Specialty/Day Camps

What are your kids doing this summer?

We know that parents need care for their children all summer so, this year, we will be offering 9 weeks of programming. Our regular YMCA Summer Camp will run for 7 weeks and then we will have two specialty weeks in August, which will give your children a chance to spend their days outside of the city, in a real camp atmosphere. We also have several brand new field trips for your children to enjoy.

Traditional Day Camp

Summer just would not be the same without the excitement and adventure of a YMCA Day Camp! Join us for a summer full of arts & crafts, fi eld trips, games, swimming, water fun, and new friendships.

Days: Monday – Friday

Dates:
Session 1: 6/23 – 6/27
Session 2: 6/30 – 7/3
Session 3: 7/7 – 7/11
Session 4: 7/14 – 7/18
Session 5: 7/21 – 7/25
Session 6: 7/28 – 8/1
Session 7: 8/4 – 8/8

Times: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Before Care available: 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
After Care available: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 5 – 12 years old
Location: Learning Corridor
Camp Program Fee: $140 (per 1 week session)
Before Care: $15.00
After Care: $15.00
Before and After Care: $25.00

Campers will participate in a field trip each week.

Some planned trips are as follows:

Wickham Park – Manchester, Connecticut
Wickham Park has over 250 acres of woodlands, ponds, gardens and other facilities. Campers will see the aviary and nature center, participate in sports and playground activities and enjoy the park atmosphere while walking on trails which travel through the parks bird sanctuary.

U.S. Navy Submarine Force Museum – Groton, Connecticut
The Submarine Force Museum is the home of the USS Nautilus. The museum traces the development of submarines from the times of the Revolutionary War until current days.The museum strives to become the Nation’s top destination showcasing outstanding collections and innovative, tangible exhibits that celebrate the Honor, Courage and Commitment of submariners defending their country and citizens.

Devils Hopyard State Park – Haddam, Connecticut
Campers will enjoy the outdoors in all its’ glory at Devils Hopyard. Hiking and fi shing are only two of the outdoor activities in which they will participate. Appreciation, respect and responsibility for the environment will all be part of their day. Campers may even make their own fi shing poles!

University of Connecticut – Storrs, Connecticut
Campers will explore the animal barns which house dairy and beef cows, sheep and horses. They will learn interesting facts about the animals, and general information about agriculture. Campers will also get to sample home made ice cream at the UConn Dairy Bar.

New Britain Rockcats – New Britain, Connecticut
A day of baseball is fun for everyone.

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Specialty Camps

Nature Camp

YMCA specialty camps are designed to help participants grow spiritually, mentally, and physically. By using the outdoor, natural camp facilities and providing challenging activities in both small and large group settings under the guidance of caring, well-trained staff leaders, YMCA camping gives children an experience that lasts a lifetime.

Days: Monday – Friday
Dates: Session 8: 8/11 – 8/15
Location: Yankee Trails – Tolland, CT
Dates: Session 9: 8/18 – 8/22
Location: Camp Chase – Granby, CT
Time: 8:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ages: 5 – 12 years old

Drop off and pick up site at 241 Trumbull Street – Hartford Civic Center

Camp Program Fee: $150 (per 1 week session)

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Your Child Should Bring To Camp Each Day:

• Bag
• Bathing Suit
• Lunch
• Snack
• Sunscreen
• Towel
• A Smile

Please label all items with your child’s name.

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2008 YMCA Camp Open House
A camp open house will be held on Saturday, June 14 at 3:00 p.m. in the Learning Corridor.Our camp counselors and director will be there to answer any questions you might have. Trip information, sample activities, a camp day schedule and much more will be available.

Family Nights
Two family nights will be held this summer at our Learning Corridor camp location on July 18 and August 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity for campers, parents and staff to get together for some YMCA family camp fun.