4:15pm | Camper pick-up starts.  

  • 4:30pm | Campers not picked up will transition to Extended Program for remainder of evening.  

  • 6pm | All campers are picked-up. 

 

 

Ages and Pricing

 

Summer Day Camp runs from June 19 - September 1. Please note that weeks vary by center so please check at the center you select for dates near the beginning or end of the summer day camp season.

 

Itty Bitty Day Camp

Ages: 3-4

Duration: Monday-Friday | 9am-12pm*

Pricing: 

  • Members: $125
  • Community Members: $175

*Week of July  3, 5-7, pricing is prorated

  • Members: $100
  • Community Members $140
Mini Day Camp

Ages: 5-6

Duration: Monday-Friday | 9am-4:15pm*

Pricing: 

  • Members: $200
  • Community Members: $250

*Week of July  3, 5-7, pricing is prorated

  • Members: $160
  • Community Members $200
Junior Day Camp

Ages: 7-8

Duration: Monday-Friday | 9am-4:15pm*

Pricing: 

  • Members: $200
  • Community Members: $250

*Week of July  3, 5-7, pricing is prorated

  • Members: $160
  • Community Members $200
Senior Day Camp

Ages: 9-10

Duration: Monday-Friday | 9am-4:15pm*

Pricing: 

  • Members: $200
  • Community Members: $250

*Week of July  3, 5-7, pricing is prorated

  • Members: $160
  • Community Members $200
All Star Day Camp

Ages: 11-12

Duration: Monday-Friday | 9am-4:15pm*

Pricing: 

  • Members: $200
  • Community Members: $250

*Week of July  3, 5-7, pricing is prorated

  • Members: $160
  • Community Members $200
Extended Program

Ages: 5-12

Duration: Monday-Friday | 7-8:30am and 4:30-6pm

Pricing: Included in registration costs for Day Camp

Extended Program provides early morning drop off and later evening pick-ups for families needing additional time beyond the Day Camp program hours. There is no additional fee, but all registered campers are able to drop off as early as 7am in the morning and pick-up as late as 6pm in the evening as needed.

 

Counselor in Training

Ages: 13-17

Duration: Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:30pm*

Pricing: No Fee

CIT Registration required by Wednesday, June 1

 

 

 

What to Pack

Please mark all of your child’s belongings with their full name! Items for your child to bring to camp include: 

  • Backpack 

  • Water bottle 

  • Lunch and snacks 

  • Sneakers 

  • Sunscreen (SPF 30+, spray preferred) 

  • Swimsuit and towel (if your child is attending a camp with aquatics programming) 

 

We also recommend packing sunglasses, a hat, and a book for your child. Do not send your child to camp with electronics, a phone, or other toys. 

The YMCA will not be held responsible for any lost, stolen, or broken items. 

Parent Guidebook
Summer Camp Safety Procedures

Our YMCA camps provide a safe, clean, and fun environment so your child can learn and do the activities they love at the Y.

How old does my child have to be to attend camp?

Camps are intended for children who are ages 3-12 and each of the available day camp groups are based on age ranges.

What dates does summer day camp at the local Y run?

Bremerton: 

June 19-23 | June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

 

Gordon: 

June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

 

Haselwood:

July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

 

Lakewood: 

June 19-23 | June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 

 

Mel Korum: 

June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

 

Morgan:

June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

 

Tom Taylor:

June 26-30 | July 3,5-7 | July 10-14 | July 24-28 | July 31 - August 4 | August 7-11 | August 14-18 | August 21-25 | August 28 - September 1

What are my payment options?

You can pay in full with a credit card or check, or pay on a weekly basis by keeping a credit card on file. Payments must be made the Friday prior to the start of the selected camp week.

What should campers wear to camp?

Campers should wear comfortable clothing that’s okay to get messy and closed-toe shoes.

What is the camper-to-staff ratio?

The counselor to camper ratio is 1:15 to 1:25.

Does the Y offer financial assistance?

Yes! As a nonprofit organization, financial assistance is made possible through charitable donations to our Make More Possible campaign.

Does the Y offer any type of educational enrichment?

Yes! In addition to having fun at camp, your child will also learn valuable skills! The Y has a daily, designated time for kids to read in order to help prevent summer learning loss. The Y incorporates STEM and reading activities into our daily camp programming to help prevent summer learning loss as well.