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"The mission of the Wenatchee Valley YMCA is to strengthen youth, families and communities by promoting Christian principles and putting them into practice through leadership and programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for
all."
"We build strong kids,
strong families,
strong communities."
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Summer Camp
From Hiking to Horses
 Summer Camp includes the traditional camping experience for boys and girls from 1st through 12th grades through a variety of programs tailored to the appropriate age group. There are several leadership training programs for grades 9 through 12 and several "specialty camps" including horse camp and art camp. Summer camp is operated in the month of July and the first week of August.
At the Wenatchee Valley YMCA we have believed for 91 years that character counts, character development starts at an early age and continues throughout our lives, and the development of character begins with teaching of Christian values. The values we emphasize are those shared by people from many cultures, faiths, and belief systems. They are the values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. We believe that the Lake Wenatchee YMCA Camp offers unique opportunities for the development of character in youth.
We offer several types of summer camps including traditional camps, teen leadership camps and specialty camps like our very popular horse camp. Please browse through the programs below and register when you are ready. We also have a detailed summer camp session schedule you can view. Click here about Financial assistance.
MINI CAMP
 This four-day program is designed with extra-special care for younger campers. Children who are not ready for six days away at camp will enjoy this special four-day/three-night program. This program gives each child a preview of what camp has to offer in a nurturing and caring environment. Each cabin group of no more than 6 campers participates in campfires, crafts, waterfront activities, cabin devotions, hikes, evening activities and a whole lot more. This is a great program to introduce first time campers to camp
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 |
Jun 30, 2008 |
Jul 03, 2008 |
$169.00 |
$194.00 |
$219.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 |
Jun 30, 2008 |
Jul 03, 2008 |
$169.00 |
$194.00 |
$219.00 |
$40.00 |
DISCOVERY CAMP
 Building on past experience, or for a first time camper who is ready for a week away from home, Discovery Camp has something for everyone. Activities will include archery, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, hiking local trails, roasting marshmallows over a campfire, daily chapels, and zany campfire skits and songs. Discovery campers may also spend one day and night out of camp, cook their own dinner and breakfast, and sleep under the stars! This will be a week to remember!
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 06, 2008 |
Jul 11, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 06, 2008 |
Jul 11, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
DISCOVERY HORSE CAMP
 During their week at camp, campers will ride camp bus to Youth Dynamics/Stonewater Ranch for 2 days of horse back riding. Each Horse Camper will get two days of two hours of trail rides and horsemanship instruction. Back at Camp each camper will get to participate in all the traditional Camp activites and do special horse camp arts and crafts projects.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 18, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 18, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
DISCOVERY RAFT CAMP
 Campers will climb into a river raft and paddle their way down the upper Wenatchee River to a sandy beach we have reserved just for YMCA River Rafters. Campers will spend the night there; cook their own dinner and breakfast, roast marshmallows over a campfire, sleep under the stars and return the next day. A licensed outfitter guide and a certified lifeguard will accompany the group. Back in camp campers will participate in traditional camp activities like archery, group games, arts and crafts, and swimming and kayaking at the waterfront. All participants must be able to swim.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 18, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 18, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
DISCOVERY ART CAMP
 Campers will join professional artist Terry Valdez for two hours a day as he helps them to explore their world through a variety of 2 and 3 dimensional projects using natural materials. Art campers will focus on developing their art skills while also participating in traditional camping activities such as chapel, swimming, archery, canoeing and campfires. At the end of the camp session art campers will have their art put on display in an art show for campers and parents.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6 |
Jul 20, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LDP)
(2 weeks, for those entering grades 9-10)
Our most experienced staff members direct this leadership program. Their role is to guide each participant’s personal development and instill positive leadership values. Program participants receive an evaluation after each practical experience. Leadership program participants take part in low ropes challenge activities, overnight trips and leadership workshops. They will work with the younger campers, help to organize camp activities, work with camp staff, and complete service projects. Over the course of two weeks, campers will receive training and practical experience in all areas of camp operations and programming. LDP Campers will learn new skills and apply them around camp, in the kitchen, dining hall, maintenance area, program areas, and in cabin groups.
July 13-18, July 20-25 (both weeks) LDP Campers will go home between weeks from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 10, Grade 9 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$599.00 |
$624.00 |
$649.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 10, Grade 9 |
Jul 13, 2008 |
Jul 25, 2008 |
$599.00 |
$624.00 |
$649.00 |
$40.00 |
EXPLORER CAMPS
Explorer Camp is a unique program for young people entering grades 7-9. Through a variety of safe, well-planned off-site trips, campers have the opportunity to learn more about themselves and their place in the world. The highlight of the week is a two night overnight excursion off camp property. Participants will sleep under the stars or in a tent and learn to cook a meal over a campfire. Campers may select the session that matches their interests.
EXPLORER HORSE CAMP
 In conjunction with Youth Dynamics/Stonewater Ranch, we offer this special three day, two night horseback camping trip. Campers will have a great time while learning what it is like to care for their own horse. Each Camper will be assigned their own horse Tuesday afternoon as we head out for a two-night excursion into the woods. Under the direction of our experienced counselors and wranglers from Stonewater Ranch, your campers will campout under the stars, learn how cook their own meals, make camp, and care form their horse until we return Thursday afternoon. This program is for those campers who have previous experience with horses.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$499.00 |
$524.00 |
$549.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$499.00 |
$524.00 |
$549.00 |
$40.00 |
EXPLORER HIKE CAMP – Girls Only
 Come spend a week making new friends as you explore the great outdoors. Your camper’s week will consist of a 3 day, 2 night hiking trip into the Wenatchee National Forrest. Explorer Hikers will hike in on 5 miles of trail with moderate grades to Merritt Lake gaining 2500 feet of elevation. Once they arrive campers will learn how cook their own meals, make camp, and explore the area around Merritt Lake. While in Camp campers will take part in all the traditional camp activities like, Chapel, Archery, Swimming, Canoeing and Campfires.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
EXPLORER HIKE CAMP – Boys Only
 Come spend a week making new friends as you explore the great outdoors. Your camper’s week will consist of a 3 day, 2 night hiking trip into the Wenatchee National Forrest. Explorer Hikers will hike in on 5 miles of trail with gentle grades to Spider Meadow gaining only 1000 feet of elevation. Once they arrive campers will learn how cook their own meals, make camp, and explore beautiful Spider Meadow. While in Camp campers will take part in all the traditional camp activities like, Chapel, Archery, Swimming, Canoeing and Campfires.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$329.00 |
$354.00 |
$379.00 |
$40.00 |
EXPLORER RIVER KAYAK CAMP
 Campers will climb into kayaks for this excursion down the scenic and exciting upper Wenatchee River. A licensed outfitter guide and a certified lifeguard will accompany the group. Each camper will paddle their way approximately 20 miles down river in two days. Kayak Campers will camp along the river each night - on a sandy beach one night and at a Forest Service campground the next. While in Camp campers will take part in all the traditional camp activities like, Chapel, Archery, Swimming, Canoeing and Campfires. All participants must be able to swim.
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Entering Grades
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Start Date
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End Date
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Family Members
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Youth Members
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Non Members
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Deposit
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Register Online »
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| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
| Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 |
Jul 27, 2008 |
Aug 01, 2008 |
$439.00 |
$464.00 |
$489.00 |
$40.00 |
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